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Taronga Zoo Tickets with Return Ferry

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Travel the fun way to Australia’s most famous zoo with the Zoo Express.

This ticket includes a ferry ticket, a return rocket ferry, both operated by Captain Cook, and an entrance to the zoo.

Take your time and work your way down the hill as you cover 9 different trails including the Australian Walkabout, Kids' Trail, Reptile World, and Big Cats' Trail.

Fun Fact: Taronga Zoo houses over 4,000 animals from over 300 species.

Entry to Taronga Zoo Sydney

Return ferry ride from Circular Quay or Darling Harbour

Access to 9 themed wildlife trails

Daily keeper talks and animal presentations

Wildlife encounters (e.g., koala photos)

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Hari S
Couple
Verified booking
4 days ago
Zoo was awesome with many animals especially the giraffe pavilion with the backdrop of harbour bridge and the ferry ride was awesome..
Justin K
Group
Verified booking
May 2026
was a great day out, very easy to find ferry, ontime, comfortable and great value for money
Nigel C
Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
Easy to book, good value for money and good communication regarding event however the zoo experience it's self was a bit disappointing due to several of the animals not seen due to works occurring on their enclosures.
Eric M
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
Great experience no trouble great service and we had a wonderful experience thank you
Donald R
Group
Verified booking
Apr 2026
Easy to get the ferry and avoided huge crowds going in the main zoo entrance.

Situated on Sydney Harbour, visit Australia’s most famous zoo the fun way! The Zoo Express is a ferry ticket that includes a return rocket ferry, and entrance to the zoo. The ferry is operated by Captain Cook.

Taronga Zoo offers amazing wildlife experiences and stunning harbor views. Take your time working your way down the hill as you explore Australian Walkabout, Kids' Trail, Reptile World, African Safari, Big Cats' Trail, Rainforest Trail, and many more! 90% of Taronga Zoo can be explored by way of footpaths, ramps, lifts, and escalators. Reboard your ferry after exploring the magnificent zoo at your own pace, leisurely.

Accessibility

The Taronga Zoo wharf is wheelchair accessible.

The zoo is 90% accessible via ramps and lifts; free wheelchairs are available (pre-book recommended).

Additional information

Your ferry ticket covers both directions and is valid for the same day. Please find the timetable here.

Download the Taronga Zoo Sydney app to find maps, schedules, and highlights.

This is a cashless venue; please bring a card or a digital payment method.

Guests holding Taronga Zoo Express tickets may access the zoo via the Lower Zoo Entrance just a short walk from the wharf. Guests with ferry only tickets are required to enter via the Main Entrance at the top of the hill. Access is via a public bus (at own expense).

There are up to 10 departures daily starting from 9am, with return rocket ferry services from Circular Quay, Darling Harbour, Manly, or Watsons Bay.”

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

Please arrive at the boarding point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Please collect the Taronga Zoo tickets from the office before boarding the Hop On Hop Off. You cannot go direct for packages that include Taronga Zoo.

Boarding point

Circular Quay Wharf 6.

Board your cruise at Circular Quay Wharf 6,.

Address: Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

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King Street Wharf 1.

Board your cruise at King Street Wharf 1

Address: New South Wales, Australia

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