Taronga Zoo Entry & Return Ferry - Sydney Harbour
Description
Enjoy a fun-filled day cruising through beautiful Sydney Harbour and visiting Taronga Zoo. See iconic Sydney landmarks from the water and meet the animals of Taronga Zoo.
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Itinerary
Enjoy a day out at the award-winning Taronga Zoo, home to more than 2,900 exotic and native species. Learn about the different animals through one of the many free zoo-keeper talks; be entertained by the playful seals at the Seal Theatre; and watch the famous free-flight bird show, where birds of prey show off their hunting skills. Visit the Asian Rainforest and see the orangutans swinging in the trees; then pass the winding river of the AGL Amazon exhibit, home to animals from South America.
Enjoy fantastic views of the harbor, city skyline and famous landmarks like the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
Depart Circular Quay and enjoy fantastic views of the harbor, city skyline and famous landmarks like the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Special timetables operate on public holidays and special event dates
- Timetables are subject to change without notice
- Taronga Zoo is open from 9:30am to 4:30pm daily
- To ensure you have enough time to visit the many exhibits in Taronga Zoo, it is recommended that you board the first departing ferry of the day.
- Travel must begin with Captain Cook Cruises ferry from Circular Quay Wharf No.6
Reviews(820)
It’s fantastic to see Australian wildlife and experience zookeeper presentations throughout the day. While the zoo is less than intuitive to navigate, staff bent over backwards to help out. The food available could be a lot better and was not a highlight.
Hi RDwarrior2010, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback following your visit to Taronga Zoo. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed seeing Australia's incredible wildlife, attending the zookeeper presentations, and travelling with our Sydney Harbour ferry service. Arriving by ferry is one of the most scenic ways to experience Taronga Zoo, and we're pleased it helped make your day even more memorable. It is also wonderful to know that our staff were able to assist you throughout your visit and contribute to a positive experience. Thank you again for your review, and we hope to welcome you back onboard our ferry services. Kind Regards, Captain Cook Cruises
Being my first time in Sydney and having no car, this sounded like the perfect way to see more of Sydney and the Zoo. The ferry to the zoo was fantastic what beautiful sights to see the opera house, the Sydney Bridge and surrounding areas. The zoo was amazing I loved it. Staff were so helpful and was just and amazing experience that I totally e joy my day trip!!! Top marks and a really great price for the zoo and ferry combination.
Hi Tania, Thank you for your wonderful 5-star review. We’re delighted to hear that your visit to Sydney and Taronga Zoo was such an enjoyable experience. It’s fantastic to know that our ferry service provided a memorable way to see some of Sydney’s most iconic sights, including the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. We’re also pleased that you found the zoo experience enjoyable and the staff helpful throughout your day. We take great pride in delivering exceptional service and are pleased to know that we have upheld our standards. Your feedback is truly appreciated, and we hope to welcome you back on board again soon. Best regards, Captain Cook Cruises
Great experience from Wharf 6 and back again.
Hi Gary, Thank you for your review. We’re delighted to hear that you had a great experience travelling with us to and from Taronga Zoo and enjoyed our ferry service from Wharf 6. As we are always striving to improve, we would welcome any additional feedback on how we could have enhanced your experience further. Your comments help us maintain the high standards that so many of our guests enjoy. Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to welcome you back on board again soon. Best regards, Captain Cook Cruises
Fun time. Saw a lot in 4 hours. Captain Cook has nice up to date boats. Would highly recommend. 5 stars
Wonderful zoo, so many animals and lots of talks and experiences to choose from. Only down is that it was hard to get around for my mother-in-law, as she uses a walker normally but knew she wanted to use the mobility scooters available, when we got there we we're told that because rain was forecasted they took the scooters offline for the day - it was overcast but it did not rain all day while we were there and subsequently she did not get to see everything she wanted to before walking became unbearable for her.
Hi, Thank you for your fantastic review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your visit to the zoo and the many animal experiences and presentations available throughout the day. We’re sorry to hear about the difficulties experienced regarding the mobility scooters. Please note that the mobility services and zoo facilities are managed directly by Taronga Zoo and fall outside the scope of our operations at Captain Cook Cruises. We do, however, hope our ferry service provided a smooth and enjoyable journey to and from the zoo along Sydney Harbour. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back on board again soon. Best regards, Captain Cook Cruises
Great experience and a wonderful time. I suggest starting at top of zoo and working your way down.
Hi Larry, Thank you for your 5-star review. We’re delighted to hear you had a great experience and a wonderful day at Taronga Zoo. Thank you as well for sharing your helpful tip for future visitors. We’re also pleased to know our ferry service provided a seamless and enjoyable journey along Sydney Harbour. We take great pride in delivering exceptional service and are pleased to know that we have upheld our standards. Your feedback is truly appreciated, and we hope to welcome you back on board again soon. Best regards, Captain Cook Cruises
Not as good as hoped. Animal activity and presentation was lacking. Did not feel it was value for the amount charged.
Hi Keith, Thank you for your review. We’re sorry to hear the experience did not fully meet your expectations. While the animal presentations and zoo exhibits are managed directly by Taronga Zoo and fall outside our scope of operations, we do hope you enjoyed the ferry journey and the harbour experience as part of your visit. We appreciate your feedback and will share your comments with the relevant team where appropriate. We would also love the opportunity to welcome you back on board one of our Captain Cook Cruises experiences in the future so you can further enjoy Sydney Harbour with us. Best regards, Captain Cook Cruises
Disappointed overall. Expensive for what you get. Zoo did not appear to have the number of animals advertised. The cable car not working. No problem with the booking & ferry service good & on time .would not recommend the zoo to friend's. .
Hi Valued Guest, Thank you for leaving a review. We’re sorry to hear you were disappointed with aspects of your visit to Taronga Zoo. We would like to clarify that Captain Cook Cruises operates the ferry transportation component of the experience, while the zoo exhibits, animal presentations, and onsite attractions — including the cable car — are managed directly by Taronga Zoo. We’re pleased to hear that you found the booking process and ferry service efficient and on time. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back on board again soon for another enjoyable harbour experience. Best regards, Captain Cook Cruises
Easy ferry ride over. Definitely need walking shoes since it’s a zoo and spread out. Good representation. Prepare for rain despite no rain in forecast
The Taronga Zoo is amazing and definitely a must do. The views on the ferry going over let you take pictures of The Sydney Opera House and the bridge.
