Planning a trip to an Australian Zoo or Wildlife Sanctuary
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There are more unique species native to Australia than any other country, so if you're planning a holiday "down under" you'll definitely want to check out at least one of our many zoos and wildlife sanctuaries while you are here.
Although in the past animals were kept in zoos purely for human entertainment, today the zoos of Australia are more interested in educating the public about animals, and taking part in conservation efforts such as captive breeding programs. Having said that, a trip to the zoo is still a very entertaining day out that will be enjoyed by the whole family!
Most zoos in Australia are home to a variety of native animals as well as some from overseas. The websites for each zoo have lists of the animals that are on display, so check out the links below for more information!
Even if you're not going to be visiting Australia any time soon, you can still take a virtual tour through the zoos of Australia! There are some amazing photos on the zoo sites, it's almost like being there.
Although in the past animals were kept in zoos purely for human entertainment, today the zoos of Australia are more interested in educating the public about animals, and taking part in conservation efforts such as captive breeding programs. Having said that, a trip to the zoo is still a very entertaining day out that will be enjoyed by the whole family!
Most zoos in Australia are home to a variety of native animals as well as some from overseas. The websites for each zoo have lists of the animals that are on display, so check out the links below for more information!
Even if you're not going to be visiting Australia any time soon, you can still take a virtual tour through the zoos of Australia! There are some amazing photos on the zoo sites, it's almost like being there.
Australia's most popular zoos!
There are many great zoos to choose from in Australia.
Check out these links to their websites!
- Australia Zoo
- Located in Queensland, about an hour's drive north of Brisbane. Probably Australia's most famous zoo thanks to the work of Steve Irwin.
This zoo is truly a world leader, with large enclosures, passionate staff and a 'Crocoseum' that seats 5000 people. It's my favourite zoo, because they not only provide great education and entertainment, they also put their money where their mouth is and preserve habitat for wild animals. - Taronga Zoo and Western Plains Zoo
- Two popular zoos in New South Wales. Taronga Zoo is located in Sydney and is well known for its wonderful views of Sydney Harbour. Western Plains Zoo is located in Dubbo in rural NSW.
I visited Taronga Zoo recently. If you would like to find out more about this great zoo click here. The red pandas are very cute!
- Zoos Victoria
- This site provides information on Melbourne Zoo, Werribee Open Range Zoo and Healesville Sanctuary. That should be enough to keep you busy for a while when you're in Victoria!
- Perth Zoo
- Located in Western Australia. I used to love going there when I was a kid. It was one of my favourite places in the whole world!
- Adelaide and Monarto Zoos
- This site provides information two zoos located in South Australia. I'd love to go to both one day! If you go there, make sure you let me know what they're like!
- Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
- Located on the Gold Coast in Queensland, about an hour's drive south of Brisbane. The sanctuary is well known for the wild lorikeet feeding that takes place daily, where the beautiful parrots often perch on people's arms, shoulders and heads! Check out the video below called "Birds Down Under"
- Alma Park Zoo
- A small zoo in Queensland, located about an hour's drive north of Brisbane.
You're guaranteed plenty of great photo opportunities at the zoo!
There are some great zoo photographers on Flickr! Click on the pictures to see a larger version, and you can even check out more of the photographers' great photos!
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The Red Pandas at Taronga Zoo are so cute!
For more information on Taronga Zoo, check this out:
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Taronga Zoo - Sydney, Australia
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Taronga zoo is one of Australia's most well known zoos. As well as hosting a wide variety of different animals, it also boasts one of the best views of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge from across the water. If you're planning a visi...
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Videos from visitors to some of the zoos around Australia!
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What to take on your trip:
- Camera
- Hat and sunscreen
- Comfy shoes
- Water
- Spending money!
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Sumatran Tiger Cub at Taronga Zoo, Sydney, Australia Framed Photographic Poster Print by Dennis Jones, 21x29
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Yellow Billed Spoonbill (Platelea Flavipes) at Perth Zoo, Perth, Australia, Birds Photographic Poster Print by Chris Mellor, 40x30
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Giraffe, Taronga Zoo, Sydney, Australia Photographic Poster Print by David Wall, 30x40
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- kab kab Apr 29, 2009 @ 11:48 am
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- walclan walclan Jan 7, 2009 @ 8:02 pm
- Nice lens, Australia has such beautiful and unusual creatures. I am very lucky to live here! 5 sstars
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- Meerkat_Gal Meerkat_Gal Sep 30, 2008 @ 4:41 am
- My first trip to the zoo was last year, 2007. It was the best day of my life! It was my 13th birthday and the first animal I saw was the meerkat. Cute, fluffy, intelligent, mischeveous, beautiful creatures. It was love-at-first-sight. Now, I'm totally obsessed, crazy, nuts, addicted, IN LOVE with meerkats! They're the best!!!
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- Meerkat_Gal Meerkat_Gal Sep 30, 2008 @ 4:41 am
- My first trip to the zoo was last year, 2007. It was the best day of my life! It was my 13th birthday and the first animal I saw was the meerkat. Cute, fluffy, intelligent, mischeveous, beautiful creatures. It was love-at-first-sight. Now, I'm totally obsessed, crazy, nuts, addicted, IN LOVE with meerkats! They're the best!!!
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- JanaMurray JanaMurray Jul 27, 2008 @ 9:07 am
- I do so want to visit this place, the sooner the better :)
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- daoine daoine Jul 2, 2008 @ 1:42 am
- We live about 20 minutes' drive from Healesville Sanctuary. It's definitely one of my favourite places to visit. I can recommend the birds of prey in flight show - the Wedge-tailed Eagles are just spectacular birds.
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- alicesy alicesy Jun 26, 2008 @ 11:17 pm
- Excellent Lens. I like the quality insight you have provided here about Planning a trip to an Australian Zoo or Wildlife Sanctuary?. Keep up the good work.
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- KimGiancaterino KimGiancaterino Jun 19, 2008 @ 11:53 am
- I love visiting zoos and sanctuaries. Hopefully I'll make it to Australia one day. Welcome to All Things Travel.
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