Australian Wildlife Tour at Melbourne Zoo Ticket - excl. entry
Overview
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45 minutes
Mobile ticket
Journey through the iconic Australian Bush and meet some unique Koala, Wombat & Bird ambassador species. Meet our mob of kangaroos, the rangers who care for them and if you’re lucky, our charming Tamar and Swamp wallabies.
• Embrace the early morning with before-hours access to Melbourne Zoo.
• Visit our iconic Australian animals as they wake up for the day.
• You'll also hop into the back of house - kangaroo exhibit for an intimate behind-the-scenes experience with our kangaroos.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
A maximum of 10 people per booking
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Covered shoes must be worn.
What To Expect
Melbourne Zoo
During the tour you will meet our passionate and knowledgeable staff for a koala presentation where you will get to learn quirky facts about these amazing animals! Continue on to see our kangaroos and emus, you’ll even have the opportunity to witness the kangaroos have some breakfast! Head underground to the wombat’s burrow where you can discover the habitat of this incredible creature which can weigh over 30kgs! Finish the tour by taking a walk through the captivating Great Flight Aviary and be amazed by the colours and sounds our native birdlife including red-tailed black cockatoos, wonga pigeons, apostle birds and jabiru just to name a few. Or try your luck spotting parrots, honeyeaters, pigeons, ducks and waders! You will then be walked to the Zoo exit with the choice to re-enter with general admission or continue on to explore Melbourne city. Experience details Operating days: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Bookings essential and subject to availability * Time: meet at 7:45am, 8:00am tour departs Departure point: Melbourne Zoo rail gate entrance, Poplar Rd Parkville, opposite Royal Park station Duration: 45minutes Inclusions: Morning tour of Melbourne Zoo’s iconic Australia wildlife and a gift to take home with you! Min: 2people max: 15people *Bookings must be made minimum 24hours prior to tour departure
Options
Australian Wildlife Tour at Melbourne Zoo Ticket - excl. entry
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Kangaroo up close encounter
Koala talk
Does not include general admission. General admission can be added as guests re-enter Melbourne Zoo or pre-purchased at time of booking.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
14 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Place
AM of Oz,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic people who work there with a great aim for conservation and education. Thanks to Harry and Ash (I apologise if I got your names wrong) who lead the two tour/encounters I did. The Australian wildlife tour and the orangutan encounter. Plus all the other keepers I met across the day. Much appreciation to them and their work and the beautiful, adorable animals, and their grounds 🤗 I will be back ❤️
Big spacious Zoo, perfect for kids.
224mjt,Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Big spacious Zoo, perfect for kids. Great abundance of different types of animals, gread addittion to our trip. Did not get to see every anmial we wanted, but that is okay :)
Melbourne Zoo
E1284WAdavids,Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an amazing experience at Melbourne Zoo and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the city or even locals looking for a great day out. The zoo is beautifully maintained, with spacious, thoughtfully designed enclosures that prioritize animal welfare while still offering great visibility for visitors. There’s an incredible variety of animals—from majestic lions and playful elephants to the adorable meerkats and native Australian species like kangaroos and koalas. The Butterfly House was a particular highlight—stepping inside felt like entering a tropical paradise. What really stood out was the zoo's strong focus on conservation and education. Informational displays and interactive exhibits throughout the park made the experience not only fun but meaningful. Staff and volunteers were knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly passionate about the animals and their habitats. The grounds are clean and easy to navigate, with plenty of shaded areas, rest spots, and family-friendly facilities. There are also several great food options, including healthy choices and kid-friendly meals.
Behind the scenes fun encounter
Tia W,Jun 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent event. We were able to see the animals up close, and the keepers were so knowledgeable. It was a free day for volunteers, so they joined in the group. This made our day even more enjoyable; they were very personable.
250 wildlife species on show!!!
Paula-Rosa L,Oct 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Delightful day out with kids as they would love the 250 wildlife species to see. Enjoy lunch at a cafe. Wear comfy shoes!!
Roar and Snore
shelleywB1069AN,Mar 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My sister and I went last night we had Ariel and Cate as our guides they were amazing and made the whole experience so memorable. We had a night walk where we saw the lions up and about, then this morning went into the elephant enclosure and hid food for them such a fantastic experience all round. Lovely food and great atmosphere in camp . Thank you both for making it a night we will never ever forget.
Stunning
IvanIsha11,Aug 23, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome place, highly recommended. Animals are looked after and don't seem bothered by visitors. Beautiful experience
Well worth paying extra for!
jonnysaxon,Jul 23, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour starts at 8am (30mins prior you need to arrive) and the tickets stated the Rail gate entrance. 8 of us waited till 8:20am until Chris turned up (there are no phone numbers to call). The tickets apparently had the wrong gate specified. Chris made the tour work and is very enthusiastic in his job - excellent little bits of Info given. Chris organised for free coffees for the above muck up. Angie in the Kangaroo section was fantastic with the group too with some very interesting info given of the Kangaroos. No touching of the kangaroos allowed but the kangaroos can choose to interact. I would highly recommend this wildlife tour.
Excellent day out with the animals
willojl,Dec 31, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Been to the Melbourne zoo several times over my life time, and over that period there has been lots of improvements for both the viewing public and the most importantly the animals. My advice take a picnic lunch, catch the tram as there is a stop right outside the rear entrance. You will not have enough time to see everything so plan your day and enjoy. Also visit the Healsville sanctuary if you have time take a picnic lunch but you may need to take in tour or drive your self.
Just The Animal Experience We Were Looking For
Daryn K,Aug 6, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our family only had 3 days in Melbourne. Not enough time to get out to see kangaroos or koalas in the wild. The early morning Wildlife Tour at the Melbourne Zoo was just the experience we were hoping for. So much gratitude for our guide, Jenny. She was welcoming, fun and had so much great information about all the animals we got to see and experience. The kangaroos, of course, were the highlight. We had far more contact and experience with them than I was expecting. Jenny was the perfect person to show us around. It felt like our beloved Aunt Jenny snuck us into the zoo before opening hours and shared with us the job and place she loves. 'roos, emus, platypus, wild dogs, Taz devils, incredible birds. These are just some of the amazing creatures we got to experience. I also appreciated that the experience didn't feel rushed. We got just what we were hoping for and more. Much gratitude to Jenny, the zoo and all the wonderful animals. *One tip: Much like an earlier reviewer, we had trouble finding where we were supposed to meet up. "Back Gate" of the zoo doesn't mean anything to an Uber driver and there doesn't appear to be any signage for "Back Gate." Once Jenny reached out and told us to go to the Royal Gate train station, then we could find our way. So future visitors--head to Royal Gate train station. You'll be just meters away.
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