Solitary for most of the year, Leopard Seals find each other through song. Males sing for months, while females sing only when they are ready to mate. They sing a duet, which allows the female to choose the perfect partner.
Hours and Rates
Taronga Zoo is open every day of the year
Open from 9am to 5pm, including Christmas Day (From 9am to 4pm Dec 31 NYE Day)
Prices effective 19 April 2010
Regular Admission Prices
| Adults | $43.00 |
| Children (4-15 years) | $21.00 |
| Children under 4 | Free |
Discounted Admission Prices
| Seniors | $30.00 |
| Pensioners | $30.00 |
| Students | $30.00 |
| Family (2 Adults & 2 Children) | $108.80 |
General Zoo enquiries can be made by phoning +61 2 9969 2777
More info on prices for booked school excursions.
You can also email us on groups@zoo.nsw.gov.au
Save time and purchase on line.
No need to wait in queue. Purchase your tickets on line for express entry to the zoo.
Group Options
Groups must be pre-booked and payment received prior to their visit, or in one lump sum on the day of entry.
Bookings can be made by phoning:+61 2 9978 4782 or +61 2 9978 4778 or you can email us on groups@zoo.nsw.gov.au
Group Rates
| No. in Group | Adults | Children (4 - 15 yrs) |
|---|---|---|
| 12-500 | $34.40 | $16.80 |
| 501-1000 | $32.25 | $15.75 |
| 1001-2500 | $30.10 | $14.70 |
| 2501-5000 | $27.95 | $13.65 |
| 5001 plus | $25.80 | $12.60 |
Seniors
Group rates for seniors in groups of 12 or more: $24.00
Pre Schools and Play Groups
As per group booking rates (above), plus one Adult Supervisor free-of-charge per five paying children.
Vacation Care & Youth Groups
As per group booking rates (above), plus one Adult Supervisor free-of-charge per 10 paying children.
Language Centre Students
Students (16 years and over) $30.00
1 Teacher free of charge per 10 paying students
Disabled & Disadvantaged Groups
Written request required. Price on application
School Bookings
High Schools, Primary Schools, Infants Schools
All school groups must be booked through the Education Centre
By phone on +61 2 9978 4624
By fax on +61 2 9978 4 508
| School Children (as part of booked school excursion without sky safari) | $11.00 |
| School Children (as part of booked excursion with sky safari) | $15.50 |
Teachers and accompanying adults are free under the following ratios:
- 1 free adult per 5 infant aged students (Years K-2)
- 1 free adult per 10 primary / secondary students (Years 3 to 12)
- Additional adults above the free ratio at group rates $34.40
Combined Tickets
ZooPass
Save 10% on the combined Zoo Pass. A ZooPass includes a return ferry from Circular Quay, entry to Taronga Zoo, Sky Safari cable car and bus transfers between the wharf and the Zoo entrance.
Purchase your ZooPass from Circular Quay.
These cannot be used with any discount offers or tours
Further enquiries contact Sydney Transport hotline:
- http://www.131500.com.au/ or phone 131500
Zoo Express
Combines return Cruise from Circular Quay or Darling Harbour / Sky Safari / Zoo Entry.
Available from Captain Cook Cruises, No.6 Jetty Circular Quay and Pier 26 Aquarium Wharf Darling Harbour (These cannot be used with any discount offers or tours)
Further enquiries contact:
Visit www.captaincook.com.au or call (02) 9206 1111
Gift vouchers
Gift vouchers can be purchased by contacting +61 2 9978 4782 or
Click here to download gift voucher order form
Annual Passes
Annual passes are available, these are managed by our Zoofriends. For further information on annual passes visit www.zoofriends.org.au or phone (02) 9968-2822
