Visitors can explore Taronga Western Plains Zoo by car, bike, electric cart or on foot. Bikes and electric carts are available for hire, but visitors are welcome to use their own cars or bikes.
Getting around by Car
The Zoo operates on a 6km one-way circuit system, with the animal exhibits and picnic grounds situated along the route. Most exhibits can be seen from the road, but a few require you to walk a short distance. The Zoo circuit is a public road and normal road rules apply at all times.
If you are towing a caravan or trailer there is a designated parking area just as you come through the main gates. Please unhook and park your trailer or caravan in this area as they are unable to be taken onto the Zoo’s circuit.
Getting around by Bike
An ideal way to experience the Zoo is by bike or on foot. Bikes are available for hire, but visitors are welcome to bring their own. While the Zoo also provides helmets, it is recommended that visitors bring their own where possible.
The Zoo does not take bookings for hire bikes, and as some specialty bikes are in high demand during weekends and school holidays visitors should enquire at the hire shed upon arrival to arrange the best option.
It is important to remember that the Zoo circuit is a public road and normal road rules apply at all times.
The first half of the Zoo circuit has a slight incline, but otherwise it is reasonably flat. During the warmer months be sure to bring sunscreen, a hat and drink plenty of water.
Hire Rates
Push Bike - $15 per hire (4 hrs)
Bike 'n Tow - $25 per hire (4 hrs) - limited number available for hire
Bike 'n Caboose - $29 per hire (4 hrs) - limited number available for hire
Child Seat (for push bike) - $5 per hire (4 hrs)
Getting around by Cart
Electric carts are available for hire. Like the bikes, on the Zoo does not take bookings on hire carts. Carts are in high demand during weekends and school holidays, so we recommend that visitors enquire about their availability at the hire shed upon arrival at the Zoo.
It is important to remember that the Zoo circuit is a public road and normal road rules apply at all times.
Hire Rates
Electric Cart (four or six seater) - $69 per hire (3 hrs).
Holiday programs
Taronga and Taronga Western Plains Zoo hosts a series of educational programs each school holidays which will take 5-12 year old school children on thrilling zoo adventures.
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