The world's 17 species of penguin are found only in the southern hemisphere, and Taronga is home to two of them.
Zoo Adventures: Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo
Zoo Adventures is a fun filled holiday program for all primary aged children.
Zoo Adventures will run at Taronga Western Plains Zoo from:
Monday 27th September to Friday 1st October
Tuesday 5th October to Friday 8th October
Download Zoo Adventures Booking Form (PDF)
What to bring
- A packed lunch
- A hat
- Enclosed shoes
- Wet weather gear in case of rain
We provide
- Morning tea
- Water and cordial throughout the day
- Sunscreen
Where and when to meet?
Taronga Western Plains Zoo:
Pick up and drop off for is located on the grassed area outside zoo gates on Obley Road. Please arrive between 9:15am - 9:30am and pick up at 3:30pm.
Extended Care: Arrival 8:15-8:30am and pick up by 5:30pm. Drop off and collection point is located outside zoo gates.
If you expect you are going to be late please contact the Education Centre administration 6881 1433.
Conditions of booking:
- Behind-the-scenes are subject to cancelation and change without notification.
- There will be no refunds for cancellations, however names can be transferred.
- Children who are not collected within 15mins of the conclusion of the day, will be booked into Extended Care. Extended Care is $22 per child. A Late Pick Up Fee of $1.00 per minute applies at the conclusion of Extended Care at 5.30pm.
