Sydney Zoo is located in the heart of Darling Harbour, next to the Sydney Aquarium and Madame Tussauds Sydney.The zoo opened to the public in 2006 and is popular with visitors for its engaging and interactive nature.
Sydney Wildlife World is the world's largest indoor safari park and has the world's largest collection of Australian flora and fauna, with thousands of species.Once you enter Sydney Wildlife World, you begin an adventure of animal encounters and venture out to meet your favorite iconic Australian animals.
Aussie Big 5, Australia's five most iconic animals are at Sydney Safari Park!
The bouncing kangaroo, the slow-moving koala, the cute and cuddly wombat, the big and ferocious saltwater crocodile, and the rare and unique platypus - these are five of Australia's iconic animals at Sydney Wildlife Park.In addition to seeing them up close, there are also interactive sessions to enhance the emotional communication between humans and animals.
1. Koala
Nothing says "Australia" like the "eucalyptus smell of eucalyptus".Australia's eucalypts are found along the east coast, especially in New South Wales, but now they can be found in Sydney's Gumtree Valley on safari and the famous koalas can be seen lazily munching on eucalyptus leaves.
Jarrah is one of the zui largest male koalas in the zoo and likes to chew leaves alone on the press book, he is the zui dark color in the enclosure.Alphie was born in January 2017 and is quiet and loves humans.
Erica was born on April 15, 2005 and is one of the quieter koalas in the Sydney Zoo Wildlife Sanctuary.She is a very gentle mother and is also very friendly with people.Her round body and head are often described as being like a bowling ball!
Iluka was born in October 2015.Iluka is darker in color, has a long snout and can be identified by the black dot on her right ear.
2. Kangaroos
There are three parks in Sydney Safari Park: the giant kangaroo, the baby kangaroo and the short-tailed dwarf kangaroo, and the kangaroos in each park have their own little stories.It's a rare opportunity to bring your little ones together for a close-up look at the kangaroos' habits and how they get along with each other.
Martha is an eight year old eastern gray kangaroo who loves carrots and sweet potatoes.
Dot is a type of Western Grey Kangaroo without thick, dark hair and is known for her friendly personality.
Dawn & Dusk are energetic kangaroos and you'll find him hopping around amongst the kangaroos every day in an effort to make new friends.What a sweet furry boy~!
3. Wombat
The wombat is endemic to southeastern Australia.It is mainly distributed in the east and south of Australia and Tasmania.Their small round eyes, round body, slow movements and voracious mouth attract many tourists to stop and are the big stars of the zoo!It is famous for its square-shaped poop, so if you come here, don't forget to take a picture of it.
Ringo is an active boy, born in August, 2013He was found as a poor orphan, well found and adopted by Sydney Wildlife Park and is now a big happy friend.
4.Saltwater Crocodile
Wildlife Sydney Zoo's Kakadu Gorge is home to a giant saltwater crocodile.The fearsome saltwater crocodile is the world's zippiest reptile, measuring over six meters in length and weighing up to 1,200 kilograms.They can eat anything, including cows and buffalo, biting them with sharp teeth and performing incredible "death rolls", spinning their bodies to drown their prey and twisting it into pieces before devouring it.But like most crocodiles, they also spend most of their time sleeping in the water.
5. Platypus
The platypus is one of the world's smallest and most primitive mammals, and it is an under-evolved mammal.Currently found only in eastern Australia, the platypus burrows in steep creeks and rivers and feeds on small prey such as shellfish, fish, tadpoles and insects in deep pools.
The special shape of Jackie and Zoey at the Sydney Wildlife Park is just like the platypus in the anime.The seal-like round body and large platypus beak are so cute as they swim quickly underwater in search of food.
Discover more interesting creatures
- Tropical Butterflies：
Butterflies aren't just beautiful insects, they're also an important part of the ecosystem.Like bees, they help to pollinate plants and flowers, and they like to eat nectar with their own straw: a proboscis.Everyone loves a beautiful butterfly, and beauty is always a pleasure to behold.The tropical butterflies at Sydney Wildlife Park are sure to make you fall in love with these fluttering elves.
- Daintree Rainforest
If you really want to get close to Australia's animals, then head to Sydney Safari Park's perfect replica of Queensland's beautiful wild Daintree Rainforest.Turkeys, Bushbucks, Laughing Kingfishers and Princess Parrots are all here.
Known as the 'world's deadliest bird', Sydney Safari Park's cassowary is affectionately named Princess, a female name but a male.It likes to bathe in the summer and enjoys grapes, cherries, tomatoes and corn.
Bushbucks are primarily nocturnal and specialize in hunting small grassland animals such as frogs, spiders, insects, mollusks, crustaceans, snakes, lizards, and small mammals.Despite their awkward appearance, they are stable, fast and agile.
Laughing kingfishers are found injured in the wild and the cheerful kookaburra sound is one of the popular sounds of the Australian bush.
- Dusk: Nocturnal Animals
Explore the strange creatures that come out after dark in Sydney Wildlife Park's Dusk Habitat.There's also an immersive experience where you can observe them in their 'daytime hours', making it a great eye-opening place to take the kids.
The adorable big-eyed flying squirrels and the world's smallest marsupial, the rabbit-eared pouched beaver, are both here.
Intimate interaction ：Encounter koalas and take photos together
Koala Rooftop is the place to get up close and personal with koalas. Encounter koalas on the beautiful open rooftop, get up close and personal with cute koalas, and take photos with Australia's zui iconic animals.
PS：Can I hug or pat a koala in Sydney?
Unfortunately no, it is illegal to hug a koala in Sydney and elsewhere in NSW, and visitors are not allowed to hug koalas in NSW zoos and safari parks.However, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo offers visitors the opportunity to get as close as possible to a koala.
Getting to Sydney Safari Park this way：
- Walking
Accessible via King St footbridge, Market St footbridge or Pyrmont Bridge.
- By car
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium offers guests very cheap parking rates at 7 Wilson parking lots in the city center, starting from as low as AUD$12/day.
Please check the website for more information about the parking lots:
- Train
Get off at Town Hall station or Wynyard Station and walk.
- Ferry
Ferry departs every half hour from Circular Quay Mooring 5 to Darling Harbour.
- Light Rail
Get off at Convention Station or Pyrmont Bay Station.
- Buses
Alight at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium stop on Wheat Road (under the footbridge).