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Looking to fill your animal planet passport in just one day? With over 1000 mammals, birds and reptiles, why not take a walk on the wild side with our \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/australia-zoo\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EAustralia Zoo\u003C/a\u003E guide.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EThe what, how and why\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-401563 size-standard-portrait\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/5639b_az-tvc_robert-zootour_filming_australiazoo-1-691x1048.jpg\" alt=\"Robert Irwin_Sign_Australia Zoo | Australia Zoo guide\" width=\"691\" height=\"1048\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EJust an hour from \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/brisbane\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EBrisbane\u003C/a\u003E and spread out over 1000 forested hectares at \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination-information/beerwah\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EBeerwah\u003C/a\u003E, Australia Zoo is the animal kingdom when it comes to the biggest and the best in the world.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EStarted by the late, great crocodile hunter, Steve Irwin, and run by his wife Terri and kids Bindi and Bob, but it’s not only its family pedigree that make this place so special. The \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/sunshine-coast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ESunshine Coast\u003C/a\u003E’s Australia Zoo has a huge heart when it comes to animal conservation too.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E9AM: First Up – Crocs\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EStart your day with the obligatory photo of the larger-than-life Crocodile Hunter in the carpark, and then make your way in. Hire a pram if you have little kids, or consider a double buggy for a fun way to see the zoo without too much walking. (Australia Zoo is also very much wheelchair-friendly, with wide, smooth paths, low fences and glass viewing walls, and accessible bathrooms).\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECrocodiles naturally still like to come first around here, so pay them their apex predator dues and head over to see them first. Make a mental note to come back at 12pm, when they join the Wildlife Warriors show in the Crocoseum, alongside birds and snakes.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThis is one show you don’t want to miss and is considered the zoo’s best.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2 class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003E10AM: Bindi’s Island (with a side of Africa)\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-401560 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/11555b_bindiirwin_australiazoo-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Bindi Irwin_Africa_Meerkats_AustraliaZoo | Australia Zoo guide\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/11555b_bindiirwin_australiazoo-691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/11555b_bindiirwin_australiazoo-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/11555b_bindiirwin_australiazoo-768x511.jpg 768w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/11555b_bindiirwin_australiazoo-335x223.jpg 335w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/11555b_bindiirwin_australiazoo-1050x699.jpg 1050w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/11555b_bindiirwin_australiazoo-1048x699.jpg 1048w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/11555b_bindiirwin_australiazoo.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003EJump on the complimentary shuttle at stop 1 and head to Bindi’s Island first. You can walk; but to save time (and give the kids a thrill) the shuttle is faster. Jump off at stop 5.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003EBurn some energy at Bindi’s Bootcamp first. Kids (and bigger ones) can complete the physical challenges “as seen on TV”, but make sure you’re ready at 10am for the giant Aldabran Tortoises Live Show. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003EAfterwards, meet meerkats and lemurs and explore the three-storey treehouse. From the top, you’ll nab the best views over the park for spotting giraffes, zebras and rhinos across the way in the Africa precinct. Keep your eyes peeled for cheetahs while you make your way there for a closer look.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2 class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003E11AM: Tiger Time \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003EFrom here it gets even wilder, with Sumatran and Bengal tigers in the aptly named Tiger Temple close by. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003EIf you’re lucky, the big cats might go for a swim, but stick around for the Tiger Keeper Talk at 11.15am to learn more about these incredible felines and the conservation work being done by Australia Zoo to help them.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2 class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003E12PM: Wildlife Warriors \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-401559 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/terri-feeding-croc-no-logo-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Terri Irwin_feeding crocodile_Crocoseum_Australia Zoo\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003EJump back on the shuttle (at station 4) and hop off at the Crocoseum (station 2). Spend the next hour not daring to blink in case you miss any of the feeding, flying and slithering going on. Crocs, birds and snakes take centre stage for the Wildlife Warriors Show and it’s here you may also see the Irwins doing their thing.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003EThe Cafe is close by, so afterwards grab yourself some lunch at the Feeding Frenzy Food Court. The family-first folk at Australia Zoo are happy for you to bring your own food, if you prefer to DIY.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003EThis would also be a great time to check-in to the Crocodile Hunter Museum under the cafe. Keep some tissues on hand, as it’s quite possible you’ll tear up at the memorial to the Aussie treasure that was Steve Irwin.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E1PM: Marsupial Mates\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-401558 size-standard-portrait\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/6086b_robert_zootour-filming_australiazoo-691x1048.jpg\" alt=\"Robert Irwin_Koala_AustraliaZoo\" width=\"691\" height=\"1048\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECheer yourself up with some \u003Ca href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/11/21/where-can-you-cuddle-a-koala/\"\u003Ekoala spotting\u003C/a\u003E as you wander through the Koala Walkthrough, and stoke the happiness meter further by feeding the ‘roos. Roo food is available from a vending machine near the cafe, so make sure you pick some up at lunchtime.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EA show not to be missed is the Koala Live Show at 1:30 pm. Learn about our Aussie icon, get a healthy whiff of eucalyptus and find out how we can help these little tree-huggers in the wild.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2 class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003E2PM: Take 2 for Tiger Tales \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003EFor your double dose of tigers, return to Tiger Temple at 2pm to watch the agility of these incredible creatures as they show off their prowess on the land and in the water. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003EThis is a very popular show, so get there early to learn about these critically endangered species, and what Australia Zoo is doing to improve their chances of survival.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2 class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003E3PM: Aussie animal encounters \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-401556 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/robert-irwin_australiazoo-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Robert Irwin_AustraliaZoo\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/robert-irwin_australiazoo-691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/robert-irwin_australiazoo-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/robert-irwin_australiazoo-768x512.jpg 768w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/robert-irwin_australiazoo-335x223.jpg 335w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/robert-irwin_australiazoo-1050x700.jpg 1050w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/robert-irwin_australiazoo-1048x699.jpg 1048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003EA walk through the wetlands will introduce you to more Aussie friends. Expect emus, echidnas, brolgas, jabirus, wallabies and even more kangaroos. And if you have any food left over, you’ll find plenty of new best mates.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003EAs you make your way back towards the entry, treat yourself to a sweet afternoon fix with a stop in at the Laughing Frog Lolly shop. The kids’ playground is opposite with a waterpark for cooling off, and afterwards, visit the dingoes, Tasmanian devils, turtles, cassowaries and binturongs nearby.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2 class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003E3.30PM: Adorable otters\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003EAt 3.30pm the fun really starts with the Afternoon Otters live show. Watch the cheekiest characters in the zoo show off in their aquatic playground and learn from their keepers why they are so unique and loved.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E4 PM: Wildlife Hospital\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-401562 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/11717b_bindiirwin_australiazoowildlifehospital-1-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Bindi Irwin_Wildlife Hospital_Australia Zoo\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/11717b_bindiirwin_australiazoowildlifehospital-1-691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/11717b_bindiirwin_australiazoowildlifehospital-1-1048x699.jpg 1048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003EYou’re probably a little tired by now, but there’s one special place that is not to missed: Australia Zoo’s Wildlife Hospital, just outside the park. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\"BodyA\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"None\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003ETickets can be purchased, with a “sneak peek” of the hospital included, for a $2 donation. And it’s here that some of the zoo’s best work is being done. See the vets tend to their patients from a special viewing area, and learn what your small donation could do for a sick or injured animal.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EGet even closer\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EGet up close to your favourites in a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity with one of Australia Zoo’s animal encounters.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFrom cute and cuddly, to strong and stealth-like – all your favourites are here. Want to see more of the Zoo and meet a few in person? There are 23 encounters to choose from that take you behind the scenes (these change, so be sure to check Australia Zoo’s website for current opportunities).\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFancy being a zoo keeper for a day? Want to take a tiger cub or a wombat for a walk? Cuddle a koala, or get up close and personal with a rhino or cheetah? There’s a VIP experience to suit everyone – and an ultimate full day Platinum VIP Tour if you truly can’t decide.\u003C/p\u003E\n","title":"Content",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"date":{"dataType":"calendar","value":1574791246000,"title":"Date",":type":"calendar","multiValue":false},"date_modified":{"dataType":"calendar","value":1580941500000,"title":"Date Modified",":type":"calendar","multiValue":false},"excerpt":{"dataType":"string","value":"\u003Cp\u003ETake a walk on the wild side.\u003C/p\u003E\n","title":"Excerpt",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"slug":{"dataType":"string","value":"explore-australia-zoo","title":"Slug",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"featured_image":{"dataType":"string","value":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/awolfamily-instagram-61-ig-18065677366184017.jpg","title":"Featured Image",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"post_thumbnail":{"dataType":"string","value":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/awolfamily-instagram-61-ig-18065677366184017.jpg","title":"Post Thumbnail",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false}}},"editorial_introducti":{":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-introduction"},"editorial_hero_banne":{"title":"The Ultimate Guide to Australia Zoo, Sunshine Coast ","headlineColor":"#ff4eff","layoutVariation":"standardWidth","tag":{"colour":"#365ABD","text":"Guide"},"breadcrumbItems":[{"active":false,"title":"Home","url":"/content/teq/us/en/home.html"},{"active":false,"title":"Nature and Wildlife","url":"/content/teq/us/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife.html"},{"active":true,"title":"Explore Australia Zoo guide","url":"/content/teq/us/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/explore-australia-zoo-guide.html"}],"gallery":{"mediaCollection":[{"mediaType":"image","mediaProps":{"fileFormat":"","sku":"","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/sunshine-coast/blog-images/Robert irwin Australia Zoo2.jpg","alt":"See Robert Irwin at Australia Zoo","title":null,"link":null,"mobileSrc":"","attribution":null,"quality":60},"mediaPropsSlide":null}]},":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-hero-banner"},"editorialauthor":{"resourcePath":"/content/teq/us/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/explore-australia-zoo-guide/jcr:content/root/responsivegrid/editorialauthor","publishedDateISO":"2026-03-13T01:53:17.814Z",":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorialauthor","image":{"src":null,"alt":null}},"text4c229720_53e4_4f":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#Crocoseum\"\u003ECrocoseum Show\u003C/a\u003E | \u003Ca href=\"#Kangaroos\"\u003EKangaroos\u003C/a\u003E | \u003Ca href=\"#Koalas\"\u003EKoalas\u003C/a\u003E | \u003Ca href=\"#BindisIsland\"\u003EBindi’s Island\u003C/a\u003E | \u003Ca href=\"#Tiger\"\u003ETiger Temple\u003C/a\u003E | \u003Ca href=\"#AnimalEncounters\"\u003EAnimal Encounters\u003C/a\u003E | \u003Ca href=\"#WildlifeHospital\"\u003EWildlife Hospital\u003C/a\u003E | \u003Ca href=\"#LaughingFrog\"\u003ELaughing Frog Water Park\u003C/a\u003E | \u003Ca href=\"#HunterLodge\"\u003EThe Crocodile Hunter Lodge\u003C/a\u003E | \u003Ca href=\"#ZooKeeper\"\u003EBe a Zoo Keeper for the Day\u003C/a\u003E | \u003Ca href=\"#FAQs\"\u003EFAQs\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECrikey! Ready to walk in Steve Irwin’s boots? \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d472880253d74c44993-australia-zoo\"\u003EAustralia Zoo\u003C/a\u003E isn’t just a zoo, it’s a full-blown wildlife adventure on Queensland’s \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/sunshine-coast\"\u003ESunshine Coast\u003C/a\u003E. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ERobert Irwin might have recently wowed the judges winning \u003Ci\u003EDancing with the \u003Ca id=\"Crocoseum\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EStars\u003C/i\u003E, but now it’s time for the wildlife to take centre stage – from jaw-dropping croc shows to curious koalas and luxe stays overlooking crocodiles (yes, really).\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHere’s your ultimate guide to the Top 10 Things to Do at Australia Zoo.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E1. Watch the Crocoseum Show\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","headlinesColor":"#ff4eff","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/sunshine-coast/blog-images/Robert_feeding_croc_AZ_7463.JPG","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/sunshine-coast/blog-images/Robert_feeding_croc_AZ_7463.JPG","alt":"Robert Irwin feeding crocs at the Crocoseum","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/us/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/explore-australia-zoo-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1773366797352/robert-feeding-croc-az-7463.jpeg","uuid":"7cca459f-fa40-4e45-8386-522e1c57c81b","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Robert Irwin feeding crocs at the Crocoseum",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text4c229720_53e4_4f_1269956887":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EFeel the thrill as giant crocs launch from the water in Steve Irwin’s legendary Crocoseum. At 1:15 pm each day, the arena bursts into life with crocs lunging from the water, birds sweeping overhead and snakes slinking into the spotlight – a \u003Ca id=\"Kangaroos\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003Ewildlife spectacular like no other.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop Tip:\u003C/b\u003E Arrive early for the best seats and keep your camera ready – this is the heart of Australia Zoo.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E2. Hand-Feed Kangaroos\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","headlinesColor":"#ff4eff","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"text4c229720_53e4_4f_2093442561":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EStep into Roo Heaven and wander among Australia’s most iconic hoppers. Grab a \u003Ca id=\"Koalas\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003Ebag of roo food and feel the gentle nudge as they eat straight from your hand. It’s the perfect chance to slow down, snap a photo and share a moment with these laid-back locals.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E3. SEE A KOALA UP CLOSE\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","headlinesColor":"#ff4eff","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"text4c229720_53e4_4f_1978202020":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EDiscover the magic of one of Australia’s most iconic animals – the koala. Their exhibit is one of the first you'll see on arrival and most popular stops. 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