Led by a dominant male, Chimpanzee family groups travel during the day and build nests to sleep in at night.
Tips for Visit
Tips to make the most of your Taronga Zoo Visit.
Visiting for just a few Hours?
- Dont miss our world renowned QBE Free Flight Bird Show.
- Discover Australia's unique wildlife - pick up a Wild Australia self-guided Walk Map outlining options for duration of 40 minutes, 60 minutes and 90 minutes
Weather
There are many animals to discover even during wet weather - visit Australia's Nightlife, the Platypus House, Reptile World and Backyard to Bush.
Our elephants love to swim while it's raining!
Umbrellas, ponchos, hats and sunscreen are available for purchase at our zooshops.
Photography Supplies
Run out of film or space in your memory? Our zooshops sell photographic supplies; check your visitor map for locations.
Orang-utans
Please note that the Orang-utans are currently not on exhibit as they've been moved to a non-public part of the zoo. This was so the chimpanzee group could go to the Orang-utans' exhibit while their home is being remodelled.
