Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains

The whole experience was absolutely amazing. Hearing the lions roaring at 5:30am. Feeding the giraffe. Watching the elephants have their baths. When exploring the zoo on your own head on over to the one horned rhino exhibit Dora kept running back to us everytime my daughter called her name! It was truly amazing. We also did the extra hippo encounter the kids loved it

Arrived late morning and experienced a free entry into the zoo. Great experience because we drove through and stopped when we wanted to. Had a lovely light lunch at their cafe and a coffee. Then off to Zoofari. So easy to check in. Found our glamour tent was more like a cabin with a spacious bathroom and all its amenities. Even had binoculars on the table to use - we didn't need them because the animals were outside our door. Dinner was exceptional with the chef speaking about the plates history. The zoo staff doubled as tour guides, animal care and waiting staff as well as checkin staff. Loved that we could get up close to the animals on our specific excursions. Every cent goes back into the Zoo - so not for profit. Thank you everyone!

What a great experience, almost like Africa but without the danger. Non the less we loved it. The staff were excellent and the behind the scenes tours were well worth it. I would definitely recommend to my family and friends. Cabin 5&6 either side of the viewing area are the best for animal sightings although you can see them from every cabin at Zoofari. The food was very good also. Top marks.

This was the best experience you could possibly have short of travelling to Africa. From the moment you check in you are spoiled. Cheese and nibble box, accomm. right at the edge of the park where you can watch the giraffes, rhinos and antelopes graze. The bed was comfy, the bathroom clean and modern. This is how I would love to camp LOL. The African themed dinner was delicious, there was a roaring fire in the sitting area which added to the pre dinner drinks atmosphere. The behind the scenes afternoon and then early morning tours are amazing and then we finished with a hearty breakfast. Also included is the day ticket for the zoo so you can wander at your leisure. Very interesting to learn what the zoo is doing regarding breeding programs, genetic diversity and the care for the animals. The only negative was that the stay is just not long enough; summer would be a better option in terms of being able to watch the wildlife graze at sunrise as in winter obviously the sun rises later and it was only a short watch before we had our early morning tour. But the time the sun rises is out of control of the zoo. We found the experience well worth the money and hope at some stage to be able to come back and do this again. Highly recommended.

We had a fantastic time , it met all our expectations and more. The accommodation was spot on , warm and cozy and the food fantastic. Just the right size portions and delicious. Plenty of opportunity given to go back for seconds if you were still hungry. All staff were so helpful and knowledgeable not only in introducing the animals to us , but teaching us about the important work the zoo provides for animal conservation. Plenty of opportunity for photographs, our main hobby. Would love to come back in the warmer months.

I never expected such 5 star accommodation, food, behind the scenes tours and staff that just loved their jobs. They were all so knowledgeable - waking to Rhinos sleeping outside your room. Fabulous dinners, the setting of the zoofari lodge, log fires it was all so amazing. We were lucky enough to be able to spend two nights to really taken in the sunsets, sunrises and scenery overlooking animals.

From arrival to departure our 3 night stay was seamless, thanks to the enthusiastic staff. We were thrilled to be able to just sit and watch the animals on the Savannah go about the daily routine, definitely a good way to lower our blood pressure and stress levels after a long drive from Gold Coast. We came to appreciate the dedication of all staff to the welfare of the creatures (great and small) in their care. The extra activities provided such as early morning open safari bus tour with the cheerful and knowledgeable guide was a great way to start the day after which a nourishing breakfast set us up for a day at the zoo park, in our own car at a leisurely pace, evening meals with an African theme were enjoyable. Glamping tent was serviced daily and very comfortable and we slept soundly apart from the odd animal calls through the night, but one would be disappointed not to experience this! It’s our second visit, we’re allready planning the next! Only consideration will be to visit outside school holidays, sadly some children were too young to appreciate the Experience and the ensuing noise from unsettled children did detract from our stay, a child free zone may be worth considering and meal sittings for families with young children could be earlier. By I guess it’s all about economics and all profits go to the animal husbandry. Thanks again to all staff for their tireless dedication to a beautiful Zoo.

Amazing place to visit. Evening and early morning tour were very enjoyable and informative from very experienced and funny guides Meals at the Lodge were good quality and the dining service outstanding. Could not fault any of the staff we encountered on our stay. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for something a bit different to do.

Most amazing experience and stay! Highly recommend! The accommodations were so nice and clean and being able to watch the African animals metres away from our own accommodations balcony was so fabulous. Our kids had the best experience feeding giraffes and getting to watch an elephant have her bath