Monarto Safari Park will now be welcoming FIVE Elephants!
November 2024 Update: Asian Elephant, Burma – the newest member of the Zoos SA family – has safely arrived at Monarto Safari Park after a giant journey from Auckland Zoo.
Zoos South Australia and Auckland Zoo are delighted to share that Burma has begun settling in, familiarising herself […]
Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours – School Holiday Family Adventures.
What better way to explore the unique and special Garden Island and part of Adelaide’s Dolphin sanctuary and Ships graveyard than an eco-friendly kayaking experience.
Join Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours on a guided kayak tour and paddle through peaceful mangrove lined creeks where only kayaks can go, these […]
It’s time to say farewell to Giant Pandas Wang Wang and Fu Ni. Adelaide Zoo’s Bamboo Forest will be closed from 5pm on Wednesday 13 November 2024 for the panda team to prepare Wang Wang and Fu Ni for their giant journey.
Adelaide Zoo is calling on all panda-loving South Australians to visit the zoo and […]
[ October 14, 2024 to October 20, 2024. ]
Get ready to join Australia’s biggest birdwatching and citizen science event this October. Whether you’re a seasoned birdwatcher or just starting out, this is your chance to connect with nature in a fun and easy way.
The Aussie Backyard Bird Count is one of Australia’s biggest citizen science events. This year is the eleventh count, […]
[ October 17, 2024; ]
Playgroup at the Zoo, Playgroup SA’s annual membership event, returns to Adelaide Zoo in 2024.
The 2024 Playgroup SA event of the year celebrating 50 years of Playgroup SA – a “thank you” for families enrolled with Playgroup SA.
Get out your calendars and save the date for the much loved annual Playgroup at the Zoo event. […]
[ September 28, 2024 to October 13, 2024. ]
Discover Animal Superpowers at Monarto Safari Park during the October school holidays.
Flash may be quick but have you seen a Cheetah zoom at up to 110km per hour? Some animals can travel at high speeds to both catch prey and avoid being caught. Nature is full of surprises and many animals have adapted through time […]
[ September 28, 2024 to October 13, 2024. ]
Discover Animal Superpowers at Adelaide Zoo during the October school holidays.
Think superman is fast? Wait until you meet the Sumatran Tiger. With night vision six times better than a human’s, the tiger prowls through the darkness like a true superhero. Nature is full of surprises and many animals have adapted through time to have their […]
[ September 27, 2024 to October 1, 2024. October 5, 2024 to October 7, 2024. October 10, 2024 to October 13, 2024. ]
Temptation Sailing invites you to swim alongside or watch wild dolphins in their natural habitat.
Dolphins are one of the Earth’s most fascinating, curious and interactive species. Temptation Sailing’s Advanced Eco Certified Wild Dolphin Tours are hosted by an amazing team of Marine Biologists who will educate and assist you throughout the tour. An incredible experience […]
In the Adelaide Hills you will find Gumeracha’s Big Rocking Horse, Toy Factory & Wildlife Park.
Situated in the pretty town of Gumeracha in the Adelaide Hills and only 40 minutes from Adelaide you will find Australia’s number one ‘Big Aussie Icon’ The Big Rocking Horse, as judged by wotif.com.au. Standing out for all to see in red and […]
[ September 7, 2024 to September 8, 2024. ]
Plan a visit to The Big Rocking Horse in Gumeracha to show your support for a small, local family business.
The Big Rocking Horse in the Adelaide Hills is home to the biggest rocking horse in the world! It is also a 7-acre animal park with a mini golf course, wooden toy factory, picnic areas, gift […]
[ September 8, 2024; ]
Bounce in to celebrate the beautiful bilbies at Adelaide Zoo and Monarto Safari Park, and collect a free Melba’s Chocolate Bilby*.
National Bilby day is the second Sunday in September. Every visit to Adelaide Zoo and Monarto Safari Park contributes to the vital breeding program working to save this adorable species, with over 90 bilbies so […]
[ October 25, 2024; ]
Adelaide Zoo’s freaky family event ‘Boo at the Zoo’ is back this Halloween!
Calling all ghosts, ghouls and gremlins! Book your Boo at the Zoo adventure for a frightfully-fun night of entertainment. Dress up in bewitching costumes and stop for a snap at the spooky decorations littered throughout the zoo. Fill up your treat bag along […]
[ September 28, 2024; ]
Old Macdonald’s Travelling Farms will be at the Woodcroft Town Centre & Mall during the Spring school holidays.
Join in for a fun, hands-on animal experience with some super cute farm friends from Old Macdonald’s Travelling Farms at this FREE school holiday event.
Old Macdonald’s Travelling Farms have been operating for over 32 years throughout Australia, ‘bringing […]
Zoos SA has announced the names of the two new black and white bears that will soon be heading to Adelaide Zoo!
South Australia’s new Giant Panda pair, Xing Qiu and Yi Lan, will arrive at Adelaide Zoo later in the year.
At the 2024 Teddy Bears’ Picnic, Zoos SA shared the names of the two new […]
[ September 1, 2024; ]
To celebrate Father’s Day, Dads can go FREE to Adelaide Zoo on Sunday 1 September 2024.
Celebrate the Dad in your life with a free adventure around the Adelaide Zoo jungle! Simply purchase any full price ticket on Sunday 1 September 2024 and receive a free ticket for Dad*. (Not valid at Monarto Safari Park)
See the […]
[ August 24, 2024 to August 25, 2024. ]
Giant farewell for pandas Wang Wang and Fu Ni at Adelaide Zoo.
A ‘beary’ special two-day Teddy Bears’ Picnic will be held in August to farewell Adelaide Zoo’s panda pair, Wang Wang and Fu Ni.
After calling the zoo home for 15 years, the black-and-white duo will return to their homeland in China later this year. The […]
[ August 31, 2024 to September 8, 2024. ]
The Royal Adelaide Show is back in 2024 with all your favourite showbags, show rides, carnival food and loads of family entertainment. Tickets are on sale now!
Experience the magic of South Australia’s most loved event, the Royal Adelaide Show! Each year this is where the city meets the country, creating unforgettable experiences and lifelong family […]
[ July 14, 2024; ]
Celebrate World Chimpanzee Day with the troop at Monarto Safari Park on Sunday 14 July.
Did you know that we share approximately 98.7% of the same DNA with Chimpanzees? Like us, these incredible creatures show a range of emotions like hugging for comfort and smiling or laughing when happy.
Sadly, this species is highly endangered with as […]
[ August 9, 2024; ]
Rug up and get messy with Playgroup SA at Cleland Wildlife Park . Mud & Play features mud pits, entertainment, nature creations, loose parts play, and playgroup activities.
Mud and Play is a special event with subsidised pricing for Playgroup SA-enrolled families. Go along to Cleland Wildlife Park for a range of fun nature-based activities and […]
[ May 3, 2024 to May 31, 2024. ]
Get your little explorers ready to roar with excitement because this May, Monarto Safari Park opens the gates to kids for free!
Make May your Monarto month and experience the largest safari park outside of Africa.
Home to more than 50 species of exotic and native mammals, birds and reptiles, you can fit every major zoo […]
The Whale Watching Season around Victor Harbor, South Australia is typically from May to October, but sightings can begin as early as April.
Only an hour’s drive from Adelaide is the majestic southern Fleurieu Peninsula and each winter we are fortunate to see the annual return of Southern Right whales to our coastline.
It’s a wonderful experience […]
[ July 6, 2024 to July 7, 2024. ]
The annual Animal Expo is returning to Adelaide Showground with plenty of animals to see, touch and cuddle, a kids activity zone and a large walk through animal nursery.
There will be hundreds of animals for kids to see including rabbits, dogs, cats, poultry, birds, ferrets, rats, reptiles, snakes, mini horses, ponies and more.
There will also […]
Narnu Farm Family Holiday Accommodation
Narnu Farm offers a magical farm stay experience for the whole family set in a spacious, picturesque rural setting with rolling green paddocks and towering pine trees.
Located on Hindmarsh Island only one hour from Adelaide, Narnu Farm offers twice daily animal feeding sessions where guests can get up close and personal […]
[ March 20, 2024; ]
Go along for a huge outdoor playgroup in Cleland Wildlife Park to celebrate turning 50 during National Playgroup Week.
Eventgoers can enjoy fun, nature-based activities including water play, nature creations, loose parts play, music, story time on the lawn, and much more. There will also be the opportunity to explore the rest of the park and […]
Take advantage of 2-for-1 entry to Monarto Safari Park!
To celebrate Leap Year, you can take a friend for FREE to Monarto Safari Park from Monday 19 February until Thursday 29 February 2024.
Meet four adorable lion cubs, a lanky giraffe calf and some spiky porcupettes. Hop aboard the free Zu-loop bus or explore the park on […]
[ January 5, 2024; January 12, 2024; January 19, 2024; ]
Zoo Nights at Adelaide Zoo this Summer for 3 nights only.
Experience sundown at the Zoo surrounded by the evening calls of the animals.
Soak up summer nights surrounded by the evening calls of the Siamangs or throaty huffs of the lions, right in the heart of the city.
Take a moment to unwind after work, drop in […]
[ May 31, 2024; ]
Dr Jane Goodall’s Reasons for Hope Tour coming to Adelaide.
After a long absence brought on by the COVID pandemic, Goodall, 89, is delighted to be returning to Australia and New Zealand to meet with her supporters and share her reasons for hope in Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Auckland.
Dr Jane Goodall is an English ethologist […]
[ December 9, 2023; ]
Take a look under the sea during the Marine Discovery Centre Open Day in Henley Beach
Join the team at the Marine Discovery Centre for a morning of interactive fun, marine-based exploring and learning, followed by a guided beach marine trail on Henley Beach.
During the session, you will have access to a variety of interactive discovery […]
Adelaide Zoo Welcomes Assistance Dogs for the first time.
It’s the start of a new era as Assistance Dogs are welcomed through the gates of Adelaide Zoo for the first time, opening up a world of wild experiences to visitors from near and far who are supported by accredited Assistance Dogs.
Partnering with See Differently (formerly Royal […]
Warrawong Wildlife Sanctuary’s Junior Keeper Experience
Does your child love animals and being outdoors? Maybe they want to be a zookeeper, vet, or wildlife warrior when they grow up? Well, we have found the perfect activity for you in the Adelaide Hills.
Review by Jo Parkinson
Warrawong Wildlife Sanctuary’s Junior Keeper Program is a 4-hour, fun filled and […]
