Animal Encounters

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN AN

AUSTRALIAN WILDLIFE PARKS UP-CLOSE ANIMAL ENCOUNTER

create a memory to last a lifetime at featherdale sydney wildlife park, or our sister parks, hunter valley wildlife park or mogo wildlife park

Our award-winning wildlife parks are synonymous with the best wildlife encounters and experiences in Sydney and Australia - we have over 24 incredible private animal encounters at our 3 iconic wildlife parks.

At Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park, you can follow our bird keeper right into our Little Penguin Enclosure, and hand feed the world's smallest species of penguins whilst you learn more about the behaviour and characteristics of these mesmerising flightless native birds.

Quokkas are well-known as the 'world's happiest animals' with their characteristic grins, and Featherdale is the only place on Australia's East Coast where you can hand-feed these adorable animals and snap your very own 'quokka selfie' in our unforgettable Quokka Encounter.

While you can’t ‘Cuddle a Koala’, you may have the chance to meet and possibly even pat our national treasure, as part of our Koala experience. Whether its mammals, birds, or reptiles that you’d like to get closer to, we can organise an extraordinary encounter for you.

CHOOSE YOUR UP-CLOSE ANIMAL ENCOUNTER AT FEATHERDALE

Quokka Encounter

Experience joy with world's happiest animal with a close encounter, perfect for a Quokka selfie.

Penguin Encounter

Engage with these charming marine creatures in the new Little Penguin Encounter.

Koala Kindy Encounter

Get close to our young Koalas in our Koala Kindy

Interactive Experiences

Koala Encounter with a Photo

The experience includes exclusive access and a souvenir photo opportunity and includes 6" x 9" print and digital download.

FREE Featherdale Farmyard Encounter

Get closer to farm animals and their babies. Little ones will love to pat and feed the goats and ducks

Kangaroo Feeding

You can feed Kangaroos, wallabies and pademelons every day during opening hours at Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park

EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES

Featherdale Zoom (Animal Photography)

Learn animal photography from professional photographer June Anderson at Featherdale Wildlife Park.

Keeper for a Day

Use your NSW ACTIVE KIDS VOUCHER for Junior Zookeeper for a Day! PLUS Special Offer - SAVE 20% for a limited time only!

ENCOUNTER MORE AT MOGO & HUNTER VALLEY

EVEN MORE WILDLIFE MOMENTS AWAIT YOU AT HUNTER VALLEY & MOGO WILDLIFE PARKS

Hunter Valley Wildlife Park is one of the best kept secret's for animal enthusiasts, and located in the centre of NSW's best wine region, it's the perfect roadtrip destination! Hand feed Black & White Ruffed Lemurs, or our playful Meerkats, and you can even meet the country's most famous lion duo - Phoenix and Maji!

Or head south to Mogo Wildlife Park, and you can encounter our magnificents tigers and lions up-close, hand-feed a red panda, see the meerkats scurry around you, and even some face-to-face with a hyena!

As an Ultimate Explorer, you'll be able to choose a complementary encounter for 2 people at any Australian Wildlife Parks location, and there's loads more member benefits for you to enjoy! It's our thank you to you for supporting all the animals that call our parks o

GIFT CARDS TO MAKE THEM SMILE

SHARE THE WONDERS OF FEATHERDALE WITH YOUR LOVED ONES

If you're in search of a great gift, look no further than Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park. We offer a variety of gift cards that make ideal presents for any special occasion. These gift cards can be used for up-close animal encounters, providing a one-of-a-kind opportunity for your loved one to fully immerse themselves in the world of Australian wildlife. From snapping selfies with quokkas to hand-feeding penguins and meeting our adorable young wombat, these experiences are sure to create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime. And the best part? Our animal encounters are perfect for both locals and international visitors, so anyone can enjoy this unique and memorable experience.

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