Accessible Zookeeper For a Day

Become a Zookeeper for a day!

For the animal-lover, or anyone who’d love to be a zookeeper one day, there’s really no better experience than our Accessible Zookeeper for a Day program. This program teaches participants what it takes to become a zookeeper and provides an opportunity to get hands-on experience feeding and caring for a range of different animals. With no hills or steps and wide pathways, Sydney Zoo is the perfect place for everyone.

Our zookeepers for a day will learn cool facts and important information about animal conservation. They’ll learn about animal training and what they can do in their own lives to protect rare and endangered animal species. They’ll even get the chance to get creative and make something that will enrich the lives of our beautiful animals.

Book early to avoid disappointment as only 8 guests per day will have the opportunity to participate in this program.

We now accept Active and Creative Kids vouchers for our Zookeeper for a day programs! To redeem, fill out the Experiences Booking Form and include the child’s date of birth and voucher number in the comments section. For more information see the Service NSW Active and Creative Kids voucher website.

All participants must be comfortable in the presence of animals.
This program is designed for children aged 8 and over and adults that require a support person. This support person does not need to pay for the program but will need to enter Sydney Zoo with a ticket.
Companion card holders will access the zoo for free, non-companion card holders will be required to purchase an entry ticket to the zoo.
While Sydney zoo accepts companion animals under certain circumstances, certain aspects of this program are unsuitable for them.
Children in a wheelchair are able to participate, the program is designed to be accessible to all.
What to bring: A sun hat, water bottle and morning or afternoon tea.
Weather requirements: This program only runs in good weather with dry ground – any clients who have wheelchairs would not be able to access some areas after rain. Postponement is likely if the weather is not ideal or a modification of the program if possible. Sydney Zoo will notify participants if this is the case.
Sydney Zoo reserves the right to cancel the encounter for any unseen circumstances. A reschedule date will be offered based on availability.
Clothing requirements: Enclosed flat shoes.
Participants or their carers, will be required to agree to the program rules and sign a waiver form on the day.