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Exclusive Guided Tours

Guests on guided wildlife tour at ZAMBI Wildlife Retreat

WHAT’S INCLUDED

A personalised, ethical wildlife experience

Avoid the crowds and step into a more intimate experience. You’ll join a small group of guests inside this remarkable facility, guided by a dedicated zookeeper who knows each animal’s story. Enjoy meaningful moments, hear insights you won’t get anywhere else, and experience interactions that are only possible in a carefully managed setting.

  • A 2-hour guided tour

  • Close‑up encounters with selected animals

  • Keeper insights into the personalities, histories, and care of the animals that call ZAMBI home

  • A calm, private environment ideal for photography

  • Hand-feed our monkeys and macaws.

These hands‑on moments are often the highlight of the tour and offer a rare opportunity to connect with our animals in a safe, ethical way.

Our Guided Wildlife Tour takes place at our ethical sanctuary near Sydney and offers a calm, small‑group experience designed around animal welfare and education

Important details for your visit

  • Maximum 8 people per tour

  • Minimum age: 12 years

  • Guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult (18+)

  • All feeding and interaction activities are at the keeper’s discretion and based on animal welfare

Before you book

  • We are not open for walk‑ins

  • All visits must be pre‑booked

  • Weekend tours available for individuals

  • Midweek tours available for groups

  • Exact location provided after booking

  • We are located just 1 hour from Sydney and 10m from Penrith

Tour inclusions may vary depending on the needs and welfare of the animals.

Experience ZAMBI Wildlife Foundation in a way that few visitors ever do. Our Tour is a 2-hour journey designed for small groups who want meaningful wildlife encounters, personalised keeper time, and a deeper understanding of the animals we care for.

Available every weekend at 9:30 am (Nov-Mar) 10.30 am (Apr-Oct)

Pricing & Age Requirements

Guided Tour:

  • Adults (16+): $150

  • Seniors (65+): $135

  • Youth (12–15): $100

Minimum age: 12 years
Maximum group size: 8 guests

Guests on guided wildlife tour at ZAMBI Wildlife Retreat

Book Your Tour

Select your preferred date to check availability and request your visit.

We are not open to the public for general admission. All visits must be pre‑booked.

Our Animal Residents.

  • Lion at ZAMBI Wildlife Retreat Sydney

    Lions

    Come and visit the lions at the sanctuary, where they live a serene retirement in habitats designed to resemble their natural environment.

  • tiger standing on in water in Zambi wildlife Retreat

    Tigers

    Our tigers at ZAMBI live in an enriching environment in habitats that are a tiger Shangri-la.

  • Sri Lankan leopard Phoenix resting on platform

    Leopard

    ZAMBI is home to an endangered male Sri Lankan leopard called
    Phoenix.

  • Red panda Phinju in tree canopy

    Red Panda

    ZAMBI has welcomed Phinju, a Red Panda to stay with us for an extended holiday.

  • Meerkat on sentry duty at ZAMBI

    Meerkats

    Visit ZAMBI to witness the playful antics of our meerkats and experience their curious and social structure up close in a beautiful, natural setting.

  • Marmoset climbing branch at ZAMBI Wildlife Retreat

    Common Marmoset

    Visit ZAMBI to marvel at the lively and curious marmosets and enjoy their delightful interactions in a serene and enriching environment.

  • Hyacinth macaw perched in aviary at ZAMBI

    Birds

    Visit ZAMBI Wildlife Retreat to see our amazing birds, including the magnificent Hyacinth Macaw.

  • Baby baboon at Zambi Wildlife Retreat

    Baboons

    Come visit our beautiful baboon family and explore their exciting new enclosure donated by Clarendon Homes.

  • A monkey clings to bamboo stalks surrounded by green leaves in an enclosure.

    Long‑tailed macaque sitting on branch

    Visit ZAMBI to enjoy the long tailed macaque in their brand new enclosure!

AVAILABLE ENCOUNTERS

  • Lion Encounter at Zambi Wildlife Retreat

    LION

    Enjoy the unique experience of observing a lion up close, witnessing their majestic beauty and power in a safe environment.

  • Tiger encounter at Zambi Wildlife retreat

    TIGER

    Experience the thrill of seeing a tiger up close and appreciate their strength, grace, and presence.

  • meerkats encounter at Zambi Wildlife Retreat

    MEERKAT

    Join the meerkat mob at Zambi Wildlife Retreat and observe their playful antics up close, making for an absolutely unforgettable experience.

  • Encounter with common Marmoset at Zambi Wildlife Retreat

    COMMON MARMOSET

    Meet the marmoset family at Zambi Wildlife Retreat and enjoy their lively and curious nature up close, making for an absolutely delightful encounter.

Gift the Experience of a Lifetime at ZAMBI Wildlife Retreat!

Treat your loved ones to an unforgettable day where they can get up close and personal with some of the world’s most fascinating animals. From guided tours to exclusive animal encounters, ZAMBI Wildlife Retreat offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature and create lasting memories. Perfect for ANIMAL LOVERS and THRILL SEEKERS alike, a ZAMBI gift certificate promises to be the greatest gift.

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