Australia Zoo Private Group Tour from Brisbane

About this tour

Spend a full day at Australia Zoo north of Brisbane, getting hands-on with over 1,200 creatures from kangaroos to crocodiles, then choose your afternoon: either explore the subtropical rainforest at Mary Cairncross with views across to the Glass House Mountains, or head to Caloundra's beaches on the Sunshine Coast. Your private group sets the pace, decides which stops matter and whether to linger or move on. Eight to nine hours total, including return transfers from Brisbane.

Highlights

• Hand-feed kangaroos and hold a koala at the zoo
• Watch live crocodile demonstrations at the Crocoseum
• Over 1,200 native and exotic animals to encounter
• Rainforest walk through Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve
• Glass House Mountains panorama from the ridge
• Caloundra beach time on the Sunshine Coast
• Flexible itinerary shaped by your group's interests

What to expect

Your guide collects you from Brisbane and drives north to Australia Zoo, where you'll spend the morning and early afternoon among its resident animals. The crocodile shows run throughout the day, so time your visit around any you want to catch. Koala cuddles and kangaroo feeding are popular but involve queues during peak hours. In the afternoon, split your energy between the zoo's remaining exhibits and either a quieter rainforest stroll—expect well-marked paths, native birds, and mountain vistas—or a beach stop at Caloundra for coastal air and swimming if the weather suits. Your group controls the rhythm; there's no fixed schedule beyond your return time.

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