Australia Zoo
- Visit: 6–8 hours
- from AUD 77.45
- Ideal for kids, teens
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Australia Zoo is a zoological and botanical garden in Beerwah on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, known for its crocodiles and the TV series Crocodile Hunter.
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What's on here
Halloween
Friday, 23:00
Steve Irwin Day
Saturday, 23:00
Summer Holiday Fun
11 Dec – 25 Jan 2027
Valentine’s Day
Saturday, 23:00
Grace Warrior’s Birthday
Wednesday, 23:00
Easter Holiday Fun
25 Mar 2027 – 10 Apr 2027
Mother’s Day
Saturday, 22:00
Capture Cameron
15 May 2027 – 14 Jun 2027
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Why go
- The Crocoseum was the first venue built for snake, bird and crocodile shows.
- Elephantasia, a 12-acre Asian-themed exhibit and Australia’s largest elephant enclosure.
- Grace’s Bird Garden, a walk-through aviary with about 150 birds, mostly native to Australia.
- Giraffes, zebras and southern white rhinos in the African Safari exhibit’s recreated Serengeti ecosystem.
Opening hours
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Monday09:00 – 17:00
Tuesday09:00 – 17:00
Wednesday09:00 – 17:00
Thursday09:00 – 17:00
Friday09:00 – 17:00
Saturday09:00 – 17:00
Sunday09:00 – 17:00
Don't miss
- Tiger Temple underwater viewing areaExplore Tiger Temple’s Angkor Wat-inspired setting, home to Sumatran tigers, and its underwater viewing area.Tiger Temple
- Bindi’s Island treehouseSee the three-story treehouse built around a replica fig tree, with views of the zoo and lemur island.Beside the Africa exhibit
With kids
- Animal talks introduce children to wildlife.
- Shaded playgrounds, a jumping pillow and a water splash park are on the grounds.
- Children can take part in elephant feeding sessions.
Know before you go
- Daily, 09:00–17:00.
Tips for your visit
- Use Steve’s Safari Shuttle to reduce long walks around the grounds.
- Four walk-through enclosures let visitors enter and feed kangaroos, wallabies and koalas.
- Use the zoo map to locate animals and attractions.
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History
The zoo began as a two-acre park with lace monitors, tiger snakes, crocodiles, magpie geese and kangaroos. Bob Irwin pioneered reptile care and breeding in Australia; Lyn Irwin was among the first in southeast Queensland to care for sick and injured wildlife.
- 1970Bob and Lyn Irwin opened the zoo on 3 June as Beerwah Reptile and Fauna Park.
- 1982The park became Queensland Reptile and Fauna Park and doubled in area.
- 1987The Crocodile Environmental Park opened to help protect saltwater crocodiles.
- 1990sCrocodile feeding displays became a feature of the Crocodile Environmental Park.
- 1991Steve and Terri Irwin took over zoo management.
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- 2004An animal hospital opened beside the zoo in a former avocado packing shed.
- 2011The African Safari exhibit opened on 17 September.
How to get there
- CarThe zoo is at 1638 Steve Irwin Way, Beerwah, about 70 km north of Brisbane.
- BusReach the zoo by car, bus or train, or join a day tour from Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast or the Gold Coast.
Sources: Australia Zoo - Wikipedia · Australia Zoo - Home of The Crocodile Hunter · Visit Us at Australia Zoo - Easy Information To… · Ticket Information - Australia Zoo · Australia Zoo - Wikipedia · Australia Zoo - Wikipedia · checked 28 Sep 2026
Where
1638 Steve Irwin Way, Beerwah
- Website
- australiazoo.com.au/
- Phone
- +61754362000
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Questions and answers
Are animal encounters available at Australia Zoo?
Yes. Encounters include habitats that replicate animals’ natural homes and one-on-one meetings.
What family events are held at Australia Zoo?
Monthly events include animal trails, competitions and family activities.
Can visitors meet animals around Australia Zoo?
A roving team brings alligators, birds, snakes and lizards around the grounds.
Is there a koala care station at Australia Zoo?
Yes, Australia Zoo has a koala care station.
What do Australia Zoo’s gift shops sell?
They sell souvenirs, Irwin family designer wear and gifts.
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