Habitats and Attractions
Australia Zoo Habitats and Attractions
Here at Australia Zoo, we take great pride in creating habitats that not only allow our guests to see and experience our animals up close but are also spacious, stimulating and fun for our animals to live and play in. The fun doesn’t stop there! We also have some must-see attractions for children and families to enjoy. Australia zoo is your one-stop destination for FUN!
Below are just some of the habitats and attractions that we are most proud of. Some of our habitats are works of art, architectural firsts, and 5-star accommodation for our animals and are unlike anything seen around the world. Each one of them is the brainchild of the one-and-only Steve Irwin; they were conceived in his mind and brought to life by the talented crew of designers, artists, builders and horticulturalists that he hand-picked and supervised. They are his dreams brought to life and we are extremely proud to present them to you. Come and see these truly stunning and adventurous habitats and attractions in person at Australia Zoo… you just won’t believe your eyes!
Africa at Australia Zoo
Steve's dream was to build an African Safari Park, where animals roam free in open plains and state-of-the-art, walk-through habitats; where the public can watch these animals interact as they would in the wild; and where people can have their own unique experiences with these wonderful animals.
Learn MoreCheetah Grasslands
The Cheetah Grasslands is a state-of-the-art habitat with 2.5 acres of open grassland and natural waterways, providing a wide and spacious area for our cheetahs to roam.
Learn MoreCrikey! Kids Corner
Don’t miss the epic Crikey! Kids Corner, right here at Australia Zoo! This fun-filled space is the perfect way to keep the kids entertained while you sit back and relax in the gorgeous picnic area.
Learn MoreCrocodile Environmental Park
The Crocodile Environmental Park was opened in 1987, an area designed to replicate the billabongs of northern Queensland and act as a safe haven for rescued wild crocodiles. It was built by Steve himself and had become a wildly popular spot for daily crocodile demonstrations.
Learn MoreElephantasia
Opened to visitors in December 2021, be sure to visit our state-of-the-art habitat for our beautiful herd of Sumatran elephants at Australia Zoo!
Learn MoreGrace’s Bird Garden
Home to many of Australia Zoo’s feathered animals, Grace’s Bird Garden provides a loving and lush haven to over 170 birds from more than 19 different species. Originally known as the Rainforest Aviary, Grace’s Bird Garden was refurbished and officially renamed to provide a brand new home to these gorgeous animals.
Learn MoreThe Laughing Frog Lolly Shop and Water Park
The Laughing Frog Lolly Shop and Water Park is a fun-filled area which is open to all guests and boasts spectacular wildlife sculptures, designed by our Australia Zoo artists!
Learn MoreThe Tiger Temple
The amazing Tiger Temple, built to resemble the famous Angkor Wat temple in Cambodia, is a work of art as well as an architectural first. Tiger Temple boasts the southern hemisphere’s only underwater viewing of tigers.
Learn MoreThe World-Famous Crocoseum
The Containers for Change Crocoseum is one of Steve Irwin's dreams turned into a reality! Steve wanted to give you the chance to see crocodiles in clear water ponds, rather than murky rivers. It was a complicated and ambitious vision, and everyone said it couldn't be done – well, they were wrong! *Please note, the Crocoseum is closed from now to 13 December for major refurbishment. You won't miss out on the jaw-snapping action though, click through for more details.
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