- Only pay on the day
- Curriculum-aligned programs and resources
- Guided or self-guided tour options available
Guided School Excursion Tour Information
One‑hour, fully guided adventure designed to spark curiosity and bring students up close to Australia’s most fascinating creatures.
Specifically designed to align with the NEW Science & Technology Syllabus!
These tours immerse students in the world of living things, how animals survive, interact with their environment, and what they need to thrive. Students will explore wildlife habitats, meet iconic Australian species, and discover the unique behaviours that make each animal extraordinary.
Tour Topics
Students will embark on a guided tour through the zoo to discover the importance of conserving Australia’s unique wildlife and the habitats it relies on. Led by our expert educators, the tour highlights the pressures facing native species from habitat loss to human impact and showcases the conservation work happening within the zoo.
Students will gain a deeper understanding of how animals adapt to a changing environment and learn practical ways we can all contribute to protecting and preserving Australia’s natural ecosystems.
Curriculum Links
Early Stage 1
- Students observe animal features, discuss how living things survive and learn how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples use deep knowledge of plants, animals and Country to care for the environment (STE‑PQU‑01, STE‑SCI‑01).
Stage 1
- Learners explore how animals change over time, consider extinct species and discuss how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples care for places and water environments, while also learning simple ways they can help protect nature in their communities (ST1‑SCI‑01, ST1‑PQU‑01, ST1‑DAT‑01, HS1‑ACH‑01, HS1‑GEO‑01).
Stage 2
- Students examine how plants, animals and people depend on each other, explore responsibilities for caring for Australia’s environments and learn about practical conservation actions (ST2‑SCI‑01, ST2‑PQU‑01, ST2‑DAT‑01, HS2‑ACH‑01, HS2‑GEO‑01).
Stage 3
- Learners investigate how ecosystems change over time, how species loss or introduction affects environments and how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander sustainable practices continue to protect Country. They also explore real conservation work happening at WILDLIFE Sydney Zoo, such as breeding programs, habitat restoration and threatened species awareness. Consider how human actions influence climate and biodiversity (ST3‑SCI‑01, ST3‑PQU‑01, ST3‑DAT‑01).
This guided tour introduces students to the fascinating life cycles of Australia’s native animals. Through close observation and educator-led discussion, students will explore how animals grow and change over time, comparing the life cycles of various creatures, including insects, reptiles, and mammals.
The tour helps students recognise each stage of development and understand the unique ways different species survive and reproduce in their natural habitats.
Curriculum links:
Early Stage 1
- Students build curiosity by noticing animal features, comparing living and non‑living things and discussing how animals get what they need to survive (STE‑PQU‑01, STE‑SCI‑01).
Stage 1
- Learners deepen their understanding of how animals grow and change by observing life stages, identifying features and using simple scientific language to describe what they see (ST1‑SCI‑01, ST1‑PQU‑01, ST1‑DAT‑01).
Stage 2
- Students explore habitats, food webs and the ways animals depend on each other and their environment through guided discussions and close‑up observations (ST2‑SCI‑01, ST2‑PQU‑01, ST2‑DAT‑01).
Stage 3
- Learners examine structural and behavioural adaptations, consider how species respond to environmental change and discuss human impacts on ecosystems (ST3‑SCI‑01, ST3‑PQU‑01, ST3‑DAT‑01).
Students will begin this guided tour by exploring how we classify living things and the unique adaptations that help them survive. By examining a range of wildlife artefacts and observing native species up close, students will discover how different animals are grouped based on their features and behaviours.
The tour also introduces the three types of adaptations: structural, behavioural, and functional and highlights how these features work together to support survival in the wild.
Curriculum Links
Early Stage 1
- Students build curiosity as they observe animal bodies, coverings and behaviours up close, compare living and non‑living things and explore how animals get what they need from their environment (STE‑PQU‑01, STE‑SCI‑01).
Stage 1
- Learners investigate how living things grow and change over time, explore life cycles and use simple scientific language and labelled diagrams to describe and group animals based on their features (ST1‑SCI‑01, ST1‑PQU‑01, ST1‑DAT‑01).
Stage 2
- Students deepen their understanding of how animals depend on their habitats by examining the relationships between living and non‑living components, and exploring how different adaptations help species survive in unique environments (ST2‑SCI‑01, ST2‑PQU‑01, ST2‑DAT‑01).
Stage 3
- Learners take a closer look at structural and behavioural adaptations, investigate how species respond to environmental change over long periods of time and consider how the introduction or loss of species can impact Australian ecosystems (ST3‑SCI‑01, ST3‑PQU‑01, ST3‑DAT‑01).
This guided tour introduces students to Australia’s diverse habitats and the animals that live within them. Through guided exploration, students will observe how different environments meet the needs of living creatures and compare the features that help animals survive.
Our educators encourage curiosity, simple problem‑solving, and an appreciation for the unique ecosystems found across Australia.
Curriculum Links
Early Stage 1
- Students explore the basic needs of living things by observing how different animals find air, water and food, and by comparing living and non‑living elements within each habitat (STE‑PQU‑01, STE‑SCI‑01).
Stage 1
- Learners investigate how habitats change over time, how seasonal patterns influence animal behaviour and appearance, and how we can describe and group living things using simple scientific language and labelled diagrams (ST1‑SCI‑01, ST1‑PQU‑01, ST1‑DAT‑01).
Stage 2
- Students deepen their understanding of ecosystems by examining the relationships between plants, animals and their environments. Through guided discussions and close‑up encounters, they explore how living and non‑living components interact and why each habitat is uniquely suited to the species that live there (ST2‑SCI‑01, ST2‑PQU‑01, ST2‑DAT‑01).
Stage 3
- Learners investigate how habitats evolve over long periods of time, how the introduction or loss of species can impact an ecosystem and how scientific knowledge helps us protect these environments for the future (ST3‑SCI‑01, ST3‑PQU‑01, ST3‑DAT‑01).
Students will enjoy a memorable guided adventure through WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, discovering Australia’s most iconic animals up close. Led by our knowledgeable Educators, this experience offers an engaging introduction to native wildlife, their habitats, and the unique features that make each species special. Whether visiting as part of a school camp, a city experience, or simply for a fun day out, this tour provides an exciting and educational journey that brings the wonders of the Australian bush to life.
Session Times
We offer the following times for our guided school excursion tour times
- 10.00 AM
- 11.00 AM
- 12.00 PM
Pricing Information
Please be advised that we require a minimum of 1 adult per 20 students for Kindergarten – Year 12.
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School excursion type |
Price per person |
| Guided School Excursion Tour with an Educator through WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo | $20 |
| Self-guided visit to WILD LIFE Sydney | $11.50 |
| Language/International/Higher Education School Groups | $29.25 |
| FREE teacher ratio for preschools | 1:3 |
| FREE teacher ratio for K-2 | 1:6 |
| FREE teacher ratio for 3-12 | 1:8 |
| Additional teacher/adult helper | $18.00 |
WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo only. These prices are for Primary and Secondary school students K - 12.
Australian school rates:
- $11.00 per student single entry during school terms when visiting with a school group for a self-guided tour
- Home School Rates: $11.00 per student for single entry during school terms; Accompanying Adult Rate: $18.50 per adult
Combine your guided tour with a self-guided tour from our other attractions for the ultimate excursion!
| WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo Guided Tour & SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Guided Tour | $38 |
| WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo (self-guided) + 1 other attraction (self-guided) | $20 |
| Guided School Excursion Tour at WILD LIFE Sydney + 1 other attraction (self-guided) | $32 |
| WILD LIFE Sydney (self-guided) + 2 attractions | $30 |
| Guided School Excursion Tour at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo + 2 other attractions (self-guided) | $38 |
For the best value, we recommend combining your excursion to WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo with another attraction.
The best bit? Combination bookings can be shared amongst your classes. Book multiple excursions for different dates, and other classes at your school can benefit from the reduced combination rates.
Booking numbers for all excursions included in a combination booking must be committed to at the time of booking in order to receive the discounted price. Our education team will book your date for your first attraction and will then take you through the process of booking the date and time for your additional attractions online.
The other attractions we offer in combination excursions with are:
- SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium (next door to WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo)
- Madame Tussauds Sydney (next door to WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo)
- Sydney Tower Eye (10-minute walk from WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo)
Check Out Our Learning Resources
Planning an excursion to teach your students all about habitats, adaptations, lifecycles or conservation? Score a fun day out this school year with our self-guided excursion resources!
We have created four brand-new resources that provide you with all pre and post-excursion activities, as well as detailed knowledge and interesting facts about the various zones and animals within our attraction.
Learning Resources
Resources
Prep & Kindergarten: Habitat - The Australian Bush
Year 3 - 4: Food Webs & Life Cycles
Year 3 - 6: Adaptations & Classifications
Foundation - Year 6: Conservation
WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo themed activities for the classroom!
Maze and Word Search Aussie Big 5 Dot-to-Dot
WILD LIFE Cube Activity WILD LIFE Word Search
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Remember: You can also combine your visit to WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo with SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, Sydney Tower Eye and Madame Tussauds Sydney and make great savings for your own or other classes at your school.
Excursion Booking Form
