Baby Animals, Boomerangs and BBQ Lunch

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Sydney, Australia

7 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

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5.0

· Karen_L ·

May 2026

The quintessential Australian experience for outsiders: feed kangaroos, snap a pic with koalas, see other exotic Australian creatures. Then enjoy a grilled lunch, sample some Australian wines, and learn how to throw a boomerang.

· Melanie_M ·

Apr 2026

This was an absolutely perfect activity! The small group size was nice and made us feel extra special. We learned so much about the animals and they also provided fantastic pictures of our adventure including our time with Albert the koala and kangaroos. An added bonus was incredible food and wine. I highly recommend this tour!

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Overview

While the Australian Reptile Park is a great place to go to see Australian wildlife—and not just reptiles—its distance from Sydney makes visiting tricky without your own vehicle. Fortunately, this small-group tour from Sydney serves as an easy, hassle-free alternative. Visit the park to see koalas, kangaroos, and more, participate in a boomerang-throwing lesson, and experience a genuine Australian BBQ.

Let someone else handle driving from Sydney to the Australian Reptile Park
Entry to the park and animal experiences included make visiting a breeze
Keep your energy up with complimentary lunch, snacks, and drinks
A small group size ensures a more intimate experience than larger groups

What's Included

Australian BBQ Lunch - All You Can Eat
Bottled Waters All Day
Air-Conditioned Vehicle
Boomerangs
A Photo Gallery Of The Day (you with a koala + kangaroos)
Small Cheese Platter
Bus Snacks - Packets Of Crisps
Your Ticket & Entry To Australian Reptile Park (RRP $49.99 adult and $31.99 children)
Your Ticket & Entry To Koala Meeting Experience (RRP $90pp)
Your Bag Of Kangaroo Food
Your Map Of The Park (but I will show everyone around)
Transportation, Petrol, Road Tolls
Morning Coffee Or Tea, At Meeting Location
If Raining, Poncho's Will Be Provided
You Won't Have To Spend A Dollar

Children under 4 years old
Any Personal Expenses

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Ovolo Sydney, Woolloomooloo
4/6 Cowper Wharf Roadway, Woolloomooloo NSW 2011, Australia
We will be waiting for you at 8:30AM at "Bar Woolloomooloo", which is inside Ovolo Hotel, in Woolloomooloo. 6 Cowper Wharf Roadway.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Australian Reptile Park

4 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Australian Reptile Park

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Australian Reptile Park

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Australian Reptile Park

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Australian Reptile Park

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate

No children under 4 years old, sorry
Cannot accommodate children under 4 years old, sorry
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

JaBaris_S

Sean delivered an outstanding experience from start to finish. This was thoughtful, personal, and perfectly paced—never rushed, never scripted. You can tell immediately that he genuinely cares about what he does and about the people he hosts. What stood out most was how intentional everything felt. From the insights he shared to the way he engaged with us throughout the day, it felt less like a tour and more like spending time with someone who truly loves their city and wants you to experience it properly. Choosing a small local business over a large tour company made all the difference. If you’re looking for an authentic, high-quality experience led by someone who is knowledgeable, warm, and deeply invested in creating a 5-star day, Sean is it. I’d recommend this experience without hesitation.

Reviews

5.0

based on 61 reviews

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Fabulous tour with Sean

Nancy_L, Jun 2026

This was everything we hoped for and so much more! Sean really knows the area and is so knowledgeable! Sean is a genuinely nice person and accommodated our eating needs (the bbq was delicious and plentiful). He even showed us how to throw a boomerang!🪃 While visiting the Australian Reptile Park, he introduced us to koalas, kangaroos and other reptiles, then gave us ample time to explore on our own. He took lots of photos and airdropped them to us at the end of the day. We will be back in the Sydney area and will definitely make plans to explore more with Sean!

Best time with Koalas!

Sarah_G, May 2026

Great time! Time spent with the animals, Kangaroos, Koalas, etc was perfect not rushed. Photos were great, guides took and shared them. Food spread was outstanding!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you Sarah. Tristan and I had a great time hanging out with you guys! We're so glad you enjoyed the free photo gallery! Our BBQ lunch is indeed something we pride ourselves on too. So happy we both got to co-host you. Please reach out if you're ever back in Sydney! Sean & Tristan

Quintessential Australian Experience

Karen_L, May 2026

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Well that just sums it up! Hahaha thank you Karen! To be the quintessential Australian experience, while keeping things authentic, donating to an animal charity, getting intimate with a koala and kangaroos, throwing boomerangs, avoiding clichés, and cooking a massive all-you-can-eat lunch... that is always our goal! So happy you enjoyed the Aussie wines with lunch as well. We make a lot of delicious wine over here. Always fun to show it off! Thank you so much for booking in and trusting us with your animals day! <3 Sean & Tristan

Fantastic tour

Kimberly_B, May 2026

Sean & Tristan were fantastic! I highly recommend this tour. The guides are fun, passionate, knowledgeable and kind!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Kimberly you're too kind. We do our best to share the beautiful animals, stories, flavours and VIP access that we have. We're so lucky to be born in this country and can't help sharing everything about it. So grateful that you chose to book in! Let us know if you ever get back to Sydney. We should have some amazing new experiences in the future. Sean & Tristan

Sean:...

Sharon_D, Apr 2026

Sean: * sent personalized messages & updates before meeting, * shared useful/detailed information about the Park and animals throughout the day, * respected everyone's privacy by not insisting on group messages/group photo [Sean provided each of us with photos & videos of ourselves with the animals + allowed use of his hotspot to download them on our devices], * brought/prepared an amazing variety of food along with wine to suit individual preferences (Sean checked with us beforehand), and * ensured everyone felt seen/included by prompting individual and group conversations [there were 6 of us and he mentioned capping numbers at 9/10]

Response from Host, May 2026

Sharon you were an absolute delight to meet. I've never met anyone to caring and attentive. So engaged and friendly. Your very presence brought the atmosphere into such a vibe for everyone to open up and share stories about their lives :) Thank you for mentioning that the groups a small. Maximum 10, but usually less than that. I think intimate and educational are the main things I want on this Experience. I'm glad you enjoyed the food and dietary requirements - I truly care that everyone can eat what they personally enjoy. Please touch bases if you're ever in Sydney again <3 Sean

Best day of our Sydney stay!

Melanie_M, Apr 2026

Response from Host, May 2026

Thanks Melanie you absolute angel! Never forget Albert the Koala! The most calm and friendly of all. Hahaha! I'm so glad you got to meet and pet him. The photos ended up looking very nice didn't they! So grateful you booked in. So happy you trusted this (fairly) new Experience., with less than 100 reviews. I truly put my heart and soul into it. Keeping it relaxed and focussing on the ethical charity driven projects of Tim Faulkner and The Australian Reptile Park. With special mention to the charity Aussie Ark. Five stars for them as well!

Koalas, kangaroos, and an amazing time for the whole family!

Missy_N, Apr 2026

Absolutely recommend! Our family with kids ages 7, 10, 13 all loved this. Sean was an amazing host and the lunch was gourmet. We got to pet koalas and kangaroos, which may be the highlight of our time in Australia. Wonderful experience!!

Response from Host, May 2026

Missy it was a dream to have you and your family onboard. I'm always proud of my gourmet lunches! True Aussie Barbecue (maybe a little excessive) lol. Thank you for saying this Experience was the highlight of your time in Australia. That means the world to me! Petting Koalas and Kangaroos, in an ethical way, is hard to find! Sorry it took me over a month to respond! I truly hope to see you and your family again one day :)

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Michele_D, Mar 2026

Sean is an incredible host to have by your side, full Aussie experience with him! Friendly, personable! This is the best way to meet the Koalas and kangaroos!!

Response from Host, May 2026

Cheers Michele! I owe a lot of my success to The Australian Reptile Park and the charity Aussie Ark. The staff, the care, the kindness, the VIP access, the main man Tim Faulkner - who facilitates all our special interactions with the animals. I agree with you - it's the absolute best way to meet a Koala and Kangaroo while visiting Sydney! The perfect length day trip :)

great tour

Mike_S, Mar 2026

Hanging out with the Koalas and kangaroos was amazing. Sean did a great job of getting us behind the scenes. Lunch was amazing.

Response from Host, May 2026

Mike - thank you! Your review being in my first 100 reviews ever, on this site, means so much to me. I'm so happy you enjoyed getting behind the scenes with some VIP access to a koala. Reach out if you're ever back in Sydney. It was an honour to host you.

All Time Amazing Adventure!

DITRAVEL, Feb 2026

It was a MOST EXCELLENT excursion from start to finish!! Sean,our guide, is extremely knowledgeable & obviously passionate about Australia's wildlife preservation . He gave us an in depth look at the past, present & future of not only the wildlife within the preserve, but also the goals of Australia as a whole, towards its conservation & preservation of the ecosystem. We interacted with koalas & kangaroos, observed Kimoto Dragons, Dingos ,bats, snakes & spiders then were treated to an over the top luncheon that included choices of 6-7 wine varieties, cheeses, followed by grilled chicken, shrimp, salmon, burgers, and veggies - ALL PREPARED BY SEAN! And for dessert, we all tried our hand wth boomerangs!!

Amazing Tour

norman_s, Feb 2026

Sean is an amazing tour guide. We learned so much about Australia’s animals. The lunch Sean prepared was so delicious too!!

Best Tour Ever!

DON_B, Feb 2026

Sean went above and beyond making this a memory of a lifetime. He was the best tour operator we have ever had. We have traveled all around the world and Sean is “The Man”. Everyone in our small group felt the same too. He was knowledgeable, experienced, professional and personal. I highly recommend this tour.

Great time with lots of animal encounters

holly_s, Feb 2026

We had a fantastic day with Sean. Started out with a nice coffee break with history of how the tour came about and information about what the reptile park is all about. Everything was very organized- never felt rushed. We stared with a private meeting with Albert the Koala and then toured the park learning the history of all the animals. We pet an emu. Fed kangaroos and saw a crocodile feeding. Then we had an amazing wine and cheese board followed by an Aussie bbq lunch. We learnt how to throw boomerangs before heading back to Sydney. Highly recommend this tour!

Animals and reptiles plus lunch

John_K, Jan 2026

We give this 5stars plus. Up close and personal with kangaroo and Koalas. You touch and weed. Plus see Australia replies. The lunch afterwards is 5star. Wine, cheese, chicken, shrimp, salmon, hamburgers all cooked to perfection. Highly recommended. The tour host is low key and very informative.

Not to be missed if you want the full Aussie experience

Judith_H, Jan 2026

If we could give this trip 6 stars we would . From the minute we booked this tour from the U.K. Sean kept in touch with us , checking any special food requirements we had etc . Sean has all the knowledge , so friendly but professional , always making sure everyone on the small party of us were looked after . Cooked up a delicious BBQ feast and it really was a feast . We met kangaroos , fed them . Met the koalas , photos are almost surreal . Finally the boomerang throwing so much fun . We absolutely cannot recommend this trip highly enough . Any other now would take some beating You have made my daughter so happy to finally meet her koalas and kangaroos . Way above her expectations of actually being able to touch them up close and personal . Thank you so so much If we ever come back to Sydney this would definately be our first go to

This experience is a must-do!

Allison_M, Jan 2026

Sean was an incredible host! He knew so much about everything we did, the vibe was super chill, and the whole day was so much fun. The lunch/wine and cheese was such a nice, relaxing experience and we really enjoyed the casual chat with our fellow tour group. This was hands down the best tour we took on our three week trip to Australia.

Sean was awesome. Very...

Mario_G, Jan 2026

Sean was awesome. Very personable. The experience with the koalas and kangaroos was beyond our expectations. Our granddaughters were determined to catch the boomerang, sadly missed, but the whole group had the best day

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An unforgettable, truly local experience

JaBaris_S, Jan 2026

Perfect!

Teri_M, Jan 2026

I have traveled the world, this was the best tour guide ever!!! Thank you for a lifetime memory!! Highly recommend!

Best. Tour. Ever!!

Robyn_F, Jan 2026

From the moment Sean contacted us ahead of time to confirm our booking and wine/drink preferences, as well as detailed meet-up instructions, we knew this tour would be something special. Sean did not disappoint. After meeting up for a quick morning coffee/tea in a quaint hotel, our small group of 5 tourists set off with Sean to the Australian Reptile Park. Along the way, Sean gave us the history of the park and its founder’s focus on animal conservation. Upon arrival to the park, Sean got us checked in, handed out our Kangaroo food, and took us for our koala encounter. Sean took loads of pictures, which he shared with us all, before we moved on to feed the free-roaming kangaroos. From there, we visited a few more native animal enclosures, and finally made our way to see the baby koalas, one of the many highlights of the day. The BBQ lunch was freshly prepared in the picnic area, with Chef Sean grilling up a feast. We sipped our wine and enjoyed getting to know the others in our small group. To end the day, we drove to an open area where we all took a turn at boomerang throwing. This was by far the best tour we have ever experienced. Sean’s enthusiasm for the animals was as if he was experiencing everything for the first time. His passion for conservation mixed with his gift of hospitality, makes this a tour not to be missed.

Great day with koalas and kangaroos!

Briker22, Jan 2026

My family really enjoyed this tour. I was hesitant to book due to the price for a family of four, but realized that with all of the items included, it's a great deal! We decided to skip Taronga Zoo as we had limited time and this tour included both a koala encounter and kangaroo encounter with lunch and transportation. We really enjoyed meeting Albert the koala!! Lunch was a fantastic BBQ with so much food -- wine, cheese, burgers, chicken, shrimp, etc! The boomerang lesson was really fun even if none of us actually had a boomerang return :) I'm not usually a fan of tours so only look for small tours. This had just three families so it was enjoyable as it was not a large group and we had fun meeting the others. Sean and his girlfriend Celine were great hosts and alot of fun to meet and chat with. I also appreciated that Sean took pictures of the family and airdropped them right away to us. It's nice to have some full family photos of our fun experiences.

Great day with baby animals, BBQ and new friends

Donna_H, Dec 2025

I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Sydney. Sean was outstanding, starting well before our family even arrived in Australia. He reached out in advance to learn our drink preferences and any dietary restrictions, which made us feel truly looked after. From the moment we met at the meeting point, the atmosphere felt like getting together with a group of new friends rather than joining a tour. The interaction with the animals was wonderful. As someone who is afraid of all animals, Sean encouragement and gentle reassurance gave me the confidence to touch a koala-something I never imagined I would do. The Aussie BBQ that Sean created was excellent, but it was the warm, communal atmosphere that truly made this experience stand out.

We had an amazing time...

Jeffrey_H, Dec 2025

We had an amazing time with Sean as our host! We got to pet Koalas, Kangaroos, and other animals. We caught the best moments since it was a cooler day. Sean provided and cooked an AYCE lunch which included wine, cheese, and all of the meats you could ever want to eat. Sean was also very knowledgeable, explaining the different animals in the park and giving us lessons on how to throw boomerangs. I would highly recommend this experience.

Babies, BBQ and Boomerangs!

Susan_B, Dec 2025

This was an outstanding excursion led by an amazing host Sean! We got up close with a koala and kangaroos and saw so many of Australia’s animals all in an ethical and conservational manner. Sean served us a beautiful cheese board and a selection of wines whilst he cooked a delicious all you can eat lunch for us. We even tried throwing boomerangs after lunch. All in all an amazing, fun and educational day! I can’t recommend this tour highly enough- you will love it!!

A wonderful travel experience that allows you to get up close to the animals

Dominik_B, Dec 2025

The trip was a lot of fun and perfectly organized by Sean. We were a small group, which made the experience much more personal, and he shared a lot of valuable information along the way. Sean also took great photos of us and the animals, which was a big plus. Everything ran smoothly from start to finish. I can highly recommend Vivator and would book another tour with Sean anytime.

Australian Reptile Park

Brad_M, Dec 2025

This was an awesome booking. Sean was a fantastic tour guide with the team from the park. He went above and beyond our expectations. The charcuterie board, barbecue paired with wine was exceptional. Burgers chicken and seafood with pictures memories downloading to all our phones after our initial tour was a bonus. Definitely would recommend this tour. Thanks Sean!!!

Amazing experience for animal lovers

AnastasiaKhmelevskay, Oct 2025

The Australian Reptile Park has been on the top of my bucket list for my first visit to Australia, but it’s almost impossible to get there from Sydney without a car. So glad I found out about this tour - not only was it a perfect way to visit the park, but also the whole day was just so special. We had a lovely small group and the whole experience felt very friendly and intimate, relaxed and not rushed. Sean has planned the whole day perfectly, we got to meet a koala, feed kangaroos and see all the other animals and attend fun and informative talks presented by the park keepers. I really appreciated all the conservation efforts done by the park, as well as their anti-venom program that has saved thousands of lives. The bbq lunch with wine was definitely a highlight, Sean has prepared an amazing selection of food, and made sure that everyone’s dietary restrictions and preferences were catered to. The boomerang throwing was fun and educational. Overall an amazing day! I definitely recommend this to any animal lover. Huge thanks to Sean for making my first day in Australia unforgettable.

Absolutely Worthwhile Excursion!

Jeff_R, Oct 2025

This excursion was a top highlight of our first trip to Singapore, Bali and Australia! Sean was top notch guide/host/chef who provided meaningful information about Australian wildlife, culture, politics, food etc., etc. His relationship with the reptile park provided us with one on one time with Koalas, kangaroos and he prepared us as good a lunch (with wine😀) as I had the entire week in Sydney. He is extremely personable, knowledgeable and very attentive to making our experience the best it could be. If you are looking for a half day excursion that gives you an authentic Australian wildlife experience with a guide who is a true professional, this tour is it. Worth every penny and I would highly recommend!

Best day in Sydney

Sharon_G, Oct 2025

We had an absolutely amazing day with Sean, our guide today - a truly nice guy who is very knowledgeable & is passionate about the animals we saw & the charity it supports ❤️ You should not hesitate to book into this tour it was a fantastic day petting & feeding Koalas & Kangaroos & eating wonderful food also prepared by Sean - a definite must if you’re in Sydney 😀

Awesome tour if you love animals

Jill_V, Oct 2025

Sean went above and beyond what I had hoped for with this tour. He was so genuine & kind - you can tell he puts his heart into every tour. He gave us a lot of information about the animals and allowed us to spend so much time with the Kangaroos & Koalas. The pictures and videos he took throughout the day are amazing! Lunch was so delicious- a real treat. After lunch we had a session to learn how to throw a boomerang- let’s just say everyone else on the tour were better athletes than me. LOL. If you are interested in this tour- do yourself a favor and book it today. It has been a highlight of my trip to Sydney!!!

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