A Hands On Experience. Hand feed & pet animals. Hold a snake, tickle a ferret, pat a fox... Walk-in bird aviary. Free BBQs. Open 7 days.
Peel Zoo
Peel Zoo is a boutique, hands-on zoo, in a lush setting on the banks of the Murray River. Being nestled into a fertile wetland means our surroundings are naturally impressive. Apart from a location worthy of envy, what makes Peel Zoo different from other zoos is our desire to ensure visitors get a ‘hands on experience’. That means, at Peel Zoo you can get up close and personal with over 150 different species of animals.
The Peel Zoo Experience
Peel Zoo provides a truly amazing experience for children of all ages. We encourage people to hand feed the kangaroos, wallabies, emus, deer… Hold a snake, pat a fox, tickle a ferret… Relax in the shade and enjoy our FREE BBQ facilities. Peel Zoo is so tranquil, it's actually therapeutic.
More Than Just A Zoo
Peel Zoo is a fantastic location for children’s parties, school camps, and group excursions. We can even come to you, if that suits. It’s a pleasure to provide children with opportunities they might otherwise never experience.
About Peel Zoo
Peel Zoo is a privately funded zoo and wildlife sanctuary. Our goal is to be the best boutique zoo in Australia. We strive to achieve this by making sure everyone who visits us has a unique and personal experience. Visiting Peel Zoo is a bit like visiting one of your own family, who just happens to have hundreds of pets.
Breeding animals is a key concern for us. And, in that regard, our Tasmanian Devil breeding program is of vital importance. This species is endangered in the wild because of an in incurable facial tumor disease. We hope our efforts contribute to the long term future of the Tassie Devil. This year we bred 11 joeys, which makes us the most successful breeders in Australia.
The Difference
The difference between Peel Zoo and other zoos is the "Hands On Experience" you'll get when you visit us. We offer more than just walking past enclosures. When you come to Peel Zoo, our awesome team of Volunteers will ensure you have a great time, every time. If you want to hold a Stimsons Python; no problem. If you don't want to, but your 4 year old son, who knows no fear does, we can help with that too. Maybe a ferret is more to your liking. Or a koala… We'll do our best to help you create wonderful memories of your visit here.
It's Not Just Us
We're not the only ones who rave about Peel Zoo. This place does have a profound effect on most people.
"Wow!" Jim, Val & Betty Warnbro, WA
"Great day out for the kids." Kylie Merriden, WA
"Best zoo eva." Lilly Victoria Park, WA
"Better than Perth Zoo." Penni Albany, WA
"Beautiful creatures." Peter Saskatoon, Canada
"Brilliant. Loved it. Fabulous." Ferrie Family Scotland
"Staff really helpful." Jacquelyn Suffolk, England
Peel Zoo Facilities
Peel Zoo is a family friendly wildlife park. Our facilities include plenty of shaded areas to sit and enjoy your morning tea, lunch, or afternoon snack. Make sure you have a look at out BBQ and Picnic pages to see what awaits you on your next visit to Peel Zoo.
Disability Friendly
The tracks through Peel Zoo are all paved. In other words, they are wheel chair and walking frame friendly. What's more, the Zoo is compact and dense with exhibits, so it's very easy to see a lot, in a short space of time. If you're planning a family gathering, make sure you invite the Grandparents. Peel Zoo is a fun and relaxed day out for children of all ages.
Getting Here
Travelling South From Perth
Travelling South down Forrest Highway
Turn left off the Freeway along Pinjarra Road. Drive approximately 7km towards Pinjarra. Turn left into Sutton Street, immediately after the Pinjarra Golf Club. Turn right into Sanctuary Drive, at the second roundabout. The carpark is right in front of you.
Travelling South down South West Highway
Turn right along Pinjarra Road, when you get to the traffic lights in Pinjarra. Drive approximately 2km towards Mandurah. Turn right into Sutton Street, immediately before the Pinjarra Golf Club. Turn right into Sanctuary Drive, at the second roundabout. The carpark is right in front of you.
Travelling North To Perth
Travelling North up Forrest Highway
Turn off the Freeway along Pinjarra Road towards Pinjarra. Drive approximately 7km towards Pinjarra. Turn left into Sutton Street, immediately after the Pinjarra Golf Club. Turn right into Sanctuary Drive, at the second roundabout. The carpark is right in front of you.
Travelling North up South West Highway
Turn left along Pinjarra Road, when you get to the traffic lights in Pinjarra. Drive approximately 2km towards Mandurah. Turn right into Sutton Street, immediately before the Pinjarra Golf Club. Turn right into Sanctuary Drive, at the second roundabout. The carpark is right in front of you.
Zoo2U
Can't make it to the Zoo? Don't worry. We can bring the Zoo to you.
Peel Zoo has a wealth of experience when it comes to presenting interactive, wildlife experiences. In fact, we even have a name for our unique presentations: Zoo2U. Zoo2U delivers a wide range of up close and personal experiences in an equally diverse range of locations.
Below is a list of presentations we can do, but if you can think of something different, just give us a call. We’re happy to work with you to achieve a fun and memorable outcome.
• Schools
• Pre-school, Kindergarten, Childcare Centres
• Vacation Care Programs
• Shopping Centres
• Private Parties
• Corporate Events
• Film & Television
• Customised Events
Peel Zoo For Schools: now that's "edu-tainment"
Peel Zoo takes education very seriously. However, we also think it should be fun. That's why we help schools with what we call "edu-tainment".
Our goal with "edu-tainment" is to support teachers in the delivery of a variety of educational subjects. These subjects might include Research Skills, Science, Animal Care, Ecosystems, Conservation, English, and even the Arts.
Peel Zoo values Education, Animal Care, and Conservation. What's more, we believe the best way to nurture these values in children is to offer them hands on, practical, and very real experiences. This approach really motivates student learning.
The experienced staff at Peel Zoo offer animal based activities that range from observation, animal care, safe animal handling, and facts about each animal and the ecosystem in which they live.
If you’re a teacher, call Narelle or David to ask about how Peel Zoo can enrich the lives of your students today.
School Camps
Peel Zoo is proud to offer you the opportunity of a lifetime. For the first time ever, it’s now possible to sleep-over at the Zoo. Just bring your tent and sleeping bag. We’ll provide the rest. Price does depend upon numbers. So, call us now to secure your booking.
Prices & Times For Peel Zoo
Below are the Admission Prices and Opening Times for Peel Zoo in Pinjarra. To make a Group Booking or organise a themed children's party (Butterfly or Safari), please contact Narelle or David on 08 9531 4322.
Peel Zoo Admission Prices
Adult (16yo+) $18
Child (3-15yo) $9
Australian Senior $13.50
Family (2 adults, 2 children) $48
Peel Zoo Opening Times
Last entry is 1 hour before closing.
Weekdays 10am – 4pm
Weekends 9am – 5pm
Public Holidays 9am – 5pm
School Holidays 9am – 5pm
