Are Sydney Wildlife Tours Wheelchair Accessible?

Yes, many Sydney wildlife tours are wheelchair accessible, including ours. On a private wildlife tour, we customise the day so everyone can join: koala pats, sitting with kangaroos, bush trails, coastal boardwalks, even wineries if you fancy a drop. No need to sit it out while everyone else is off with the roos — we make sure the adventure rolls with you.

Short version? Whether you’re in sneakers, you've got grandma’s knees, or a moon boot, you’re welcome.

Why Accessibility Matters on Wildlife Tours

A lot of big bus tours don’t think about accessibility, they’re built for speed, not comfort. But wildlife isn’t meant to be rushed. It’s about pausing, looking, listening, and being part of the bush. That’s why our tours move at your pace.

I’ve had travellers in wheelchairs and with all sorts of mobility needs, and the bush has opened its arms to them all.

Wheelchair Accessible Sydney Wildlife Tours: What to Expect

• Wildlife Parks: Both The Australian Reptile Park and Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park are wheelchair-friendly. Ramps, smooth paths, and staff who know how to help make meeting the koalas and kangaroos easy. Many of our tours also visit Walkabout Wildlife Sanctuary, where you can roll right up to the main attractions. Koalas, kangaroos, and even the daily kangaroo feeding, all fully accessible by wheelchair.
  

• Bushland & Lookouts: Sydney has hidden trails and lookouts with flat or paved access, perfect for rolling right up to the view without a rock-climbing expedition.

• Lunch Stops: Cafés and wineries we visit have accessible seating and bathrooms (because everyone deserves a decent glass of wine or coffee mid-tour).

Why Choose a Private Accessible Tour

Here’s the difference:

• Custom pace: we plan around your needs, not a timetable.

• Flexible itinerary: want more time with the kangaroos? Easy. Need breaks? No problem.

• No stairs, no stress: I’ll pick routes that avoid goat tracks and endless steps.

• Door-to-door service: hotel pickup and drop-off means you don’t wrestle public transport.

  
  

In other words, you’re not squeezed into a bus and rushed through the day — you get an experience designed for you.

Tips for Accessible Wildlife Adventures

• Book private: public group tours often don’t account for mobility needs.

• Let us know early: the more I know about your mobility needs, the better I can plan.

• Bring what you need: sun protection, water, and any mobility aids.

• Ask about options: we can swap bush walks for accessible lookouts or add in a winery stop if that suits better.

• Extra help available: I can bring along a wheelchair and a step to help you into the vehicle — just let me know beforehand.

  
  

FAQ

Are Sydney wildlife tours wheelchair accessible?

Yes. On our private tours, we make sure the entire day is accessible, from wildlife parks to lookouts and lunch stops.

Can I pat a koala in a wheelchair? Absolutely. Wildlife parks like Walkabout Wildlife Sanctuary, the Australian Reptile Park and Featherdale have accessible enclosures where you can safely pat a koala.

Can you see kangaroos in the bush if you can’t walk far? Yes. There are spots where kangaroos gather in clearings right near accessible paths.

What if I’m travelling with someone using a mobility scooter or walker? That’s fine. We adjust the itinerary to suit — whether that’s smoother paths, more rest stops, or accessible cafés.

Roll Into the Wild

Wildlife tours should be for everyone — not just those who can bound up a trail like a kangaroo. That’s why our Nature & Wildlife: Australia in One Day – Private Tour is built to include all abilities.

👉 Plan Your Accessible Wildlife Adventure Today — sneakers, wheelchairs, or moon boots, everyone’s welcome.