Darling Downs Zoo

Darling Downs Zoo is a family-owned zoo located at Pilton, about 40 kilometres south of Toowoomba in Queensland's Darling Downs. Established in 2005, it houses a diverse collection of African and Australian animals including lions, white lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, monkeys and reptiles. Notable for its close-up encounters, breeding programs and spacious bushland setting, it offers guided tours, keeper talks and interactive feeding experiences for visitors.

Visitors can expect a bushland zoo with open enclosures and walk-through areas housing African lions, white lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, meerkats, monkeys, lemurs, reptiles and Australian natives. The site has gravel and grass paths, shaded picnic areas, a cafe and gift shop. Experiences include self-guided walks, keeper talks, guided tours and pre-booked close encounters such as giraffe feeding and meerkat encounters.

Established in 2005 by Steve and Stephanie Robinson as a private animal collection that expanded into Queensland's largest family-owned zoo. Developed to house exotic African species and support conservation breeding and education programs.