Cheetah Walk at National Zoo and Aquarium Canberra
Difficulty
easy
Duration
30 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires ability to walk on uneven natural terrain for a short distance.
Overview
Get up close to Solo, a rare single-birth cheetah, on a 30-minute walk with keepers at the National Zoo and Aquarium Canberra. This exclusive experience combines wildlife enrichment with breathtaking views.
Cheetah Walk
Age 14+ • Height 1.5m • 30 Minutes • Walk with a cheetah! • Booking Is Essential
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About This Adventure
Join Solo the cheetah and his keepers on a unique 30-minute enrichment walk through a secluded area of the National Zoo and Aquarium. Experience the thrill of being close to this rare single-birth cheetah while enjoying breathtaking views from Solo’s lookout. Bring your sense of adventure and comfy shoes!
Accompany Solo and his keepers on their daily enrichment walk through an off-display section of the National Zoo and Aquarium!
Duration
30 Minutes
About
As part of their enrichment, a number of our cheetahs are taken on a regular walk in the undeveloped area of the zoo. On some of these walks, we have guests accompany them. You can join Solo on his walk and keepers will take you to enjoy the view from Solo’s lookout. Solo was a rare single-birth Cheetah, born right here at the National Zoo and Aquarium!
More info
Due to the nature of these encounters, please read our terms and conditions before booking The Complete Cheetah Experience.
Zoo entry included
What to bring
A sense of adventure and comfy walking shoes!
Adventure Tips
Wear comfortable walking shoes
The walk covers natural terrain in a secluded zoo area, so sturdy, comfortable footwear is recommended.
Booking is essential
Reservations are required due to limited group sizes for safety and quality of experience.
Follow keeper instructions
Keepers provide necessary guidance to ensure a safe and respectful interaction with Solo the cheetah.
Bring a camera with zoom
Capture Solo and the scenic lookout without disturbing the animal by using zoom lenses.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Solo the cheetah
- Native Australian birds found near the lookout
History
Solo is notably the zoo’s rare single-birth cheetah, marking an important conservation milestone within the Australian captive breeding program.
Conservation
The National Zoo and Aquarium Canberra actively participates in species preservation and animal enrichment, ensuring animal welfare and public education go hand in hand.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive shoes help navigate natural pathways comfortably during the walk.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated, especially on warm days while walking outdoors.
summer specific
Light rain jacket
Protect yourself from unpredictable spring showers during the walk.
spring specific
Camera with zoom lens
Capture clear photos of Solo and the landscape without disturbing the cheetah.