Elephantasia is Australia’s LARGEST Asian Elephant facility. Created in 2006 for Australia Zoo’s beautiful girls Siam, Sabu and Bimbo, this Asian-themed exhibit draws huge crowds for its FREE afternoon elephant feeding sessions every day. Elephantasia features a huge, deep pool with a fountain for the girls to splash around in, a giant statue of Ganesh, the Hindu elephant god, lush gardens, toys and shaded areas for the elephants, a shaded viewing area for guests and plenty of space.

This incredible work of art was originally conceived by Steve Irwin and developed with his best mate and Australia Zoo Director Wes Mannion. Steve fell in love with Siam, Sabu and Bimbo as soon as they arrived at Australia Zoo in 2003, and although the girls and their owner, Brenton Bullen, were originally only going to be our guests for the summer holidays, Steve decided to bring them back for the next school holidays… and the next… until finally it was arranged that Australia Zoo would become the permanent home of these beautiful Asian Elephants.

Of course, being Australia Zoo, only the very best home would suffice. Steve envisioned an Asian-themed haven to complement the then newly constructed Tiger Temple, which would be situated right next door to Elephantasia. The enclosure must be spacious, aesthetically impressive and authentic, but most of all allow his “gorgeous girls” to live in absolute luxury and happiness for the rest of their lives.

Through the brilliant and innovative planning of Steve and Wes and the incredible work of our resident artist Cameron and one heck of a construction team lead by Stuart, Elephantasia has been brought to life and is now on display for everyone to enjoy. You will be amazed by this beautiful home to our three Asian Elephants. Come and see it for yourself!