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Wildlife Habitat
Best time to visit
Mornings are ideal for active animal interactions before it gets hot, and weekdays offer a calmer atmosphere to enjoy feeding sessions.
Budget tips
Tickets are modestly priced with family packages available; visit on weekdays to avoid crowds and get the most interactive experience. Consider combining with other local attractions for discount passes.
Recommended for
Families, Nature lovers, Photographers, Animal enthusiasts
Plan your visit
2-3 hours
About
Quick facts: This wildlife sanctuary allows close encounters with over 150 species of animals and birds, many native to the Australian tropics. Visitors can feed free-flying birds and hold friendly pythons in specially designed enclosures.
Highlights: Visitors can hand-feed colorful lorikeets in an open aviary, ensuring a splash of vibrant feathers and playful pecks right up close. The nocturnal house offers a rare chance to see sleepy critters like sugar gliders and tree frogs in a carefully simulated night environment.
Insider tips
- Wear comfortable shoes and lightweight clothing, as it can get warm walking around the habitats.
- Bring a camera or smartphone for vibrant photos of birds mid-flight and close-ups of unique animals.
- Visit the lorikeet feeding sessions early when birds are most active and hungry.
- Avoid weekends and school holidays to bypass crowds and have intimate animal encounters.
Have you heard of free walking tours?
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Free walking tours. Yes, actually free. No credit card needed. No catch.
Local guide, 2-3 hours
Major sights, hidden gems, local stories
100% tip-based
Guides earn only tips, so they give their absolute best
You tip what feels right
At the end, just tip whatever you feel is right
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