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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Currumbin, Gold Coast Area

Admission Costs and Entry Information

07 5534 0803
get.closer@cws.org.au
www.cws.org.au

Description

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is More Australian, More Natural, More Fun!

You can cuddle a koala; experience the wild Lorikeet Feeding, Free-flight Bird Show and Kangaroo Feeding. Aboriginal and Islander didgeridoo and dancers perform in daily shows plus much more including the Green Challenge Adventure Parc, an exhilarating 65 challenge tree-tops ropes course, Wild Island, the fun-filled outdoor adventure playground and interactive science activity zone and the Wildlife Hospital precinct.

There is nothing like holding a koala and feeding the kangaroos!

Property Details

Facilities

  • Access With Assistance for the Disabled
  • Access Without Assistance for the Disabled
  • Cafe
  • Car park
  • First Aid Equipment
  • Guide
  • Lockers
  • Parking for the Disabled
  • Public toilet
  • Shaded Area
  • Sheltered Area
  • Toilet facilities for the Disabled
  • Viewing Platform
  • Visitor Information Centre
  • Walking Tracks

Activities

  • Abseiling
  • Animal Watching
  • Birdwatching
  • Shopping
  • Walking

Other Information

Children:
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is suitable and enjoyable for children of all ages. A children's playground area is provided (for use during day entry only).

Disabled:
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary caters for people with disabilities. There are disabled toilets in the park and ramps provided for park access.

Pets Allowed:
Yes. Pets are not allowed on the property. Guide dogs only.

Further Details:
With hundreds of native Australian animals on display in natural bushland and rainforest surroundings, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary provides a rare opportunity to get closer to our amazing native wildlife. The Sanctuary is an Advanced Eco-Tourism Certified, National Trust of Queensland property which offers a world of discovery through fascinating wildlife shows and displays. You can cuddle a koala; experience the wild Lorikeet Feeding, Free-flight Bird Show, Totally Wild and Snakes Alive Show and Kangaroo Feeding.
Aboriginal and Islander dancers perform in daily shows and tours, plus much more including the Green Challenge, an exhilarating tree-tops ropes course, and Wild Island, the fun-filled outdoor adventure playground and interactive science activity zone.

How To Get There:
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is just five minutes north from the Gold Coast Airport, 10 minutes north of Coolangatta, 20 minutes south of Surfers Paradise and just one hour south of Brisbane via the M1.

Inclusions:
Daily Shows AM 8:00 Lorikeet feeding 9:15 Pelican and eel feeding 9:30 Didgeridoo show 10:00 Crocodile photos 10:30 Totally Wild and Snakes alive 11:10 Echidna talk 11:30 Free-flight Bird show PM 12:45 Dingo talk 1:00 Totally Wild & Snakes alive 1:40 Wombat/Koala talk 2:00 Free-flight Bird show 2:45 Crocodile encounter 3:15 Kangaroo feeding 3:30 Aboriginal and Islander dancers show 4:00 Lorikeet feeding

Pet Information:
Pets not allowed on the property. Guide dogs only.

Tariff Information:
Various discounts have different forms of identification required. Children's tickets are issued to children between the ages of four and 17. Pensioner and students tickets are issued to worldwide card holders, identification is required. Family rates are available, please contact the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary.

Further Details:
Wildnight Adventure
After dark, Currumbin comes alive with activity in the Gold Coast's only barbecue buffet and night-time wildlife tour. Delicious food, traditional culture and Australian animals at their very best. On arrival, the experience begins with a delicious Australian barbecue buffet.
Then take a walk on the wild side and get closer to Australia's native wildlife in a natural environment and experience spellbinding, Aboriginal music, dance and culture, seven nights a week.
You'll meet the koalas and see one of the biggest Saltwater Crocodiles in Australia. Hand feed the mob of friendly kangaroos. See the Tasmanian Devil! In a clearing of Melaleuca trees, discover a fireside Aboriginal corroboree where you'll see traditional dance. The haunting sound of the didgeridoo echoing through the Sanctuary's natural bushland is a truly memorable experience.

Sanctuary Cafe
Local. Fresh. Natural. Come back to Currumbin for the Gold Coast's newest dining experience. Sanctuary Café offers local, fresh food in Currumbin's unique, natural surroundings. There's no entry charge to visit for breakfast and lunch at Sanctuary Café. You'll enjoy the best food and wine from the region as well as wildlife encounters.
Lorikeet Arena
From Saturday, April 4 2009, the Lorikeet Arena opened up for free entry to celebrate Queensland's 150th birthday. Just like the early days of this great Queensland icon, you can feed the lorikeets for a donation. You can also explore the retail outlets and enjoy fresh local produce for breakfast, lunch or dinner at Sanctuary Café - and, if you wish, purchase entry to enjoy a full day at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. The arena precinct will become the centre of a refurbished dining and retail experience, while also providing a venue for free community events and entertainment. The Lorikeets feed at the Sanctuary from 8:00am-9:00am and at 4:00pm-5:00pm each day, just as they did when Alex Griffiths founded the Sanctuary more than 60 years ago. So come back to Currumbin and celebrate with them!

Advanced Eco Certification
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary has become the only major Gold Coast tourist attraction to gain Ecotourism Australia's Advanced Ecotourism Accreditation, with certification for both daytime experiences and for the Wildnight Adventure Tours. The ECO Certification logo is a globally recognized brand which assists travellers to choose and experience a genuine and authentic tour, attraction, cruise or accommodation that is environmentally, socially and economically sustainable.
A National Trust of Queensland property, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is the Gold Coast's leading native wildlife and coastal rainforest experience and home to hundreds of native animals in 27 hectares of natural surroundings. The ECO Certification program assures travellers that certified products are backed by a strong, well managed commitment to sustainable practices and provides high quality nature-based tourism experiences.

Green Challenge Adventure Parc
Presented by Adventure Parc, this exciting treetops ropes course through Currumbin's bushland areas takes elements of commando training and makes them safe, fun and exciting. While retaining the natural, bushland surroundings, the course involves cable ladders, rope bridges and a giant flying fox amongst the massive 65-challenge course launched in September 2009, taking the challenge to a new level!
Pets are not allowed on the property. Guide dogs only.
Various discounts have different forms of identification required. Children's tickets are issued to children between the ages of four and 17. Pensioner and students tickets are issued to worldwide card holders, identification is required. Family rates are available, please contact the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary.


Entry Costs

EntryCostValid From 
Adult$49.00   01 Mar 11 - 31 Mar 12   Experience Pass includes CWS entry, Green Challenge Adventure Parc and Wildlife Hospital precinct
Child
(Aged 0-3)
$0.00   01 Mar 11 - 31 Mar 12    
Child
(Aged 4-14)
$31.00   01 Mar 11 - 31 Mar 12   Experience Pass includes CWS entry, Green Challenge Adventure Parc and Wildlife Hospital precinct
Concession$40.00   01 Mar 11 - 31 Mar 12   Worldwide pensioner and student cards accepted. Identification must be presented on arrival.Experience Pass includes CWS entry, Green Challenge Adventure Parc and Wildlife Hospital precinct.
Family$160.00   01 Apr 11 - 31 Mar 12   Two adults and up to three children.
Student$40.00   01 Apr 11 - 31 Mar 12   Experience Pass includes CWS entry, Green Challenge Adventure Parc and Wildlife Hospital precinct. Student or Backpacker Card must be supplied.

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