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Australian Fauna for Travellers

Are you travelling to Australia?

If you are lucky, you will be able to see many Australian animals in the wild. If you visit any of Australia's National parks, you will be sure to see a diverse range of wildlife. If you aren't so lucky to see much wildlife, or just wish to visit wildlife sanctuaries as well - then you can check our list of worthwhile places to visit:

Victoria - New South Wales - Queensland - Tasmania - South Australia - Northern Territory - Western Australia

VICTORIA - Leading Wildlife Parks or Sanctuaries

Healesville Sanctuary - http://www.zoo.org.au/

Badger Creek Rd, Healesville. Victoria. 3777. Phone: (03) 5957 2800

Brief: A path weaves through the Sanctuary taking you through large habitat areas where wildlife can be seen in their natural environment. Encounter colourful birds, stroll amongst the kangaroos, meet an Emu on the path, hear dingoes howl and watch the flight and hunting skills of magnificent birds of prey. 

Victoria's Open Range Zoo at Werribee - http://www.zoo.org.au/

K Rd, Werribee. Victoria. 3030. Phone: (03) 9731 9600

Brief: A visit to Victoria's Open Range Zoo is truly a great adventure. It is a unique way to immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and smells of the savanna, just thirty minutes from Melbourne along the Princess Fwy. Experience a unique wildlife safari at Victoria's Open Range Zoo.

Melbourne Zoo - http://www.zoo.org.au/

Elliott Ave, Parkville. Victoria. 3052. Phone: (03) 9285 9300

Brief: More than 350 animal species from Australia and around the world are on view just 4 km from the centre of Melbourne, in a botanic garden setting of 55 acres / 22 hectares.

Ballarat Wildlife & Reptile Park - http://www.wildlifepark.com.au/

Cnr Fussell & York Sts, Ballarat. Victoria. 3350. Phone: (03) 5333 5933

Brief: Koalas,Wombats,Saltwater and Freshwater Crocodiles,Tasmanian Devils,Goannas,Giant Tortoises,Wedge-tailed Eagles,venomous and non venomous Snakes,Wallabies,free-range Kangaroos,Emus. Our collection has been carefully planed to guarantee an exciting and rewarding experience with all the best known and loved Australian native wildlife in natural surroundings. Set in 16 acres of beautiful peppermint gum woodland, you can experience close contact with koalas, kangaroos, emus and other native animals in an atmosphere
of contentment and tranquillity.

NEW SOUTH WALES - Leading Wildlife Parks or Sanctuaries

Featherdale Wildlife Park - http://www.featherdale.com.au/

Brief: Want to see Australia's unique wildlife in a natural bush setting? At Featherdale, we've gone out of our way to create a unique wildlife experience… within the Sydney metropolitan area! You can hand feed a kangaroo, wallaby or emu - or enjoy a face-to-face encounter with one of our friendly koalas - amongst one of Australia's largest private collections of Australian native animals and bird life.

Sydney Aquarium - http://www.sydneyaquarium.com.au/

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Taronga Zoo - http://www.zoo.nsw.gov.au/

Brief: Taronga is believed to be an Aboriginal word meaning 'water view' and Taronga Zoo certainly boasts one of the best water views in the World. The Zoo was opened in 1916 and millions of people have enjoyed its wonderful animals and grounds.

QUEENSLAND - Leading Wildlife Parks or Sanctuaries

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary - http://www.currumbin-sanctuary.org.au

Brief: The Sanctuary is an oasis, located in the centre of Australia's popular holiday destination, the Gold Coast. With over 27 hectares of landscaped surrounds and bushland catering for over 1400 mammals, birds and reptiles, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary offers a unique natural experience

SOUTH AUSTRALIA - Leading Wildlife Parks or Sanctuaries

Adelaide Hills Wilderness Lodge - http://www.adelaidewilderness.com.au

Absolutely authentic Australian wilderness experience - 30 minutes from an international airport. A local expert conducts your hands-on endangered species wildlife sanctuary tour. Meet magnificent, tame birds from stunning parrots perching on hands to a variety of eagles, and marsupials - from tiny bettongs to kangaroos and Australia’s cat-like spotted quoll. Stay for dinner or overnight and wake up laughing with the kookaburras. Specialising in large groups and quality environmental education. For a wedding with a difference, we can arrange for an owl to be your Ring Bearer, or a beautiful forested venue with all weather reception and ceremony areas.

Bookings essential
Ph 08 8388 5588
Fax 08 8388 5556

NORTHERN TERRITORY - Leading Wildlife Parks or Sanctuaries

Territory Wildlife Park - http://www.territorywildlifepark.com.au 

Brief: Operated by the Parks and Wildlife Commission of the Northern Territory, this Park demonstrates the relationships that exist out in the wild, between the unique native plants and animals of the region. It offers an amazing and unparalleled insight into the diversity of tropical Australia and should definitely be your first stop during any visit to the Top End.

WESTERN AUSTRALIA - Leading Wildlife Parks or Sanctuaries

Cohunu Koala Park - http://www.cohunu.com.au/

Brief: Cohunu Koala Park is located on sixteen hectares of natural Australian bush land just 35 minutes from the city of Perth in Western Australia. Uniquely situated at the top of the Darling Range offering panoramic views of the beautiful city of Perth. Come and make friends with some of the unique Australian fauna living in the Park. Stroll the bush tracks and pathways. Hand feed many of the free roaming animals. See wombats, talking parrots, dingoes, kangaroos, emus, deer and koalas just to name a few. Take a breathtaking walk through the giant bird aviary and hand feed over 20 species of native birds.