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Wildlife Habitat

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    Port Douglas Road
    Port Douglas, Queensland 4877, Australia

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Wildlife Habitat

Experience the awe-inspiring Wildlife Habitat in Port Douglas by immersing yourself in diverse environments and interacting with Australia’s iconic wildlife.

Dine in the Wetlands and enjoy the world-famous Breakfast with the Birds which now also includes koala feeding. Observe numerous native birds in the Woodlands Habitat. Explore the Rainforest Habitat, from the forest floor to the canopy, and marvel at the Southern Cassowary and other captivating creatures.

In the Savannah Habitat, hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies while admiring emus and the Lumholtz’s Tree Kangaroo. Discover after-dark mysteries in the Nocturnal Habitat and encounter elusive species like Striped Possums, Bettongs, and Mahogany Gliders. Witness the might of Estuarine Crocodiles from the grandstand or embark on the unparalleled Swim with The Salties experience in CrocArena where you can swim eye-to-eye with these apex predators in a 180-degree pool.

Enhance your visit further by joining a guided tour led by experienced Wildlife Keepers or create a lasting memory with a koala or reptile souvenir photograph. Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas not only offers extraordinary encounters but also aims to inspire visitors to appreciate and contribute to wildlife conservation. By fostering connections with nature, this award-winning sanctuary encourages proactive steps towards protecting our natural environments.

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Location

Wildlife Habitat

Port Douglas Road
Port Douglas,
Queensland 4877, Australia

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Facilities

Actively welcomes people with access needs.

  • Cafe

  • Carpark

  • Coach parking

  • Family friendly

  • Non smoking

  • Parents room

  • Public toilet

  • Restaurant

Accreditations

  • ATEC COVID Ready/ WTTC Safe Travels Stamp
  • COVID Clean Practicing Business
  • COVID Safe
  • ECO Certified (Advanced Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia

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