Kuranda Koala Gardens is Kuranda's newest wildlife attraction. Situated in the heart of Kuranda, this attraction gives visitors the opportunity to see some of Australia's most unique wildlife up close. There are lots of opportunities to observe koalas doing what they do best; eating, sleeping and looking adorable.
Visitors can take the opportunity to cuddle a koala, Kuranda Koala Gardens is one of only a handful of places in the world where visitors can actually interact with a koala. Adherence to a strict "Government Code Of Practice" ensures the health and well-being of the furry friends.
Kuranda Koala Gardens, one of the few places in Australia where you can hold a Koala for a great souvenir photo.
Kuranda Koala Gardens is a unique wildlife experience to see Koalas, also Quokka’s a small macropod, Wallabies, Wombats, Aussie Reptiles. Take a step back into history with the Pioneer display. Enjoy the Nocturnal wonders for night-loving marsupials. See the first Bilbies in North Queensland and the Squirrel and Mahogany Gliders.
•Kuranda Koala Gardens - our award-winning 'boutique' wildlife experience gives visitors a great opportunity to meet some of Australia's iconic wildlife. Take the opportunity to 'Cuddle a Koala' (extra cost - includes a digital souvenir photo).
•See Koalas, Wombats, hand feed tame Wallabies, Quokka’s, and Squirrel and Mahogany Gliders.
•Observe Freshwater Crocodiles see the lizards basking in the sun or see our large python.
•Have your photo taken with a Koala or Python at an additional cost.
All this right in Kuranda Village markets. A courtesy bus runs every few minutes from the Kuranda Train and Skyrail terminals to the village, or it is only a 10-minute walk from the Train and Skyrail Station.