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Destination	Gold Coast
Address	28 Tomewin Street, Currumbin QLD 4223
How to get there	● By Car Located approximately 5km north of God Coast Airport, takes about 10 minutes; approximately 26km south of Surfers Paradise, takes about 35 minutes; approximately 105km south of Brisbane Airport, takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. - From the south: Travel along the Pacific Highway onto the Gold Coast Highway at Coolangatta. Then follow the Gold Coast Highway to Currumbin and turn right at the traffic lights onto Tomewin Street. - From the north: Travel south on the Gold Coast Highway to Currumbin. Turn left at the lights onto Tomewin Street. - From the M1 Motorway: Travel on the M1 Motorway, take exit 95 to Stewart Road. Turn onto the Gold Coast Highway, then turn right onto Tomewin Street. Closest Parking: There is a dedicated car park on Tomewin Street (address: 23 Tomewin St, Currumbin QLD 4223) - Open from 07:30 until 17:30 (except on event days). - Parking fees apply. Alternatively there is free street parking. ● By Public Transport The closest Bus Stop is Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Stop Please check the Transport QLD timetables (https://translink.com.au/) for more details to plan your trip.
Operating hours	Daily 08:00 - 17:00 Christmas Day (25 December) Closed Anzac Day (25 April) Closed
Other info	【Important Post-Covid Service Information】 - Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary falls under the outdoor entertainment venue category, which means that visitors will be required to show proof of vaccination in order to enter from December 17, 2021 as per Queensland Health directives. - Please note that the following shows are currently not running: ● Australiana Sheep Shearing Show ● Crocs Live ● Keeper Talks Before your visit, please hop on the official website for the most up to date information: https://currumbinsanctuary.com.au/before-you-arrive/now-open ************************************************************************************************************ ● Koala Photo Operating Hours: Daily 08:00 - 16:00. After 16:00 will be only on request base and prior booking is required. ● Single professional photo which can include one person or a group with only one person holding the koala. ● Child Koala Holding Criteria It is ultimately at the Koala Handlers discretion on the day if a guest can safely and securely hold a koala unassisted. Some guests may require assistance based on the following criteria : 1) Height - children must be over 140cm and 12 years old to hold a koala 2) Size age, weight and temperament of the koala - each koala we use will vary in size and a child may be able to hold even filling this criteria, it will be assessed on a case by case scenario always putting koala welfare first. 3) Confidence of the child - handlers need to be able to see that the child is confident and willing to hold the koala without being pushed and is not being forced by a parent or friend to do so. 4) Behavioural traits and history of the koala – certain koalas do not have the personality, experience and confidence around children and are not suitable for children holding or attempting to hold. These animals may or may not have a history of being fidgety, reaching up, gripping too tightly or just generally not being a suitable choice for small children’s photographs. It is at the Koala keeper’s discretion as to whether the child and koala are suitable for meeting the holding criteria, ensuring that our koalas and your child's welfare is looked after and that they are placed in a safe situation for both our guest and the animal. ● When a Koala Handler determines a guest will require assistance with holding a koala one of two options will be offered: 1) A Tree photo. Meet and greet your koala. Koala will safely sit in fork of tree prop and guest can stand next to koala and stroke its back for a professional photo. 2) Professional family/group photo. Meet and greet your koala. A suitable member of the family/group can hold the koala whilst other guest/s can stand next to koala stroke its back for a professional photo.

Escape and explore this iconic Gold Coast wildlife sanctuary. Immerse yourself into the wonder and natural beauty of 27 hectares of Currumbin rainforest, wandering through open animal enclosures, feeding kangaroos and cuddling koalas along the way. Experience the wild lorikeet feeding, free-flight bird shows and Aboriginal performances. With planned outdoor themed playgrounds such as Wild Island, there is plenty of entertainment for kids to enjoy as they tour the sanctuary on a miniature train. Retreat and become lost in this serene park, and leave with a deep understanding of local heritage, native wildlife and conservation.

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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee. If you cancel between 0 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee. If no show, no refund.