Child feeding a kangaroo at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary.
Kangaroo standing in open field at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, Tasmania.
Pathway through trees at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, Tasmania.
Koala among eucalyptus leaves at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary.

Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary Tickets, Hobart

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Visit Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary in Hobart, Australia for an memorable experience with Tasmania’s largest wildlife rescue service operating round-the-clock. Here you'll encounter koalas, kangaroos, Tasmanian devils, wombats, and quolls—all recovering or orphaned animals needing care. This sanctuary provides educational encounters that engage visitors of all ages, especially children who delight in meeting native Australian wildlife up close.

Tasmania is home to animals that are now extinct everywhere but at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary.

Friendly kangaroos roam freely here; you can even hand-feed them with a bag of special feed.

Unique encounters await as you meet the Tasmanian devil, Eastern quoll, and shy Tasmanian bettong in their natural habitat.

Experience full 45-minute wildlife tours daily at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary to explore these fascinating creatures.

Observe Tassie devils enjoying snacks while discovering their unique personalities during your visit.

Learn about the threats faced by these animals and learn about ongoing conservation efforts.

You might also have the delightful opportunity to meet a wombat or koala up close.

Entry into Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary Tickets at Hobart, Australia

Kangaroo meals during Your Experience When in the sanctuary

Use of daily tour services provided by the Wildlife Rescue Service

Travel expenses for reaching the Sanctuary

Child feeding a kangaroo at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary.

Child feeding a kangaroo at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary.

Located in Hobart, Tasmania’s largest 24/7 Wildlife Rescue Service is Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary Tickets, offering an memorable experience. This sanctuary serves as a haven for recovering and orphaned native Australian wildlife, including koalas, kangaroos, Tasmanian devils, wombats, and quolls. Visitors are guaranteed heartwarming encounters with these animals through fun and educational interactions.

Located in Hobart, the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary is home to many species that face extinction elsewhere in Australia but thrive here alongside large mobs of free-ranging kangaroos. To enhance your visit, consider participating in one of four daily guided tours available at 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 1:30 PM, or 3:30 PM. Each tour lasts approximately 45 minutes and is conducted by friendly keepers who share fascinating information about the animals.

Kangaroo standing in open field at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, Tasmania.

Kangaroo standing in open field at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, Tasmania.

Pathway through trees at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, Tasmania.

Pathway through trees at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, Tasmania.

Koala among eucalyptus leaves at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary.

Koala among eucalyptus leaves at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary.

Accessibility

  • Prams and strollers can only stay on pathways, not inside enclosures.
  • The sanctuary's interiors are inaccessible for wheelchair users.
  • A few steps in the sanctuary may require help from a companion. There is also an accessible restroom available.

Guide dogs must remain outside of the sanctuary grounds.

Additional information

  • Paid adults/guardians are required for children aged 15 and under.
  • The tours involve walking, so flat, enclosed shoes that can get dirty should be worn as no transport is provided.
  • If needed, ponchos (more practical than umbrellas) may be purchased on-site.
  • It's advisable to bring extra batteries for your camera.
  • The sanctuary enforces a strict smoke-free policy; smoking inside the grounds is prohibited.
  • No additional fee is required for guests who wish to take photos during encounters. However, be aware that photography may occur here for media and marketing purposes. If you prefer not to be photographed, inform the guide or staff.
  • Flash photography must not be used unless permitted by a keeper.

All animal interactions are guided by staff decisions and should only begin if initiated by an animal.

Book your visit at least a day in advance during peak times to ensure you get a spot on the popular daily tours.

If visiting with children or those who enjoy animal interactions, make sure they know about the opportunity to hand-feed friendly kangaroos using supplied feed.

Plan for an accessible visit by noting that prams and strollers are allowed only on pathways while wheelchairs can't access enclosures; a companion may be needed for steps.

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FAQs

Yes, transport to and from the sanctuary is not included in your admission ticket. Visitors will have to make separate arrangements for travel.
Wheelchair access to enclosures is not available, but there are wheelchair-friendly restrooms. The site includes a few steps that might require assistance from someone accompanying you.
Visitors can meet rare animals like the Tasmanian devil and Eastern quoll, catch a glimpse of Tassie devils enjoying snacks, and discover their quirky personalities through daily tours.
Yes, the experience includes fun and educational encounters with animals like friendly, free-ranging kangaroos which you can hand-feed using a bag of special feed. It's especially popular among children.
Children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied by an adult who is paying for admission to enter the sanctuary.
Yes, you'll have an opportunity to hand-feed friendly kangaroos using specially provided bags of kangaroo feed as part of your visit.
The sanctuary offers full 45-minute wildlife tours every day where visitors can explore and learn about various animals.
You'll encounter koalas, kangaroos, Tasmanian devils, wombats, quolls, and even species that are now extinct elsewhere in Australia. The sanctuary is home to many native Australian wildlife.
Guide dogs are not permitted within the sanctuary premises, so visitors will need alternative arrangements if they rely on a service animal.
Key highlights include interacting with animals that are now extinct elsewhere in Australia, hand-feeding kangaroos, and engaging tours where you can see unique Tasmanian wildlife up close.

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