A woman volunteer demonstrates bandage application to two children at a wildlife conservation center.

What’s On These School Holidays at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

The summer school holidays have arrived in spectacular style, and if you’re on the look out for a source of feel-good family fun that will keep the kids occupied but won’t hurt the hip pocket, we’ve got just the ticket…  These holidays, we’re putting families first, with a whole lotta’ action, adventure and epic activities…

A person wearing a helmet, gloves, and harness rides a zipline through a forested area on a sunny day.

Our Bucket List of Unique and Exciting Encounters

It’s not all just about the koalas here – from adrenaline-packed adventures to behind-the-scenes sneak peeks, hands-on animal training and two-wheeled safari tours, we’ve got a number of unique encounters for you to experience, and we’re not shy in saying that they’re a lot of fun! So whether you’re a local looking for some tiptop…

A young boy lies on grass outdoors, smiling and reaching out to touch a tortoise, with another tortoise nearby; green plants are in the background.

Give The Gift of Giving Back

This Christmas gift your family, friends or business colleagues with something truly unique.  At Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary we have a range of gifts and experiences that are perfect for each of your family and friends and by simply buying one of these you would be supporting the work we do here at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary…

A close-up image of a binturong, also known as a bearcat, with its distinctive round face, small eyes, black nose, and long whiskers.

Come On A Journey To ‘Lost Valley’

Spanning five acres of abundant rainforest, and home to a fascinating collection of the world’s most unique birds, mammals and reptiles (some of which are critically endangered), Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary’s Lost Valley is a one-of-a-kind ecosystem experience. Rare encounters, intimate experiences and ancient wonders Showcasing over 300 species of plants and animals that once co-existed when the…

A woman in a green shirt feeds a koala medicine using a syringe while the koala clings to a tree.

National Save the Koala Month 

This September – it’s National Koala Month, and at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary we’re holding a month-long celebration to raise awareness and help protect this beautiful, endangered, Australian icon. Learn about the plight of koalas and help to make a difference  Little black noses, big fluffy ears and a face to melt your heart – it’s common knowledge…

Cotton-Top Tamarin

10 Facts About Cotton-Top Tamarins

The Cotton-top Tamarin happens to be so-named by its distinctive fluffy white crest that takes many of us back to the 80s. These pint-sized monkeys bear an uncanny resemblance to a certain theoretical physicist — and they’re among the newest residents to grace the Sanctuary grounds in the all-new ‘Lost Valley’ precinct. So, without further…

A capybara standing outdoors, facing the camera, with green leaves and branches in the foreground and a blurred background.

10 Facts About Capybaras: The World’s Largest Rodents

Capybaras are curious animals. While they don’t look like your run-of-the-mill street or kitchen cupboard-dweller, these South American natives are the largest rodents in the world. Bizarre-looking as they may be, Capybaras have quickly become the pseudo-stars of the Internet—largely due to the fact that they look like overgrown guinea pigs—but also because of their predisposition…