• See Below
  • 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM
  • Daily

Meet a Koala

Enjoy an extra special meet and greet with Australia’s most iconic native animal, the Koala. Let us capture the moment with a photo you can treasure forever. This is a rare, special moment that we are sure you will never forget.

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What's included

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  • Daily
  • 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM
    (Go to bookings for session times)
  • See Below
  • Meet at Koala Habitat (map ref. F14)
  • This encounter can be modified for wheelchairs and walking aids
  • Suitable for prams, however prams and bags will need to be left in a designated area
  • No personal photography allowed
  • Enjoy a special moment with a Koala
  • Take a professional photo to cherish forever
  • Save $38 when you buy 3 Koala photos

Do you want more than just a moment with a Koala? Then the Koala Encounter might be more for you!

Fun Fact

Koalas can sleep up to 20 hours per day!

More Koala Facts

Terms & Conditions

You must agree with the Terms and Conditions outlined in this legally binding document prior to your participation in this encounter

  • Includes single professional photo which can include one person holding the koala.

  • Children will be given alternative options for photos with the koalas. Children will not be able to hold the koala.

  • Please allow at least 30 minutes to travel from the front entrance to your encounter location.

  • Sanctuary entry is not included in this booking and all participants must have valid Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary General Admission to gain entry.

  • Touching or feeding of animals is only permitted at the discretion of the Wildlife Keeper facilitating the encounter.

  • Directions given by the Wildlife Keeper must be adhered to at all times. Failure to follow directions may result in termination of the encounter.

  • Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary may cancel the encounter at any time. Rescheduling of encounters may be available through Visitor Services 07 5534 0879.

  • Photography on personal devices is not permitted.

  • This encounter operates in all weather conditions, including rain. In the event of unsafe weather, we may need to pause or cancel the encounter for the safety of guests, animals and staff.

  • To be eligible to participate you must fulfil all criteria set out in our animal encounter guidelines

  • Notify us of any health issues you may have that could affect the health of our animals and keepers

  • Your behaviour affects the behaviour of our animals - please be respectful and follow all directions from the keeper hosting your encounter at all times

  • Please wash your hands upon entering and exiting your animal encounter

A 1.75% transaction fee applies to online bookings.

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