Cairns Koalas & Creatures at the Pier
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Journey through Australia’s diverse landscapes for a family fun and educational-focused experience. Australia's stunning Great Barrier Reef, a vibrant ecosystem teeming with marine life, is a real-life testament to the planet's natural beauty. Our lush, abundant Rainforest and Mangrove environments are a sanctuary for distinctive wildlife, providing shelter and sustenance for countless species. The rugged Outback, with its harsh, yet mesmerizing terrain, is another integral part of our natural heritage while the precious Woodlands is home to one of our Australian icons, the koala. Each of these unique areas play a crucial role in maintaining Australia’s biodiversity. Learn and understand about the significance of protecting these invaluable natural landscapes for future generations. Don’t forget to purchase your koala souvenir photo for an unforgettable memory.
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Journey through Australia’s diverse landscapes for a family fun and educational-focused experience. Australia's stunning Great Barrier Reef, a vibrant ecosystem teeming with marine life, is a real-life testament to the planet's natural beauty. Our lush, abundant Rainforest and Mangrove environments are a sanctuary for distinctive wildlife, providing shelter and sustenance for countless species. The rugged Outback, with its harsh, yet mesmerizing terrain, is another integral part of our natural heritage while the precious Woodlands is home to one of our Australian icons, the koala. Each of these unique areas play a crucial role in maintaining Australia’s biodiversity. Learn and understand about the significance of protecting these invaluable natural landscapes for future generations. Don’t forget to purchase your koala souvenir photo for an unforgettable memory.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(96)
Dont bother, unless you want to hold a koala. A few fish, birds and lizards, frogs and 2 snakes. Not worth the money. Kids get a water play at the end which was the highlight of the whole experience.
Wonderful time. Staff was amazing and the Koala team were exceptional. Our family had an amazing time together getting our photos with the Koalas 🐨.
Hi V6386UBchrisg, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear your family had such an amazing koala experience with us. Our wildlife and photography teams are passionate about helping guests create special memories, so it's lovely to hear they helped make your visit so enjoyable. We hope those photos bring back happy memories for years to come. Thank you for visiting Cairns Koalas & Creatures, and we hope to see you again soon! 🐨😊💚
Such a wonderful experience holding a koala! The staff were friendly and helped make the already wonderful experience amazing!
Hi andreasJ482CA, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear your koala experience was such a memorable one. For many visitors, holding a koala is a true bucket-list moment, so it's fantastic to know our team helped make it even more special. We'll be sure to share your kind words with them. Thank you for visiting Cairns Koalas & Creatures, and we hope you take home some amazing memories of your time in Australia! 🐨💚😊
We really enjoyed the attraction. We got to hold a koala and have our photo taken with it. The place is very welcoming and extremely child-friendly. There are also other animals to see. It offers fun and engaging activities for children, and the staff are excellent, friendly, and attentive.
Hi Fearless02788888785, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your visit and had the opportunity to hold a koala and create a special memory with a photo. It's great to know you found the attraction welcoming, family-friendly and engaging for children. Our team will be thrilled to hear your kind words about their friendliness and care. Thank you for visiting Cairns Koalas & Creatures, and we hope to welcome you back again one day! 🐨💚😊
Whilst apprehensive about the welfare side of things, on attending our worries were quickly dispelled. The place gives the opportunity to see some of our special animals for those not planning on leaving the city. We were lucky enough to visit when one of the baby koalas was returned after an escape whilst at their other site. To see the staff crying with happiness at the return of the baby was heart warming and really showed their attachment and care for the welfare of the animals on view
Hi brettt470, Thank you for your wonderful review. We're especially pleased to hear that any concerns you had about animal welfare were quickly put to rest during your visit. We believe the young koala you saw may have been Mintie, who had recently returned to Cairns Koalas & Creatures after spending time at our sister attraction, Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas. It was certainly a special day for our team, who care deeply about the animals in their care. Thank you for your kind words and support. We're delighted you enjoyed your visit and hope to welcome you back again soon. 🐨💚
It was the most amazing experience! We wanted to experience holding and take photos with the Koala we've been searching around Cairns since we movedlast August2025. Amazingly, there's Cairns Koalas & Creatures at the Pier. The amazing, kind, and professional staffs made our experience more enjoyable. Very informative and engaging briefing from the handlers Makayla, Leah, and lovely Daphne. Thank you for bringing happiness in our hearts that we will cherish. We'll see you soon!
Hi there, Thank you for such a heartfelt review. We’re absolutely delighted that your koala experience was a dream come true and that it became such a special memory for you. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Makayla, Leah and Daphne. Our team loves helping guests create meaningful wildlife encounters, and they’ll be thrilled to know they made your visit even more memorable. Thank you for choosing Cairns Koalas & Creatures, and we look forward to seeing you again soon! 🐨💚
I took three boys, ages 8, 6 and 2, to visit. My 8-year-old oldest son had the staff practice cradling a koala, and I was able to pick him up and shoot him because he gave me permission to do so. The staff were very kind and I was very happy to have the person I hug rearranged for a short time and taken two family photos, the brother photo of the eldest son and the second son, and the adult photo ✨ Koalas were more fluffy and cute than we thought they would be when we held them 🩷 Besides the koalas, there were other exhibits, and my kids were into the water playground! Daphne, thank you for all your help 🥰
Hi there, Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so happy to hear your family enjoyed the experience and that your children had such a special moment meeting the koala. It’s wonderful to know the photo session helped create some lasting family memories. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Daphne — she’ll really appreciate them. Thanks again for visiting Cairns Koalas & Creatures!
It's one of the few zoos that's starting to offer a koala hug. The staff were friendly and we were able to smile. Especially the koala cuddle is an unforgettable moment. The koalas weighed a lot, and it was so cool that they left their heads in my chest! I have a strong desire to protect the nature that is important to me.
Hi there, Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad your koala experience became such a special and memorable moment for you. It’s wonderful to hear our team helped make the visit welcoming and enjoyable, and that cuddling a koala inspired such a strong appreciation for nature and conservation. Thank you again for sharing your experience with us!
Great Experience. Our guide Lauren did a wonderful job explaining all the animals and reptiles. She is very friendly, knowledgeable and made the whole experience fun. The pictures of us holding the koala’s are perfect and a memory to last a lifetime. Highly recommend this experience!!
Hi Stephen, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you had such a great experience and that Lauren helped make the visit both fun and informative. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to her. It’s lovely to hear your koala photos will be such a special memory for years to come. Thanks again for the recommendation!
Charmaine and Lauren were fantastic. Knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. Was a fun and interesting experience.
Hi Allison, Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad you had a fun and interesting visit, and that Charmaine and Lauren made such a great impression — we’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to them. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and hope to welcome you back again soon.
