Australia is home to an incredible array of open-range zoos and conservation parks, offering unforgettable wildlife experiences in natural, spacious settings. These parks provide a haven for native and exotic animals, allowing them to roam in environments that closely resemble their natural habitats. Visitors can witness majestic creatures up close while supporting vital conservation efforts, offering an immersive and educational adventure for all ages. (All images reproduced © the range, park or zoo).
Werribee Open Range Zoo
Werribee, VIC
A wildlife safari adventure in Melbourne’s west! Werribee Open Range Zoo replicates African habitats as closely as possible and allows animals to roam freely, so embark on a safari among the exotic residents. Stay at the Hacienda Motel, the Rippleside Park Motor Inn or the Colonial Motor Lodge in Geelong.
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Moonlit Sanctuary
Pearcedale, VIC
The Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park is home to over 60 Australian species, and don’t miss their night tour. Stay right across from the beach in Rosebud at the Admiral Motor Inn.
Halls Gap Zoo
Halls Gap, VIC
Halls Gap Zoo is Victoria’s largest regional zoo, housing over 160 native and exotic species. Stay at the Coorrabin Motor Inn.
Melbourne Zoo
Parkville, VIC
Melbourne Zoo contains 243+ species, from Australia and around the world, right in the heart of the city. Stay at the West City Motel in Ardeer.
Kyabram Fauna Park
Kyabram, VIC
Kyabram Fauna Park features a variety of Australian native animals. Stay at the Moama Centra Motel in Moama, NSW, or just over the mighty Murray River in the Big River Motel in Echuca, VIC.
Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Dubbo, NSW
An immersive experience with open range exhibits in the heart of Central West NSW. Get out of the car and explore! Stay at the All Seasons Motor Lodge in Dubbo.
Wagga Wagga Zoo & Aviary
Wagga Wagga, NSW
Wagga Wagga Zoo & Aviary houses a diverse range of native and exotic animals, as well as a large free-flight aviary. Stay at the City Park Motel & Apartments in Wagga Wagga.
Altina Wildlife Park
Darlington Point, NSW
Altina Wildlife Park offers behind-the-scenes safari tours featuring a variety of exotic and native animals. Stay at the Fig Tree Motel in Narrandera.
Rockhampton Zoo
Rockhampton, QLD
Rockhampton Zoo is home to close to 100 animals spanning over 31 species of Australian and exotic animals. Stay at the Citywalk Motor Inn in Rockhampton.
Rainforestation Nature Park
Kuranda, QLD
Set on 100 acres in the midst of a World Heritage rainforest, Rainforestation Nature Park offers 3 unique experiences as well as tree kangaroos and cassowaries. Stay at the Curtain Fig Motel in Yungaburra.
Urimbirra Wildlife Park
Victor Harbor, SA
Open range wildlife park in Victor Harbor that allows visitors to see and interact with wildlife up close.
Monarto Safari Park
Monarto, SA
The largest safari experience outside of Africa, over 1,500 hectares and more than 50 species of exotic and native animals.
Warrawong Wildlife Sanctuary
Mylor, SA
A thriving eco-system where hundreds of native Australian animals flourish in a natural, free-range space.
Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
Brighton, TAS
Meet Tasmanian Devils at this sanctuary and wildlife hospital that rescues animals and provides visitor education. Stay at the Marquis Hotel Motel in Hobart.
Devils@Cradle
Cradle Mountain, TAS
Learn about the vital conservation work for Tasmanian Devils at Devils@Cradle, and join an after-dark feeding tour!
Trowunna Wildlife Sanctuary
Mole Creek, TAS
See Tasmanian species like the pademelon and eastern Quoll and close up viewing of Wombats and Tassie Devils.
