Adelaide Wildlife
Get ready for an action packed fun-filled adventure at the Adelaide Zoo.
Witness some 1,800 exotic and native animals, including African Wild Dogs, Lions, Tigers, Giant Pandas, Kangaroos, Koalas and the Cassowary – just to name a few!
Feeling wild? Wild Nights allows guests to camp out with Zookeepers and participate in exhilarating night walks and thrilling Animal Encounters!
| Where: | Adelaide Zoo is situated on Frome Road, near the River Torrens. |
| Open: | 7 Days: 9.30-5.00pm |
| Admission: | Family: $74.00 (2 adults & 2 or 3 children) Adults: $28.50 (Ages 15+) Children: $16.50 (Ages 4-14) |
| Phone: | 08 8267 3255 |
| Website: | Adelaide Zoo |
Set in acres of stunning Australian bush near the Mount Lofty Summit, this wildlife sanctuary gives visitors the opportunity to witness native mammals in their natural environment.
Home to Water Birds, Tasmanian Devils, Lorikeets, Dingoes and Wallabies, the Cleland Wildlife Park offers intimate encounters.
Don’t watch from the sideline, experience wildlife up close and personal! Touch, hold and feed some of these protected animals and capture these special moments on camera to be treasured forever.
| Where: | Mount Lofty Summit Road, Crafers |
| Open: | 7 Days: 9.30am-5pm (no entry after 4.30pm) |
| Admission: | Adult: $17.00, Child: $10.00, Family: $46.00 |
| Phone: | 08 8339 2444 |
| Website: | Cleland Wildlife Park |
Spend the day at Gorge Wildlife Park for an educational and enjoyable experience.
Relax under a shady tree amongst native birds and animals while snacking on a picnic lunch with family and friends.
Hold a cuddly Koala, one of Australia’s most celebrated icons, and feed some of the gorgeous animals that call the Gorge Wildlife Park home.
| Where: | Redden Drive, Cudlee Creek SA 5232 |
| Open: | Every day 9am - 5pm (except Christmas Day) |
| Admission: | Adults $15, Children (3-15 years) $9, Age/Student Concession $12 & Family Pass 2 Adults & Children $42 |
| Phone: | (08) 8389 2206 |
| Website: | Gorge Wildlife Park |
Bring the whole family to Hahndorf Farm Barn and experience friendly farm animals and wildlife up close in a fun environment.
Learn about the animals that live at Hahndorf Farm Barn in the 1 hour educational show.
There is so much to experience! Watch bees making honey, hand-milk "Daisy" the cow, and bottle-feed baby lambs.
| Where: | Lot 100 Mount Barker Road, Hahndorf |
| Open: | 7 Days: 10.00am-4.00pm |
| Admission: | Adults: $10.00, Children: $7.00 (1yr-14yrs), Family: $30.00 (2 Adults and 2 Children) |
| Phone: | +618 8388 7289 |
| Website: | Hahndorf Farm Barn |
Visit the Warrawong Wildlife Sanctuary and become familiar with some of Australia’s endangered animals.
Nestled among scrublands, wetlands, and rainforest are over 100 species of native birds and wildlife.
Discover the secrets of the night on the Nocturnal Walk departing at sunset, and observe bettongs, bandicoots and platypus as they emerge.
Watch wildlife from the Bilby Café and enjoy a yummy snack before exploring the sanctuary’s many nature trails.
| Where: | Stock Road (Corner Williams Road), Mylor |
| Open: | Mon-Fri: 9am to 9pm, Sat: 9am-9pm, Sun: 9am-9pm |
| Admission: | Free Entry (self-guided walks), Fee applies for shows. |
| Phone: | 08 8370 9197 |
| Website: | Warrawong Wildlife Sanctuary |
| Email: | info@warrawong.com |
The Port Adelaide River and Barker Inlet is a protected Dolphin sanctuary, managed by the South Australian State Government and the Adelaide Community.
The goal is to create a safe environment for these mammals and reduce human impact on this area to protect it for future generations.
It is not uncommon to spot Dolphins in Adelaide’s many waterways, and guided cruises and kayaking tours take visitors out to witness some of the 250 Bottlenose Dolphins that inhabit these waters.
| Where: | Port Adelaide River and Barker Inlet |
| Phone: | 08 240 0019 |
| Website: | Department of Conservation |
| Email: | adelaidedolphinsanctuary@saugov.sa.gov.au |
Monarto Zoo is 60 minutes from the center of Adelaide. Stretching 1,000 hectares, this South Australian Zoo plays an important role internationally in the breeding of rare and endangered species.
Walk some of the tracks and climb onboard the Zu-loop shuttle to be wowed by the wildlife that can be seen from the viewing platforms.
Informal volunteer guides are close by to answer questions about the animals, and keeper talks are held frequently to teach visitors about the wildlife.
| Where: | Princes Highway, Monarto |
| Admission: | Family: $74.00 (2 adults & 2 or 3 children) Adults: $28.50 (Ages 15+) Children: $16.50 (Ages 4-14) |
| Phone: | 08 8534 4100 |
| Website: | Monarto Zoo |
The Seahorse Farm Viewing Facility is located next to the Maritime Museum at Port Adelaide, and is a great place to bring the family to learn about marine life.
Discover the multiple species of seahorse and seadragon that live off Australia’s shores, and ask the friendly staff about these beautiful creatures.
The Seahorse Farm even features marine fish and Port Jackson Sharks!
| Where: | 20 Divett St, Port Adelaide |
| Admission: | Adults: $8.50, Children (3-16): $7.50 |
| Phone: | 08 8447 7824 |
| Website: | Seahorse Farm |
| Email: | tracy@saseahorse.com |
The popular Urimbirra Wildlife Experience is conveniently located on Adelaide Road less than 5 kilometres from Victor Harbor.
Experience Australia’s favourite animals up close and personal in their own natural environment in the 16 hectares of delightful park.
| Where: | Adelaide Road, Victor Harbor |
| Phone: | 08 8554 6554 |
| Website: | Urimbirra Wildlife Park |
| Email: | victorwildlife@bigpond.com |
