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Australian Butterfly Sanctuary Admission
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Australian Butterfly Sanctuary Admission

By Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
8 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$24 per adult
Features
Overview
  • More than 1,500 butterflies housed in 1 enormous aviary
  • Spectacular landscaped gardens that replicate a rainforest
  • Chance to go on a behind-the-scenes laboratory tour
  • Incredible photo opportunities with these beautiful insects
  • Moth exhibit that includes the world's largest species

Activity location

  • Rainforestation
    • 1030 Kennedy Highway kennedy highway
    • 4881, Kuranda, Queensland, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
    • 8 Rob Veivers Drive
    • 4881, Kuranda, Queensland, Australia

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Australian Butterfly Sanctuary Admission
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h2h
  • Opening hours: Thu 9:45 am-3:00 pm
Price details
AU$24.00 x 1 AdultAU$24.00

Total
Price is AU$24.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedAdmission to the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
  • What's includedWhat's includedGuided tour

Know before you book

  • Children 3 and younger are complimentary.
  • The sanctuary is open 7 days a week from 9:45 AM to 3 PM.
  • Covid restrictions may apply, please check the Queensland Government Website for up-to-date covid information. covid19.qld.gov.au

What you can expect

Wander through a lush garden that replicates a rainforest environment and find yourself in the company of more than 1,500 butterflies. This is the largest conservatory of its kind in Australia, and it gives you the opportunity to go behind the scenes to learn about these magnificent creatures.

The internationally acclaimed Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, open since 1987, is one of the world's largest butterfly aviaries. On this memorable visit, you have the chance to come face-to-face with colourful species, including the beautiful green-and-yellow Cairns Birdwing. Not only are butterflies found here, but also some of their less colourful relatives, including the huge Hercules moth, which can reach wingspans of 14 inches (36 cm).

To make the most of your visit, wear bright white or red clothing, as these are the colours most attractive to the butterflies. Get some incredible photo opportunities as butterflies flit and flutter around you, even casually landing on you if you keep still. More than just an entertaining excursion, you can also learn more about the life cycles of butterflies in the laboratory, where daily tours are offered. Visit the caterpillar breeding nursery, where you can see caterpillars in various stages of development, as well as some newly emerged, baby butterflies.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures
  • High-touch surfaces cleaned and disinfected
Social distancing
  • Contactless ticket redemption
  • Social distancing measures in place
  • Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Safety measures
  • Personal protective equipment worn by staff
  • Masks provided
  • Hand sanitiser provided
This information is provided by our partners

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESRainforestation
    • 1030 Kennedy Highway kennedy highway
    • 4881, Kuranda, Queensland, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEAustralian Butterfly Sanctuary
    • 8 Rob Veivers Drive
    • 4881, Kuranda, Queensland, Australia
  • PEOPLEPEOPLEcairns
    • cairns, Queensland, Australia