Healesville Sanctuary

Healesville Sanctuary, Australia's premier wildlife park is nestled in the foothills of the Yarra Valley, just one hour from Melbourne. Koalas, dingoes, kangaroos and the unique platypus are just a few of the 200 species of Australian wildlife flourishing in a stunning Australian bushland environment.

Get the 'inside story' on the animals that live in the Sanctuary from the people that know them best - their Keepers. Face to face presentations give you the chance to speak to the keepers and experience the thrill of getting up closer than you ever thought possible to the animals in their care.

Now open at the Sanctuary is the world-class Australian Wildlife Health Centre, a working wildlife hospital offering unprecedented views into the care of sick, injured and orphaned wildlife. Follow the patient journey of rescue, rehabilitation and release, talk with the vets and get involved in the many interactive displays and activities.

Other highlights include the Sanctuary's new BHP Billiton Platypusary which reveals the previously hidden world of platypus breeding and care and the not to be missed Birds of Prey flight presentation where you can see a wedge-tailed eagle soar free.
Two fascinating new tours are now also on offer.

The Working Sanctuary Tour presents a behind the scenes look at the operations of a working wildlife Sanctuary, with rare glimpses and amazing insights into the care of the Sanctuary's wildlife and their habitats.

For an authentic experience of Victorian indigenous culture, the Burra Burra Yan Indigenous Walking Tour, led by interpreter and storyteller Murrundindi, immerses visitors in the beauty of the surrounding Coranderrk bushland.

Traditional dreaming stories, the medicinal and food uses of plants and the boomerang are just some of what can be discovered on this truly sensory experience.

There are many great reasons to visit Healesville Sanctuary where the Australian bush comes alive.