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Cleland Wildlife Park Experience - from Adelaide including Mt Lofty Summit

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Experience the wild side of Australia on a tour to Cleland Wildlife Park, just 30 minutes from Adelaide. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the natural bush environment as you discover over 130 species of native animals. Touch and photograph a koala during the 'close-up' koala experience, and hand-feed kangaroos, wallabies, and potoroos. Explore the park's self-discovery trails and encounter kangaroos, emus, dingoes, Tasmanian devils, and more in their natural habitats. Don't miss the interactive keeper talks, where you can learn about and observe the animals in action. Visit the Ocean to Outback interpretive centre to learn about South Australia's diverse ecosystems and view nocturnal animals. With breathtaking panoramic views of Adelaide from Mount Lofty Summit, this tour offers an unforgettable wildlife adventure for all nature enthusiasts.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 5 hours 30 minutes
  • Suitable for 1-13 Participants
  • Small Group Tour, Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Walk among free-roaming animals in their natural environment
  • Get up close with and touch a koala
  • Hand-feed kangaroos, wallabies, and potoroos
  • Learn about South Australia's diverse ecosystems
  • Enjoy panoramic views from Mount Lofty Summit
  • Skip-the-line tickets
  • Gst (goods and services tax)
  • Adelaide city hotel pickup available
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting point
  • Round-trip transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Keeper talks
  • Koala 'close-up' experience
  • Cleland wildlife park entrance fees
  • Lunch
  • Port adelaide passenger terminal pick-up - $20 fee (cruise ship passengers only))
  • Koala hold experience - must be booked directly through cleland for an additional fee

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Introduction

Embark on an unforgettable wildlife adventure and connect with the abundant beauty of Australia's native animals on the Cleland Wildlife Park Experience. Situated just 30 minutes from Adelaide, this tour takes you deep into the heart of a natural bush environment, where you'll encounter over 130 species of magnificent wildlife. From koalas to kangaroos, emus to potoroos, this immersive experience promises a fascinating insight into Australia's diverse animal kingdom.

What to expect?

During this 330-minute tour, you can anticipate an enriching journey filled with remarkable encounters and stunning scenery. The adventure begins with a scenic drive through Cleland Conservation Park, allowing you to absorb the breathtaking beauty of the Adelaide Hills. At Mount Lofty Summit, marveled as the highest point in the region, you'll be treated to a panoramic view of Adelaide, the Gulf St. Vincent, and the stunning coastline.

Continuing your exploration, you'll arrive at Cleland Wildlife Park, a sanctuary renowned for its commitment to animal care and conservation. Here, the possibilities are endless. Get up close and personal with koalas during the 'close-up' koala experience—an incredible opportunity to touch and photograph these beloved creatures under the supervision of knowledgeable keepers. As you wander along self-discovery trails, you'll encounter free-roaming kangaroos, emus, wallabies, Tasmanian devils, and even colorful water birds in the wetlands.

Immerse yourself in the wonders of South Australia's captivating ecosystems at the Ocean to Outback interpretive center. Learn about fascinating creatures that come to life under the veil of darkness—nocturnal animals, small mammals, and reptiles will capture your imagination.

Who is this for?

The Cleland Wildlife Park Experience is perfect for nature enthusiasts, animal lovers, and adventure seekers of all ages. Whether you're an intrepid traveler eager to explore the Australian wilderness or a family looking to create magical memories, this tour caters to everyone's curiosity and fascination with wildlife. From wide-eyed children to seasoned travelers, the experience offers a chance for all to marvel at Australia's incredible biodiversity and gain a deeper understanding of the importance of conservation.

Why book this?

Unmask the magic of Australia's wildlife on this captivating tour that blends educational encounters with breathtaking nature. With an expert guide leading the way, the Cleland Wildlife Park Experience guarantees a seamless and enriching adventure. Step into the shoes of a wildlife enthusiast, as you feed kangaroos and potoroos by hand, witness captivating keeper talks, and be privy to the dedication shown by park staff in safeguarding the animals' well-being. The 'close-up' koala experience adds an unforgettable touch, allowing you to get acquainted with these precious creatures in an intimate and respectful setting.

Good to know

For your convenience, we offer multiple meet options that can be provided upon booking. The tour has a total duration of 330 minutes, ensuring that you have ample time to fully immerse yourself in the wonders of Cleland Wildlife Park. Remember to wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for outdoor exploration, as this adventure takes you through the picturesque bush environment of the Adelaide Hills. Don't forget your camera to capture those once-in-a-lifetime moments with Australia's much-loved wildlife.

Reviews

Reviews from individuals who have experienced the Cleland Wildlife Park tour commend its educational and engaging nature, with particular praise for the 'close-up' koala experience and the opportunity to hand-feed kangaroos. Visitors express their delight in the park's natural surroundings and the freedom the animals have to roam. Overall, guests have been satisfied with the personal encounters and the knowledge gained about Australia's unique wildlife.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Mount Lofty Summit

Your 30 minute trip into the Adelaide Hills takes the scenic Cleland Conservation Park route. First we take a short stop at Mount Lofty Summit where you’ll enjoy an amazing panoramic view over the whole of Adelaide. At approximately 710m, the summit is the highest point in the Adelaide Hills with uninterrupted views to the Gulf St. Vincent and as far as the eye can see north and south along the coastline.

Cleland Wildlife Park

Then continue your tour to Cleland Wildlife Park, an 86-acre (35-hectare) natural bush setting that provides an open-space environment with very few enclosures. Home to more than 130 species of Australian animals, the park is known for its management and care in the health and well being of the animals. Your entry to Cleland includes the ‘close-up’ koala experience where you can touch and photograph one the park’s koalas while under the supervision of the keepers who maintain the highest standards for their care. As you explore the park and follow the self-discovery trails, walk among the free-roaming animals in their natural environment. See kangaroos, emus, dingoes, wallabies, Tasmanian devils and many more, and check out the wetlands where pelicans, cormorants and other water birds live. Engage with the animals as you hand-feed kangaroos, wallabies and potoroos with provided animal food, and don’t miss one of the interactive keeper talks, a great way to learn about and see the animals in action. The Ocean to Outback interpretive centre provides an opportunity to learn about South Australia’s diverse ecosystems while viewing nocturnal animals, small mammals and reptiles. You'll arrive at Cleland Wildlife Park just before 11am and leave the park around 3pm, which gives you plenty of time to discover and walk around the park.

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Reviews

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Anita_T

My favorite experience in Australia so far. What a treat to be able to pet and feed the animals. Loved every moment of the day. Beautiful views from Mount Lofty!

E3903BUjj

My first ever visit to Australia was south australia. I couldn’t be happier with my trip. From beaches to wildlife park , everything was so amazing. People were nice and weather was EXCELLENT

Robin_L

Seeing the animals close-up made this a memorable experience. It was one of the highlights of our trip to Australia.

Karen_B

Nice day at park. Tob was great guide. Time at park seemed about an hour too long. Very limited koala viewing opportunity but kangaroos were plentiful!

Joan_W

We never got to go on this excursion as our ship docked 3 hours late. As the captain didn't make the announcement until his daily update at noon, we didn't find out until within 24 hours of the trip, so we're only getting 1/2 of our money back. Not happy. We have a total of 9 excursions scheduled, this was our 3rd. We docked an hour late in Albany and Busy Blue bus tours made allowances and picked us up at the port. When I heard back from pureSA, they said they had administrative expenses and that is why they could only refund 1/2 of our money. They didn't have to pick us up at the port, so where are the administrative expenses?

Redwine2812

Cleland is a great place to visit and thoroughly enjoyable however do not book with Viator or Pure SA (the tour company). It's easy to do it yourself and much cheaper! The cost of this trip with viator - ie the price we paid was £141.66.  If we had gone on our own via Uber, 2 people with a return journey would have been £79.95.   We could even have caught the local bus and it would have been even cheaper. The ticket we received said English Guide.  There was no guide.  The"driver" did not speak to anyone, he picked us up (there were 6 of us in total) and he drove us to Cleland.  He had the sat nav on all the way there and the radio on full volume.  No interaction at all. On arrival at Cleland he said he'd never been there before and he was taking the opportunity to do some photography.  He walked far too quickly from the car park to the entrance; there were 2 elderly ladies on the trip who we had to wait for and look out for as he left them behind. On arrival at Cleland entrance he paid for the 6 of us to go in with his credit card and left us and said see you later.  It was later as well as he was 30 minutes late picking us up.   Despite having a minibus full of bottles of water he did not share these around.  There was also no animal feed included in the trip despite many of the reviews on the website saying this was included. The "driver" did not know we were supposed to be going to Mt Lofty so had to do it at the end of the day by which time it was going too dark and cloudy to see anything.  Again he swiftly left the bus and headed for the entrance and we had to wait for the ladies ourselves.  There was no interaction with us again - didn't point out any places of interest or pass on any information etc.   We were totally ripped off and conned!

Jennifer_B

We had a lovely day at Cleland Wildlife Park via Mount Lofty summit. We had about 4 hours at the park which allowed a very relaxing, no pressure day with lots of time with the animals. We had lunch at the park as well which was reasonably priced and delicious.

X7045CLelliej

Just fantastic. The park is wonderful, the landscape awesome and the chance to feed kangaroos and pet koalas is not to be missed. Brilliant day all round 😊

MikeFo

We had a friendly young guide who gave us some general background on Adelaide as we headed up into the hills. The Mt lofty view stop had to be aborted as all roads up were closed while power lines were being repaired. The park is well organized with close to natural environments for the animals you are guaranteed some encounters either wallabies and kangaroos, other animals such as koalas are time dependent.

Minkneme

Brought overseas visitors to this park, they loved the experience to get up close with the different animals and then to have the opportunity to hold a koala and have their photo taken was an added bonus for them to take home and show others.
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