4 reviews about Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary

verified email - 13 Jan 2014

Visited with three kids on holiday here. They loved the free range kangaroos that were extremely tame, and enjoyed feeding them. Last time I visited (around 12 years ago) they gave out feed for the animals in bags - now it's in large bins around the park, which is good as you can get more, but also really annoying as you've always got one hand occupied holding it! Most people want to take photos, so this is quite a hindrance. Would be much better if they also provided paper bags to put the feed in.
On the animal front, we saw lots of kangaroos, a couple of koalas, a few lorikeets and cockatoos, some tawny frogmouths and a couple of wombats. I was disappointed that the very accessible small enclosure with Tasmanian devils that used to be a feature is no longer there. They now have a very large habitat for them, which is great, but we didn't see a single one. We followed this enclosure the whole length of the park, with big signs proclaiming, "Main devil display this way," - the main display turned out to be pretty non-existent. The kids are from interstate and were disappointed not to see a devil, especially as the website specifically says, "You are guaranteed to see Tasmanian devils!"
The other complaint I have is the lack of seating and rest areas. The site is large and sloping, and today was also quite hot. My Mum struggles to walk much distance uphill without pain, and there were also several tour buses there - I saw quite a few older people struggling with the incline and wanting to sit down and rest. They desperately need some seats at intervals along the path, some plain park benches would be perfect - many people who visit on cruise ships and organised tours are older, and this is an urgent need. 12 years ago there were picnic tables scattered around the grassed area - these have now gone.
I also remember there was a large, walk in wetland enclosure that is no longer there - I missed this, there were lots of native birds and fowl, and it was a pleasant area.
They do have a good undercover area with picnic tables and lots of seating, including some comfy armchairs as well! Also a BBQ that the staff will get going for you, so you can have a barbie. Also a large toilet block, that wasn't there last time I visited, so much improved on that front.
Overall, I was disappointed by the lack of animal life - I expected that most of the nocturnal ones would be out of sight during the day, but my previous experiences here have been much better than today's. The children were sick of walking around the enclosures in the heat and constantly seeing nothing. The highlight as we were leaving was the baby wombat that a handler was allowing people to hold and photograph.

Approximate cost: $76

verified email - 13 Oct 2013

We had an amazing time here. The wildlife was varied and beautiful. Loved the devils and the birds too. The galahs are gorgeous and real extroverts. We did the night tour which was very special. Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. The highlight was having the sugar gliders climbing on us. I love this place and hope to return with family. 

verified email - 31 May 2012

went here with play group the kids loved it they were taught about the animals and were able to touch the koalas in all a very fun day the also take in injured wildlife , the grounds were very well maintained

verified email - 30 May 2012

This wildlife animal sanctuary cares for and rehabilitates sick and injured wildlife, letting them back in the wild if they are able. Visitors can see animals up close, and wallabies are free ranging so you can feed and pat them. It was not at all crowded and there was a very good tour led by a knowledgeable keeper. The staff are all very friendly and helpful. I don't think you can buy food / lunch there, but we came prepared with sandwiches in any case. Bonorong cares for thousands of injured animals, so the cover charge helps with this and i didn't mind paying it all. My son is still raving about it days later.

Approximate cost: $22 adult

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