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Spend a full day at The Big Banana Fun Park with the Ultimate Pass: water slides, toboggan rides, ice skating and a banana plantation tour all rolled into one. This guide covers what to expect, seasonal access, and practical tips to plan your visit.
Spend a full day at The Big Banana Fun Park with the Ultimate Pass: water slides, toboggan rides, ice skating and a banana plantation tour all rolled into one. This guide covers what to expect, seasonal access, and practical tips to plan your visit.
A strip of Pacific Highway opens into a broad, sunlit compound where a giant yellow banana keeps watch over squeals, splashes and the click of mini-golf balls. Visitors step from the salt air of Coffs Harbour into an unapologetically playful landscape: concrete slides tower near splash pools, while an indoor ice rink hums beside a 4D simulator that promises sudden turns and fake wind.
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Operated by The Big Banana Fun Park · Coffs Harbour, New South Wales
A strip of Pacific Highway opens into a broad, sunlit compound where a giant yellow banana keeps watch over squeals, splashes and the click of mini-golf balls. Visitors step from the salt air of Coffs Harbour into an unapologetically playful landscape: concrete slides tower near splash pools, while an indoor ice rink hums beside a 4D simulator that promises sudden turns and fake wind.
The Big Banana began as a roadside attraction in the 1960s and grew around a working banana plantation — a piece of local agricultural history turned family entertainment. Geologically the park sits on coastal floodplain above the Tasman Sea, with nearby headlands and surf breaks shaping the local microclimate that banana growers learned to work with. The plantation tour explains banana farming and the region’s economic links to fruit export, while displays and exhibits speak to Coffs Harbour’s coastal culture.
Practicalities come quickly: the Ultimate Pass bundles the water park (seasonal), toboggan, laser tag, ice skating, mini golf and unlimited 4D rides into a single day-access ticket. Expect short walks between attractions, concrete and synthetic surfaces, and facilities for families, including accessible routes and food outlets. Peak summer weekends draw crowds; quieter weekday mornings let you lap slides and replay toboggan runs.
Plan for changing weather, lock up valuables for water play, and start early to avoid lines. Bring swimwear, supportive shoes for the toboggan and a lightweight layer for the rink. The park is designed for easy, all-ages fun — but check seasonal closures and construction notices before you go.
easy.
1–8 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; expect short walking distances and stairs at some attractions
No — the water park generally closes in autumn and winter; check the park’s schedule before you book.
Re-entry rules vary; confirm at ticket purchase but day passes typically allow full-day access once scanned.
Yes — the park has cafes and snack outlets serving casual meals, plus picnic areas if you bring your own food.
Yes — many attractions are family-friendly, though infants must sit on laps for some rides and height/age restrictions apply for certain attractions.
The Big Banana began as a roadside attraction in the 1960s built around a working banana plantation, growing into one of Australia’s best-known family parks.
The park emphasizes water conservation and waste reduction; visitors are encouraged to use reef-safe sunscreen and dispose of rubbish in provided bins.
The Big Banana Fun Park operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
A strip of Pacific Highway opens into a broad, sunlit compound where a giant yellow banana keeps watch over squeals, splashes and the click of mini-golf balls. Visitors step from the salt air of Coffs Harbour into an unapologetically playful landscape: concrete slides tower near splash pools, while an indoor ice rink hums beside a 4D simulator that promises sudden turns and fake wind.
A strip of Pacific Highway opens into a broad, sunlit compound where a giant yellow banana keeps watch over squeals, splashes and the click of mini-golf balls. Visitors step from the salt air of Coffs Harbour into an unapologetically playful landscape: concrete slides tower near splash pools, while an indoor ice rink hums beside a 4D simulator that promises sudden turns and fake wind.
The Big Banana began as a roadside attraction in the 1960s and grew around a working banana plantation — a piece of local agricultural history turned family entertainment. Geologically the park sits on coastal floodplain above the Tasman Sea, with nearby headlands and surf breaks shaping the local microclimate that banana growers learned to work with. The plantation tour explains banana farming and the region’s economic links to fruit export, while displays and exhibits speak to Coffs Harbour’s coastal culture.
Practicalities come quickly: the Ultimate Pass bundles the water park (seasonal), toboggan, laser tag, ice skating, mini golf and unlimited 4D rides into a single day-access ticket. Expect short walks between attractions, concrete and synthetic surfaces, and facilities for families, including accessible routes and food outlets. Peak summer weekends draw crowds; quieter weekday mornings let you lap slides and replay toboggan runs.
Plan for changing weather, lock up valuables for water play, and start early to avoid lines. Bring swimwear, supportive shoes for the toboggan and a lightweight layer for the rink. The park is designed for easy, all-ages fun — but check seasonal closures and construction notices before you go.