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Get up close with Tasmania’s wildlife during a 90-minute guided tour at Wings Wildlife Park. Learn from expert keepers as you feed wombats, Tasmanian devils, and more in this hands-on adventure.
Get up close with Tasmania’s wildlife during a 90-minute guided tour at Wings Wildlife Park. Learn from expert keepers as you feed wombats, Tasmanian devils, and more in this hands-on adventure.
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Operated by Wings Wildlife Park · Gunns Plains, Tasmania
Wings Wildlife Park, located in the rugged heart of Tasmania’s Gunns Plains, offers a hands-on gateway into Australia’s unique fauna with its Personalised Guided Tour. This 90-minute journey pairs you directly with a seasoned wildlife keeper, transforming a simple visit into an immersive encounter that reveals the daily care and natural behaviors of the park's diverse residents. Situated along Winduss Road amid rolling limestone plains and lush native bushland, the park offers an intimate look at species emblematic of Tasmania’s wilderness.
During your tour, expect close encounters with iconic animals such as wombats, Tasmanian devils, and the park’s resident koalas. The experience is both educational and tactile: you’ll feed juvenile wildlife, including rarely seen animals and trout in the park’s clear ponds. The tour’s duration flexes with group size, allowing guests ample time to digest the informative commentary on conservation and habitat preservation, making it a standout among wildlife experiences in the region.
Wings Wildlife Park distinguishes itself by prioritizing personal interaction and accessibility. The well-maintained pathways, though gravel and grass, accommodate motorized wheelchairs, ensuring visitors of varied abilities can enjoy the animals. Post-tour, you’re free to roam the gardens and trails at your own pace, revisiting favored creatures with extra food available for purchase.
This wildlife park adds a tangible layer to Tasmania’s outdoor offerings—melding natural history with direct engagement, perfect for families and nature enthusiasts seeking a meaningful connection beyond traditional sightseeing. With educational depth, rare animal visibility, and a thoughtful design conscious of accessibility and conservation, Wings Wildlife Park’s Personalised Guided Tour is a memorable chapter in any Tasmanian adventure.
easy.
1.5–2 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires ability to walk over uneven terrain for about 90 minutes.
Yes, the tour is family-friendly and designed to engage visitors of all ages with hands-on animal encounters.
The park is wheelchair friendly with wide pathways, though some sections are medium to steep gravel paths; motorized wheelchairs are recommended.
Yes, you can add extra animal encounters at a 15% discount when booked with your guided tour.
Wear sturdy shoes, bring sun protection in summer, and a camera if you want photos of your experience.
Additional animal and fish food is available for purchase to enjoy feeding after the tour ends.
Group sizes vary and affect tour length; larger groups receive extended time to accommodate everyone.
Gunns Plains has a history tied to early Tasmanian agriculture and limestone mining influencing the area's ecology.
Wings Wildlife Park focuses on wildlife rehabilitation and public education to promote sustainable coexistence with native species.
Wings Wildlife Park is a family-focused wildlife park and accommodation provider located in Gunns Plains, Tasmania. The park combines hands-on animal encounters with on-site lodging and camping options to create immersive nature experiences for visitors of all ages. Visitors can book a range of animal encounters including Tasmanian devil, reptile, sugar glider, capybara, meerkat, marmoset, koala, and baby animal snuggle-fests, guided by knowledgeable keepers who offer close-up educational interactions. On-site accommodation options include caravan and camping along the Leven River with powered sites available, and multiple room types such as queen room, double bed room, family room (up to five guests), bunk bed room, and two bunk bed room configurations. Linen and towels are provided for specified rooms and linen options are available for certain bunk rooms. Family capybara encounters and personalised guided tours can be added to stays alongside general admission access to the park. The property delivers family-friendly activities, opportunities for wildlife photography, and relaxed riverside camping with barbecue facilities. Signature species encounters, such as close encounters with Tasmanian devils and capybaras, are presented in supervised settings that prioritise visitor safety and animal welfare. Guests can tailor visits by combining camping or room bookings with targeted animal experiences and guided tours for an engaging, educational stay in Tasmania. The park's offerings suit families, wildlife enthusiasts, school groups, and travellers seeking hands-on animal education and comfortable on-site accommodation. Booking options include single experiences, combined encounter packages, and overnight stays with easy access to Gunns Plains attractions. Book in advance.
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