Step into the wild side of MELT Festival at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
For one evening only, the sanctuary opens after dark for Out in the Wild, a fresh twist on the classic wildlife tour.
Join our expert education team and their unapologetically untrained “assistant”, a drag queen armed with quick wit, unscripted commentary, and no filter. Together, they lead you through an immersive after-hours journey where scripted wildlife facts collide with spontaneous humour, making each tour a one-of-a-kind experience.
Before or after your tour, spend time at our riverside café overlooking the Brisbane River. With food included, drinks available for purchase, and a lively host keeping the crowd entertained with games and banter, the atmosphere carries through the whole night.
Whether you come for the koalas, the comedy, or simply a night out with a difference, Out in the Wild delivers wildlife, performance, and community in equal measure.
Limited capacity. Book early to secure your spot!
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Choose your Adventure
What’s Included:
- 90-minute Nocturnal Night Tour (Education host + Drag Queen)
- Roving entertainment & Drag Bingo (with prizes)
- Finger food & canapé platters
- Riverside Café open for drinks & snacks
- 5:00pm – Arrive @ Lone Pine & Welcome
- 5:30pm – 7:00pm – Nocturnal Night Tour (90 mins)
- 7:00pm – 9:00pm – Riverside entertainment (Drag Bingo, neon performer, photo ops)
- 9:00pm – Event Close
What’s Included:
- Return cruise Southbank ⇄ Lone Pine (onboard bar & café)
- 90-minute Nocturnal Night Tour (Education host + Drag Queen)
- Roving entertainment & Drag Bingo (with prizes)
- Finger food & canapé platters
- Riverside Café open for drinks & snacks
- 3:30pm – Board @ Southbank Cultural Centre Pontoon
- 3:45pm – Cruise departs for Lone Pine
- 5:00pm – Arrive @ Lone Pine & Welcome Drink
- 5:30pm – 7:00pm – Nocturnal Night Tour (90 mins)
- 7:00pm – 9:00pm – Riverside entertainment (Drag Bingo, neon performer, photo ops)
- 9:00pm – Event Close
- 9:15pm – Return cruise departs (cruise guests only)
What’s Included:
- 90-minute Nocturnal Night Tour (Education host + Drag Queen)
- Roving entertainment & Drag Bingo (with prizes)
- Finger food & canapé platters
- Riverside Café open for drinks & snacks
- 5:00pm – Arrive @ Lone Pine & Welcome
- 5:00pm – 7:00pm – Riverside entertainment (Drag Bingo, neon performer, photo ops)
- 7:30pm – 9:00pm – Nocturnal Night Tour (90 mins)
- 9:00pm – Event Close
What’s Included:
- Return cruise Southbank ⇄ Lone Pine (onboard bar & café)
- 90-minute Nocturnal Night Tour (Education host + Drag Queen)
- Roving entertainment & Drag Bingo (with prizes)
- Finger food & canapé platters
- Riverside Café open for drinks & snacks
- 3:30pm – Board @ Southbank Cultural Centre Pontoon
- 3:45pm – Cruise departs for Lone Pine
- 5:00pm – Arrive @ Lone Pine & Welcome
- 5:00pm – 7:00pm – Riverside entertainment (Drag Bingo, neon performer, photo ops)
- 7:30pm – 9:00pm – Nocturnal Night Tour (90 mins)
- 9:00pm – Event Close
- 9:15pm – Return cruise departs (cruise guests only)
Book Your Tickets
Secure your place for this one night only experience.
Terms & Conditions:
- This is an 18+ event only. ID will be required on entry.
- This event may include strong language and adult themes.
- Tickets include a catered menu. Drinks are available for purchase.
- Tours involve outdoor walking; comfortable footwear is recommended.
- This event runs in all weather conditions except where unsafe. In the event of severe weather, ticket-holders will be notified of rescheduling or refund options.
- Tickets are non-refundable.
- By attending, guests acknowledge that photos/video may be taken for promotional purposes.
