Platypus - Behind the Scenes

    Discover the fascinating lives of platypuses

    Explore ourPlatypus Encounter Features

    Discover the world of platypuses like never before! This 30-minute guided experience takes you behind the scenes, where you’ll learn fascinating details about platypus care and even help prepare and feed their afternoon snack.

    Here's what's included:

    ★ Exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to our off-display platypus house, led by a Lone Pine guide.

    ★ Learn more about the daily care and unique needs of our resident platypuses.

    ★ Participate in preparing and feeding a tasty snack to the platypuses, for an unforgettable experience.

    THE DETAILS

    Package Price: $50 per person
    AM Session: 9:15 am – 9:45 am (Saturday & Sunday)
    PM Session: 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm (Monday to Sunday)

    Please note:

    • Entry to the sanctuary is not included and must be booked separately.
    • Price includes all encounters and experiences listed above.
    • A surcharge of $5/per person applies on Sundays.
    • Excluding Queensland public holidays.
    • This experience is designed for participants aged 3 years and over. Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult participant and supervised at all times.
    • Group size is limited to 6 guests to ensure an intimate experience.
    • Private bookings for groups larger than 6 can be arranged upon request by emailing [email protected]t
    • Bookings are essential and subject to availability.
    • Important: Due to the platypus’s natural venom production, they cannot be touched or held by guests.

      THE DETAILS

      Package Price: $50 per person
      AM Session: 9:15 am – 9:45 am (Saturday & Sunday)
      PM Session: 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm (Monday to Sunday)

      Please note:

      • Entry to the sanctuary is not included and must be booked separately.
      • Price includes all encounters and experiences listed above.
      • A surcharge of $5/per person applies on Sundays.
      • Excluding Queensland public holidays.
      • This experience is designed for participants aged 3 years and over. Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult participant and supervised at all times.
      • Group size is limited to 6 guests to ensure an intimate experience.
      • Private bookings for groups larger than 6 can be arranged upon request by emailing [email protected]t.
      • Bookings are essential and subject to availability.
      • Important: Due to the platypus’s natural venom production, they cannot be touched or held by guests.

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