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Wildlife & Nature Experiences in Southern Gold Coast

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Category: Wildlife & Nature ExperiencesLocation: Southern Gold CoastListing: 1

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Choosing an Animal Encounter

Wildlife groups in the south head to Currumbin, where the sanctuary combines a park, an event venue and an after-dark trail. For planners in the region, the real question is which of those a birthday or work group actually wants.

Three reasons a southern group books the sanctuary:

  • A daytime group visit, for 20 or more, among the animal precincts.
  • A function in its indoor or outdoor event spaces.
  • A night out on the Astra Lumina light trail, Fridays and Saturdays.
  • An adventure add-on through the TreeTop Challenge.
  • A not-for-profit angle, as spending goes back into wildlife care.
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Family birthday or work outing in Currumbin

  • Families can lean on kangaroos, koalas and capybaras for the younger guests.
  • Work teams can use the TreeTop Challenge for something more physical.
  • Koalas by Twilight offers a calmer evening with an arrival drink and canapés.
  • Breakfast With Koalas suits an early start with the keepers.

Booking steps for a large southern group

  • Group visits need payment at least 5 business days ahead.
  • Event spaces are assigned on enquiry, so include your numbers and date.
  • Animal encounters have limited places, so pre-book those early.
  • Consider access: Astra Lumina's inclines aren't suitable for wheelchairs.

Common Questions About Meeting the Animals

Where can southern schools or clubs take a large wildlife group?

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary takes group bookings from 20 people, paid at least 5 business days ahead.

Is there a wildlife venue for a corporate event in the south?

Yes, the sanctuary at Currumbin has indoor and outdoor spaces for corporate occasions.

Can small groups get a special wildlife experience on the Southern Gold Coast?

A foursome can reserve the private hospital tour, which comes with all-day entry.

What is on after dark at the Currumbin park?

Astra Lumina is the illuminated bushland walk, and Koalas by Twilight offers close koala time.