Where to See Wildlife in QUEENSLAND
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Bimbimbie Ornithological Services
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| Outback Queensland |
Araucaria Ecotours, QLD
| "Araucaria Ecotours offer specialised zoologist or naturalist-led tours from Brisbane. A 3-day wildlife tour (camping or bed-and-breakfast) visits rainforest, open forest, wetlands and beaches seeing kangaroos, koalas, platypus, dolphins, waterbirds, forest birds, reptiles, frogs and other wildlife, and also a wildlife sanctuary in a bushland setting that specialises in breeding threatened species. This tour is a great way to learn about Australian wildlife and ecosystems and includes a free wildlife information kit with a 44-page wildlife booklet on Austraoian wildlife. Also offers a budget camping weekend, various day tours (birdwatching, bushwalking, island trips, wildlife tours), 6-day outback tour. Customised tours. Small groups. All ages, all fitness levels, all diets " Advanced eco-accreditation. | ||
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Araucaria Ecotours 1770 Running Creek Road via RATHDOWNEY QLD 4287 Ph: (07) 5544 1283 Email: platypuscorner@bigpond.comWebsite: www.learnaboutwildlife.com Business Type: Tour Operator (Wildlife/Ecotours) |
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Australia Zoo, QLD
| "There is no other zoo like Australia Zoo. They pack in stacks of wildlife action every day and move at a great rate of knots - there are always plenty of exciting wildlife shows to see, friendly and knowledgeable zoo keepers to chat with and heaps of drop-dead gorgeous animals that can't wait to get up close and personal with YOU! If you've ever wanted to cuddle a koala, hand-feed an Asian Elephant, walk alongside a Bengal Tiger, take a Tasmanian Devil for a stroll, wrap a snake around your shoulders or watch a massive Saltwater Crocodile launch a strike from the water's edge, then Australia Zoo is your ultimate destination. Check out Australia Zoo - it's the wildest show on Earth!" | ||
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Australia ZooGlasshouse Mountains Tourist RoadBEERWAH QLD 4519Ph: (07) 5436 2000 FAX: (07) 5494 8604Email: info@australiazoo.com.auWebsite: www.australiazoo.com.au Business Type: Zoo |
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Wildlife commonly seen: Crocodiles, Dingoes, Kangaroos, Koalas, Tortoises, Snakes and Lizards, Tasmanian Devils, Asian Small-clawed Otter Most exciting: Crocodiles, Tigers, Elephants, Cheetahs, Wedge-tailed Eagle |
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Australian Natural History Safari
| "Australian Natural History Safari is a Port Douglas rainforest and outback 4WD day tour. Our highly personalised excursions are limited to a maximum sized group of four to provide a quality experience observing the wildlife of the Daintree Rainforest and the outback of northern Australia. We utilise our own rainforest property in the mountains to the west of Port Douglas to provide unforgettable wildlife encounters. Half day tours are also available." | ||
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Australian Natural History Safari Thylogale Nature Refuge 45 Carr Road JULATTEN QLD 4871 Ph: (07) 4094 1600 Fax: (07) 4094 1600 Email: diane@anhs.com.au Website: www.anhs.com.au
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Wildlife commonly seen: Red-legged Pademelon, Musky Rat-kangaroo, Spotted Catbird, Macleays Honeyeater, Boyds Forest Dragon |
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Bimbimbie Ornithological Services, QLD
| "Bimbimbie Ornithological Services offers personalised bird watching and wildlife tours as well as surveys to identify bird life for property owners. The tours are conducted at selected sites on Queensland's Sunshine Coast and adjoining hinterland just 90 minutes north of Brisbane. Over 300 bird species have been recorded in the district. With a focus on watching the behaviour of animals the tours are scheduled to suit you (from a few hours to a half day or full day or longer). Let Bimbimbie's guide, Gail Hill, plan an adventurous journey of discovery for you." | ||
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Bimbimbie Ornithological ServicesPO Box 883COOROY QLD 4563Ph: (07) 5442 7274Email: bookings@birdingsunshinecoast.com.auWebsite: www.birdingsunshinecoast.com.au Business Type: Tour Operator (Birdwatching) |
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Capricorn Caves , QLD
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Discover Central Queensland's premier nature based tourist attraction where ancient caves honeycomb a limestone ridge and offer a natural beauty different to that of deep underground caves. Daily guided tours are conducted through large well-lit caverns with beautiful decorations and a Cathedral Cave featuring incredible natural acoustics. Queensland Tourism Award winner for Adventure Tourism, book a wild caving adventure. Stay overnight in a deluxe cabin or the caravan park surrounded by natural bushland |
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Capricorn Caves 30 Olsen Caves Rd., The Caves, via Rockampton Qld Qld 4702 Ph: 07 4934 7883 FAX: (07) 4934 2936 Email: capcaves@cqnet.com.au www.capricorncaves.com Business Type: Tourist attraction: limestone caves) |
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Cruise Maroochy Eco, QLD
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"CRUISE MAROOCHY operate a variety of relaxed, fun eco cruises on the Maroochy River on the Sunshine Coast. Using the modern, comfortable fully serviced cruise vessel BLUE LAGUNA, visitors experience a close encounter with the pristine wetland bush in which abounds an aviary of wetland bird life foraging for food. The River hides a treasure of secrets from past centuries to the present day. Secrets, which are uncovered by experienced eco guides in an informative interesting manner using old fashioned commentary and 21st century technology. This is an eco experience that must not be missed." |
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Cruise Maroochy EcoPO Box 133BLI BLI QLD 4560Ph: 0407 333 242 FAX: (07) 5479 0090Email: tours@cruisemaroochyeco.com.auWebsite: www.cruisemaroochyeco.com.au Business Type: Tour Operator (Advanced ECO Cruise Operator) |
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Wildlife commonly seen: Australian Pelican, Black Cormorant, Scared Ibis, Black Wing Stilt, White Face HeronRare Spottings: Black Swan, Eastern Curlew, Male Darter, Royal Spoonbill, Black Shoulder Kite Most exciting: White Bellied Sea Eagle, Azure Kingfisher, Fiddler Crab, Goanna, Brahminy Kite |
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Destiny Boonah ECO Cottage, QLD
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A truly eco-friendly experience, DESTINY Boonah awaits you. Just over an hour from Brisbane and the Gold Coast, and five minutes from the town of Boonah, come to unwind, refresh and be inspired. Set on 200 acres in the heart of the beauty and grandeur of the heritage listed Scenic Rim, DESTINY Boonah offers an opportunity to be at one with nature and wildlife. Relax in the company of kangaroos, koalas, pretty face wallabies, possums, goannas, and a host of other native birds and animals. DESTINY is also home to donkeys from the nearby Eselburg Donkey Farm who provide rescue and welfare services for donkeys.Come with your partner, family or friends. Enjoy bush walking, mountain bike riding, and horse riding on your on horse or just relax and enjoy the views from the verandahs.The fully self contained, solar and wind powered 3 bedroom ECO Cottage sleeps seven and your horse can even come too !! Special reduced rate ECO packages are available for those who wish to bring their own linen. ECO certified for Nature Tourism, registered Land for Wildlife and Green STAR Accredited with AAA Tourism. |
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DESTINY Boonah Fax: 07 54632946 Mob: 0405 495 797
Business Type: Accommodation ( ECO accredited) |
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Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, QLD
| "Hartley's Crocodile Adventures is a multi-award winning ecotourism accredited attraction. Situated between Palm cove and Port Douglas, featuring lagoon boat cruises enabling guaranteed viewing of large saltwater crocodiles and other wetland wildlife in a natural melaleuca lagoon; a crocodile walk through billabongs containing salt and freshwater crocs; turtle pond; waterbird habitat; rainforest cassowary walk; koala display; restaurant overlooking the lagoon; multipurpose amphitheatre for our famous 3.00pm "Crocodile Attack Show", all set in a World Heritage listed bushland setting. Designed for wheelchair access. Tours of our adjoining crocodile farm are also available. Our brand new Macalister Education Centre is an interpretive display focusing on the history, geology and natural features of this very special part of the Wet tropics World Heritage Area. The Centre will include static and tactile displays as well as live exhibits including fish, reptiles and insects. Open daily 8.30am - 5.00pm (except Christmas Day). " | ||
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Hartley's Crocodile AdventuresPO Box 171PALM COVE QLD 4879Ph: (07) 4055 3576 Fax: (07) 4059 1017Email: sales@crocodileadventures.comWebsite: www.crocodileadventures.com
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Wildlife commonly seen: Crocodiles, snakes, Koalas, Cassowary
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Kingfisher Park Birdwatchers Lodge, QLD
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"We are located at Julatten, 1½ hours drive North-West of Cairns Far North Queensland. Accommodation and camping facilities are provided within a rainforest nature reserve at an altitude of 440m. We primarily cater for birdwatchers as well as photographers and anyone else with an interest in nature based activities. Over 350 bird species, including the 13 Wet Tropics endemics, occur within the area making it one of the most rewarding birding regions in Australia. Upon arrival guests are given maps and up to date birding information including latest sightings. Bird guiding can be arranged with local experts." |
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Kingfisher Park Birdwatchers Lodge RN 6 Mt. Kooyong Road JULATTEN QLD 4871 Ph: (07) 4094 1263 FAX: (07) 4094 1466 Email: sootyowl@bigpond.com.au Website: www.birdwatchers.com.au
Business Type: Accommodation |
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Wildlife commonly seen: Masked Owl, Macleay?s Honeyeater, Pale Yellow Robin, Yellow-breasted Boatbill, Pied Monarch Rare Spottings: Black-breasted Buzzard, Rufous Owl, Little Kingfisher, Blue-faced Parrot-Finch, Echidna Most exciting: Red-necked Crake, Lesser Sooty Owl, Buff-breasted Paradise-Kingfisher (Nov-April), Noisy Pitta, Striped Possum, Platypus |
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Kirrama Wildlife Tours, QLD
| "Kirrama Wildlife Tours offers fully accommodated personalised birdwatching tours for small groups. In every region we search for the endemic and special birds in their natural habitat. Tours take place from the Wet Tropics of North Queensland to Kakadu and the Kimberley, south-western Western Australia and the Gulf and inland areas. Specialising in Iron Range and Cape York and in conjunction with Brian Coates we visit Papua New Guinea!" | ||
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Kirrama Wildlife ToursPO Box 1400INNISFAIL QLD 4860Ph: (07) 4065 5181 Fax: (07) 4065 5197Email: kirrama@znet.net.auWebsite: www.gspeak.com.au/kirrama/index.html Business Type: Tour Operator (Birdwatching) |
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Wildlife commonly seen: Palm Cockatoo, Eclectus Parrot, Golden BowerbirdRare spottings: Gouldian Finch Most exciting: Black Grasswren |
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Mangrove Man Tours, QLD
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"Mangrove Man Tours offers small, personalized, bird watching and wildlife viewing river cruises offering in depth and accurate information. Every day starts with a bird watching cruise (6:15 am) that takes around two to two and a half hours. Other cruises highlight the natural history and ecosystems of tropical rivers. Cruises have No set time of departure' and No set duration' to ensure you get the best cruise available. Simply contact us, tell us what you want to see, and we will design a cruise to suit your interests and the time you have available." |
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Mangrove Man Tours 9 Thomas Street MOSSMAN QLD 4873 Ph: (07) 4098 2066 FAX: (07) 4098 3309Email: mangrovemantours@bigpond.comWebsite: www.mangroveman.com.au Business Type: Tour Operator (Birdwatching and Natural History River Cruises) |
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Wildlife commonly seen: Little Kingfisher, Collared Kingfisher, Mangrove Robin, Papuan Frogmouth, Great-billed Heron |
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Mt Barney Lodge Country Retreat, QLD
| "Mt Barney Lodge Country Retreat has a special location next to the World Heritage-listed Mt Barney National Park and Mt Gillies State Forest. Three generations of the Larkin family live onsite with a wealth of local knowledge and experience for you to share. We are lucky to be in such close proximity to the native animals endemic to this area as they pass through our property on the way to water, food and breeding sites. Our 30 acres of revegetated land is bordered at the front by the Logan River which is a drawcard to animals and birds, including platypus. We offer comfortable accommodation in a real "Queenslander" Homestead, cabins or camping; the option of homestyle meals and adventure activities such as abseiling, rock climbing and hikes allow you to experience nature's beauty. Over 130 birds have been sighted from the property and the Queensland Frog Society have sighted a record number and variety of frogs!" | ||
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Mt Barney Lodge Country Retreat 1093 Upper Logan RoadBARNEY VIEW QLD 4287Ph: (07) 5544 3233 Fax: (07) 5544 3233Email: mtbarneylodge@bigpond.comWebsite: www.mtbarneylodge.com.au Business Type: Accommodation/Adventure Activity Operator |
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Wildlife commonly seen: Red-necked Wallaby, King Parrots, Lace Monitor, Possums, Green Tree SnakesRare spottings: Platypus, Koala Most exciting: Brush-tailed Rock Wallaby, Glossy Black Cockatoo, Wedge-tailed Eagle, Bandicoots, diverse frog population |
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Noosa North Shore, QLD
| "Noosa North Shore is nestled between Lake Cooroibah and Teewah Beach at the entrance to the Great Sandy National Park (Cooloola Section). It is also adjacent to Queensland's cleanest urban river system, the Noosa River on one side and 54 km of pristine beach on the other. The property currently hosts a variety of accommodation and recreation facilities. All set in natural bushland surrounded by a wide variety of ecosystems hosting abundant flora and fauna. Future plans include the development of a world class visitor and interpretive centre; highlighting the history of Noosa's North Shore!" | ||
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Noosa North ShorePO Box 3910SOUTH BRISBANE QLD 4101Ph:(07) 3004 7400 Fax: (07) 3004 7401Email: pmassingham@petrac.com.auWebsite: www.noosanorthshore.com.au Business Type: Accommodation |
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Wildlife commonly seen: Eastern Grey Kangaroo, Swamp Wallaby, Ringtail Possum, Kookaburra, Bats |
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O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat, QLD
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Discover the magic of O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat, situated in the middle of World Heritage listed Lamington National Park and surrounded by 20,000 hectares of sub tropical rainforest, it is the ideal base to explore, or just get back to nature. Explore 160kms of walking trails, marvel at over 500 waterfalls, and discover an amazing range of wildlife, birdlife and flora. O’Reilly’s is more than a mountain resort, it is a retreat from the world where traditions of yesteryear have been faithfully preserved and a holiday can be enjoyed with the best nature has to offer. O’Reilly’s … where good things just come naturally
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O'Reilly's Rainforest RetreatLamington National Park RoadVIA CANUNGRA QLD 4275Ph: (07) 5544 0644 FAX: (07) 5544 0638Email: reservations@oreillys.com.auWebsite: www.oreillys.com.au Business Type: Accommodation |
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Wildlife commonly seen: Pademelons, Regent Bowerbirds, Satin Bowerbirds, Orange-eyed Tree Frog, Carpet PythonRare Spottings: Rufous Scrub-bird, Coxen's Fig Parrot, Hastings River Mouse, Spotted-tail Quoll, Sooty Owl Most exciting: Lamington Spiny Crayfish (blue), Albert's Lyrebird, Marbled Frogmouth, Brush-tailed Phascogale, Fleay's Barred Frog |
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Red Mill House, QLD
| "A magnificent old 'Queenslander' home set in a beautiful large tropical garden and situated in Daintree Village. Catering to birdwatchers and lovers of nature, Red Mill House is in easy access of Daintree National Park and the Great Barrier Reef. Four modern ensuite rooms with airconditioning and large verandahs plus a two bedroom share facility unit with lounge in Red Mill House. Share library and lounge, large swimming pool, open verandahs, laundry, BBQ and internet are all available for guest use. A full cooked breakfast with homemade breads and yoghurt is served on the verandah overlooking the garden." | ||
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Red Mill HouseStewart StreetDAINTREE VILLAGE QLD 4873Ph: (07) 4098 6233 Fax: (07) 4098 6233Email: info@redmillhouse.com.au Website: www.redmillhouse.com.au Business Type: Accommodation |
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Tamborine Mountain Glow-worm Caves, QLD
| "Come on a magical underground adventure through our amazing 70m cave system. Glow-worms (Arachnocampa spp.) are only found in Australia and New Zealand and the million dollar caves were built to enable people to see thousands of glow-worms during the day in a safe environment. Tours take 25 minutes and depart every half hour from 10.00am - 3.30pm daily (4pm tour available on weekends). Pre-bookings for groups are highly recommended. Are you ready to discover an animal that thinks the sun shines out of its bum?" | ||
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Tamborine Mountain Glow-worm Caves104-144 Hartley RoadNORTH TAMBORINE QLD 4727Ph: (07) 5545 1666 FAX: (07) 5545 4762Email: info@cedarcreekestate.com.auWebsite: www.cedarcreekestate.com.au Business Type: Tour Operator (Glow-worm Caves on a Winery Estate). |
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Wildlife commonly seen: Glow-worms!! (Arachnocampa flava), Eastern Water Dragon, Red-bellied Black Snake, Carpet Python, Satin Bower BirdRare spottings: Land Mullets Most exciting: Glow-worms!!, snakes |
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Wild Watch Australia, QLD
| "Personalised birdwatching and wildlife excursions from one day to several days or even several weeks in duration, either fully accommodated or with guiding only. Wild Watch Australia offers the visitor an unparalleled opportunity to observe tropical North Queensland's unique wildlife in a diversity of habitats ranging from the rainforests of the Misty Mountains to coral cays of the Great Barrier Reef. Operating mainly in the Cairns, Tablelands, Misty Mountains, Daintree and Great Barrier Reef regions we also lead tours to most other notable 'wildlife and birding' destinations around Australia. Our 300 acre private highland rainforest preserve, 'Warrigal', in the Misty Mountains is noted for its resident population of Lumholtz's Tree-kangaroos, rare rainforest possums, Platypus and Golden Bowerbirds." | ||
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Wild Watch Australia PO Box 707 RAVENSHOE QLD 4888 Ph: (07) 4097 7408 Fax: (07) 4097 7408 Email: jmunro@wildwatch.com.au Website: www.wildwatch.com.au
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Business Type: Tour Operator (Birdwatching, Wildlife Viewing, Spotlighting)
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Wildlife commonly seen: Lumholtz's Tree-kangaroo, Platypus, Golden Bowerbird, Victoria's Riflebird, Rufous Owl, Lemuroid, Herbert River and Green Ringtail Possums, 10 species of Kangaroos, Boyd's Forest Dragon and Frilled Lizard. Rare spottings: Bennett's Tree-kangaroo (Daintree), Northern Bettong, Spotted-tailed Quoll, Freckled Duck and Grass Owl. |
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