Cleland Wildlife Park
Walking trails
The Wildlife Park showcases some of South Australia's most unique and spectacular environments and the wildlife that have made these regions their home. Many of Cleland's animals are free to roam the open spaces of the park. Wander amongst kangaroos, emus, wallabies, and birds, and get a real 'feel' for the wildlife. The animals are quite accustomed to people, allowing you to pat and feed them. The trails throughout the park take you through various habitats and are all wheel-chair accessible. Interpretive signs throughout the park give you glimpses into the world of animals and tell the story of Cleland's role in their conservation.
Taking time to experience the life and colour of the Australian bush in the surrounding Cleland Conservation Park is also extremely rewarding. The walking trails lead you deep into the Conservation Park where you can enjoy the whistles and calls of a variety of native birds, admire the colourful wildflowers and discover an abundance of wildlife. For a detailed map and more information on specific trails pick up a Cleland Conservation Park Bushwalking Guide for a small fee from the Wildlife Park admissions counter.
Guided Tours
The Wildlife Park offers guided tours for groups wishing to receive a more informative experience. Tours run for one hour and a guide can accommodate 20 persons. Bookings essential and fees apply.
Yurridla Trail
This unique tour is based around the inseparable relationship between Aboriginal culture and Australian wildlife. Visitors will discover how the natural environment has always formed part of the traditional Aboriginal lifestyle and how sacred animals have gained age-old ceremonial significance. Trained Aboriginal guides bring to life Dreaming stories involving dingos, koalas, emus and kangaroos.
This is a joint venture between the Wildlife Park and Tauondi Cultural Agency. Bookings and enquiries for this service should be directed to Tauondi Cultural Agency by telephoning (61 8) 8240 0300. Fees apply.
Nightlife @ Cleland
Discover a different view of Cleland and experience the nighttime world of South Australia's intriguing and endangered animals by joining our trained guides on an exclusive 90 minute nocturnal tour. Be engaged as the forest comes alive with potoroos, bettongs and bandicoots foraging for food in the leaf litter, and our wallabies, koalas and kangaroos carry out their nocturnal antics. Feed wild possums, search for bats and learn how to create habitats for nocturnal animals in your own backyard. Discover Cleland's new 'Ocean to Outback Interpretive Centre' and enjoy a warm cuppa with your guide and a local furry resident at the conclusion of your tour.
Tours are available every the third Friday of each month during daylight savings (weather permitting). Please call (6 18) 8339 2444 to confirm the next scheduled Nightlife @ Cleland tour. A minimum of 15 persons are required for the tour to occur. Bookings are essential and fees apply.
Time: 7.45 pm for 8 pm start
Cost: fees apply. Discount available for groups of 20 persons or more.
Koalas in Close-up
Come face to face with a koala, one of Australia's most unique animals, by joining one of our daily "Koalas in Close Up" sessions. All ages will enjoy petting and photographing these iconic Australian animals.
These free hands-on information sessions are available daily:11 am to 12 pm
2 pm to 4 pm
Koala handling and photographic opportunity
Hold a koala and capture the moment by being professionally photographed in this memorable experience. Presented in a special folder, this photo makes a great souvenir of your visit.
This service is available daily between 2 pm to 4 pm with an extra service provided on Sundays and public holidays between 11 am and 12 pm. Fees apply.
In order to maintain strict animal welfare standards, handling does not occur if the temperature exceeds 32 degrees in Cleland Wildlife Park, due to the level of discomfort for the koalas. An alternative opportunity is available.
Daily animal feed presentations
Join Cleland staff daily for friendly and informative sessions as they feed some of the resident wildlife. Visitors will gain a fascinating insight into Australia's wildlife by participating in one of these sessions.
| Daily feed times are: | |
| Lorikeets | 12.30 pm |
| Tasmanian Devil | 2 pm |
| Dingos | 2.30 pm |
| Pelicans/waterfowl | 3 pm |
| Forest Aviary | 3.15 pm |
| Snakes/reptiles | 1.30 pm (Sundays only) |
| *Note: times subject to change without notice. | |
Ocean to Outback Interpretive Centre
The Ocean to Outback Interpretice Centre offers a tremendous interactive experience, taking visitors on a journey through South Australia and providing a taste of what to expect when visiting our diverse landscapes. Witness for yourself the lasting impacts we have on these fragile environments and how we can all work towards securing their future.
Tread boardwalks over ancient beach sand, view vistas of dynamic South Australian coastal systems and be thrilled by the tail luring of the Death Adder while journeying the coast and island landscapes.
Marvel at the antiquity of the Flinders and Gammon Ranges, while running your hands over the Ediacaran fossil impressions embedded in the rocks of the Ghost Bat cave. Delight at observing the Fat-tailed Dunnarts through their hollow log window, and carefully lift the bark panel to reveal the geckos living in South Australia's arid ranges landscape.
Enter the desert at dusk and watch the Woma Pythons emerging from their daytime burrow to search for food. Wonder at the transformation from parched landscape to breath-taking beauty as the desert landscapes respond to life-giving rains.
Step into your own backyard and be amazed to learn that Adelaide backyards account for almost 14,000 ha of landscape and that the area we know as metropolitan Adelaide was once the richest in biodiversity of any landscape in South Australia.
Use our multimedia screens to see how you can establish your own 'Backyard for Wildlife' using native plants, and assist in providing habitat for butterflies, bats, possums, lizards, frogs and birds.
Open 9.30 am to 5 pm. Entry is free after entry to the Wildlife Park.
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