Kangaroo Sanctuary

Overview

The Kangaroo Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of orphaned baby kangaroos in Alice Springs. Visitors can experience the unique opportunity to meet and feed the kangaroos in their natural habitat.

The sanctuary plays a crucial role in the conservation of kangaroo populations in the region and offers educational programs about Australian wildlife.

Nature Reserve Educational

Location

Address

Alice Springs, Northern Territory

Neighborhood: East Side

Coordinates

-23.697900, 133.878200

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

sunday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Admission

Adults

$25

Children

$12

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds and cooler temperatures

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

2-3 hours

Full Experience

half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• Baby kangaroo season

summer

hot

• Extended feeding times

autumn

mild

• Kangaroo breeding season

winter

cold

• Cooler mornings

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring water
Wear comfortable shoes

What to Bring

essential

water hat sunscreen

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

drones pets

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: low

• sun exposure

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

Australian Dollar

Typical Costs

entry $25

parking $5

food $10

souvenirs $15

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes and light clothing, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 1 week
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Kangaroo Sanctuary App

Size: 30 MB

Features: Map, Feeding schedule, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Alice Springs Airport

Distance: 15 km

Travel Time: 20 minutes

taxi

$30 20 min

public_transport

$3 30 min

From City Center

Distance: 3 km

bus

$2 10 min

taxi

$10 5 min

bike

free 20 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Unique wildlife experience

Historical Significance: Long history of wildlife conservation

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at the cafe

Local Recommendations

• Try local bush tucker
• Ask for guide Steve

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello G'day

thank_you Ta

where_is Where's

how_much How much

beautiful Beautiful

ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, German, Japanese

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Feeding area

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great kangaroo shots

#kangaroos #wildlife

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas

prohibited areas feeding areas during feeding times

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Alice Springs Desert Park

Distance: 2km

Walking: 25 min

Type: Park

Anzac Hill

Distance: 1.5km

Walking: 20 min

Type: Landmark

Reviews

4.7

Based on 500 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great experience"

Contact Information

+61 8 8952 2800

info@kangaroosanctuary.com

www.kangaroosanctuary.com

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