Cleland Wildlife Park Experience - Crafers SA

Take a walk on the wild side and engage with some of Australia’s most unique and curious wildlife on this day tour from Adelaide! Cleland Wildlife Park is nestled within the beautiful Cleland Conservation Park just 30 minutes from from the city centre. Whilst immersing yourself in the wonders of this natural bush environment, discover some of over 130 species of native wildlife in the park. The Koala close-up experience and the hand feeding of kangaroos and potoroos are definite must do’s!

– Small group size ensures a personalised service.
– All inclusive of Cleland Wildlife Park entry fees along with a complimentary bag of animal food, park orientation and return transfer.
– Scenic drive into the Adelaide Hills via the Cleland Conservation Park route including a stop at Mount Lofty Summit.
– Plenty of time to explore the self-guided discovery trails at your leisure – walk among and hand feed the free roaming wildlife.
– Listen to informative and engaging talks by Cleland park keepers at feeding times and explore the Ocean to Outback Interpretive Centre.
– Koala close-up experience – meet, touch and photograph Australia’s cutest inhabitant!*
– Park maps are provided and available in English, French, Chinese, German, Italian or Japanese.

Be amazed with the views from Mount Lofty Summit
Before arriving at the wildlife park, we take a short stop at Mount Lofty Summit to enjoy the magnificent panorama over Adelaide. At approximately 710m, the summit is the highest point in the Adelaide Hills with uninterrupted views to the Gulf St. Vincent and as far as the eye can see north and south along the coastline.

Experience the Cleland Wildlife Park difference
This 35 hectare natural bush setting provides a unique open space environment with very few enclosures. It is home to over 130 species of native animals and is one of only a few places in the world where you can hold a koala. Cleland Wildlife Park is well known for its management and care in the health and wellbeing of the animals.

Choose your Koala encounter
Get up close to Australia’s iconic Koala! Your entry fee includes the “close-up” experience where you can meet, touch and photograph one of the park’s cutest inhabitants while listening to the keepers who care for them. For an additional fee (no pre-booking), you have a unique opportunity to hold a koala and have a professional photo taken at the same time. * Koala experience availability is at the discretion of the park.

Walk among the free roaming animals
As you explore the park and follow the self-discovery trails, find an abundance of native wildlife and walk among the free roaming animals in their natural environment. Explore the lively wetlands where the pelicans, cormorants and water birds live. See kangaroos, emus, dingoes, wallabies, Tasmanian devils and many more!

Enjoy an immersive experience
Engaging with the park’s friendliest inhabitants provide a truly immersive experience. The best way to get up close to the kangaroos, wallabies and potoroos is by hand feeding them with the included animal food. Don’t forget to save some for the emus and waterfowl as you make your way around the park!

And do so much more!
Don’t forget the interactive keeper talks; it is a great way to learn about and see the animals in action! The Ocean to Outback Interpretive Centre provides an opportunity to learn about South Australia’s diverse ecosystems whilst viewing the nocturnal animals, small mammals and reptiles – you may even choose the reptile hold experience!

Tip: Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy in the park or sample some local South Australian produce at the Cleland Café.