Book Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Tickets

Meet 130+ Aussie animals—from koalas to dingoes—along the Brisbane River at Lone Pine.

• Everything you get: Entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary with access to key zones such Koala Forest, Kangaroo Reserve, & Platypus House. Enjoy daily wildlife presentations and interactive keeper talks.
• Why choose this: Australia’s oldest koala sanctuary offers an up-close, relaxed experience with native wildlife, set along the Brisbane River—perfect for families, first-timers, and nature lovers.

Inclusions

• Entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
• Access to Koala Forest & Platypus House
• Access to Kangaroo Reserve
• Wildlife presentations & keeper talks

• Most of the sanctuary is wheelchair and pram/ stroller accessible with alternate routes for guests with limited mobility. However, areas such as the kangaroo reserves and unpaved paths may not be suitable for wheelchairs.
• Both wheelchairs and strollers are available for hire at $6 each. Contact the venue in advance to ensure you can reserve one.
• Your guide dogs with valid ID are welcome in Lone Pine’s public areas, including the Riverside Café. Entry to the paid sanctuary requires advance booking and the visit is guided by a Lone Pine member, limited to 2 hours.
• Please note that koala holding experiences are no longer offered as of 2024. Instead, you can book a koala encounter where you'll have the chance to gently pet a koala and learn about them from knowledgeable keepers.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Cruise the Brisbane River and see koalas, kangaroos, and platypus at Australia’s oldest sanctuary.

• Everything you get: Glide down the Brisbane River on a 70-minute cruise with live captain commentary before arriving at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. Entry is included, so you can cuddle up to koalas, hand-feed kangaroos, and spot elusive platypus—all without leaving the city.
• Why choose this: This round-trip river cruise and sanctuary visit brings you up close to koalas, kangaroos, and platypus—just a short ride from Brisbane.

Inclusions

• Entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
• Round-trip Brisbane River cruise from the Cultural Centre Pontoon
• Live onboard commentary by the captain

Exclusions

• Food & beverages
• Hotel transfers or other transport
• Wildlife encounter upgrades (e.g., koala photos)

• 8.30-9am: Boarding from Cultural Centre Pontoon
• 9am: Depart Cultural Centre Pontoon
• 10.15am: Arriving at Lone Pine Sanctuary
• 3hrs &15min: Explore Lone Pine Sanctuary
• 13.30pm: Depart Lone Pine Sanctuary
• 14.45pm: Arrive back in city at Cultural Centre Pontoon

• Tip: Grab a seat on the open deck for stunning river views—and don’t miss the platypus exhibit once you arrive at the sanctuary.
• Boarding begins at 8:30am from the Cultural Centre Pontoon, with return to Brisbane by 2:45pm.
• This experience is wheelchair accessible with pram-friendly facilities onboard and at the sanctuary.
• Bring sun protection and a camera for photos with kangaroos and scenic river sights.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.