David Fleay Wildlife Park is a activities & tours in Burleigh Heads, NSW, Australia. It has a 4.3/5 rating from 1024 Google reviews. Contact: +61 7 5669 2051. Website: https://parks.desi.qld.gov.au/parks/david-fleay.Listed on thegood.guide, the local's guide to Byron Bay.
David Fleay Wildlife Park
Burleigh Heads · Activities & Tours
Hidden GemHinterlandFamily FriendlyWheelchair Accessible
4.3/5
(1,024 reviews)
The platypus alone is worth the entry fee. David Fleay Wildlife Park sits quietly in the Burleigh Heads hinterland, named after the Australian naturalist who first bred platypus in captivity here. It's small by design, and that's the point. Habitats are large and naturalistic, animals are close, and the staff genuinely want to talk to you about what you're looking at. The bird show draws consistent praise from reviewers. Check the daily schedule before you arrive, as feeding times and shows vary and some animals rotate off display. Budget two hours. There's a café at the entry. Koalas are a reliable constant, including wild ones spotted in the park's own trees. Accessible for prams and wheelchairs, with good shade throughout.
Opening Hours
- Monday9am – 4pm
- Tuesday9am – 4pm
- Wednesday9am – 4pm
- Thursday9am – 4pm
- Friday9am – 4pm
- Saturday9am – 4pm
- Sunday9am – 4pm
Contact
- +61 7 5669 2051
- parks.desi.qld.gov.au/parks/david-fleay
- Loman Ln, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220
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What People Say
Samantha Smitha month ago
Definitely the best wildlife park I've been to. So relaxed, well laid out and informative. The bird show was a highlight, as was being able to get close to the animals. The pedestrian access is across a main road and it's a long bus journey, but worth it. Thank you for an amazing experience 😊
Peter Ea month ago
A nice little park which was very quiet when we visited. Entry is along a short road to a carpark without a lot of signage, amongst the mangroves. Uphill ramp to entry to park. Staff are very nice & helpful. Cafe at entry. Unfortunately a number of animals weren't on display (bilby & tree kangaroo which we really wanted to see & fresh water croc) or not out (dingo). Not a lot of wallabies/kangaroos in walk through area. Koalas are always lovely including the 'wild' ones who are in the parks trees. A couple of animal displays but not at suitable times for us - croc, birds unfortunately. It is small & would think a couple of hours is adequate. The web site is pretty ordinary. Prices were fair but think could have been discounted when major 'attractions not on display.
B Lord3 months ago
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