Australian Butterfly Sanctuary

Kuranda, Australia • Cairns, Australia

Activity type

Attraction

Operating hours

09:30 – 15:30

Voucher delivery

≈ 5 min after booking

Highlights

Wander through the aviary's rainforest gardens, where butterflies roam freely.
View the bright blue Ulysses butterfly, usually found living below the rainforest canopy.
Explore the egg laying area, pupae area and emergence cage, UV light display, and more.

About this activity

The Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, located in the heart of Kuranda Village, is Australia’s largest butterfly flight aviary and exhibit. Home to over 1,200 free-flying tropical butterflies in a rainforest setting, marvel at their vibrant colours and intricate patterns. Observe local rainforest species, including the bright Red Lacewing Butterfly and the majestic green-and-yellow Cairns Birdwing. Learn about the lifec…

What's included

Included

Admission

Not included

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Location

Good to know

Child policy: - Children under 4 years are free of charge. Good to know: - A complimentary 30-minute guided tour of the aviary and laboratory is available upon request between 10:00 AM and 3:15 PM. Please inquire with staff on arrival. - Check the official website for the daily opening hours before your visit.

Categories & locations

Zoo

Kids & Family

Wildlife

Regions

Kuranda, Queensland, Australia

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

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