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Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is the largest butterfly flight aviary and exhibit in Australia. Home to over 1,500 magnificent tropical butterflies including the striking majestic green Cairns Birdwing, the sanctuary is an all-weather experience in the heart of Kuranda. You’ll be enchanted by these elusive wonders of nature as you wander through the aviary’s boardwalks and gardens with a picturesque rainforest backdrop. Our knowledgeable guides will take you through the aviary and our breeding laboratory, detailing a butterfly’s life cycle and its behaviour.
Inclusions
* General Admission to Australian Butterfly Sanctuary * New Food Plant Walk * Free information sheet in various languages
Exclusions
* Hotel transfers
Options
* 4 Park Pass - includes entry to Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Cairns Wildlife Dome, Rainforestation Nature Park & Wildlife Habitat * Australian Butterfly Sanctuary & Rainforestation Nature Park (includes Army Duck Tour, Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, Koala & Wildlife Park)
Highlights
* Australia's largest butterfly flight aviary and exhibit * Over 2000 magnificent tropical butterflies * Behind the Scenes Laboratory Tour
Location
* Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is situated at 8 Rob Veivers Drive in the heart of Kuranda Village, 40 minutes from Cairns. There is a shuttle bus to Kuranda Heritage Markets and all attractions, departing from the Skyrail & Kuranda Railway Station every 15 minutes between 10am and 3pm daily
Booking Information
* Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking * Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of entry * For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
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About Australian Butterfly Sanctuary Entry Tickets
About Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
The Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is the largest butterfly aviary and exhibition in Australia, home to over 1,500 tropical butterflies, including the magnificent green Cairns Birdwing. This venue offers a weather-proof experience in the heart of Kuranda. You'll be amazed by natural wonders that are often hard to find as you stroll along the aviary's pathways and gardens with a beautiful rainforest backdrop. Expert guides will take you through the aviary and the breeding laboratory, providing details about the butterflies' life cycles and behaviors.
Why Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is a must
* It is the largest butterfly aviary and exhibition in Australia. * It is home to over 1,500 tropical butterflies. * You can visit the behind-the-scenes breeding laboratory.
Top things to do at Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
* Observe over 1,500 beautiful tropical butterfly species, including the green Cairns Birdwing. * Explore the pathways and gardens within the large aviary, enjoying the magnificent rainforest backdrop. * Learn about the life cycles and behaviors of butterflies from expert guides. * Visit the behind-the-scenes butterfly breeding laboratory. * Enjoy a walk along the new butterfly food plant trail.
How to get to Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
The Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is located in the heart of Kuranda village, a 40-minute drive from Cairns. A shuttle service is available to Kuranda Heritage Markets and other attractions, departing from Skyrail & Kuranda Railway Station every 15 minutes between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM daily.
Location of Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
Located at 8 Rob Veivers Drive in the heart of Kuranda village, approximately 40 minutes from Cairns.
Facilities at Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
Free multi-lingual information sheets are available.
Know Before You Go
You will receive a booking confirmation voucher upon reservation. Please print and present the voucher on the day of your visit. Tour operator information and contact details will be specified on your voucher.