September is Save the Koala Month, an annual global event dedicated to raising awareness about the beloved koalas and their vulnerable habitats. At Oakvale Wildlife Park, we are excited to offer a special opportunity for our guests to connect with these iconic Australian animals while contributing to a crucial conservation effort.
Throughout September, we invite you to join our exclusive "Meet the Koala" experience, available daily at 11:50 AM and 2:50 PM daily. This 10-minute session allows a maximum of 20 guests to get up close with our resident female koalas in an intimate setting. During this experience, you'll have the chance to learn fascinating facts about these incredible marsupials from our knowledgeable staff, understand the challenges they face in the wild, and discover what we can do to protect them.
Bring your camera or smartphone to capture as many memories as you like!
As part of our commitment to conservation, $5 from every ticket sold for this experience will be donated directly to Oakvale Wildlife Park’s Save Our Wildlife Program. This initiative focuses on supporting endangered species, habitat restoration, and other critical conservation projects. Your participation will help ensure that koalas and other wildlife continue to thrive in their natural environments.
This special koala encounter is an extraordinary opportunity to make a difference while enjoying an unforgettable experience. Spaces are limited, so be sure to secure your spot early.
Come and be a part of our efforts to save Australia's precious wildlife, one koala at a time!
T&C's Apply
Meet the Koalas Encounter Terms & Conditions Entry into Oakvale Wildlife Park is not included in this encounter, you must purchase a separate general entry ticket in addition to this Encounter. Meet the Koalas Encounters are suitable for children of all ages. Children 12 years and older can attend the encounter without a paying adult. Children under the age of 3 can participate in the encounter however MUST be held by a fully paying adult at all times. Children aged 5 -11 must have an accompanying paying adult with them for the duration of the encounter. Waiver forms must be completed prior to your arrival. You must check in for your encounter at least 15 minutes prior to the start time. Late arrival for encounters may result in you forfeiting your encounter. Please advise staff at the time of entry into the park you are booked on an encounter so they are able to provide you with information and the location of your encounter. All encounters are subject to change without notice this includes subjection to weather conditions, animal welfare and park requirements. Should Oakvale Wildlife Park cancel, you will have the option to receive a full refund or reschedule to another encounter, time or day. Food, beverages and other personal items are not permitted to be taken with you during the encounter. A phone or small camera is allowed. Contact with the animal is at the keeper’s direction, guests MUST always follow the directions of the keeper during the encounter. Failure to comply may result in termination of the experience. In New South Wales, it is illegal for any zoo or sanctuary to allow a visitor to hold a koala. Only trained accredited rangers are allowed to hold a koala. We do allow visitors to touch the koalas, however, please understand that if a koala is showing signs of stress we will not allow visitors to interact with it. Cancellations and date changes providing more than 24hrs notice will receive a full refund less a $10 administration fee. Cancellations and date changes providing less than 24hrs notice will receive a 50% refund less a $10 administration fee. Cancellations or date changes on the day of the encounter will result in no refund.