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Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
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2403 reviewsAbout
Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is the largest butterfly flight aviary and exhibit in Australia. The all-weather attraction is home to over 1,200 butterflies.
Only a short walk from Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and the Kuranda Scenic Railway station, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is located in the heart of Kuranda. Experience the magic of butterflies fluttering all around by taking a stroll through the aviary's gardens and boardwalks.
Join a tour behind the scenes in the breeding laboratory, housing up to 4,000 caterpillars, or download a free audio tour. Learn more about these magical creatures with educational exhibits.
Observe a butterfly wing through a microscope, Silk Moth caterpillars, the massive Hercules Moth, and the insects in the Mini Beasts display. See through the eyes of a butterfly in the UV Room, explore food plants on the new walk, witness the butterfly lifecycle from eggs to daily aviary release and be amazed at butterflies from all over the globe in the museum displays.
Hours
See listed hours
Daily: 09:30–15:30
Facilities and visitor features
30 featuresCaters for people who use a wheelchair.
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Reviews & Ratings
Aussie VG
Google review
We love visiting the sanctuary each time we are in TNQ. Best time to go is as soon as they open, to get in early before the skyrail/scenic train crowds arrive. My daughter wore her butterfly hat and flower clips and had lots of butterflies landing on her. Great value for money when in Kuranda.
Rob T
Google review
It's a cool and interesting place to visit when you're in Kuranda. I feel like they could get away with $50 tickets, but I was very refreshed when I saw it was only $25 a person. Thank you for that.
Jas
Google review
Super fun! Small exhibit but totally worth it if you love butterflies! Some times they love landing on you, so be prepared to get quite close! The butterfly release was super cute, it goes quite quick for the price, but it was still a very cute experience. Lots of amazing photo opportunities and a beautiful butterfly museum exhibit
Chris H
Google review
Thoroughly enjoyed our time at the butterfly sanctuary. The guided tour was fantastic and the guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. It was lovely getting so close to the butterflies. I highly recommend visiting the butterfly sanctuary.
Dimitri R
Google review
Decent overall experience and good customer service. Despite the butterflies being a little more on the dormant side due to weather, many unique species to see. Great horticultural value and well maintained gardens. Similarly to other sites, needs to be updated to meet current DDA standards for wheelchair and pram access.
Get in touch
Where you'll be
8 Rob Veivers Drive
Kuranda QLD 4881