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Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary (couple trip)

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How Couple-Friendly is Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary?

81%Couple-Friendly
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What makes it 81% Couple-Friendly: Couples can share kangaroo feeding, koala photos and riverside café views for a relaxed date, yet the family-heavy atmosphere and lack of secluded romantic zones reduce the score to 80.

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Positives:

  • Up-close wildlife: You can hand-feed and photograph animals at your own pace.
  • Riverside setting: The café overlooks the river for a quiet break.

Challenges:

  • Peak show crowds: Arrive early at popular shows to secure front-row spots.
  • Uneven paths: Wear comfortable footwear; some trails are gravel or grass.
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What is Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary?

  • The world’s largest koala sanctuary, established in Brisbane in 1927 to protect and study native eucalyptus-dependent marsupials
  • A conservation-driven park that shelters over 200 koalas alongside wombats, kangaroos, Tasmanian devils and other endemic Australian species
  • A riverfront wildlife reserve set among eucalyptus woodlands on the southern bank of the Brisbane River

What is so special about Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary for couple trip?

  1. Hand-feed kangaroos in an open reserve
  2. Book a Koala Moment for a private photo
  3. Join the lorikeet feeding at set times
  4. Enjoy a riverside picnic together

Recommended visit duration: 3-4 hours

Why 3-4 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: Half a day gives time for key wildlife encounters, shows and a relaxed riverside break.

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Couple-Friendly Activities in Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

Hand-feed free-roaming kangaroos:

Walk into the kangaroo reserve and feed tame roos from your hand.

Tip: Buy a feed packet (A$2) at park entry and visit early to avoid crowds.

Koala Moment photo:

Pose with a koala for a quick pat and photo on your own device.

Tip: Book your slot online before arrival to secure a morning or late-afternoon time.

Wild Lorikeet Feeding:

Stand beneath the aviary and feed colourful lorikeets as they perch on you.

Tip: Attend at 9:45 AM or 3:45 PM and wear bright clothing to attract the birds.

Riverside picnic at the café:

Relax by the Brisbane River with coffee or your own picnic.

Tip: Grab a free map to find a quiet spot and bring snacks to enjoy off-peak.

When is the best time to visit Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary (Brisbane, Australia)?

Summer days can exceed 30 °C; bring sun protection and water. In spring, look for baby koalas in the nursery. Winter mornings are cooler and koalas are more active.

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Reviews of Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary (Brisbane)

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T E Dorward

T E Dorward

Jul 2025

This is a really cute little wildlife sanctuary only a few minutes from Brisbane. As it's name suggests, there are koalas here, along with dingoes, Australian reptiles and amphibians, flying foxes, parrots, and platypuses to name a few. You can feed and pet kangaroos and wallabies as well. There are photo opportunities with koalas, dingoes, tree kangaroo, and birds of prey. It takes a couple hours...

Angie Hoschouer

Angie Hoschouer

Jul 2025

An amazing sanctuary featuring all the expected wildlife of Australia: koalas, kangaroo, emu, wombat, dingos, Tasmanian devil, fruit bats, various birds, and a platypus. Petted a kangaroo. It's a beautiful park and definitely a must see.

Anna S

Anna S

Jul 2025

A very nice and well kept animal park. There are different areas and different shows for visitors to enjoy. Although we did not go to see any shows we enjoyed just roaming around, looking for the animals and briefly catching a baby Koala looking out its mother’s pouch. Getting up close with the Kangaroos was another highlight. If you don’t plan on seeing any shows 2-3 hours is more than enough for...

Benjamin Lau

Benjamin Lau

Jun 2025

Been here a couple of times in my early days and remembering it was much more happening and fun then (OK that was like 20 years ago). Always a joy to be amongst the free roaming kangaroos and feeding them except when stepping on all the poop around the area. Seeing all the koalas get high was also comical. Sheepdog as always amazing and intelligent and wished I can bring one home. Gift shop kinda ...

Georgie White

Georgie White

May 2025

Amazing place to visit, allow 3+ hours. So great to see so many koalas and native Australian animals including wombats, Tasmanian devils, native birds, reptiles etc. The free range kangaroos, wallabies and emus section is excellent too. We loved the dingos and barn section/sheepdog demo and the talks were really informative and well pitched. Lots of water points and places to get food which was we...

Typical Budget for a Couple (2 Adults)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Adult entry tickets for twoAUD 100
Cafe lunch or snacksAUD 30
Kangaroo feed packetAUD 4
Total EstimatedAUD 134

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

  1. Buy tickets online: Skip the entry line by pre-purchasing digital tickets.
  2. Plan shows first: Pick up a schedule on arrival and map out show times.
  3. Bring refillable water: Use water fountains to stay hydrated under the sun.
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Map of Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

Address: 708 Jesmond Rd, Fig Tree Pocket QLD 4069, Australia

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About Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

Opening Hours

Monday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

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Phone Number

+61 7 3378 1366

Average price

US$ 33.23
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