Koala Park Sanctuary
The Koala Park Sanctuary offers visitors the opportunity to see and photograph Australian wildlife up close in natural surroundings
Located north of Sydney in the West Pennant Hills The Koala Park Sanctuary is a family run sanctuary that was first created back in the 1920's. The sanctuary was created out of the concern of Noel Burnet that the Koala Bear may become extinct if it continued to be hunted by the fur trade in such large numbers. It officially opened to the public in October of 1930.
Still being operated by Noel's daughter this sanctuary is one of only a few places in the world where you can see Koalas living in their natural surroundings. Today, however, you can also see Peacocks, Cockatoos, Emus, Kangaroos, Wombats, Echidna, Rainbow Lorrikeet, Wedge-Tailed Eagles, Dingoes and more here.
The Koala Park Sanctuary has a kiosk serving a selection of snacks and beverages and a restaurant serving BBQ lunches.
There are numerous options for getting to the park from Sydney, however, our directions below will get you there with just one train followed by one bus which will drop you off right by the park entrance. The entire journey will take a little over one hour varying according to the time of day.
Nearby attraction: Lane Cove National Park
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: YesKoala Park Sanctuary Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- 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
Address: 84 Castle Hill Rd, West Pennant Hills NSW 2125, Australia
Phone: (02) 9484 3141
Official Website: Koala Park Sanctuary
Koala Park Sanctuary Reviews
Rated out of 5
I had wonderful experienced for two hours,and luckily I bump into 2pm koala presentation,and got chance to take photos with koalas in close distance.
Every feeding area has affectionate animals (yes I’m talking about the baby goat chewing my jacket in a nice way)
And huge thanks for staff Allen! He showed me around and explained very nicely about the zoo, he really brightened my day!
詩涵陳 - 4 weeks ago
We travelled 15 hrs to Sydney. We decided to visit the Koala Park Sanctuary over the popular zoo. My kids love it since they have petting areas and able to feed and pet them closely. We went on a weekday, not crowded at all. It’s a fun but small - underrated, feel like they need supports for upgrades. No need to purchase the tickets in advance.
Betty S - a week ago
Amazing experience out there.
The koalas rest in eucalyptus shade,
Gentle creatures, nature-made.
Their sleepy eyes, their peaceful grace,
A symbol of this tranquil place.
Kangaroos bound through open fields,
Wombats roam where the forest yields.
Birdsong fills the air so clear,
A melody for all who wander here.
This park, a treasure, wild yet kind,
A space where nature and hearts align.
In every corner, life’s beauty flows,
Koala Park, where wonder grows.
Anto K Sebastian - 3 months ago
I recently visited Koala Park Sanctuary in Sydney and had a mixed experience. The koalas are absolutely beautiful and provide great photo opportunities. The staff are knowledgeable and very friendly, making the visit very enjoyable. I particularly enjoyed the informative koala talk. However, I was disappointed to find that the facilities are quite run down and the animal enclosures look a bit sad. The kangaroo enclosure, in particular, could use some improvement. Despite these issues, the sanctuary has a lot of potential and the dedication of the staff is evident. With some updates and enhancements, it could be a wonderful place to visit.
Caro & Keith Napier - 3 months ago
a fascinating place where the animals are assisted by a great personable also the garden is cared for and maintained. Fantastic being able to feed the kangaroos an emotion that I recommend you try. I do not forget the koala friends today a little sleepy because of the rainy weather, but with a face always nice. Even the other animals welcome you with songs and joyful sounds.
GIUSEPPE VITALI - 4 months ago
Directions
| Train and Bus Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| T1 | Pennant Hills + Bus #632 | 0 minutes |
How to get to Koala Park Sanctuary by Train and Bus
By Train and Bus: From Monday thru Saturday take the T1 North Shore & Northern Line train from either Wynyard, Town Hall or Central Station to Pennant Hills Station. On Sundays take any train going to Central Station first and transfer to the T1 North Shore & Northern Line train to Pennent Hills there. Exit and cross over the tracks and catch Bus #632 for the 8 minute ride to the park.
Note: that some T1 trains don't go straight through but require a transfer at Chatswood or at Epping Station. This works fine, but you may want to make sure you take a straight through train to keep things simple and avoid the need to transfer. Use the real-time directions link below to view all the options including platform numbers.
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