Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary (pronounced “Bon-a-rong”) was established in 1981 as a sanctuary for injured and orphaned wildlife and is Tasmania's most …
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Mar 19, 2025
Whilst I welcome their efforts for the animals; they are obviously helping them, but I didn't witness much of interest. Yes there were smaller kangaroos around and a few birds, but no sign of the ani…Full review by swinstan
Mar 18, 2025
Lucky to see so many animals in residence - tasmanian devil, wombat, kangaroos, echidna, and a kookaburra. Enjoyed the guide's talk on the echidna. Got to feed and pet a kangaroo. Sadly, the dingo…Full review by MaBiobabe
Mar 14, 2025
The sanctuary is amazing. They have a priceless albino Black Cockatoo. They have a 105 yrs old parrot that received a letter from the Royal family when it turned 100. They have multiple Tassie Dev…Full review by Geri W
Hi There, I am going to Hobart in May. May I ask you what shuttle from town did you take to go to and return from Bonarong? I will not have a car so any tips on transport are appreciated! Thanks Joseph
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If you contact Bonorong, they have a car service that can pick you up and drop you off.
Hi, may I know when would be the best time to visit the sanctuary whereby the animals are most active? Morning afternoon or evening? Before lunch times
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We got there at 5 pm, fed the kangaroos and then had the behind the scenes nighttime visit. They were all ready to eat ...the nocturnal ones we fed later in the tour.