Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

About Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary in Brisbane. The current curated ranking identifies the exact production place and prioritises it for Australian wildlife viewing and interpretation within a managed sanctuary setting. This draft stays within those recorded facts and does not infer an operating schedule, admission price, or temporary programme. Treat Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary as a distinct stop with its own setting and visitor rhythm, not merely as a label to collect on a checklist. Daily 09:00–17:00. Last entry is 16:00. There are no regular closure days; the sanctuary states that it opens on all public holidays without a surcharge.

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What's inside

The visit centres on Australian wildlife viewing and interpretation within a managed sanctuary setting. In practical terms, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is a multi-area animal attraction where exhibits and visitor paths require deliberate sequencing. Begin with the defining feature, then decide whether the remaining spaces justify more time. The current fact pack does not provide a complete inventory of rooms, facilities, exhibits, services, or temporary installations, so this draft does not manufacture one. Last entry is 16:00. Last entry is 16:00. There are no regular closure days; the sanctuary states that it opens on all public holidays without a surcharge.

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How long to spend

Allow about 75 to 120 minutes for a focused visit to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary; this is editorial planning guidance rather than an operator-issued duration. The useful pace is moving between animal areas without rushing scheduled or staff-led activities. Add time for transport, queues, mobility needs, rest stops, or a deeper interest in the subject. Shorten the visit when Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is one stop in a tightly grouped precinct walk. Adult day pass, age 18 and over: AUD 63. Adult day pass, age 18 and over: AUD 63. General admission includes daily talks, shows and feedings; separately bookable experiences and encounters cost extra.

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Season and crowds

The most useful timing for Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is a cooler part of the day when outdoor walking is more comfortable and animals may be easier to observe. Brisbane weather can change the comfort and character of an outdoor or partly outdoor visit, while indoor institutions may become more attractive during heat or rain. Daily 09:00–17:00. The sanctuary occupies naturally hilly terrain, and not every slope is easily navigated in an unassisted wheelchair. Alternate accessible routes are marked on the visitor map, but the kangaroo reserves and some unpaved paths may be unsuitable for unassisted wheelchair access.

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Tickets

Consult the linked operator or institutional source before travel for the current price, booking rules, concessions, timed-entry requirements, and refund terms. Keep optional paid components separate from the basic visit in the itinerary. This draft makes no price estimate and does not convert or repeat figures from unofficial listings, because those details can change without notice. Adult day pass, age 18 and over: AUD 63. General admission includes daily talks, shows and feedings; separately bookable experiences and encounters cost extra. The sanctuary occupies naturally hilly terrain, and not every slope is easily navigated in an unassisted wheelchair.

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Getting there

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is approached through a site outside Brisbane's compact central walking area, so the outward and return journey need planning. Choose the route according to the next confirmed stop rather than crossing Brisbane repeatedly. The entrance is at 708 Jesmond Road, Fig Tree Pocket. The entrance is at 708 Jesmond Road, Fig Tree Pocket. Brisbane bus route 430 departs Ann Street and route 445 departs Wickham Terrace; both serve “Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary at Lone Pine, stop 42” (stop ID 001550). Free visitor parking is available on site. Koala & River Cruises also operates a 75-minute trip from Cultural Centre Pontoon, departing Brisbane at 09:00 and arriving at 10:15, seven days a week subject to availability; CityCat ferries do not serve Lone Pine.

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What to watch out for

Plan around animal welfare rules, supervised encounters, weather exposure, uneven outdoor paths, and programme changes. Verify any requirement that could determine whether the visit is possible. Carry water and weather protection for exposed sections, supervise children where relevant, and leave enough time to exit without rushing when access routes or transport connections are limited. Accessible toilets are available throughout the sanctuary. The sanctuary occupies naturally hilly terrain, and not every slope is easily navigated in an unassisted wheelchair. Designated accessible parking spaces are located close to the entrance.

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Photography

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary offers opportunities for animal habitats and the wider sanctuary setting without obstructing staff, animals, or other visitors. Use only public or permitted viewpoints, keep pathways and entrances clear, and avoid photographing people at close range without consent. Flash, tripods, drones, commercial equipment, and photography inside controlled spaces may be restricted even when ordinary handheld photography is allowed. The current fact pack does not record a complete photography policy, so check posted signs and the operator's current guidance. Designated accessible parking spaces are located close to the entrance.

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Where it is

• 1 hour

  10 min walk

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External links

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