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Cairns Tropical Zoo

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 5 attractions in Palm Cove
Traveler Description: Discover Australia's unique animals through hands-on experience in tropical surroundings.
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Attraction type: Zoo, Nature reserve
Activities: Viewing wildlife
Address: Captain Cook Hwy Palm Cove
Australia
Tel: 61 7 4055 3669
Fax: 61 7 4059 1160

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Reviews of Cairns Tropical Zoo

( 1-7 of 7 )
2 of 5 stars
Christchurch, New Zealand
Jul 15, 2008

On my recent (annual) visit to Cairns we took our 5 yr old grandson as usual to one of his favoutite places. We arrived fairly early, but we were disappointed to find the kangaroos roped off and out of reach for feeding. This was something he has really enjoyed in previous (2) yrs. Other children were pouring their purchased kangaroo... more

4 of 5 stars
Duck Key, Florida
Dec 7, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

We are locals and had a birthday party for our little "Princess" (yeah, right..) and about a dozen of her little "Princess" mates..(ditto) at the Zoo in late October. While the admissions people are happy to take bulk money/entry fees, that's about the limit of the interaction from them. Considering we brought about half the total number of visitors on... more

Jan 27, 2007

Enjoyed my visit despite nearly being chased by a Cassowary papa that didn't appreciate me photographing his chicks close up! Animals seem to be well cared for and in good condition. Proof - the cockatoos don't leave even though they can fly away at any time. more

3 of 5 stars
Bowen, Qld
Apr 16, 2006
3/5 found this review helpful

An expensive waste of time. This was a birthday treat for our now one year old while on holiday in Cairns but it was pretty disappointing. She wasn't fussed until she got to stand next to a kangaroo but unfortunately the ground was too wet and dirty (roo poo) to let her crawl around on her own whim. My opinion... more

4 of 5 stars
Iron River, WI
Mar 3, 2006
4/5 found this review helpful

Even though we'd seen koalas, kangaroos & birds up in Kuranda, we enjoyed the presentations on the snakes, birds, crocodiles & especially the Red Pandas. I didn't think anything could be cuter than a koala, but the red pandas stole my heart! We had a nice lunch (they ran out of bread for sandwiches) at the restaurant on the premises.... more

Oct 27, 2003
6/9 found this review helpful

We were5 adults, who visited the zoo on October 15th. What a wonderful evening we had. The BBQ the staff and of course the animals, gave us so much pleasure, we are back in UK and still talking about it. Thanks to all for a great night. more

5 of 5 stars
北海道
Oct 28, 2008

日本からWEBで送迎(時間が選べる)と入場料つきのオプショナルツアーに申し込んでおきました。ケアンズの主要ホテルにお迎え... more

Reviews of Cairns Tropical Zoo

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Cairns Tropical Zoo Address

Captain Cook Hwy, Palm Cove, Australia
Tel: 61 7 4055 3669 Fax: 61 7 4059 1160