National Parks and Reserves

David Fleay Wildlife Park nestled in the heart of Burleigh Heads on Queensland’s Gold Coast is a wildlife park with a difference!

Stroll through natural habitats and visit the nocturnal house to see some of Australia’s most iconic wildlife! You’ll meet crocodiles, koalas, emus, brolgas, dingoes, dunnarts, bilbies and kangaroos, along with the resident platypus, Wally. Explore the park on your own or catch up with the dedicated Rangers to learn more about how they care for Queensland’s unique wildlife.

The park plays an important role in demonstrating the conservation initiatives of David Fleay, who established the property in 1951. Fleay became the first to breed platypus in captivity and was ahead of his time in insisting that birds and other animals should be kept in conditions similar to their natural environment. The naturalistic enclosures you see today reflect that now widely held philosophy.

The park is suitable for wheelchairs, prams and people with difficulty walking.

You can also explore the nearby Tallebudgera Creek mangrove boardwalk and learn about the area’s Indigenous culture and the role of mangrove communities.

A Ranger doing a wildlife talk, while holding up a blue-tongue lizard

Facilities

Barbeque Cafe Carpark Conference/Convention Facilities Enquiry Desk Family Friendly Food and Refreshments Non Smoking Picnic Area Public Toilet Shop / Gift Shop

Internet Access

Free Wifi

Activities

Birdwatching Walks

Disabled Assistance

Disabled access available

Indigenous Culture

Indigenous experiences and/or cultural immersion Indigenous themes and/or interpretation

Membership

Queensland Tourism Industry Council Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation Visitor Information Centre

Accreditation

Zoo Aquarium Association Australasia

Rates

From AU$12.25

Adult $27.05
Child (up to 17 years inclusive) $12.25
Concession (tertiary students, seniors/pensioners, other concession card holders) $17.80
Family (2 adults and up to 2 children) $69.15