Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
Overview
Be dazzled by more than 1,200 tropical jewel-colored butterflies at the Australia Butterfly Sanctuary. Located in the heart of Kuranda, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is the largest butterfly flight aviary in Australia. Wander through the landscaped gardens that replicate the natural rainforest environment as hundreds of butterflies float around you, including the vibrant green Cairns Birdwing. Complimentary tours take place throughout the day, and a 'Behind-the-Scenes' Laboratory Tour is also included with entry.
What's Included
- Admission Fee
- Free behind the scenes laboratory tour
- Free Guided Foodplant Walk
- Free guided tours daily
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
8 Rob Veivers Dr, Kuranda, Kuranda, Queensland 4881, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Sanctuary closes at 3 pm
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-5457BS
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST).
- Admission Fee.
- Free behind the scenes laboratory tour.
- Free Guided Foodplant Walk.
- Free guided tours daily.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Australian Butterfly Sanctuary will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Admission Fee
- Free behind the scenes laboratory tour
- Free Guided Foodplant Walk
- Free guided tours daily
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Sanctuary closes at 3 pm
