Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary

Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary is dedicated to first-class care for sick, injured and orphaned koalas, and it gives visitors a unique opportunity to see koalas in their natural habitat. The sanctuary supports the long-term rehabilitation and preservation of koalas in the Port Stephens region, so your visit offers a close look at how these animals are cared for and protected. Your ticket includes all-day admission, so you can explore at your own pace. A highlight is the Newcastle Airport SKYwalk and viewing platform, an elevated treetop canopy boardwalk and observation platform that lets you get up close to koalas in their habitat. From up among the trees you gain a unique perspective on the koala’s world, and it makes a perfect spot for photos. Admission also includes an educational tour on the care koalas receive, their rehabilitation and what is needed for koalas to survive in the wild. The sanctuary is wheelchair accessible, though the SKYwalk has an incline.