Brisbane

15 Best Brisbane Wildlife Tours

This list gathers the wildlife tours you can do from Brisbane without a car, Lone Pine and Australia Zoo included. Queensland is one of the few states where holding a koala is still legal, and Lone Pine has been at it since 1927. The sanctuary plus river cruise combo is the easiest half day out there.

1.From Brisbane: Australia Zoo Transfer and Entry Ticket

Experience the wild side of Brisbane with our exclusive transfer and entry ticket to Australia Zoo. Don't miss out on this thrilling adventure!

Most Popular★ 4.9

“Comfortable ride to the zoo. Very entertaining driver named Steve. The zoo is top notch and Steve gave great insight for the ultimate experience. 100 % recommend this excursion. My only suggestion is to offer other hotel pick ups. We were staying at a hotel…”

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5.Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Day Pass

Discover the wildlife of Australia at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary near Brisbane with close encounters, shows, and family-friendly activities for $42.32.

★ 4.5

“Enjoyed looking at the animals, the sheep herding and bird and the dingo demonstrations and feeding the kangaroos. The staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. Any encounters with koalas are not included in the price of admission. We were a little disappointed about that. The…”

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6.From Brisbane: Australia Zoo Ticket and Roundtrip Transfer

Experience the wild side of Australia at the iconic Australia Zoo! Get your tickets and enjoy hassle-free roundtrip transfers from Brisbane. Book now for an unforgettable adventure!

★ 4.7

“The experience allowed for ample time at the Zoo and it’s the easiest way to get there direct from Brisbane. Although, it does work out more expensive than public transport, it is more convient.”

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7.Brisbane: Whale Watching Cruise With Lunch

Dive into the world of majestic humpback whales with a unique Brisbane whale watching cruise - there's a thrilling surprise waiting for you!

★ 4.8

“Really fun experience despite me having a bad seasickness during the trip. Happy with everything from the transportation, the guide/bus driver, and the whale watching experience itself. Got really lucky that our ship was surrounded by pods of whales within such proximity. Highly recommended! Just…”

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8.Brisbane to North Stradbroke Island Day: Wildlife & Beaches

Explore North Stradbroke Island in a full-day eco-certified tour from Brisbane, featuring wildlife sightings, stunning beaches, and coastal views—ideal for nature lovers.

★ 4.9

“Really enjoyed our day trip to Straddie, convenient pick up and drop off points close to our accommodation. The weather didn’t start off great on pick up but our tour guide Ivy assured us it was going to get better and he was right -…”

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10.Australia Zoo Day Trip From Brisbane

Discover the wild side of Australia at Australia Zoo! Embark on an unforgettable day trip from Brisbane and get up close with incredible wildlife. Book now!

★ 5.0

“An absolute box-ticker experience. Our guide, Steve, was so knowledgeable, informative and funny and helped our day go smoothly. Simply wonderful day.”

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11.Moreton Island: Tangalooma Day Trip & Whale Watching Cruise

Get ready to immerse yourself in the wonder of humpback whales and uncover the secrets of Moreton Island with this unforgettable adventure.

★ 4.5

“I thought the days trip was very well organised. We did see some whales but no major breaching, however we did see a newborn whale which apparently was quite unusual. It was whitish in colour indicating it was around 1 week old. Pretty special to…”

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12.Stradbroke Island Eco Day Trip from Brisbane Wildlife & Beaches

Discover wildlife, beaches, and breathtaking coastal views on this eco-friendly day trip to North Stradbroke Island from Brisbane. Perfect for nature lovers.

★ 5.0

“We saw quite a bit of wildlife, for example: a pod of dolphins surfing, whale slapping it's pectoral fin, turtles, koalas and more. The guide was very friendly and it was lovely having the smaller group.”

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14.Croc Express to Australia Zoo From Brisbane HB7

Discover the ultimate wildlife adventure with Croc Express! Hop aboard and journey from Brisbane to Australia Zoo. Get ready for a wild experience like no other!

★ 4.5

“The zoo was a lot smaller than I thought so six hours was plenty of time to look around. Food is not to overpriced so if you're not taking a picnic don't worry. The transport was punctual and comfortable both there and back. There was…”

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15.Brisbane: Wildlife and Wilderness Private Coastal Tour

Get up close and personal with Brisbane's stunning wildlife on our exclusive private coastal tour. Unforgettable encounters await in 2024. Book now!

★ 5.0

“Highly recommended. Anita is a wonderful guide and her scientific background added so much to the experience. Seeing kangaroos "in the wild" rather than in a zoo -- a very unique opportunity. Lunch at The Tempest was spectacular.”

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