Barking Gecko Café (Cleland Wildlife Park)
Highlights
- Savour seasonal light lunches and snacks crafted from local Adelaide Hills produce in a serene wildlife setting.
- Relax in the leafy garden café, enjoying cooler temperatures on hot Adelaide days while sipping fresh roasted coffee.
- Delight kids with a specially designed menu, ensuring a family-friendly dining experience amidst nature's wonders.
- Explore Cleland Wildlife Park before or after your meal, meeting friendly koalas and experiencing guided wildlife tours.
Conveniently located within Cleland Wildlife Park, the Barking Gecko Café serves light lunches and snacks with a seasonal menu and a variety of products sourced from the Adelaide Hills.
Enjoy a light lunch at the café or sit down for a hot meal, paired with fresh roasted coffee or a delicious glass of wine. Kids are also sorted, with a menu specifically designed to suit their taste buds!
On hot Adelaide days, it is always a little cooler in the Adelaide Hills – come down and enjoy the sunshine and in their leafy garden café.
The Barking Gecko also hosts birthday parties, corporate lunches or afternoon teas.
While you’re visiting, don’t forget to visit their friendly koalas or hold a reptile! Guided day tours are also available along with watching wildlife inhabitants get their daily feed.
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Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
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