Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary
Highlights
- Explore the Sanctuary Story Walk, a 250-metre pathway that immerses you in koala habitat education.
- Experience the unique tree-top perspective on the Sanctuary SKYwalk, perfect for capturing stunning photos.
- Visit the state-of-the-art Koala Hospital to witness veterinary care for sick and injured koalas up close.
- Unwind in a Deluxe Glamping tent, surrounded by tranquil bushland for a rejuvenating overnight stay.
Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary has partnered with Port Stephens Koala Hospital to provide a unique opportunity to see these beautiful creatures in their natural habitat. Offering first-class care to sick, injured and orphaned koalas to support their long term rehabilitation and preservation in the wild.
The Sanctuary Story Walk is a 250 metre meandering pathway offering an immersive educational experience for all ages telling the story of the koala and its habitat through artistic sculptural representations.
The Sanctuary SKYwalk and the viewing platform is a 225 metre in length elevated pathway and viewing platform, offering a unique ‘tree top’ perspective into the koala’s natural habitat, a perfect photo opportunity and an educational experience.
Visit the state-of-the-art Koala Hospital with Intensive Care Unit treatment rooms and holding pens. Take a look through the hospital viewing window as veterinary staff carry out *examinations and administer treatment to koala inpatients’.
Fat Possum Café offers a range of ‘grab and go’ eats and treats, baristas coffees and a range of quality souvenirs in a tranquil bushland setting to remember your special day.
Wake up with the koalas! Enjoy a unique overnight experience in a Deluxe 4 Star Glamping tent that offers the perfect place to rejuvenate while enjoying a unique nocturnal and bushland setting.
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Accreditations
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ATEC Tourism Trade Ready
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
- Caravan and Camping Industry Association NSW
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
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Studio Room
Enjoy our large hotel style accommodation Studio Room for 2 persons. Room facilities include queen size bed, mini kitchenette with mini bar fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster. Room is equipped with a flat screen wall mounted TV and reverse cycle air-conditioning, iron, ironing board and hairdryer. All linen and towels are provided.
Studio Room Plus
Enjoy our large hotel style accommodation Studio Room that can sleep up to 4 persons. Room facilities include queen size bed, single bed and trundle bed. Mini kitchenette includes mini bar fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster. Room is equipped with a flat screen wall mounted TV and reverse cycle air-conditioning, iron, ironing board and hairdryer. All linen and towels are provided.
One Bedroom Suite
Enjoy our spacious recently refurbished well equipped One Bedroom Suite accommodation that can sleep up to 4 persons. Suite facilities include queen bed in main bedroom with a single bed and trundle bed in the living area. A modern kitchenette includes fridge, stove cook top, microwave, kettle and toaster. Crockery, cutlery, pots and pans are included. Suite is equipped with a flat screen wall mounted TV and reverse cycle air-conditioning, iron, ironing board and hairdryer. All linen and towels are provided.
One Bedroom Suite (with Bath)
Enjoy our spacious recently refurbished well equipped One Bedroom Suite accommodation with a bathtub that can sleep up to 4 persons. Suite facilities include queen bed in main bedroom with a single bed and trundle bed in the living area. A modern kitchenette includes fridge, stove cook top, microwave, kettle and toaster. Crockery, cutlery, pots and pans are included. Suite is equipped with a flat screen wall mounted TV and reverse cycle air-conditioning, iron, ironing board and hairdryer. All linen and towels are provided.
One Bedroom Suite Plus
Enjoy our spacious modern One Bedroom Suite – Plus accommodation for up to 4 persons. Suite facilities include king bed (split capable) in main bedroom and single bed with trundle bed in the living area. A modern kitchenette includes fridge, stove cook top, microwave, kettle and toaster. Crockery, cutlery, pots and pans are included. Suite is equipped with a flat screen wall mounted TV and reverse cycle air-conditioning, iron, ironing board and hairdryer. All linen and towels are provided.
Superior Glamping (Four Person)
Enjoy a spacious Superior Glamping Tent that can sleep up to 4 persons with outdoor deck, private ensuite, queen size bed, single bed and single trundle bed. Your tent includes reverse cycle air conditioning, flat screen wall mounted TV, kitchenette with microwave, sink, toaster, mini bar fridge and kettle as well as a few little luxurious surprises.
Deluxe Glamping (Two Person)
Wake up with Koalas! In your silk lined ceiling, Deluxe Glamping Tent for 2 persons with spacious outdoor deck, private ensuite and king size bed. Your accommodation includes reverse cycle air conditioning, flat screen wall mounted TV, kitchenette with microwave, sink, toaster, mini bar fridge and kettle as well as a few little luxurious surprises.
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on their website (can be emailed on request).
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
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