Healesville Sanctuary in Healesville, Shire of Yarra Ranges, Australia | Zoo | Wildlife Park | Wildlife | Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre

Healesville Sanctuary is one of Australia?s most recognised attractions, in Victoria, showcasing more than 200 species of Australian Wildlife, only one hour from Melbourne. Get closer to Australia?s Wildlife, featuring unique experiences with kangaroos, koalas and amazing birds of prey. Check on the progress of animals being cared for at the Australian Wildlife Health Centre. This is Australian flora and fauna at its best in Victoria county!

About Healesville Sanctuary

Healesville Sanctuary is one of Australia?s most acclaimed Wildlife sanctuaries. Showcasing more than 200 species of Australian Wildlife, the Sanctuary is a fantastic location to view native animals in their natural habitat.

Located just one hour from Melbourne, tucked into the foothills of the stunning Yarra Valley, the Sanctuary?s 30 hectares of bushland provides a distinctly Australian setting. Here visitors can experience close-up encounters with some of Australia?s most unique and captivating Wildlife, including koalas, kangaroos, wombats, emus, dingoes, birds of prey and platypuses.

Immerse yourself in Australian fauna and flora at its very best!

New Arrivals
Come and meet some of Healesville Sanctuary's newest arrivals. Conservation at the Sanctuary Find out about some of the Healesville Sanctuary Conservation projects.

History and Future Direction
Healesville Sanctuary has changed a lot over the years; find out more about our past, present and future.

Sanctuary Horticulture
The Horticulture Department at Healesville Sanctuary is dedicated to restoring and maintaining the Sanctuary?s bushland environment, and providing the eucalypt food supply for our koalas and other animals.

Close Encounters
Healesville Sanctuary's close encounters provide you with the opportunity to gain unique insights through unforgettable experiences that take you behind-the-scenes or close-up to Australian Wildlife.

Keeper for a Morning
This is the ultimate experience for those who have dreamed about working with animals or going behind the scenes to get a first hand look at the role of a keeper.

Vet Assistant for a Morning
In this one of a kind experience you will enter the unique world of our specialised vet team, as you become an assistant involved in the real-life work and daily action of a working animal hospital.

Wine and Wildlife
Healesville Sanctuary and De Bortoli have created the perfect Yarra Valley day out. Enjoy the superb wine and cuisine of De Bortoli Winery and Restaurant and the tranquillity of Healesville Sanctuary.