Australian Butterfly Sanctuary

Highlights

Your admission to Kuranda’s Australian Butterfly Sanctuary opens your eyes to a tropical world of butterflies, where more than 1,500 of these colorful creatures float around you while you walk through the rainforest environment inside the free-flight aviary. Spot the fluorescent yellow and green Cairns birdwing, and check out the moth exhibit for a look at a Hercules moth, whose wingspan can reach a whopping 14 inches (36 cm). Included with your admission is access to the laboratory, where you can learn about the breeding cycle and discover how eggs are collected and hand-raised while they become caterpillars, who, of course, eventually turn into butterflies. See species from around the world at the museum. When booking, you have the option to upgrade to the 4 Park Pass for combo admission to three more area attractions: Rainforestation, Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas and the Cairns Wildlife Dome.

Summary

Your admission to Kuranda’s Australian Butterfly Sanctuary opens your eyes to a tropical world of butterflies, where more than 1,500 of these colorful creatures float around you while you walk through the rainforest environment inside the free-flight aviary. Spot the fluorescent yellow and green Cairns birdwing, and check out the moth exhibit for a look at a Hercules moth, whose wingspan can reach a whopping 14 inches (36 cm). Included with your admission is access to the laboratory, where you can learn about the breeding cycle and discover how eggs are collected and hand-raised while they become caterpillars, who, of course, eventually turn into butterflies. See species from around the world at the museum. When booking, you have the option to upgrade to the 4 Park Pass for combo admission to three more area attractions: Rainforestation, Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas and the Cairns Wildlife Dome.

Tour info

Duration

6 hours

Why take this tour?

Be dazzled by more than 1,500 tropical jewel-colored butterflies at the Australia Butterfly Sanctuary. Located in the heart of Kuranda, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is the largest butterfly flight aviary in Australia. Wander through the landscaped gardens that replicate the natural rainforest environment as hundreds of butterflies float around you, including the vibrant green Cairns Birdwing. Complimentary tours take place through the day and a 'Behind-the-Scenes' Laboratory Tour is also included with entry. Complimentary food plant walk also included.

What’s included?

Free guided tours daily
Free behind the scenes laboratory tour
Free Guided Foodplant Walk
Entry/Admission - Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
Entry/Admission - Tropic Wings Cairns Tours
Entry/Admission - Gray Line Australia - Cairns
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 6h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Tropic Wings Cairns Tours

About operator:

Tropic Wings offer full day touring programs to Kuranda and Cape Tribulation. Kuranda tours include options of the Kuranda Scenic Railway, Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Rainforestation Nature Park; Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, Army Duck, Koala & Wildlife Park, Kuranda Village and Skyrail. Cape Tribulation travels along one of Australia's most scenic drives, north along the Captain Cook Highway. Highlights include the Wildlife Habitat, lunch in Cape Tribulation, Cape Tribulation Beach, Alexandra Lookout and cruising on the Daintree River spotting for wildlife and crocodiles.