Our daily program gives our visitors the opportunity to interact and learn with our experienced guides and zookeepers. You may like to plan your day around the daily program.
Program
1 March 2024.
Download the Winter program 2024 PDF (757.3 KB).
Read more about our Easter program and the Arid Species Workshop
Daily presentations and activities
Times | Activity | Where |
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8:30am | The Dingo - Australia's wolf Journey through the past, present and future of this elusive Australian canine. | Dingo Exhibit |
9:00am | Plant medicine and bush foods of the desert Discover the living pharmacy and supermarket in the desert. | Meeting Point J |
10am | Emu - Desert nomads Emu, a wandering giant and the World’s Best Dad! | Meeting Point N |
10:30am | Nature Theatre - Free-flying Bird Show Our team of free-flying birds show off their natural hunting and foraging behaviours. Gates open 10.15am, entry not permitted after 10.30 | Amphitheatre |
11:15am | The largest Marsupial: Red Kangaroo Learn how impressive behavioural adaptations help the Red Kangaroo live successfully in its desert environment. | Meeting Point M |
1:00pm | Nocturnal Adventures Birds! Mammals! Reptiles! Our desert truly comes to life at night! | Meeting Point G |
1:30m | Survival in the Desert Learn how Indigenous people survived in this 'Boom and Bust' environment. | Awaye Flat Sandy Country |
3:00pm | Nature Theatre - Free-flying Bird Show Our team of free-flying birds show off their natural hunting and foraging behaviours. Gates open 9:45am, entry not permitted after 10am | Amphitheatre |
5:00pm | Desert Rivers discovery Explore the diversity of plants and animals that live in our shady Desert Rivers habitat. | Meeting Point C |
Nocturnal House
Times | Activity | Where |
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9am to 5:30pm |
We turn day into night so you can discover the rare and endangered animals of the Red Centre in an air-conditioned purpose-designed space. | Nocturnal House |
Big Screen Movie
Times | Activity | Where |
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8:00am 10:00am 11:00am 12:00pm 2:00pm 3:00pm 4:00pm 5:00pm | Changing Heart Movie An epic journey through the creation of Australia's deserts (20 minutes) | Cinema |
Entry Station and Gift shop
Times | Activity | Where |
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7:30am to 4:30pm Daily |
Our gift shop has a unique range of gifts and souvenirs to capture a memento of your visit. The parks’ after hours exit is located adjacent to the café. | Entry |
Coolamon Cafe
Times | Activity | Where |
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7:30am to 4:00pm Daily |
Specialty coffee and other beverages. Cakes and snacks plus a seasonal breakfast and lunch menu inspired by Australian Bush Foods with dietary options. | Cafe |
Evening Nocturnal Tours
Times | Activity | Where |
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Mon, Wed, Fri 7:30pm - 8:30pm |
Spotlight endangered animals of Australia’s outback including Mala, Bilby and bandicoot in the foothills of the MacDonnell Rangers. Booking Essential. SAVE by booking a DAY & NIGHT PASS. | Book at Entry |