Get in touch with wildlife at Maru where you can interact and hand-feed many of the animals.

Enjoy hand feeding the kangaroos and wallabies, including rare albinos as you stroll through their free-range habitat. See koalas, quokkas, wombats, echidnas, Tasmanian Devils, dingoes, a cassowary, a crocodile, reptiles and more in the animal park.

For an engaging wildlife experience, don't miss Maru's interactive keeper talks and wildlife presentations, led by our passionate keeper team. These daily experiences offer fascinating insights into animal behaviour, care and conservation, helping visitors connect more deeply with Australia's unique wildlife.

Maru also operates a wildlife shelter, playing an important behind-the-scenes role in the rescue, care and rehabilitation of native animals and supporting broader conservation efforts in the region.

Also featured in the all-weather wildlife auditorium is Maru's famous sheep shearing show, a fun and authentic demonstration of traditional Australian farming life.

Feed a koala, get up close to a quokka, join the pack of dingoes or slither up next to a python snake. It's all possible during special close encounters at Maru. Bring your camera and take advantage of the ample photo opportunities or have a professional photo taken as a souvenir of your experience.

An award-winning business proudly founded, owned and operated by the Heffer family, at Maru they personally take the time to ensure you enjoy your visit.

Accreditation

Quality Tourism Accreditation
Zoo Aquarium Association Australasia
Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC

Facilities

Carpark
Non Smoking
Barbeque
Family Friendly
Restaurant
Shop / Gift Shop
Bar
Coach Parking
Lawn / Gardens
Public Toilet
Cafe
Enquiry Desk
Kiosk
Food and Refreshments
Picnic Area

Other

Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
Visitor Information Centre
Free Wifi

Accessibility

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)
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
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)
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.