The park features rare white kangaroos, which are a leucistic genetic variation rather than true albinos.
The facility maintains a strong emphasis on wildlife rescue and rehabilitation for injured local fauna.
The pirate-themed mini golf course was designed to provide an activity for families beyond direct animal interactions.
Visitors have the opportunity to participate in guided koala encounters under strict animal welfare supervision.
Maru Koala and Animal Park is a hands-on wildlife facility located in Grantville, Victoria, specializing in interactive animal experiences. The park features an extensive collection of native Australian species including koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, dingoes, and wombats. Guests can participate in daily scheduled hand-feeding sessions for wallabies and kangaroos. The site also includes an 18-hole pirate-themed mini-golf course integrated into the park grounds. Education is a core focus, with staff-led keeper talks explaining the behavior and conservation status of the animals. The park operates a retail section selling Australian-themed souvenirs and local goods.
The open-range kangaroo paddock offers the best opportunity for close-up shots with wallabies and kangaroos.
Purchase animal feed at the entrance to ensure kangaroos and wallabies interact with you during your walk-through.
Allocate extra time for the mini-golf course if traveling with children, as it can take significantly longer than the animal exhibits.
Check the daily keeper talk schedule upon arrival to catch feeding demonstrations and educational briefings.
Do not attempt to pet the koalas unless you have booked a specific, staff-supervised encounter, as they are easily stressed.
Open daily except for Christmas Day.
Maintain a quiet demeanor near enclosures, do not touch animals unless explicitly authorized by staff, and never feed animals outside of provided park pellets.
