The park provides sanctuary to orphaned or injured wildlife brought in by the local community.
The property contains a diverse range of Australian habitats, including native coastal scrub and open plains.
Wallabies roam across approximately 60 acres of the park grounds.
The site hosts several species of reptiles, including some of Australia’s most venomous snakes, housed in secure, climate-controlled exhibits.
The park maintains a breeding program for several threatened native species.
Phillip Island Wildlife Park is a 60-acre facility housing over 100 species of native Australian animals in a semi-natural bushland setting. The park is distinguished by its policy of allowing free-roaming kangaroos and wallabies to interact directly with visitors. It serves as a rescue and rehabilitation site for injured local wildlife. The enclosures are designed to mirror natural habitats, including wetlands and open grasslands. Visitors can walk through large paddocks where wallabies, emus, and kangaroos graze freely. The park focuses on educational encounters, providing information about species conservation and Australian biodiversity. Several species of endangered birds, reptiles, and mammals are housed in specifically managed zones. The park grounds include extensive walking paths that circulate through various animal habitats. It is located on the main road connecting the Phillip Island bridge to the town of Cowes.
The open wallaby paddock allows for close-up, eye-level photos with kangaroos and wallabies against a natural bush backdrop.
Bring a camera with a zoom lens to capture wildlife in the larger, more open paddocks.
Follow the specific instructions regarding hand-feeding, as only designated animal-safe food is permitted.
Wear closed-toe footwear suitable for walking on unpaved gravel and grass paths.
Do not chase or attempt to corner the kangaroos or wallabies, as they are wild animals that may retreat or react unpredictably.
Open daily, except for Christmas Day.
Stay on marked paths in sensitive areas, remain quiet near animal shelters, and do not feed animals human food.
