The Kangaroo Sanctuary
The Kangaroo Sanctuary
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Our Kangaroo Sanctuary is a place to celebrate the beauty of the Red Kangaroo – an Australian icon. Join us on a pre-booked guided sunset tour (Wednesday to Friday) and meet the kangaroo characters from Kangaroo Dundee (BBC/Nat Geo Series). Our motto is Animals Come First. $85 adult $65 child (note that tours are not available for children under 7)
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- FourborngirlsWilmington, North Carolina114 contributionsONE OF THE BEST EXPERIENCES IN OUR LIFEWe stepped off the Bus to be greeted by a wonderful man named Brolga. His love for the kangaroos is extraordinary! We felt so happy being there! I cried being able to hold the babies. Feeding the Kangaroos. Hearing Brolga's stories. He rescues babies from the streets where their mothers have been hit by a vehicle. He influenced all in the group to stop and care for the babies, keep a pillowcase in your car. Please help save the babies! This was one of the best experiences in our lives. THANK YOU WHOLEHEARTEDLY for your interest in God's beautifully designed Kangaroos. Big hugs to you all for all your hard work. To your team and wife and everyone involved. WE will tell everyone about this trip. Thanks to our dear friends Sue and Steve Scheyer for taking us. :)Thank you so much for your wonderful and kind words. We are so glad your visit was such a highlight. Enjoy the rest of your travels! Take care Brolga & TahneeWritten June 19, 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited May 2023Traveled with friendsWritten June 5, 2023
- bethan c1 contributionFantastic ExperienceBrolga was an amazing, enthusiastic guide. This experience was our first thing in Australia and we were absolutely amazed! During the tour we learned all about red kangaroos, how they become orphans , and what we can do to help. Brolga is extremely passionate about these animals and his passion is contagious. During the tour we also had amazing experiences with the kangaroos, including; holding one of Brolgas joeys, bottle feeding a kangaroo and stroking lots of the tame kangaroos in his sanctuary. An amazing experience that has made me want to move to Australia (to help the kangaroos!)!!Visited June 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten July 20, 2023
- Emma AMelbourne, Australia2 contributionsThe highlight of our trip to Alice Springs!My husband and I visited The Kangaroo Sanctuary while on holiday in Alice Springs. The tour was undoubtably the highlight of our trip. Chris (Kangaroo Dundee) is extremely knowledgable and so passionate about the work he does to care and protect these beautiful animals. We learnt so much on the tour and also had the chance to cuddle with some of the gorgeous baby kangaroos. The whole experience was so wholesome and enjoyable. We will definitely visit again if we’re ever back in Alice Springs. Your trip to Alice Springs is not complete until you’ve experienced this tour! Thanks so much Chris and team!Visited August 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten August 12, 2023
- AKNorwich, United Kingdom35 contributionsHighly recommended. So worth visitingThis whole place is magical. Brolga is the most amazing person. It’s such an honour to visit here and learn so much about kangaroos and how we can help protect them. To watch the Roos as the sun goes down and see the rapport that they build with those helping them is truly awesome. Wandering through the bushland with the Roos hopping alongside in the peace and quiet of the wonderful Australian scenery is unforgettable. My husband I and two friends visited in November 2022. We can’t wait to return again one day. A visit here is hard to describe in its entirety. You have to experience it for yourself. It is highly recommended as something you will do in life and never forget. Thank you Brolga. Thank you Kangaroos and dear Joeys. A. XxxVisited November 2022Traveled with friendsWritten August 18, 2023
- Judith4 contributionsIf you need a reason to come to Alice Springs, this is it!I’m not to exaggerating when I say, that Chris ‘Brolga’ is the best guide I’ve ever had. The tour through the Kangaroo Sanctuary is so interesting, beautiful and memorable. You learn so much while holding a cute little baby kangaroo and petting grown ups. Chris is so funny and kind, you will enjoy the ride from the beginning to the end and every second in between. The area is beautiful. Especially at sunset. Even the bus driver who takes you there is so nice. You really don’t wanna miss it.Visited August 2023Traveled with friendsWritten August 23, 2023
- Robert D2,718 contributionsA must see in Alice SpringsI visited The Kangaroos Sanctuary in the late afternoon. Kangaroos sleep during the day so they only have tours at sunset, as the roos are waking up. The Kangaroo Sanctuary is home to baby kangaroos whose mothers were killed by cars. They hand-rear the joeys until they are old enough to be released back into the wild. They also have other adult kangaroos who can't be released since they have a disability which would make it impossible for them to survive in the wild. Red Kangaroos are the world's largest marsupial and are native to this part of Australia. The founder of the sanctuary is called "Brolga" because he is 200 cm./6'7" tall. He is currently "kangaroo mother" to 27 babies he rescued. He has a rapport with the kangaroos and was a wonderful guide. Joeys are raised in pairs for companionship and also so they can use their mate's heat to keep warm. They are placed in pillow cases to mimic their mother's pouch. Everyone on the tour was required to hold a joey for a little while and pass the joey to another tour participant. These joeys are 7 months old and I got to hold both of them. You can also see a beautiful sunset.Visited October 2023Traveled soloWritten November 3, 2023
- BIGTRAVELLER142 contributionsDefinitely an experience not to be missedThis has to be the best part of my time in Alice Springs. The owner clearly loves the kangaroos he cares for, knew all their names. If I lived here I'd definitely be volunteering to help out. Love this place. If you're in Alice Springs make sure you book a trip it's definitely worth it. Loved every minuteThank you for your lovely review. And if you ever do live here, please be one of our kangaroo mums. Take care Brolga and TahneeWritten December 20, 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited November 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten November 8, 2023
- Amy DKing of Prussia, Pennsylvania241 contributionsAmazing experience that you don't want to missDon't miss going to the kangaroo sanctuary in Alice Springs. It was one of the top things I did in all of Australia. The story about how the sanctuary got started and all they do to save baby kangaroos is amazing. You will get to see kangaroos close up and your admission helps them to continue to save kangaroos. I thoroughly enjoyed the entire visit and I learned a lot about kangaroos. Support this important sanctuary and the work they are doing.Visited October 2023Traveled with friendsWritten November 27, 2023
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DirckZadeh
Amsterdam, The Netherlands102 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
The best outback original experience you can imagine. Chris goes out of his way to make this a really special and personal experience. Just go: you won’t regret it!
Written March 15, 2024
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travelwriter2016
Adelaide, Australia92 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Brolga's Kangaroo Sanctuary is a must-see for all visitors to the Alice.
A great learning experience for kids to see baby orphaned kangaroos up close and to learn how they lost their mothers. Informative for the grown ups as well.
Well worth the visit!
A great learning experience for kids to see baby orphaned kangaroos up close and to learn how they lost their mothers. Informative for the grown ups as well.
Well worth the visit!
Written December 6, 2023
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Thank you for your lovely review. Take care and safe travels.
Brolga and Tahnee
Written December 21, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Amy D
King of Prussia, PA241 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
Don't miss going to the kangaroo sanctuary in Alice Springs. It was one of the top things I did in all of Australia. The story about how the sanctuary got started and all they do to save baby kangaroos is amazing. You will get to see kangaroos close up and your admission helps them to continue to save kangaroos. I thoroughly enjoyed the entire visit and I learned a lot about kangaroos. Support this important sanctuary and the work they are doing.
Written November 27, 2023
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BIGTRAVELLER
WALES142 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
This has to be the best part of my time in Alice Springs.
The owner clearly loves the kangaroos he cares for, knew all their names.
If I lived here I'd definitely be volunteering to help out.
Love this place.
If you're in Alice Springs make sure you book a trip it's definitely worth it. Loved every minute
The owner clearly loves the kangaroos he cares for, knew all their names.
If I lived here I'd definitely be volunteering to help out.
Love this place.
If you're in Alice Springs make sure you book a trip it's definitely worth it. Loved every minute
Written November 8, 2023
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Thank you for your lovely review. And if you ever do live here, please be one of our kangaroo mums.
Take care
Brolga and Tahnee
Written December 21, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Rebecca B
Didcot, UK22 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
An absolutely wonderful evening! Brolga was the very best of hosts - warm, friendly, entertaining and hugely knowledgeable and interesting about his work and the kangaroos he is caring for. It felt a real privilege to meet him, walk around the sanctuary and most of all, actually get to hold one of the adorable orphaned joeys. My husband and I felt that this was probably one of the most memorable days of our lives! Highly recommended!
Written November 7, 2023
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Robert D
Brooklyn, New York2,718 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
I visited The Kangaroos Sanctuary in the late afternoon. Kangaroos sleep during the day so they only have tours at sunset, as the roos are waking up. The Kangaroo Sanctuary is home to baby kangaroos whose mothers were killed by cars. They hand-rear the joeys until they are old enough to be released back into the wild. They also have other adult kangaroos who can't be released since they have a disability which would make it impossible for them to survive in the wild. Red Kangaroos are the world's largest marsupial and are native to this part of Australia.
The founder of the sanctuary is called "Brolga" because he is 200 cm./6'7" tall. He is currently "kangaroo mother" to 27 babies he rescued. He has a rapport with the kangaroos and was a wonderful guide.
Joeys are raised in pairs for companionship and also so they can use their mate's heat to keep warm. They are placed in pillow cases to mimic their mother's pouch. Everyone on the tour was required to hold a joey for a little while and pass the joey to another tour participant. These joeys are 7 months old and I got to hold both of them. You can also see a beautiful sunset.
The founder of the sanctuary is called "Brolga" because he is 200 cm./6'7" tall. He is currently "kangaroo mother" to 27 babies he rescued. He has a rapport with the kangaroos and was a wonderful guide.
Joeys are raised in pairs for companionship and also so they can use their mate's heat to keep warm. They are placed in pillow cases to mimic their mother's pouch. Everyone on the tour was required to hold a joey for a little while and pass the joey to another tour participant. These joeys are 7 months old and I got to hold both of them. You can also see a beautiful sunset.
Written November 3, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Judith
4 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
I’m not to exaggerating when I say, that Chris ‘Brolga’ is the best guide I’ve ever had. The tour through the Kangaroo Sanctuary is so interesting, beautiful and memorable. You learn so much while holding a cute little baby kangaroo and petting grown ups. Chris is so funny and kind, you will enjoy the ride from the beginning to the end and every second in between. The area is beautiful. Especially at sunset. Even the bus driver who takes you there is so nice. You really don’t wanna miss it.
Written August 23, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
AK
Norwich, UK35 contributions
Nov 2022 • Friends
This whole place is magical. Brolga is the most amazing person. It’s such an honour to visit here and learn so much about kangaroos and how we can help protect them. To watch the Roos as the sun goes down and see the rapport that they build with those helping them is truly awesome. Wandering through the bushland with the Roos hopping alongside in the peace and quiet of the wonderful Australian scenery is unforgettable. My husband I and two friends visited in November 2022. We can’t wait to return again one day. A visit here is hard to describe in its entirety. You have to experience it for yourself. It is highly recommended as something you will do in life and never forget. Thank you Brolga. Thank you Kangaroos and dear Joeys. A. Xxx
Written August 18, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Emma A
Melbourne, Australia2 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
My husband and I visited The Kangaroo Sanctuary while on holiday in Alice Springs. The tour was undoubtably the highlight of our trip.
Chris (Kangaroo Dundee) is extremely knowledgable and so passionate about the work he does to care and protect these beautiful animals. We learnt so much on the tour and also had the chance to cuddle with some of the gorgeous baby kangaroos.
The whole experience was so wholesome and enjoyable. We will definitely visit again if we’re ever back in Alice Springs.
Your trip to Alice Springs is not complete until you’ve experienced this tour!
Thanks so much Chris and team!
Chris (Kangaroo Dundee) is extremely knowledgable and so passionate about the work he does to care and protect these beautiful animals. We learnt so much on the tour and also had the chance to cuddle with some of the gorgeous baby kangaroos.
The whole experience was so wholesome and enjoyable. We will definitely visit again if we’re ever back in Alice Springs.
Your trip to Alice Springs is not complete until you’ve experienced this tour!
Thanks so much Chris and team!
Written August 12, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
bethan c
1 contribution
Jun 2023 • Couples
Brolga was an amazing, enthusiastic guide. This experience was our first thing in Australia and we were absolutely amazed!
During the tour we learned all about red kangaroos, how they become orphans , and what we can do to help. Brolga is extremely passionate about these animals and his passion is contagious.
During the tour we also had amazing experiences with the kangaroos, including; holding one of Brolgas joeys, bottle feeding a kangaroo and stroking lots of the tame kangaroos in his sanctuary.
An amazing experience that has made me want to move to Australia (to help the kangaroos!)!!
During the tour we learned all about red kangaroos, how they become orphans , and what we can do to help. Brolga is extremely passionate about these animals and his passion is contagious.
During the tour we also had amazing experiences with the kangaroos, including; holding one of Brolgas joeys, bottle feeding a kangaroo and stroking lots of the tame kangaroos in his sanctuary.
An amazing experience that has made me want to move to Australia (to help the kangaroos!)!!
Written July 20, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Grecia S
3 contributions
Hi I am about to purchase a flight to Alice Spring for Sept. I was wondering if you had Sept 2nd available for a tour? On your website it doesn't show anything available after August 31st. Could you please let me know so I can book everything else before the prices go up. Your help is much appreciated.
Jenny C
Brisbane, Australia28 contributions
We would like to visit in April 2021, will you be open?
I will be staying in Ayers Rock. Is there transportation to the Sanctuary from Ayers Rock to the Sanctuary or do I need to drive to Alice Springs? What time does the bus pickup for the tour?
Jan C
Royton, UK7 contributions
There is transportation from local hotels in Alice Springs to the Kangaroo Sanctuary which can be arranged on booking tickets for their sunset tour, but Ayers Rock is about 5 hours drive away so you will need to either book a mini stay to Alice from Ayers Rock that maybe incorporates the sanctuary or yes, drive yourself would think.
Jeremy K
Ann Arbor, MI24 contributions
Is there an age minimum to visit? We have a toddler that will be just short of 3 when we come, and we’d like to bring him with us.
Tahnee & Brolga
Alice Springs, Australia4 contributions
Hi. We don’t have an age limit. All kids five and under must be carried. And kangaroos scare easily so we can’t clap, jump, shout, etc. Otherwise all the kangaroos hop away. Strollers can’t be taken into our sanctuary. Hope that helps. Cheers
Palomat8a
Madrid1 contribution
Cómo llegar sin coche
Tahnee & Brolga
Alice Springs, Australia4 contributions
se proporcionan transferencias de autobuses
marilyne a
Le Havre, France3 contributions
Bonjour quel est le tarif ?
Tahnee & Brolga
Alice Springs, Australia4 contributions
Salut 85AUS $ par personne. Veuillez réserver sur kangaroosanctuary com
Hi $85AUS per person. Please book at kangaroosanctuary com
bgrays0n
Shepherdstown, WV
Do you ever take on full-time volunteers?
Tahnee & Brolga
Alice Springs, Australia4 contributions
Thank you for kindly asking. We don't at the moment. But if we do in the future we will advertise on our website and social media @thekangaroosanctuary
gill m
Evesham, UK197 contributions
we are over in march April .. do you have specific dates that we can get in the tour please .. thankful gill. UK .
PMQuestions
North Yorkshire, UK34,198 contributions
Tuesdays to Fridays, limited number, one Bus Load per day, not sure if I can’t post links here but google “visit-the-kangaroo-sanctuary”
Kevin H
Detroit, MI2 contributions
I read that you cannot drive yourself to the sanctuary. So, I'm wondering where in Alice Springs does the bus pick you up at?
tighthead03
Southampton, UK196 contributions
They ask you your hotel and pick you up from there. All very pleasent.
MyTravelPaige
Philadelphia, PA46 contributions
I will be staying in Sydney beginning September 20th, is this close? Do you offer transportation?
PMQuestions
North Yorkshire, UK34,198 contributions
Sydney to Alice Springs is around 2500km.......
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Kangaroo Sanctuary
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