David Fleay Wildlife Park is a activities & tours in Burleigh Heads, NSW, Australia. It has a 4.3/5 rating from 1040 Google reviews. Contact: +61 7 5669 2051. Website: https://parks.desi.qld.gov.au/parks/david-fleay.Listed on thegood.guide, the local's guide to Byron Bay.
David Fleay Wildlife Park
Burleigh Heads · Activities & Tours
Hidden GemHinterlandFamily FriendlyWheelchair Accessible
4.3/5
(1,040 reviews)
The platypus alone is worth the entry fee. David Fleay Wildlife Park sits quietly in the Burleigh Heads hinterland, named after the Australian naturalist who first bred platypus in captivity here. It's small by design, and that's the point. Habitats are large and naturalistic, animals are close, and the staff genuinely want to talk to you about what you're looking at. The bird show draws consistent praise from reviewers. Check the daily schedule before you arrive, as feeding times and shows vary and some animals rotate off display. Budget two hours. There's a café at the entry. Koalas are a reliable constant, including wild ones spotted in the park's own trees. Accessible for prams and wheelchairs, with good shade throughout.
Opening Hours
- Monday9am – 4pm
- Tuesday9am – 4pm
- Wednesday9am – 4pm
- Thursday9am – 4pm
- Friday9am – 4pm
- Saturday9am – 4pm
- Sunday9am – 4pm
Contact
- +61 7 5669 2051
- parks.desi.qld.gov.au/parks/david-fleay
- Loman Ln, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220
- View on Google Maps →
What People Say
Samantha Smith5 months ago
Definitely the best wildlife park I've been to. So relaxed, well laid out and informative. The bird show was a highlight, as was being able to get close to the animals. The pedestrian access is across a main road and it's a long bus journey, but worth it. Thank you for an amazing experience 😊
Peter E5 months ago
A nice little park which was very quiet when we visited. Entry is along a short road to a carpark without a lot of signage, amongst the mangroves. Uphill ramp to entry to park. Staff are very nice & helpful. Cafe at entry. Unfortunately a number of animals weren't on display (bilby & tree kangaroo which we really wanted to see & fresh water croc) or not out (dingo). Not a lot of wallabies/kangaroos in walk through area. Koalas are always lovely including the 'wild' ones who are in the parks trees. A couple of animal displays but not at suitable times for us - croc, birds unfortunately. It is small & would think a couple of hours is adequate. The web site is pretty ordinary. Prices were fair but think could have been discounted when major 'attractions not on display.
Katy Mack8 months ago
More Activities & Tours in Gold Coast Hinterland
Currumbin Rock Pools
Currumbin Valley
Dark water, slippery rocks, and kids absolutely loving every second of it. Currumbin Rock Pools in the valley offer shallow wading for little ones and a deep main pool for braver swimmers. Picnic facilities on site, café across the road. Go on a weekday.
Springbrook National Park
Springbrook
A waterfall drops through a collapsed cave ceiling at the Natural Bridge, and at dusk the glow-worms take over. Purling Brook Falls, Twin Falls, and sweeping coastal lookouts fill out a day on the plateau. The mountain air alone is worth the drive up.
Featured in
Best Swimming Holes in the Gold Coast Hinterland
The beach is forty minutes away and packed with families. Up here, it's cold water, green canopy, and a creek doing its thing. From the tannin-dark pools of Currumbin Valley to the calm waters below Burleigh's headland, these are the Gold Coast Hinterland swimming holes worth the drive, and the ones to skip when the water runs brown.
Exploring Robina and Palm Beach: A Local's Guide
Robina and Palm Beach sit fifteen minutes apart and feel like different cities. One is inland, suburban, and serious about wellness. The other faces the ocean and runs on good coffee and long breakfasts. Here's how to do both properly, with a half-day loop that connects them without the rush.
How to Explore the Gold Coast Hinterland on a Budget
The Gold Coast doesn't have to be expensive. From free swimming holes in Currumbin Valley to pub lunches that won't embarrass you, the southern stretch of the coast is one of Queensland's better-value destinations when you know where to go. Here's how to spend under $100 a day and not feel like you're missing anything.
Gold Coast Hinterland in Autumn: What to See and Do
The humidity breaks in late March and the Gold Coast hinterland becomes a different place entirely. Cooler air, lush post-summer green, and trails that are actually enjoyable. This is the season for longer walks, outdoor lunches that last into the afternoon, and harvest-fresh produce at the farm gate. Here is how to make the most of it, and why you need to book early if Easter is on your radar.
