Australian Butterfly Sanctuary Cairns
- See thousands of butterflies in the glorious sanctuary for numerous native Australian species
- The lab breeds over 30,000 caterpillars a year that turn into vibrant butterflies
- More than 1,200 colorful tropical butterflies flutter about the tropical enclosure
- Experience the breathtaking beauty of the majestic green and yellow Cairns Birdwing
- The new Butterfly Lovers Bridge located within the aviary depicts myths, legends, and folk stories that many different cultures have surrounding butterflies
- Guided aviary tours are available daily
What to expect
The Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is a popular tourist attraction located in Kuranda Village, Queensland, Australia. It is the largest butterfly aviary in the country and is dedicated to the conservation and showcasing of Australia's vibrant butterfly species in a lush rainforest environment. You’ll be able to get right up close to these magnificent butterflies and photograph their beauty. Numerous species are native to Australia, while others come from all over the world. You will discover fascinating information about them, as well as numerous other myths, legends, and folk stories related to butterflies within the sanctuary. Be sure to wear something bright (we recommend red or hot pink) and let these beautiful and colorful creatures flutter around you as you wander through!
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