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Encounter wildlife and experience glamping at Paradise Country
Book tickets to Paradise Country Gold Coast
What is Paradise Country Gold Coast?
Paradise Country, established in 2005, is a wildlife park on Australia's Gold Coast that brings the country's unique fauna to life. Visitors can encounter kangaroos, koalas, and even cuddle critters like marmoset monkeys. Beyond the animal interactions, Paradise Country offers educational presentations, sheep shearing demonstrations, and boomerang-throwing exhibitions. This attraction stands out for its focus on showcasing Aussie culture and wildlife, all while providing a fun and interactive experience for the whole family.
Quick facts about Paradise Country Gold Coast
- Official name: Paradise Country Farmstay
- Address: Production Drive, Oxenford QLD 4210, Australia.
- Date of opening: 2005
- Timings: Daily 10am to 3:30pm
- Number of visitors per year: Approximately 300,000
Where is Paradise Country Gold Coast located?
Paradise Country isn't located in the bustling centre of Gold Coast but rather on the city's outskirts in the area of Oxenford. While there aren't any major landmarks directly next door, Paradise Country itself has become a popular tourist destination on the Gold Coast. This family-friendly park offers a chance to experience the unique wildlife and culture of Australia, all within easy reach of the Gold Coast's beaches and theme parks.
Address: Production Dr, Oxenford QLD 4210, Australia. Find on Maps
Paradise Country Gold Coast highlights
Meet the Australian wildlife
Paradise Country is home to various native animals of Australia. Whether it’s a cuddly koala, a hopping kangaroo, or the friendly wallabies, you can see them roaming around freely around the park. You can also spot the playful Dingoes, the mighty crocodiles and a variety of birds from the colourful cockatoos to the flightless emus.
Marvel at the animal shows
Learn more about the animals you encounter here and the roles they each play in the preservation of our planet’s ecosystem. Witness the equestrian skills, whip-cracking talents, and sheepdog commands of these stockmen as they manage a herd of cattle. Learn the essential art of sheep shearing, where skilled shearers use specialised tools to remove a sheep's fleece.
Enjoy up-close animal encounters
Indulge in the various animal encounter experiences at Paradise Country and gain a new appreciation for these magnificent creatures. Click adorable photographs of your family with a family of dingoes, hold and play with meerkats and marmosets, and enjoy a delicious breakfast with a cuddly koala. You can also let your kid enjoy a fun pony ride!
Spend the night at the Farmstay
Take a break from everyday norms and bustling cities and escape into a relaxing farm stay at Paradise Country. Experience camping like never before with their fully-equipped glamping tents and plenty of space right in the middle of all the animals. You can even choose to bring your own caravan for a homely experience!
Paradise Country Gold Coast exhibits
Wildlife Walkthrough
This expansive area allows visitors to observe iconic Australian animals roaming freely in recreated habitats. Key animals include kangaroos, wallabies, emus, and kookaburras.
Koala Country
Get up close and personal with these adorable marsupials. Learn about their eucalyptus diet and observe their laid-back lifestyle. You can enjoy a delicious breakfast with koalas and joeys while learning about these fascinating animals from park rangers.
Dingo Den
Dingoes have been said to emerge from domesticated dogs when they reverted back to their wild instincts. These social animals live in packs and play a vital role in the ecosystem. Click a few pictures with the dingoes and even play and cuddle with their adorable puppies!
Tasmanian Trek
This exhibit allows visitors to observe Tasmanian devils, the largest carnivorous marsupials in the world, up close. The habitat replicates its natural environment, including both a walk-through section and a nocturnal den area.
Wallaby Walkthrough
This is a dedicated space for these smaller, agile relatives of the kangaroo. Much like their large cousins, you can see wallabies hopping around on their large hindlegs, giving them the name of a macropod.
Farmyard Nursery
A petting zoo area where you can interact with friendly farm animals like sheep, goats, and piglets.
Biodiversity at Paradise Country Gold Coast
Paradise Country bursts with Australian biodiversity. Explore the "Wildlife Walkthrough" teeming with iconic fauna like hopping kangaroos, graceful wallabies, and kookaburras with their signature laughs. Get up close to the Tasmanian devils, known for their ferocious appetites, in the "Tasmanian Trek." Koala Country lets you admire these eucalyptus-loving marsupials.
The park isn't just about the wild, though. The "Farmyard Nursery" offers a chance to meet friendly farm animals like sheep and goats, showcasing the diversity of life under human care. Don't miss the chance to observe dingoes, Australia's wild dogs, at the "Dingo Den," and observe the behaviours of these social creatures as they care for their young. The park also features a marmoset monkey enclosure, where you can witness these tiny primates swinging through the trees.
Shows at Paradise Country Gold Coast
Shaun the Sheep and Bitzer meet & greets
Get face-to-face with Shaun the Sheep and his trusty sidekick Bitzer from the popular Aardman Animations series! Perfect for young fans.
Stock Horse Arena & Billy Tea show
Witness the skills of Australian stockmen as they manage sheepdogs and cattle using traditional techniques. Enjoy a cup of billy tea brewed over a campfire for a quintessential Aussie experience.
Shaun's Aussie Adventure show
Join Shaun the Sheep on a live stage show filled with laughs, music, and farmyard fun. This interactive show, featuring Shaun and his farmyard friends, is perfect for families with young children.
Stockman show
Immerse yourself in the world of Australian cattlemen during a live demonstration. Watch skilled stockmen showcase their equestrian abilities, whip-cracking talents, and sheepdog commands as they manage a herd of sheep.
Animal encounters at Paradise Country
Koala breakfast
Enjoy a delicious breakfast with koalas and joeys, learning about these fascinating creatures from park rangers.
Marmoset encounter
Have a close encounter with marmoset monkeys in their rainforest habitat. Learn about their playful behaviours and unique adaptations.
Meerkat encounter
Observe a group of curious meerkats up close and discover their fascinating social behaviour.
Save a Mate Ranger for a Day
Work alongside park rangers, participating in animal feeding, enrichment activities, and animal handling. Gain a behind-the-scenes look at park operations.
Feed the cows
Experience feeding cows in the top paddock alongside a farm supervisor. Learn about their diet and their role on the farm.
Wombat encounter
Get up close and personal with wombats, short-legged marsupials known for their powerful claws. Discover their burrowing habits and fascinating adaptations.
Boomerang throwing exhibition
Be amazed by the accuracy and range achieved by experts in a boomerang throwing exhibition. Learn about the history and cultural significance of this iconic Aboriginal tool.
Farmyard Play Paddock
Let the kids loose in a dedicated play area designed for fun! Featuring slides, climbing structures, and jumping pillows, it's the perfect spot for burning off energy.
Frequently asked questions about Paradise Country Gold Coast
Is it worth visiting Paradise Country?
With unique opportunities to immerse yourself in Australian farm life, interact with native animals, and enjoy entertaining shows, Paradise Country is a great pick for anyone looking to escape the city’s bustle for a while. Gain insight into traditional farming practices and let your children get closer to nature with behind-the-scenes experiences.
How much does it cost to visit Paradise Country?
Tickets to Paradise Country start from AU$49 and can go up depending on what other Gold Coast theme parks you would like to enter along with Paradise Country. With a Multi-day theme park pass, you can not only get access to Paradise Country but also visit Warner Bros. Movie World, Seaworld, and Wet’n’Wild.
Who built Paradise Country?
Paradise Country is a part of the Village Roadshow Theme Parks group, which oversees the development and management of multiple theme parks in Gold Coast, including Warner Bros. Movie World, Wet’n’Wild, and Seaworld.
What’s inside Paradise Country?
Inside Paradise Country, visitors can find various exhibits with Australian native wildlife and also a Farmstay experience in the middle of it all. There are animal encounters with kangaroos, koalas, and farm animals, live shows including sheep shearing shows and stockman performances, as well as dining options serving traditional Aussie cuisine.
What animals are present in Paradise Country?
Paradise Country is home to mostly Australian wildlife like kangaroos, koalas, wombats, wallabies, dingoes, meerkats, emus, and other colourful Australian birds. There are also plenty of farm animals here like sheep, horses, and cows that children can interact with and learn about through behind-the-scenes and farm life experiences.