Visit the Koala Hospital
The Port Macquarie Koala Hospital is open and welcomes visitors wanting to see and learn more about our Koalas!
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Welcome! The Port Macquarie Koala Hospital offers a self-guided outdoor experience.
Self Guided Tour DownloadLocated in the grounds of the beautiful historic Roto House, we are open every day 8:30am to 4pm (except Christmas Day when we are closed)
You can download our Self Guided Tour Information below. It's great to print and bring along with you for your visit! -
Open 8.30am - 4pm Daily
Find us on Google MapsThe Koala Hospital consists of exhibit enclosures, a treatment clinic, intensive care units and rehabilitation yards, many of which have trees for koalas to learn to climb as part of the rehabilitation process.
There is also a Koalaseum - a museum for Koalas which provides information on koala evolution and biology and interactive displays so visitors can touch koala fur or look down a microscope at koala poos (scat).
As well as the Koalaseum, we have a gift shop, where you
can pick up a souvenir or gift for a friend or family member.
Book today
Join us on a Koala Quest - Guulaguba marrungbal baa djuyal
Embark on a nature adventure into the world of koalas on this 1.5 hour interactive journey. This has been specially designed for children aged 7-14 and there are only 2 tours available - Wednesday 17 (SOLD OUT) and 24 April, tours start at 2pm and finish at 3.30pm.
Places are limited so book now to avoid missing out!
A unique koala, culture and nature experience!
Book a Guided Group Tour
Enjoy a personalised tour with an experienced, knowledgeable guide.
45-minute tour, weekdays only (excluding public holidays and school holidays)
Cost $150 per group up to 25 people or $6 per person over 25 people.
This fee assists us in caring for the sick and injured koalas in our care.
Fill out the form below or contact info@koalahospital.org.au to book your personalised group tour.
We would prefer at least 2 weeks notice to arrange guided tours.
Commercial Filming at the Koala Hospital
While the Koala Hospital welcomes commercial filming at our facility
in Port Macquarie, an application must be completed to the NSW
Department of Planning, Industry and Environment (Environment, Energy
and Science Group). More information is available here.
For further information or to arrange access, please contact Sue Ashton: media@koalahospital.org.au
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Coffee at Roto House
Don’t forget to visit Home @ Roto House situated on the lush lawns of the historical Roto House and right beside our Koala Hospital. Surrounded by National Parks grounds, amongst tall trees and birdlife, there's no better place to enjoy a delicious cuppa, cool drink, ice cream or locally sourced treats.
With plenty of wide open space, easy parking, picnic rugs, tables and seating for everyone, this is a lovely place to relax in nature on your next visit to us. Serving 7 days a week.
Off peak (March - November) 8:30am - 3pm Peak (December - February) 8am - 4:30pm