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Monday 9:30am - 3pm Tuesday 9:30am - 3pm Thursday 9:30am - 3pm Friday 9:30am - 3pm Saturday 9:30am - 3pm Sunday 9:30am - 3pm

Snakes Downunder Reptile Park and Zoo

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Snakes Downunder Reptile Park and Zoo

Discover over 45 Aussie species, connect with wildlife & make memories. An unforgettable day awaits!
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A "boutique" zoo set just 500 m off the Bruce H'way displaying over 60 species and sub-species of Australian reptiles, amphibians, mammals and birds plus some exotic species.

14/07/2024

Basking in the sun, isn't this Eastern Water Dragon just gorgeous? 🦎☀️

11/07/2024

Just a meerkat taking a break from lookout duty. How adorable is this little sentry? 🐾❤️

07/07/2024

We just love our park! Come and explore everything we have to offer here at Snakes Downunder. From slithering snakes to majestic reptiles, there's so much to discover! 🐍🦎

📚 Term 3 is here, and we're back to 6 days trading, closed on Wednesdays! Join us for exploration from 9:30am - 3pm. Wishing you all a wonderful week ahead!

05/07/2024

Gili the Komodo Dragon loves basking in the sun and exploring his habitat. 🦎
With fewer than 4,000 left in the wild, it's crucial to protect these incredible creatures.

03/07/2024

Did you know radiated tortoises can live over 100 years! 🐢 These beautiful creatures, with their star-patterned shells help them blend into their surroundings. Nature is truly amazing! ❤️

30/06/2024

It is the last week of school holidays, come join us for exploration from 9:30am - 3pm. 🦘

Wishing you all a wonderful week ahead! 🥰

27/06/2024

🐍 Our Snake Arena hosts daily shows! 🐍

Join us at 10am for the python snake show and 11:45am for the venomous snake show. Delve into the mesmerizing world of snakes, witness these incredible reptiles up close, and learn about their unique adaptations, behaviours and importance in Australian ecosystems.

26/06/2024

📢 REMINDER 📢 We are open 7 days a week during school holidays!

Join us daily at 12:30pm for an adrenaline-pumping croc show in our Croc Arena. Witness the remarkable Saltwater Crocodiles in their aquatic habitat and learn about their vital role in our ecosystem. 🐊🌊

24/06/2024

🌿🐍 MINI REPTILE HOUSE 🦎✨

Discover the smallest hidden gems of the reptile world in our Mini Reptile House!

Explore a variety of small, captivating reptiles that are often overlooked but equally intriguing. Located next to our Komodo dragon enclosure and mixed reptile pits.

21/06/2024

🎒 ATTENTION SCHOOLS AND GROUPS

Join us at Snakes Downunder Reptile Park & Zoo for an enriching and educational adventure! Perfect for students, educational institutions and community organisations eager to explore Australian wildlife. 🌿🐾

🌟 Tailored Programs: Our programs align with curriculum objectives, offering unique opportunities to learn about native fauna, conservation and the importance of preserving our natural world.

👩‍🏫 Guided Tours: Enjoy in-depth insights from our knowledgeable guides about the animals, their habitats, and their role in the ecosystem. Interactive and engaging!

🐍 Animal Shows: Don't miss our captivating animal shows and interactive encounters for a hands-on experience with our incredible creatures.

🌏 Variety of Animals: Discover over 45 species of Australian reptiles, amphibians, marsupials, meerkats and more!

📞 Book A Group Visit: Contact our team to plan your school excursion or group visit. We ensure an educational, memorable, and hassle-free experience.

For more information visit: www.snakesdownunder.com/education

20/06/2024

🐍🌞 Meet the Coastal Carpet Python, one of the most commonly sighted snakes on the Sunshine Coast! Non-venomous and often found in homes and gardens, these majestic snakes can grow up to 4m and weigh as much as 10kg. 🌿🏡

With their olive-green hue as adults and striking patterns, they’re a popular pet choice (with the right licensing). Though harmless if handled correctly, their sharp teeth can cause lacerations. These large pythons thrive in diverse habitats, including urban areas, forests, and near water, preying on wildlife like wallabies, birds, and even family pets.

19/06/2024

🌿🐨 Visit our Koala enclosure for an up-close look at these iconic Australian marsupials! Learn about their lifestyle and conservation status while enjoying their adorable presence. 🌳❤️

We are open 7 days during school holidays so make sure to pop by a visit our wonderful Aussie wildlife. 😍

18/06/2024

🐍 Snakes are pretty cool and here’s why:

🐍✨ Big Family Vibes: With 3,789 species, snakes are the second largest group of reptiles, right after lizards. Australia alone is home to about 140 species!

☀️🌿 Solar Powered: Snakes are ectothermic, meaning they rely on external heat sources like the sun to regulate their body temperature.

🥚👶 Eggs or Live Births: Not all snakes lay eggs! Around 70% do, but those in colder climates often give live births to ensure survival.

👁️👁️ No Eyelids: Snakes don’t blink or close their eyes. Instead, they have a protective membrane called the 'brille.'

👅🔍 Smell with Their Tongues: Snakes use their forked tongues and Jacobson’s organ to smell, picking up chemical cues from the air.

🍽️ Unique Table Manners: Snakes swallow their food whole! Their flexible jaws allow them to eat prey much larger than their head.

🚶‍♂️ Five Ways to Move: From the common s-movement to specialized moves like concertina and slide pushing, snakes have diverse locomotion styles.

What’s your favourite thing about snakes and what kind of snake is your favourite? Do you own one as a pet? Let us know in the comment section below! 👇

11/06/2024

🐍🌿 Step into our Reptile House and discover a diverse array of fascinating reptiles! From vibrant pythons to exotic species, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the world's scaly wonders. 🌎✨

09/06/2024

HAPPY MONDAY! ✨

Meet our meerkats! 🐾 These adorable, social creatures are always up to something interesting. Known for their curious nature and iconic upright stance, meerkats are the ultimate team players in the animal kingdom. 🌍❤️

From sunbathing to keeping watch, every moment with meerkats is a delight. Don't you just love their quirky charm? 🥰✨

06/06/2024

Discover this stunning Python, found in Australia's Top End from the Kimberley region and North WA! 🐍 This magnificent snake is one of the largest and most beloved pets down under. 🌏✨

The albino carpet python rarely occurs in the wild but is quite common in captivity through breeding. With six unique subspecies across Australia, the NT Carpet Python (Morelia spilota variegata) stands out with its beige or brown body adorned with blackish or grey blotches and vibrant gold, yellow, and rust accents. 🌈😍

Averaging 2m in length, this non-venomous beauty is a vital predator, expertly constricting its prey. 🌿🔍

See and learn more about this beautiful python at our daily 10am python snake show or visit all our scaly friends in our reptile house.

31/05/2024

Q: Why did the emu go to Snakes Downunder?
A: Because it wanted to be “emu-sed”! 🤪

Meet Fraser our one and only Emu at Snakes Downunder. He is 8 years old. 🥰

29/05/2024

WE ARE OPEN SHOW DAY! 🎡

Experience the thrill of Snakes Downunder this long weekend! 😍

Join us on Thursday and Friday for our exciting shows, experiences and encountering all our wonderful scaly and furry friends. We can't wait to see you there! 🐍🦎🐨🐸🦘🐢

28/05/2024

Step into our adorable kangaroo enclosure and interact with these iconic Australian marsupials. Grab a bag of kangaroo feed upon arrival to enjoy the opportunity to feed these gorgeous animals. 🦘🥰

25/05/2024

Meet the Cunningham’s Skink 🦎☀️ Named after explorer Alan Cunningham, this sun-loving skink is found in forests and woodlands with rock outcrops in SE Australia. Known for its spiky tail and social nature, it thrives in large groups.

Fun fact: they can swell up to evade predators!

23/05/2024

Happy National Volunteers Week! 🎉

A huge thank you to all our incredible volunteers at Snakes Downunder. We are so grateful for your dedication and love for our zoo and animals.

We're always looking for more passionate people to join our team. If you'd like to spend your days surrounded by our amazing animals, register your interest on our website today! 🐍✨

www.snakesdownunder.com/careers

20/05/2024

Discover the beauty of Madagascar's critically endangered radiated tortoise at Snakes Downunder! 🐢

Meet Tana, Androy, Tsiky, Astro, Manala & Moira. Don't miss this chance to witness these remarkable creatures up close! 😍

Open 6 days a week 9:30am until 3pm (Closed Wednesdays)! ✨

17/05/2024

Water Dragons are from a very ancient line of lizards inhabiting Australia for 20 million years (Around for a similar length of time as crocodiles). 🐊 This sub-aquatic lizard found mainly along the east side of Australia from Nowra, NSW up to Cape York, QLD. 🇦🇺 Here are some fun facts that we just love:

🦎 Water dragons moult to rid themselves of their old, dead skin.
🦎 Water dragons can lift themselves up on their back legs and run short distances if threatened.
🦎 They can hold their breath under water for up to an hour to escape predators.
🦎 Females can lay up to two clutches of 10–20 eggs each season, which are buried.
🦎 Similar to skinks and geckos, water dragons can drop or lose their tail if threatened or attacked and can regrow it.
🦎 Water dragons can live up to 28 years in the wild and up to 40 years in captivity.
🦎 If you see a male bobbing its head it is saying “move on, this is my territory!

15/05/2024

Get ready for an adrenaline rush at our Croc Arena! 🐊 Witness the awe-inspiring Saltwater Crocodiles in action at our daily show and feeding, blending education with sheer excitement. ✨ Join us at 12:30pm daily for an unforgettable experience! 😍

11/05/2024

Happy Mother's Day from all of us at Snakes Downunder! 🥰

10/05/2024

Discover over 45 species of Australian wildlife, combining entertainment and education at Snakes Downunder! 🐸🐨🐢🐍🦎🐊🦘🌿

09/05/2024

Don't miss the chance to meet Albert, our American alligator, at our morning reptile encounter! 🐊

Enhance your adventure at Snakes Downunder with this complimentary post-show experience, adding an extra layer of excitement and education to your visit. Get up close with our fascinating creatures and dive deeper into the wonders of nature with our expert handlers! 🥰😛

07/05/2024

Get up close and personal with one of Australia's most beloved icons, the Koala. 🐨

This encounter allows you to do more than just observe – you can actually pat and interact with our adorable koalas. Our experienced keepers are on hand to provide valuable insights and answer any questions you may have about these charming marsupials. 🥰

⏰ Session Timings: 11am & 1pm
🎟 Pricing: $25 per person
📸 Complimentary photo: Allowing you to cherish the memory of your special encounter.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with Australia's iconic koalas in a way that few get to experience.

(Book upon arrival).

05/05/2024

Happy Labour Day!

We're open from 9:30am to 3pm today. Come & explore Snakes Downunder! 🐍🐨🐢🐸🦎🦘🌿

05/05/2024

May is the perfect time to meet some of Australia's most iconic creatures! Join us for a slithery and slippery experience at Snakes Downunder. 🐍

Address

51 Lucketts Road
Childers, QLD
4660

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 3pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 3pm
Thursday	9:30am - 3pm
Friday	9:30am - 3pm
Saturday	9:30am - 3pm
Sunday	9:30am - 3pm

Telephone

+61741263332

Website

http://www.snakesdownunder.com/

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Looking for a fun activity these school holidays? Come visit us and get up close and personal with all the animals while learning from our friendly team 🐊 🐍

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Escape the ordinary and immerse yourself in the world of reptiles at Snakes Downunder! Located in the picturesque town of Childers, Queensland, this is your chance to discover the magic of these majestic creatures. 🦎🌴 #SnakesDownunder #ReptileLover #ExploreQueensland

Watch our Saltwater Crocodile feeding show everyday at 12:30pm 🐊 #snakesdownunder #saltwatercrocodile #childers

Mothers Day is this Sunday ☀️ The weather is cooling off and the animals are active so why not spend this special day with your loved ones here at Snakes Downunder. Ps. If you’re looking for a last minute gift idea, a Snakes Downunder gift card will be a great gift 💝

We want to hear what your favourite animal is here at Snakes Downunder? 🤔 #snakesdownunder #snakesdownunderreptileparkandzoo

It’s a day for sun baking and enjoying the sun rays ☀️☀️ #snakesdownunder #snakesdownunderreptileparkandzoo #childers #visitus

One of our resident Water dragons laying eggs! How cool 🦎🥚

Meunga puts on a show! One week left of school holidays! Don’t forget to come visit 🐊

Closed today due to bad weather. We will keep everyone updated through out the weekend. Stay safe! #zoo #snakesdownunder #childers

Closed tomorrow for Good Friday! Reopening Saturday so come down and visit us this weekend! We will also be open Sunday and Monday! #schoolholidays #zoo #childers #snakesdownunder #komododragon #crocodile #australia

Not sure what to get that special someone for Christmas? Why not gift someone a Fun day out at Snakes Downunder! We have gift vouchers available, all you have to do is give us a call and we can have one emailed off to you! Shop number- 07 4126 3332 #christmas #voucher #zoo #crocodile #koala #komododragon #snakesdownunder #snakes #schoolholidays #childersqld

MEUNGA 🐊 #crocodile #snakesdownunderreptilepark #childers #zoo #croc

Sound up. Introducing saltwater crocodile Alice to new male, Meunga for the first time. A bit more aggression from him than we had hoped but things seem to have settled down. @snakesdownunder