CRADLE MOUNTAIN OTHER FIELD GUIDE
Twilight at the Sanctuary: An intimate sunset rendezvous with Tasmanian devils at Cradle Mountain
An exclusive, small-group evening at Devils@Cradle where guests feed devils, visit the nursery and finish beside a campfire as the sun slips behind Cradle Mountain.
Twilight at the Sanctuary: An intimate sunset rendezvous with Tasmanian devils at Cradle Mountain.
On summer evenings at Devils@Cradle, a handful of guests are ushered into the sanctuary for a personalised twilight visit: a Tasmanian devil feeding, a behind-the-scenes look at the animal nursery and close encounters with very young residents — all finished around a campfire with drinks and sweet treats as Cradle Mountain darkens to night.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Feed Tasmanian devils up close
The visit includes a Tasmanian devil feeding session where guests watch keepers feed and care for the sanctuary’s signature residents in an intimate, small-group setting.
Behind-the-scenes with the youngest residents
Guests receive a behind-the-scenes look at the animal nursery and the chance to meet and, under strict supervision, pat some of the sanctuary’s youngest inhabitants.
Campfire at sunset on Cradle Mountain
The experience concludes around a cosy campfire with drinks and sweet treats as the sun sets over Cradle Mountain, framing the sanctuary in evening light.
What the day feels like
What the twilight visit feels like
The hour-and-a-quarter twilight visit moves deliberately from keeper-led feeding and nursery access to a relaxed finish around a campfire — a compact, curated encounter designed to show guests both the sanctuary’s nocturnal inhabitants and the quieter rhythms of the Cradle Mountain evening.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this experience suits — and what to be aware of.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Operating daily at 7:00pm during October through April; the experience runs for approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
No specific equipment list is provided; guests should be prepared for a twilight outdoor setting and follow any guidance from keepers.
The visit begins at Devils at Cradle; arrive at the sanctuary to check in ahead of the 7:00pm start.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When does the Sunset Experience operate and how long is it?
The experience operates daily at 7:00pm from October to April and runs for approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Where do I meet for the experience?
Guests meet at Devils at Cradle prior to the start of the visit.
Can participants hold the animals?
Participants are not permitted to hold any animal; under strict instruction and supervision some animals may be patted.
Are children allowed to join the visit?
Yes; parents and guardians are responsible for their children at all times during the visit and must follow keeper instructions.
Are there behavioural rules for guests?
All participants must agree to follow instructions given by the keeper or other staff for the safety and welfare of animals and visitors.