GUNNS PLAINS ZOO FIELD GUIDE
Keeper at Your Shoulder: A 90‑Minute, Tailored Wildlife Encounter at Wings Wildlife Park
A personalised, keeper‑led 90‑minute tour that delivers close encounters with Tasmanian wildlife and rare behind‑the‑scenes access—this guide explains what to expect and how to plan.
Keeper at Your Shoulder: A 90‑Minute, Tailored Wildlife Encounter at Wings Wildlife Park.
At Wings Wildlife Park in Gunns Plains, a knowledgeable keeper leads a focused, 90‑minute personalised guided tour that brings you close to iconic Tasmanian species, offers hands‑on feeding, and opens doors to juvenile and off‑display animals normally hidden from the public.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Personalised 90‑minute keeper‑led tour
This is a compact, keeper‑guided program tailored to your group size: 90 minutes of guided encounters, commentary on animal care and habitats, and extra time for groups to extend the experience.
Hands‑on animal encounters and trout feeding
Expect close interactions with wombats, endangered Tasmanian devils and a chance to meet a koala named Blinky, plus interactive trout feeding—all with food supplied during the visit.
Behind‑the‑scenes and free park exploration
The tour includes rare behind‑the‑scenes access to juvenile or off‑display animals; after the guided portion you are free to continue exploring the park, including a popular farm walk with a wide range of domestic and exotic farm stock.
What the day feels like
What the experience feels like
The tour moves at keeper pace: an introduction and safety briefing, then a sequence of close encounters and feedings guided by staff insight into each animal’s care. You’ll be handed the provided food during interactive moments—trout feeding among them—and led into areas where juvenile or off‑display animals are being reared. Once the scheduled 90 minutes conclude, the park remains open to you for unhurried self‑guided exploration, including a farm walk with many species on view.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits—and who needs to plan ahead.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The personalised guided tour runs for 90 minutes.
All animal and fish food for the interactive portions is provided; bring a camera for photo opportunities.
The tour meets at Wings Wildlife Park, 137 Winduss Rd, Gunns Plains TAS 7315, Australia.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the personalised guided tour?
The tour is 90 minutes long.
Where do I meet for the tour?
Meet at Wings Wildlife Park, 137 Winduss Rd, Gunns Plains TAS 7315, Australia.
Can children join the guided tour alone?
No—children are not permitted to participate in the guided tour unless accompanied by a parent or guardian who is also booked on a paying guided tour.
Is animal food provided?
Yes—animal and fish food for the interactive feedings is provided as part of the tour.
Will I be able to continue exploring the park after the guided portion?
Yes—after the keeper‑led portion you are free to explore the park at your own pace, including the farm walk with a wide variety of domestic and exotic animals.
Which animals might I see or meet on the tour?
The tour features iconic Tasmanian species including wombats, endangered Tasmanian devils and a koala named Blinky, plus opportunities to feed trout and view juvenile or off‑display animals.
Are there discounts for groups or families?
Group and family discounts are available for this personalised tour.