Airlie Beach Transfers Bredl's Wildlife + Return Transfer

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A return shuttle from your Airlie Beach accommodation to Bredl's Wildlife, a family-run wildlife farm at Bloomsbury where you cuddle a koala, hold a baby crocodile and watch the big crocodiles fed from a safari truck. Admission and every animal encounter are included.

Days

About 6 hours

Age

All ages

Group size

Small group

Start / finish

Airlie Beach / Bredl's Wildlife, Bloomsbury / Airlie Beach

Return

See itinerary for details

Transport

Return shuttle from Airlie Beach accommodation

Meals

No meals are included; bring your own lunch

Route

Map of Airlie Beach Transfers Bredl's Wildlife + Return Transfer

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Included experiences

Bredl's Wildlife — guided walk around the family's wildlife farm
Koala and wombat — cuddle a koala and pat a wombat
Reptiles — hold snakes, lizards and baby crocodiles
Feeding — hand-feed kangaroos, emus and a cassowary
Crocodile enclosures — safari truck ride to watch the big crocodiles fed

Airlie Beach Transfers Bredl's Wildlife + Return Transfer

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MORNING: AIRLIE BEACH TO BLOOMSBURY

The shuttle collects you from your accommodation in Airlie Beach or nearby, and you head inland through Proserpine and south on the Bruce Highway, about an hour in all. There's no public transport out here, so this is the easy way to do it. Bredl's Wildlife sits at Bloomsbury, between Airlie Beach and Mackay, on 175 acres of bush around a dam. It's also the Bredl family's home, and they only open it to booked groups, so you won't find crowds. The family has kept animals since Josef Bredl Senior opened a reptile park at Renmark in South Australia in 1956. The Bredl's python is named after him.

10AM: MEET THE BREDLS AND THEIR ANIMALS

The family greets you at 10am and walks you around the farm, telling its story as you go. Then come the hands-on moments, all included. You can cuddle a koala, an animal that sleeps up to 20 hours a day to save the energy its gum-leaf diet can't give it. You pat a wombat, feed kangaroos and come face to face with an emu. You hand-feed a cassowary, a bird that can stand taller than you, with a dagger-like inner claw on each foot. Then you hold snakes, lizards, and baby crocodiles and alligators. Most of the tour is under cover, there's seating throughout, and the walking is easy.

AFTERNOON: THE SAFARI TRUCK, LUNCH BY THE LAKE AND HOME

Everyone climbs aboard the safari truck for the ride out to the crocodile enclosures, where the family hand-feeds the biggest residents. Saltwater crocodiles are the largest living reptiles on earth, and watching one lunge from the water is something you'll talk about for years. The tour finishes beside the lake at around 2pm, with picnic tables for the lunch you brought, as there's no café on the farm. Then the shuttle takes you back to Airlie Beach.

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Good to know

Meeting point: Pick-up from Airlie Beach and surrounding accommodation; your pick-up time is given when you book.
Duration: About 6 hours door to door; the farm tour itself runs from 10am to about 2pm.
Fitness: Minimal walking, with seating around the farm and toilets on site.
Suits: All ages. Children 2 to 14 pay the child rate.
Please note: The shuttle needs a minimum of 3 passengers to run. If fewer than 3 are booked by the day of travel, the difference is charged to secure your spot. Bredl's is closed on Wednesdays and Sundays. Most of the tour is under cover, and the animals on show can change over time.

What to bring

Lunch, snacks and drinks, ideally in a cooler bag or esky
Hat
Sunscreen
Water
Comfortable clothes and shoes (open shoes are fine)
A raincoat if it is wet
A camera

What is included

Return shuttle from Airlie Beach and surrounding accommodation
Admission to Bredl's Wildlife and the guided farm tour
All animal encounters, including the koala cuddle and baby crocodile hold
Safari truck ride and the crocodile feeding

Not included

Food and drinks (there is no shop or cafe on the farm)

FAQ

Preparing for the trip

Do I need travel insurance?

Insurance is important in protecting visitors from loss or damange of goods, medical problems, cancelation by passengers or other casualties. Its highly recommended. Some tours on this website require you to have travel insurance. If you are Australian then it is not necessary.

Where can I get more information about this trip?

If you find that this tour page doesn't answer all your questions, then please get in contact with us! Our passionate team are always available to answer any queries you may have.

What immunisations do I need?

For the latest information on immunisations, we strongly recommend you or contact the Travellers Medical and Vaccination Centre (www.traveldoctor.com.au) to discuss health requirements for your trip. They will advise you about appropriate inoculations.

Do I need to take any medical supplies?

It is not necessary to bring any medical supplies other than any personal items you may require. Each tour carries a first aid box, and the tour guides are all certified in First Aid.

Will I be able to use my mobile whilst on tour?

You can use your mobile while touring in Australia or New Zealand, but coverage may be limited in remote areas. For best connectivity, consider purchasing a local SIM card or an international roaming plan.

How fit do I need to be?

These tours are designed to be fun, informative and active, and can be enjoyed by anyone with a moderate degree of fitness and agility. Travellers should be comfortable with hiking or walking up to 5km each day.

What should I pack?

Depending on where in Australia or New Zealand you decide to visit, your luggage will vary. For exact information please visit the "What to bring" section of each tour page.

Private tours and families

Is it possible to travel in a private group?

If you are looking for a private tour based on one of these trips, please contact us directly and we may be able to help. Over the years we have worked with families, groups of friends, schools, clubs and charities to put together the perfect trip.

Booking the trip

Do I have to book this tour online?

Definitely not. Our website is designed to make is easy and convenient for you to schedule your tour. However we understand sometimes its nice to talk to someone directly. So by all means give us a call and we can organise your trip over the phone.

If I book more than one tour can I get a discount?

Absolutely! If you are booking multiple tours then we may be able to offer you a discount. Send us an email at info@lostinaustralia.org and let us know what you thinking of doing and we can put together a price for you.Also, be sure to look out for monthly specials on tours. We often have some great bargains.

Does the tour price include flights?

No. Tour prices do not include any travel arrangements other than for the duration of the tour itself. If you need assistance with booking flights or buses our travel team and certainly help - Just ask!

How far in advance do I need to book my tour?

As a rule of thumb, try to book at least 2 weeks prior to departure, this will usually get you a seat on the date you want. That being said, we cannot guarantee that spaces will be available at the time of your booking so, if you can, book as soon as possible. Bookings can still be made right up until the departure date of the tour if seats are available. If you know when you'd like to travel, please contact us and we will let you know if you need to book soon or if you have time.

How do I know when a tour is available?

You can check the departure dates of tours by using our calendar on the top right hand corner of the tour page. This will tell you what days the tour departs. For availability of seats please contact us directly at info@lostinaustralia.org or call us.

If I make a deposit only, when will I need to pay the balance?

Balance on tours need to be paid at least 30 days prior to departure. Failure to do so could result is the cancellation of your seat with a fee charged. If you need more time to clear your balance then let us know ASAP and arrangements can be made.

Who travels with us

Is it ok to travel alone on one of these tours?

Plenty of travellers book these tours on their own. Solo travellers are very much welcomed and encouraged. During your outback adventure you'll meet new and interesting people and forge relationships that last a lifetime.Solo travellers will usually share a room with a travelling companion of the same sex, but even if you do get your own room you won't be charged extra. On camping tours there are generally enough tents available that you can have your own if you choose to.For more information please contact us directly.

Cost and Fees

Do I need to tip the guide?

If you had an amazing time on tour and wish to tip your guide, that is completely up to you. Tipping is not customary in Australia and is not at all expected.

Will I need additional money?

Travellers are advised to bring some cash, as ATMs and banks can be few and far between in the remote parts of the trip. It is handy to have some extra cash, as the tour does stop by local shops and cafes.

Are there any hidden fees I need to know about?

Our tour prices are completely transparent. There are no additional fees involved that are not included in the overall tour price shown. If you wish to do optional activities such as helicopter rides or wildlife safaris, then an extra cost may be needed. However, this will always be made clear at the time of your booking.

What does Paid Locally mean?

Some tours require you to pay national park fees directly, in cash, to the tour guide on the morning of departure. Rest assured this will be subtracted from the tour price when reserving your tour.

Whilst on tour

Can I book extra accommodation for the start and end of the tour?

We know our country inside and out and would be happy to give you good recommodations. Please contact us for recommendations.

Where do I meet the tour?

For pick-up times and locations, please check the "Start/Finish" section directly under the itinerary, which lists every pick-up point and its time.There is a lot of information there to help you plan your flights and arrival.Please review it carefully, as pick-ups can vary from tour to tour.