Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary

Fantastic experience: Absolutely fantastic experience and an absolute fantastic reason why they operate. What they do is so crucial for marine wildlife. All money is worth going to experience this non for profit organisation.

Negative experience: Sanctuary?? LIES. A sanctuary wouldn’t force animals to do tricks. It’s time to let the DOLPHINS and SEALS FREE!! as Animals should not be abused to make a profit. Don’t support this place, you are contributing to animal cruelty ❌

Fantastic experience: A must do in Coffs Harbour, we love this place. Still looks the same as when I brought my kids 15 yrs ago & very reasonable entrance fee which all goes to looking after these wonderful sea personalities. We chose to go on a very rainy day & had the park almost to ourselves but hence got very wet. The staff are so passionate & caring for the marine & do alot of rescue on the East Coast. All talks were very insightful, such a fantastic opportunity for us all to fall in love even more with our marine creatures.

Fantastic experience: Very small sanctuary but very well managed. The staff were helpful and knowledgeable about each animal. You could tell by talking to them that they were passionate about their job and truly cared about educating people on how we can keep our marine life safe and protect species from harm on a ecological level. If you go to coffs please visit and donate what you can to keep this sanctuary alive and thriving. We did a dolphin experience and met the talented and handsome Zippy who absolutely charmed us. Would definitely go again when up that way.

Negative experience: Waste of money l get lt gets put back onto the park but ripped to ask for more money for pictures after paying $200 for an experiance then asking for another $85 for the digital photos ( more then a half hours profession photo package in the area )not even prints other parks include the hard and digital photos within the experiance awesome pics but the price put me off buying them meaning we did the experiance and have nothing to show for lt The encounter was awesome and the seal used seemed happy .. Came for the day had an alright day the animals seem happy with their trainers the dolphins one of their noses is all smooshed in from pressing agenst the glass too much that was sad to see Only 3 dolphins a seal and some peguins and a few turtles the shows were very filled with good learning info staff very happy to help answer questions but very much a money trap..

Fantastic experience: The fish are very colourful and the little octopus is so cute and very smart, the video they showed was very interesting

Fantastic experience: Great place. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. Their relationship with the animals is awesome. Their work with the recovery and treatment of injured wild animals is just amazing. A very nice visit for the whole family.

Fantastic experience: We had a fantastic time at the wildlife sanctuary in Coffs Harbour! The staff were incredibly friendly and patient, especially with the kids—they took the time to answer all their curious questions, which made the visit even more special. The place feels cozy and well-maintained, and it’s clear that all the animals are well looked after and loved. The dolphin presentation was the absolute highlight—such a beautiful and educational experience! The seals were gorgeous and a joy to watch as well. Overall, it’s a must-visit spot for families and animal lovers. Highly recommended!

Negative experience: The whole place is a rip off and bad. How is this a natural behaviour of a sea lion? It totally misinformed to say it’s natural. The staff straight up are not telling the truth. Enlighten me how this is natural behaviour..

Fantastic experience: Great knowledge from the trainers/ people who take care of for our wildlife e.g. Dolphins, seals & our endangered blue penguins. Great to see they are people out there care about our ocean & can help the injured ocean creatures big or small

Negative experience: So unorganised, constantly miss informed money hungry place , call themselves a wildlife sanctuary. One peacock and some seriously injured sea turtles , they don't do open pool anymore because of the dolphins welfare but if you've got $999 you can ride them what a joke, this place was much better and worth the money BEFORE new people owned it . Extremely disappointed

Positive experience: We had a great time here with the grandies and our daughter. The kids loved the sea life and were entertained for ages. The cafe had a great selection of food even for our daughter, whose Celiac. They were very helpful and said they were learning about the different foods.to have available and nothing was a problem.

Fantastic experience: learning and educational see penguins, dolphins, turtles and fish I the big aquarium

Positive experience: Everything was great. The only disappointment was there was no seal show which used to be there before.

Fantastic experience: Loved the dolphin show..

Fantastic experience: Cool little place to see seals, dolphins and other water animals. Got to see the dolphins play with the seals which is great as I have never seen this before. Gift shop is also quite large

Fantastic experience: A great place to visit and well worth the cost. The staff were fantastic and all smiling. The cafe had fantastic food at a great price and more smiling staff. All the staff were very well educated on their different displays.

Fantastic experience: Lovely experience for little kids. The staff are friendly and patient. The animals are adorable and lovely. It is not a huge place so it’s very cozy. My daughter loved the Dolphins

Positive experience: I actually didn't enter as it was $44 . I did eat at the Cafe and was disappointed with the chicken snitzel as it was just a grocery flat greasy pattie and the chips were the best part for $22.

Fantastic experience: Great day with plenty of fun with the dolphins and a great live show staff were friendly and very knowledgeable about the animals would highly recommend a visit if you’re in the region

Positive experience: Such a cute little marine park. All animals are incredibly beautiful and well looked after. Trainers show clear love for their animals and take pride in their talks. I love how informative and interactive they were with the crowd. A worker allowed my almost 3 year old to throw a fish out to the sea turtle through feeding time which absolutely made her day. Thanks so much for a great day!

Fantastic experience: Great place to learn about the wildlife. Spent most of the day watching the dolphins and loved it.

Positive experience: Starting to feel outdated and needs a lot of money spent fixing it up. Staff are very knowledgeable which is its only plus side at this point

Positive experience: Great place to learn about penguin, seal turtle and dolphins. Get up close and avoid crowds of larger places.

Positive experience: We visited here during school holidays, April. Small place and this is a not for profit, so every animal encounter is expensive) dolphin, seal and penguin) and you pay additional cost for photos with animal encounter. The dolphin show is the best and the trainers are good at what they do. They have a cafe that ends at the lagoon with a small play area for kids and picnic benches For the total cost, the animal encounter was the best, otherwise there isn't anything much to enjoy.

Fantastic experience: We all had a great time at the Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary. The staff were amazing and knowledgeable and the animals were beautiful! The dolphin show was incredible and the seal was so cute! The turtles being rehabilitated were adorable! Great place to visit!

Fantastic experience: This is a must go to if you are in Coffs Coast. Especially get the behind the scene experience its worth it My favourite place in town so far. Very very experienced and friendly staffs For what we experience inside its worth the price you pay for We loved it Great work keep it up

Positive experience: As a young boy I came to love this, enjoy it over many years, I’m now 65 and see this to cater to less than 4% of the population, making g me think second about taking my family, as I have young girls who I don’t wish to be exposed to the bad behavior as seen in today woke push, sorry will skip my regular visit this Easter.

Fantastic experience: Wonderful, we all loved. Very clean all the animals looks very healthy and happy. I will recommend to everyone to visit. I would love to say thank you all the staff who do hard work there.

Fantastic experience: This place is great. My kids, wife and I were at awe when we came in. The animals seem to be well cared and the staff were very good in explaining what they do. I'm happy to support this sanctuary.

Fantastic experience: We drove up from Vic. Thank you for an amazing dolphin encounter, very knowledgeable. The lady at the gift shop was just wonderful. My daughter and I had the most amazing time. Amazing place! Keep up the great work!

Fantastic experience: Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary is an incredible place dedicated to marine conservation, education, and rehabilitation. Their passion for protecting marine life is evident in everything they do, from caring for rescued animals to educating visitors of all ages. The hands-on experiences are unforgettable—perfect for families, school groups, and anyone who wants to learn more about marine life. The staff are knowledgeable, friendly, and truly care about the well-being of the animals. It’s inspiring to see their commitment to sustainability, leading the way for local businesses to go green! A visit here is both fun and meaningful. Not only do you get to see amazing marine animals up close, but you also walk away with a deeper appreciation for ocean conservation. Highly recommend for anyone visiting the Coffs Coast! #MarineConservation #WildlifeRescue #CoffsCoast #EcoFriendly #EducationThroughExperience

Negative experience: the name of this place is very misleading, It has nothing to do with conservation The three dolphins that reside here taken from the wild and now put in shows they claim they cannot be rehabilitated back into the wild which with recent studies show they very much can be.the least they could do would be to put them in a large sea pen where they can feel the tides of the ocean and have a place to explore, if you think you were coming here to give your children an education about Sea life you are sorely mistaken it has nothing to do with education only to profit off these poor animals, A very sad place to visit indeed I wish the signage wasn’t so misleading. I am only giving one star purely because I cannot do a review with no stars.

Negative experience: It is NOT ethical or okay for shows! Tricks! Exploitation of animals! Honestly shame on this fake sanctuary! Do not pay for any "shows" or "close encounters" where animals are clearly being exploited, forced to do tricks and are around alcohol. Animals in sanctuaries do not perform for money fyi. Everyone educate yourself on this disgraceful place. Emma hurst and warrior for animals have exposed them. Despicable

Fantastic experience: Did the dolphin experience and didnt see a bigger smile on my partner before. Loads of much seeing all the animals.

Fantastic experience: Loved this sanctuary. We went on a rainy week day so there wasn’t many people there. There were enough places to get out of the rain when we needed to. There’s steps at all the enclosures for kids to be able to step up on so they can see. I thought it was a tad expensive until I realised that you get to interact with the animals.. There is fish/ ray and shark feeding, you can also pat the dolphins at the end of the show. I’m really glad to know that the sanctuary is also a non for profit organisation, so everything you buy including the food from the cafe at the front goes back into the animals and research.. Staff were very informative and were more than happy answering questions.

Positive experience: The staff in the cafe are lovely. They also have a lovely collection of clothing and souvenirs. I didn't go to the show, only the cafe.

Negative experience: These three dolphins are in very bad luck that they have to spend their whole lives in such a tiny pool just in the hope that people will love dolphins more and take better care of all dolphins world wide. "We will sacrifice these three dolphines for the better good"

Fantastic experience: Do yourself a favour when you get here look for a lovely lady named Anna, you won’t be disappointed she really shared our excitement and was very informative and kind. She was soft spoken also, we initially had a negative interaction with someone but Anna came in and took over god bless her

Fantastic experience: Excellent place to visit that allows you to touch the Dolphins. They seem to enjoy it too. The young lady who was looking after the injured turtles really knew what she was talking about. Everything I asked was answered very professionally and she was an asset to the facility. All the ladies who did the talks excelled at their jobs . You might think it’s expensive but when you take into consideration the running costs and conservation they do it’s definitely worth it . I highly recommend a visit .

Negative experience: What a waste of money. Not much to see or do and they talked about conservation and caring for sea life but the enclosures were small and boreded being cruel. These big animals did not have enough space. Very disappointed in this so called conservation Park. Really just a money making venture with a few animals the focus. Would not return here again $88 for a lecture was excessive.

Positive experience: Great little park doing good for native sea life. At first I thought it was a bit expensive but came to realise what I paid was quite inexpensive considering the work they do. Nice little coffee shop that serves breakfast and lunch with very reasonable prices. Coffee was also great

Fantastic experience: Recently attended an event held here and was so impressed by the work the team are doing. Passionately and knowledgeably caring for sick and injured animals. It was also a great experience rather than another boring old function!

Fantastic experience: We visited the sanctuary today as a family trip, it was so amazing the staff were so welcoming and answered all of our questions, it was really wonderful to see the help they are giving to these animals and the care they have for them. We did the dolphin experience which was so amazing, Tiga took us in and really gave us an great experience. I would HIGHLY recommend going here and supporting the animals and sanctuary. Such a great day.

Fantastic experience: Our experience today was amazing. Every single staff member was so kind and friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating. We had a 30min Ultimate experience, but easily spent the whole day there with the whole family. We booked online and got online discounts. Appreciate the above and beyond service we experienced today.

Fantastic experience: Wow, what an amazing experience we all had from dolphins to turtles, seals and penguins up close to admire and appreciate. I have great memories of The Pet Porpoise pool when I was a kid. Would highly recommend and encourage all locals to go along and support, you won’t be disappointed

Fantastic experience: Awesome little marine park. We went there outside of peak times and it was brilliant. Our kids had a blast, from the happy and friendly dolphins to the giant snappers that seemed to love attention. The animals are very well cared for and you can tell by the efforts of the staff that they are very passionate about them. Great to be able to get up close to the dolphins, and the one snapper that snuck on me at feeding time. We definitely will go back

Fantastic experience: Beautiful place. The Coffee and food was also fantastic. My son has allergies and they were very accommodating.

Fantastic experience: It was a great experience with hands-on adventures with the dolphins and penguins. Well structured and loads of exhibits to see. Great for kids to experience the marine animals up close.

Fantastic experience: Fantastic educational and interactive day Opportunity to feed fish and pat dolphins and learn about marine wildlife. Lots of different demonstrations and scheduled times around the sanctuary

Fantastic experience: A great experience. Entry price seemed expensive but after seeing the rehab work done with the turtles I was impressed. Being able to touch the dolphins was wonderful.

Negative experience: I have mixed feelings writing this review. It is a non for profit and does provide a sanctuary for animals that may otherwise not survive in the wild but..... 1. The enclosures are very small and run down. 2. Very few animals on view: a few tanks of turtles, a few tanks of milipeeds, one tank of fish, one tank of dolphins and a sea lion. 3. It was $130 and we stretched it to an hour. If you have to kill time and have money to blow sure. I have no idea why people are saying it's better then sea world and have no idea how you would spend more than an hour and half here at a stretch unless you are willing to spend big money on extra experiences.

Positive experience: I always love ❤️ this place. It's very informative. the rescue rehabilitation and release is wonderful. Of course not all can be returned to the ocean due to the extensive injuries. Love the fairy penguins, so cute. Watch the dolphins and seals having fun and interacting with people. Seeing the excitement on children's faces as they come to value the life in our oceans. Thank you.

Fantastic experience: I enjoyed a fantastic day here with my two teenagers and their grandparents. The park was easy to navigate, and the staff were very approachable, knowledgeable, and helpful. I will definitely be returning for a close-up encounter with the kids later this year. Thank you for running such an important, educational rescue centre for our wildlife.

Positive experience: It was fun to see dolphins and sea lions showing their best behaviours! But it was too hot to be there with children.

Fantastic experience: What a fun half day here with my kid. The rescued animals look very happy here and show their own cute characters while presenting. We don’t need extras to feed the fish or see the seal, dolphin shows here unlike in the zoo this was out of my expectations. However although I gave 5 stars, there are things to note. This is a sanctuary, not zoo, hence it is small and not much animals but charge the same.

Fantastic experience: This was a fantastic half day for my family of four. The info shows with the animals were small which meant you could see the animals better and ask more questions with the animal carers. Our son (4yr old) got to feed the fish and loved the dolphins. I was obsessed with the penguins and loved how shadey the sanctuary was compared to the likes of other wildlife parks. Also loved that the park was small overall, so easy to get around with the little one and the pram. Staff were friendly and food is well priced. Absolutely would go back again! We visited December 2024

Positive experience: Only small, but you get close to seals, dolphins and blue penguins. There is a fish feeding time which is fun. The snappers have no manners and the sharks are adorable. Turtles are super cute. You can have up close encounters with the animals but you will need to part with a lot of money. Recommend booking in advance for encounters.

Positive experience: It’s ok for a first time visit and for the young ones. It’s a small marine park that doesn’t take up much of your time and offers something to do on a rainy day in Coffs. Has a cafe and ample parking. Situated next to a river. $88 entry for a couple.

Fantastic experience: I absolutely love going to Coffs Coast Wildlife Santuary and seeing the animals (dolphins are my favourite). My husband and I purchased a yearly pass and it's the best thing we have ever done. From the moment you walk in to the moment you walk out the team members are friendly, helpful and polite. There is 1 team member in particular that on many occasions I have had interactions with and her name is Carley. I have found Carley to be extremely helpful, thoughtful and she goes way beyond and above to help. I was there on Sunday 27th October with a friend and her family (drove from Newcastle), 2 of her family members have disabilities, 1 using a wheelchair and 1 using cane to help her see. We wanted to go down into the fish viewing section but there was no wheelchair access unless you go through the turtle hospital section which was closed at the time, Carley overheard us talking and offered to let us through the turtle hospital so we could look at the fish through the glass. While in the turtle hospital section Carley gave us the talk about the process of their recovery and eventually their release. Carley than stayed with us while we looked at the fish through the glass and answered any questions we had. The Wildlife Santuary does an amazing job helping injured wildlife and getting the animal back into their natural environment and if they can't be released than they are looked after like they are part of the family. Every single staff member should be extremely proud of themselves you all do an important and an awesome job every single day.

Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing everything and everyone. Has to be the best place we have been in years! From the beginning off our day we had breakfast at the cafe and the staff were the friendliest and most welcoming. The sanctuary blow us away, lovely and so many amazing things to see up close. The staff were knowledgeable and always approachable and willing to give the kids the answers to their questions. The dolphin show was everything we had hoped. The fish feeding was nothing that we expected it was a surprise and a half to be actually feeding the sharks and rays and fish. The sea lions walking around for the kids to follow and watch. So many up close experiences. Patting the dolphin was definitely a perfect end to our day. If there's one thing you do in Coffs it has to be this! We didn't want to leave!! A great cause as well, doing amazing work for the animals.

Fantastic experience: Had an absolutely wonderful day at the Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary. Thanks to Tiga and Sarah for introducing us to Adelaide the sea lion - such a fantastic experience being able to give scratches to a magnificent animal! Also loved the dolphin belly pats and learning about the turtle hospital rehabilitation… can’t wait to bring the nephews down to swim with the dolphins! Thanks again!

Fantastic experience: This is the only marine wildlife rescue centre between the Gold Coast and Sydney. It's has a lovely atmosphere, its great to be able to see their animals up close. Definitely worth a visit and support this great cause and fantastic wildlife displays.

Positive experience: Great place for the kids and great talks.

Positive experience: Hi there, it was a beautiful little place to visit while we were holidaying in coffs. Unfortunately I expected a little bit more for $40 each I was hoping for a little bit more than what was there. Very cute and beautiful and the shows were amazing.

Positive experience: It is a small place and maximum of 3 hrs is enough to see everything. I also booked for ‘Meet the seal’ experience at 12:00 pm. I enjoyed spending time with this cute creature for 15 mins. We reached the sanctuary at 11:30 am, upon getting in I got a hand band for the experience and was asked to wait in the meeting spot. A lady came around 11:50 am to the meeting spot to take us to the seal experience. We missed the rescue retreat at turtle triage at 11:45 am as we were asked to wait in the spot. Hence I would recommend visiting this sanctuary at 9 am and book your meeting session first thing in the morning so that you get time to see the other presentations.

Fantastic experience: Great place to see dolphins, sea lions, and other sea creatures. Get to pat the Dolphins and learn a lot about the marine life

Fantastic experience: We had a great day. It’s a small place with lots of great shows for a half day. Staff were lovely and everyone gets a turn. We fed, played and pat the dolphins and they are so close and really engaging. My kids teenagers loved this as much as I did 30 years ago. Highly recommended.

Fantastic experience: We love this place & you can't come to Coffs harbour without visiting it great value & lots of funny for the kids of all ages

Fantastic experience: The facility was set up wonderfully, and I loved all of the animals. I would definitely recommend staying for the dolphin show if you want some animal interaction! For the price of the ticket, I got much more than expected. Animials were not forced to do tricks and interactions between trainers and animials were always positive. The staff were very friendly and willing to answer any questions. Kids will fall in love with place. 100% recommend.

Negative experience: Sanctuary!?!?! More like prison! Dolphins in a pool is ANIMAL ABUSE! I went looking for local animal rehabilitation and rescue centres to support. Don't support animal abuse!

Negative experience: I feel very sad for these animals. These tanks seemed very dirty, cramped and I had an over all bad feeling for all of them. . I feel like captivity should be canceled knowing that dolphins come from Japan, where they are barbarically massacred in front of one another. It is only the pretty ones who are taken into captivity forced to perform tricks for every bite of food. I don’t see how this is conservation. I had a friend who went here and I wanted to explore. I left with serious depression for all of these beings who are trapped. Especially because the vast majority of species kept in zoos are not endangered. Their conservation I saw here is merely a con. I can see through all of their lies and manipulation through their photography that they are trying to do something good here. This is just another filthy Aquatic prison hell hole and these animals deserve to be at a real sanctuary. The only way that happens is if we all stop going to places like this claim to be helping animals. They are not doing that.

Negative experience: Visited here years ago and it was fantastic. The seals came out into audience to kiss you and were part of the dolphin show. You could play ball, pat the dolphins whenever you wanted and pretend brush their teeth. I was so excited to take my kids this year. Then very disappointed. The place was shabby and run down. The dolphins were fenced off behind a rope so you couldnt directly interact with them. The seal 'show' was a talk where no seal leaves the tank. You just see the keepers give it its daily check over through the tank glass. My child actually asked mum when is the seal show going to be on? Whilst it was on. They asked to leave. After that disappointment there was over an hour to fill in until the dolphin show would start. We ended up leaving as we had already seen the small bunch of things to see and couldn't fill in the time with a 3.5 and 5.5 year old. Very disappointed and annoyed id wasted $130 to take the kids and at how far downhill the place had gone. Should definitely have splurged on seaworld instead.

Fantastic experience: I know people are looking for alot to do, bang for a buck, but what this place has is " hands on ", Interaction with the animals, talks and just the park itself - amazing. If you want to be up and close: this is the place to be! It's a small- friendly place you can probably do in half a day. My favourite place is the window pool. I could just sit here forever. Highly recommend the dolphin program - the interactions are not found anywhere else but here! ( And i like in Brisbane ive been to other programs)

Fantastic experience: Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary is a wonderful destination for animal lovers and families. The sanctuary offers an up-close experience with a variety of native Australian wildlife, including koalas, kangaroos, and many bird species. The staff are passionate and knowledgeable, providing informative talks and demonstrations that enhance the visit. The enclosures are well-maintained and designed to mimic natural habitats, ensuring the animals are comfortable and well-cared for. There are plenty of interactive opportunities, such as feeding the kangaroos and photo sessions with koalas, which are a hit with both kids and adults. The sanctuary also features lovely walking trails, picnic areas, and a playground, making it a perfect spot for a day out. The café offers a good selection of refreshments, and the facilities are clean and convenient. Overall, Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary provides a memorable and educational experience in a beautiful setting. Highly recommend for a fun and engaging day with nature!

Fantastic experience: Had the most amazing experience swimming with dolphins today. The trainer and photographer were so informative and lovely. Highly recommend and will definitely be back

Fantastic experience: We loved every minute of our time here! The new talks were very interactive, and the trainers/team truly love their job. We thoroughly enjoyed how the trainers invited the kids to see what they were doing, having close up encounters included in the ticket. The highlight was saying hello to the dolphins and turtles! The focus on rehabilitation and conservation is made in a fun way for kids. The Sanctuary is small but is 'pecked' with value for your family! The pathways are easily accessible by foot, pram or tail. The cafe is spacious, good selection and reasonable pricing. As with most attractions, off-peak times are recommended. This allowed our kids to get time with the trainers. Allow 2-3 hrs. Do yourself a favour, and support this NFP organisation. It's better than Seaworld!

Negative experience: Was pretty over rated... We spent maybe one hour here. was a waste of $70 to go inside. plus $99 to see the pangolins

Fantastic experience: Every time we visit Coffs Harbour we always come here. The Sanctuary is an amazing experience and well worth supporting for their conservation and local rescue work. It wouldn’t be Coffs Harbour without this wildlife sanctuary, operated by locals. The food was delicious too :) there are lots of options for animal interactions so I’ve just put a few photos but you will have to discover the rest yourself when you visit!

Positive experience: Rainy day but still had fun. The shows and talks were very interactive and interesting. I just felt for the limited displays and things to do/see it was very highly priced. I can go to Melbourne Zoo for the same and have an entire day there and still have more to see but I was done with all the animals and displays in 2hrs in Coffs.

Fantastic experience: It was a great experience, the kids were fascinated. They liked everything about the sanctuary, especially the sea lions and dolphins. The staff were really friendly, answering all our questions patiently. Strongly recommended for families who have kids.

Fantastic experience: Best day ever awsome dolphins and seal show i give u all million staff are amazing helpful best time to go in morning as dolphin show is 1245pm

Fantastic experience: What a great place to visit, and I have been several times now. Love the talks and interactions, the kids just as much! It's worth the visit!

Fantastic experience: All the staff were so friendly and informative. We had such a great day here. The staff made announcements before a display or talk was taking place. We were able to see penguins and fish being fed and learn about the rehabilitation of turtles. We were able to participate in the feeding of the fish and touch dolphins as they swam past, free of charge ! Would highly recommend this place.

Fantastic experience: If you really want to get up close to dolphins and seals without having to pay a ridiculous amount of money then this place is for you, we did the dolphin experience and cannot recommend it any higher. Even before doing the experience we were able to see the dolphins and seals in the show and they were super close. Loved it! Will be back!! 100/10

Fantastic experience: amazing work and lovely staff! there’s a cafe inside the entrance, we were happy to see a sign for vegan food options

Fantastic experience: A great day out! Super interactive for kids, you can see they care alot about the animals and the staff were very helpful and informative. Great customer service etc. The seal and dolphin show is a definite highlight but I'd advise trying to make all the shows and feedings as they are really fun . Only critique is it needs more for younger children perhaps a small playground or climbing frame, sandpit etc in the lunch area and a touching pool or something. We spent 4 hours there and made memories for a lifetime.and will be back!

Fantastic experience: Had a wonderful time with family at this sanctuary. We arrived at 9and were worried how we would spend the time until the main show at noon. But a talk or a presentation every half an hour made the time fly. The talks are engaging and informative. There is chance to interact with the animals at no extra cost as well;feeding fish and patting the dolphins. Highly recommend it

Fantastic experience: Really fun place. Went in through the general admission tickets and really enjoyed the dolphin / sealion shows …total value for money

Fantastic experience: Amazing and lovely place to visit. Park is very clean, staff are friendly and very informative. Had a great afternoon and my daughter had an unforgettable time swimming with a dolphin.

Positive experience: It’s a very cosy (small) sanctuary but you can tell the staff love being there and the animals are very well cared for. Little pricey for entry however for a good cause.

Fantastic experience: Better than SeaWorld, everything you would want to see is right here, kid friendly, affordable, clean & the meals are delicious. My two little girls 4 & 2 years old were utterly delighted to see all the animals & tickled pink they got to give the dolphins an ice block & feed the stingray. Thanks to all the friendly staff for their knowledge. We loved it that much we will be back next month.

Fantastic experience: Enjoyable and interesting few hours. It's quite a small place with not a huge amount of exhibits to see, but if you go to a couple of talks and sessions it's well worth while and super interesting. If you're not interested in the talks and the conservation and how they look after the animals it'll be a short trip. The staff are superb as well.

Fantastic experience: Absolutely love this place this visit we became annual members we live 2.5hrs away but will make the effort to visit as much as we can

Fantastic experience: Our team recently had the pleasure of celebrating our staff Christmas party at Dolphin Marine Conservation Park in Coffs Harbour, and it was nothing short of amazing! From start to finish, the experience was a perfect blend of fun, education, and awe-inspiring moments that left our team in high spirits. The park's setting is picturesque, surrounded by lush greenery and overlooking the stunning Coffs Harbour. The cheerful atmosphere greeted us as soon as we entered, setting the tone for an unforgettable day. The staff at Dolphin Marine Conservation Park were not only friendly and accommodating but also incredibly knowledgeable about marine life, which added an educational aspect to our celebration. The highlight of our visit was, without a doubt, the dolphin and seal presentations. The shows were not only entertaining but also showcased the park's commitment to marine conservation and the well-being of its resident animals. The trainers demonstrated a deep connection with the dolphins and seals, and it was heartening to see the emphasis on positive reinforcement and enrichment for these incredible creatures. Our team had the opportunity to get up close and personal with some of the resident animals during interactive sessions. The chance to feed and interact with dolphins was a once-in-a-lifetime experience that left everyone with smiles from ear to ear. It was a unique team-building activity that fostered a sense of camaraderie among us. The park's facilities were well-maintained, and we appreciated the emphasis on environmental sustainability throughout the venue. The educational displays provided valuable insights into marine conservation, making our visit not only enjoyable but also enlightening. The on-site dining options were diverse and offered delicious choices for all tastes. We took advantage of the picnic areas and enjoyed a delightful lunch while taking in the scenic views. The park's amenities were clean, and the staff ensured a seamless experience for our group. Overall, our staff Christmas party at Dolphin Marine Conservation Park was a resounding success. The combination of breathtaking marine life, interactive experiences, and the park's commitment to conservation made it a memorable day for our team. We left with a newfound appreciation for marine ecosystems and a shared sense of joy and wonder. If you're looking for a unique and enchanting venue for your next event, Dolphin Marine Conservation Park in Coffs Harbour is the perfect choice!

Fantastic experience: Our first time visiting Coffs Harbour and we had to go here as we love animals.Such a great little place and lots of shows throughout the day to keep you entertained,from turtles dolphins sea lions penguins and more it's definitely worth visiting

Fantastic experience: This place is still just as amazing as when I was a kid! Was insanely happy I took my daughter there this year! The current owner loves the site and everything it stands for in conservation and rescue. I can highly recommend the sealion and dolphin experience!!

Fantastic experience: We decided to visit today since the weather was cloudy and we weren't sure what to do for our day in Coffs Harbour. This was a fantastic spontaneous decision. The trainers were amazing and the talks throughout the day were great. The best part was the behind-the-scenes tour we booked. Held after the sanctuary closes, this was incredible value. We learnt so much and would highly recommend it to anyone who visits. Loved it!

Fantastic experience: Love seeing the incredible dolphins and other animals. Definitely no regret and love it

Fantastic experience: This was a really good little sanctuary to visit with the family. There was plenty to see and do. The dolphin show was great and it was good to hear about the conservation work they are doing. It wasn’t overly crowded but some of the smaller shows/exhibits (rehabilitation show & fish feeding) were crowded so it was hard to hear the presentation but if you go through self paced you can see and hear everything. The food was reasonably priced but the service was a little slow - we were sitting outside where it was hot and there wasn’t much breeze - there was shade under the umbrellas though. The gift shop was a real surprise, I don’t normally like buying the kids plastic things but these were all made from recycled plastic and were really well priced! My daughter got a little ring bubble game that she loved and kept her entertained for hours! The park closes early but there is plenty of time to see and do everything there - it is well worth a visit