About Big Swamp Wildlife Park
Big Swamp Wildlife Park is a community wildlife park located on the edge of Big Swamp Parklands in Bunbury, Western Australia, about 175 km south of Perth. Set around a natural wetland, it houses native Australian animals and exotic birds in enclosures and aviaries. Notable for its accessible, family-oriented layout, walk-through aviaries, kangaroo enclosure and conservation education focus, it is managed in partnership with the City of Bunbury.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a compact, flat parkland setting around a natural swamp with shaded walkways, aviaries, enclosures and open lawns. You can view kangaroos, wallabies, wombats, possums, reptiles, and a large collection of parrots, cockatoos and waterbirds. Areas include walk-through aviaries, a kangaroo paddock for close viewing, playground, picnic and BBQ areas, and a kiosk. The environment is calm and family-friendly with wetland views and abundant birdlife.
Key highlights
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Walk-through aviaries with native parrots, cockatoos and exotic birds
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Kangaroo and wallaby enclosure with close viewing opportunities
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Natural Big Swamp wetland setting with waterbirds and turtles
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Family-friendly playground and shaded picnic and BBQ areas
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Conservation and education focus on Australian native wildlife