Sanctuary | Dingo Den Animal Rescue - Dingo Den Animal Rescue

THE DINGO DEN DISCOVERY EXPERIENCE
Arrive as strangers, leave as friends!

You’d be forgiven for thinking you’re lost. The residential area looks like average suburbia. Your clue is in the driveway; guests seated, waiting to begin their unique experience. You’re greeted by the founder who introduces you to the world of the dingo. He opens your eyes to their plight and significance to Australia’s future.
As the gates of the sanctuary open, your senses are dazzled - birds fly through the canopy of a tropical rainforest. Frogs croak among the rocks and reeds of a freshwater dam. Native bees buzz in a scenic flowering woodland. Red dust rises from the arid outback... and then your eyes meet theirs. With tails wagging and heads tilting, the dingoes trot over to greet you. As you kneel to embrace their welcome, you’re blessed with kisses and cuddles.
Soon after, a leash is put in your hand, and you lead the dingoes on a beautiful bush walk before returning them to their oasis for grooming and treats. A life-changing experience - the Dingo Den Discovery Experience.

Includes:

2-hour Dingo Den Discovery Experience
Dingo Meet and Greet
Dingo Bushwalk (45 minutes)
Dingo Grooming and Hand Feeding
Professional Photography of your Experience
Refreshments
Free Shuttle Service

Adults:
$110.00

Children (5yrs - 12yrs):
$60.00

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE

Note that for special occasions such as Valentine's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, Father's Day and Christmas, itineraries will vary to make these events unique and even more special!

A free shuttle service will transport guests to the Dingo Den Sanctuary from Glenmore Park Town Centre, please park at the Centre and meet at KFC for shuttle.

Is your Discovery Experience for a special occasion? Birthday, anniversary, or a unique surprise? Let us know when booking to discuss making it extra special!

I left feeling passionate about Dingo Den’s mission to not only rescue [dingoes], but to rehabilitate the image of what I now believe to be the most misunderstood animal on the planet.
Justin Mills, California, USA

What to expect

The Dingo Den Discovery Experience is all about education and enjoyment. Our aim is to provide an unforgettable experience for participants whilst providing educational insight in to the amazing world of the dingo – with plenty of cuddles along the way of course!

"Comprehensive education was provided prior to us meeting the dingoes"

Delve deeper in to the world of these beautiful animals as you start your experience with an educational talk about the history of the dingo, their origins and their amazing characteristics. We take pride in emulating the sacred values of Indigenous culture, giving guests insight into the relationship between dingoes and Indigenous Australians and discussing the dingo's cultural and ecological importance.

After this, you will have a chance to meet and greet some of our resident dingoes in their sanctuary environment. You will take your time getting to know some of our friendliest residents, with one of our sanctuary volunteers on hand at all times to answer questions and guide you through the experience.

"Such divine creatures!"

Dingoes are curious, intelligent creatures – so expect to be inspected! Our dingoes may even give you a quick kiss in order to give you the final ‘lick of approval’ as one of their own. To finish off the experience, you will have the opportunity to take our dingoes on a nature walk – a fantastic opportunity to observe our dingoes as they show off their natural curiosity and alertness.

ON THE DAY

What You Need to Know
The safety and comfort of those on site is our number one priority. We want to make this experience accessible to all, however there are a few things to note prior to booking:

Access
A free shuttle service will transport guests to the Dingo Den Sanctuary from Glenmore Park Town Centre. Entry to our site involves a semi-steep incline. Wheelchairs can access the site, however, please note that the sanctuary does include gravel paths which can be uneven.

What to Wear
Please wear comfortable clothes for walking and sturdy, non-slip hiking boots as the ground is uneven. You will be getting close and personal with our dingoes, so we advise on wearing something that you don’t mind getting a little dusty.

Walk
Weather permitting, our Discovery Experience participants get the pleasure of taking our dingoes on a bush walk. This walk is conducted in local bushland surrounding the sanctuary and includes rocky, uneven terrain and steep declines and inclines. Please do not participate in this walk if you have a heart condition or feel uncomfortable with hiking. This walk would be considered to be of a medium grade.

Walking is an optional part of the experience, and you can speak to one of our volunteers if you do not feel confident with this part of the experience.

Our sanctuary

Our native wildlife sanctuary is strategically nested at the foothills of the world heritage listed Blue Mountains National Park. As Sydney’s very first dingo sanctuary, its aim is to provide a protected space where dingoes can thrive in a natural habitat similar to what they would experience in the wild. The sanctuary allows our dingoes to roam freely, and gives visitors the valuable opportunity to observe these fascinating creatures at their best.

Part of the sanctuary’s aim is to advance the natural environment, advocating for the conservation of vulnerable flora and fauna. Our dedicated volunteers work to maintain the sanctuary and support native plants, which in turn assists with the biodiversity of the sanctuary and it’s surrounds.

PLEASE NOTE: The address of our sanctuary is kept private for the security of our dingoes, but will be provided to you after your booking has been confirmed.

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