If you’re planning a Perth itinerary that blends wildlife, fresh air and genuinely memorable moments, put Caversham Wildlife Park at the top of your list. Tucked inside Whiteman Park, just 30 minutes from Perth CBD, it’s one of Western Australia’s most accessible and family-friendly wildlife experiences.

What You’ll See

This is your chance to meet Australia’s icons up close. Hand-feed kangaroos, snap a selfie with a koala and wander through farmyard encounters that are a hit with kids and international visitors alike. A hugely popular interactive experience is 'Meet the Wombat and Friends' - with around 20 Australian species to meet and learn about, it is fun and educational.

Beyond the big names, the park is home to dingoes, reptiles and native birds, offering a well-rounded introduction to our unique fauna. For interstate and overseas guests, it’s a compact way to tick off the Aussie bucket list.

Getting There

Address: 233B Drumpellier Dr, Whiteman, Western Australia, 6068

Open Hours: 9am - 4:30pm

Located just 20km’s from Perth CBD, Caversham Wildlife Park is a quick 30-minute drive making it easily accessible whether you are self-driving or hopping onboard a coach tour.

Perfect for Group Tours

For school groups, corporate social clubs and inbound tour programs, Caversham is easy to navigate and structured around interactive sessions. Think farm shows, shearing demonstrations and wildlife talks that keep groups engaged rather than just wandering.

It’s location to the CBD is also ideal if you have other must-visits on your list. You can jump onboard the Pinnacle Desert & 4wd Adventure Day Tour with Australian Pinnacle Tours and visit not only Caversham Wildlife Park, but Lancelin Sand Dunes, the Pinnacle Desert and the Cervantes Lobster Shack. Wildlife in the morning, seafood lunch at midday and sandy adventures in the afternoon. That’s a very WA day out.

If you’re building a Western Australia itinerary that balances nature, education and easy access from Perth, Caversham Wildlife Park delivers. Simple, authentic and always a crowd-pleaser.