Townsville, Australia

Townsville & Billabong Sanctuary

Discover Australia’s Native Wildlife and the Thriving City of Townsville Meet your favorite Australian animals in a tropical bushland setting and view sunny Townsville. Travel ten miles south to Billabong Sanctuary, where you will meet a qualified ranger who will offer you expert insight into Australia’s fascinating wildlife. Nestled in the hills of the Muntalunga Range and set among rainforest, wetlands and eucalyptus trees, this is the perfect environment for the wildlife. After a memorable experience at the sanctuary, return to Townsville, a city basking in more than 300 days of sunshine each year. Your motor coach will take you up Castle Hill for a 360° view of Townsville and the shores of Cleveland Bay. This giant pink granite monolith standing proudly in the center of Townsville is only 26 feet short of being a mountain. See some more of the city’s landmark sights before returning to your ship. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.