You've got to see it to believe it!
The Trained Alexandrines have been performing faithfully for 15 years here at Parrots In Paradise, and prior to that we traveled all over for 5 years.
They have happily worked for many bus groups and visitors over the years. In that time we used positive reinforcement, rewarding them with praise and treats after a trick. Our parrots were never punished when they did not perform.
Knowing the birds are having a ball is great fun for the young and old. The bird's ability to solve puzzles and evidence of cognitive thought has to be seen to be believed.
But time has taken it's toll on not only the parrots but also on the humans.
So it was decided to do one final show for a professional vidographer in order to capture all of the show in spite of our losing one of our parrot team to a stroke and another to cataracts.
The Videographer was able to cobble in the missing performers tricks thanks to old videos.
So now when you visit you get the show in it's entirety. Nothing is missed.
We can do nothing about Lena who was taken by the stroke. But Kelele, who has cataracts will, once he is fully blind, will be given an eye operation, because this bird gave faithfully of himself for 20 years, and he will likely live at least the same again, so he deserves to be able to see in that time. So we are saving to get the $4000 for his operation.
For Bookings and info
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
To enjoy the very best experience,
when booking PLEASE allow yourself at least two hours for your visit
so you can see and do everything.
Things to see and do
With over 300 Australian and International birds to meet at Parrots in Paradise your visit will be exciting and varied.
Self Guided Tour
Grab a digital handset and take an informative self-guided tour of over 24 different parrot species. Some of our parrots love nothing more than to chat. Pay attention as they talk, they love an audience! (watch our superstar, Whopper, and his parrot mates chat away in our video gallery).
Freedom Flight Aviary
Enter the Freedom Flight aviary with over 60 birds of many different types waiting for you to come and entertain them (and give them treats). Our friendliest birds are in the Freedom Flight aviary and can’t wait to come and sit on your shoulder and say ‘hello’! Become the birdies best friends by offering them yummy and tempting fruit, vegetables and biscuits provided to you at entry. Make sure to take lots of selfies and share them. Our birds love the adoration.
Parrot Show
Parrots in Paradise is known for the wonderful performances put on by our talented and funny Alexandrines. Owing to Covid and, sadly, the passing of some of our lovely stars of the show, you can now watch a recording of our legendary show on the big screen TV. Laugh at the amazing sets and trick show equipment used by the birds in our Hall of Fame – Memorabilia.
Devonshire Tea
For a real special treat enjoy scrummy Devonshire Cream Tea
Maximum of 8 people and chat with your friends about which of the stunning birds was your favorite (how can you choose!).
Gift Shop
Pop into the birdie gift shop to pick up a gift or a memento of your time with our magnificent parrots. We look forward to seeing you again here at Parrots in Paradise. Once is never enough - third time is the best!
The money raised from your visit goes to parrot food, housing and vet care for our not-for-profit bird sanctuary. Our parrots and volunteers thank you very much for your visit.
OPTIONS
To our Valued clients REGRETTABLY as of December 1st 2023, due to the ever rising costs of food and veterinary care for the birds, we are unable to offer a discount for companion card holders.
Audio Guided Tour - $25 per person
(children under 3 free)
Includes:
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Digital handset
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Parrots in Paradise Show movie and the memorabilia hall of fame
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Entry to the Freedom Flight aviary
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Treats for our free flight birdies
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Access to the picnic grounds
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(bring a picnic if you wish)
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Plenty of opportunities for selfies
Devonshire Tea - $10 per person ( Max group 8 people )
Add in a Devonshire Tea to top off your visit. Please advise at time of booking
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Fresh scones with jam and cream
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Gluten free scones available.
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Pot of tea or a cup of coffee
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Kids enjoy a just juice or fizzy drink
Go for a walk around Paradise Island (mozzies permitting)
Bookings Are Essential
To book call 07 5438 7719
Opening at 10.30 am Gates closing 2 pm
Closed TUESDAYS and Christmas Day
To enjoy the very best experience, allow at least two hours for your visit.
To our Valued clients REGRETTABLY as of December 1st 2023, due to the ever rising costs of food and veterinary care for the birds, we are unable to offer a discount for companion card holders. And our prices are as below:
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Behind the scenes tour $25 pp
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Children under 3yrs FREE
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Watch the video that was the live show, showcasing the incredible intelligence of the parrots doing all their tricks.
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Wander around at your leisure and enjoy visiting all the parrots in their homes. (Children must be supervised at all times)
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Go into the freedom flight where you can hand-feed the friendly birds and take lots of selfies.
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WE ALSO OFFER:-
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Devonshire Cream Tea $10 pp
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(pre-ordered when booking)
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Group of 10 people or more $25. pp
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Complimentary morning tea or coffee.
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(pre ordered when booking)
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LUNCH $20 pp
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Consisting of a variety of sandwiches,
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Fruit of the season, Cake and desert.
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Gluten free and special diet requirements on request.
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(pre-ordered when booking)
Devonshire Tea for two
To Book
Want to come to Parrots in Paradise? Of course you do!!
Bookings are required and must be made by phone (we do our best with emails). Call one of our friendly volunteers on 07 5438 7719.
When you arrive pay for your booking using eftpos or cash.
Opening at 10.30 am with gates closing 2 pm every day. Closed Tuesdays and Christmas Day.
Sorry, no booking – no entry.
Visit our contact page for a map and directions.
Hot day? Sorry, but we may have to cancel your tour on very hot days. It is too much for our lovely parrots (and our lovely volunteers). Please provide a contact number when booking.
Opening Times
We are open most days (except Tuesdays and Christmas Day). Entry is available from 10.30am till 2pm.
We may be unable to permit entry of visitors who have not booked. We rely on volunteers. Your booking will ensure we have the right number of staff available to make your visit the best it can be.
Warning - Parrots are Thieves!
It's an amazing experience to have a parrot sit on you. It's less amazing when they pinch your gold jewellery, disassemble your earrings and eat your buttons. Yes, these are natural parrot behaviours.
Swallowing the pearl from Grandma's favourite earring can also be very bad for the parrot. Expensive vet bills can ensue. Please dress appropriately.
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