Batreach Bat Rescue & Rehabilitation is a volunteer-run centre in Kuranda, near Cairns, caring for flying foxes. Arrange a visit to meet the bats up close and hear about their rescue and rehabilitation from the people who care for them. The centre is not a zoo, so visits need to be scheduled in advance. There is no admission fee; donations help fund the animals’ care. It’s a focused, educational stop for anyone curious about bats and their welfare.
A rescue centre in Kuranda
Batreach cares for flying foxes and other animals that come into its care. The centre is run by volunteers, and visits are arranged in advance rather than offered as a walk-in attraction.
During a visit, staff introduce the bats and explain their work. The centre’s focus is rescue and rehabilitation, so the experience is about learning how the animals are cared for, not a zoo-style visit.
Arrange your visit
Contact Batreach by phone or email before travelling to Kuranda. Public visits are available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, and an appointment is needed. The centre is at 13 Barang St.
If map directions bring you to the back entrance, look for signs pointing towards Kuranda village, or approach from Coondoo Street. There is no admission fee. Donations help the volunteer-run centre care for the bats and other animals.
FAQ
Do I need to book a visit to Batreach?
Yes. Contact the centre by phone or email to arrange an appointment before you go.
When can I visit Batreach?
Public visits are available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Is there an admission fee?
There is no admission fee. The centre relies on donations to support its work.
What can I see at Batreach?
You can see flying foxes up close and learn about the centre’s rescue and rehabilitation work.
