Cradle Mountain: Tasmanian Devil Feeding Tour & Sanctuary Walk

Meet Tasmanian devils up close at Cradle Mountain with keeper insights

You’ll stand right inside Cradle Mountain’s sanctuary as Tasmanian devils scramble and squabble during feeding time—a bit wild, honestly! With your ticket you can wander all day, chat with keepers about conservation work, and maybe even spot sleepy wombats between showers. If you want real-life devil drama up close (and some laughs), this is it.

What’s included

Your day includes full admission to Devils at Cradle Wildlife Park with free onsite parking, a guided walk led by experienced keepers focused on Tasmanian devil feeding in their largest enclosure, plus plenty of time to explore other resident species throughout the sanctuary before or after your session.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Guided Tasmanian devil feeding tour

• Arrive at sanctuary
• Join guided sanctuary walk
• Watch Tasmanian devil feeding session
• Listen to keeper commentary
• Explore sanctuary at leisure

The Experience

“You’ll hear them before you see them,” our guide grinned as we shuffled along the path at Devils at Cradle Wildlife Park. He wasn’t kidding. There’s this weird, guttural chatter from the enclosure—half argument, half dinner bell—and suddenly you realize these Tasmanian devils are nothing like cartoons. The air was sharp and earthy, kind of mossy after last night’s rain. I kept catching myself staring at their jaws (honestly, bigger than I expected) as our guide tossed in food and explained how their table manners—or total lack of—actually help keep Tasmania’s wild places clean.

I liked that it wasn’t just standing around watching; we actually walked through the biggest enclosure, so there were devils darting past us on all sides. At one point, a little kid near me gasped when two of them started squabbling over a chunk of meat—loud enough to make everyone jump. Our guide didn’t miss a beat: “That’s normal. They’re just sorting out who’s boss.” There was something raw about it but also kind of funny? I tried to pronounce their scientific name—Sarcophilus harrisii—but Li (one of the keepers) just laughed and shook her head. I probably butchered it.

You get general entry for the whole day with this ticket, so after the main tour I wandered back to watch the devils nap in a heap, then checked out some wombats nearby. It’s not a huge place but there’s enough to fill an afternoon if you take your time. The weather kept shifting—sun one minute, drizzle the next—but nobody seemed to mind much; just bring a jacket and you’ll be fine. Still thinking about those scrappy little faces and how much noise they made over lunch.

Top questions

How long does the Tasmanian devil feeding tour last?

The guided feeding session lasts about 1 hour.

Is general entry to Devils at Cradle included?

Yes, your ticket includes general entry for the whole day.

Are there other animals besides Tasmanian devils?

Yes, you can also see wombats and other resident species in the sanctuary.

Is parking available at Devils at Cradle Wildlife Park?

Yes, free onsite parking is provided for visitors.

Is the tour suitable for young children or strollers?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in prams or strollers; children must be accompanied by an adult.

Do tours operate in bad weather?

Tours run in all weather conditions; dress appropriately as much of it is outdoors.

Is the sanctuary wheelchair accessible?

Yes, most areas are accessible for wheelchairs and service animals are allowed.

Can I explore the sanctuary before or after my guided tour?

Yes, you're welcome to wander before or after your scheduled tour time.