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Rainforestation

Locality: Kuranda, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 4085 5008

Address: Kennedy Highway 4881 Kuranda, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.rainforest.com.au

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25.01.2022 Our Pamagirri performer Michael "Waru" Warusum has an undeniably captivating presence when he performs Did you know that kids can enjoy the dance presentation for free when they book onto our brand new Mini Mob Experience? You can find out more about it here: https://www.rainforest.com.au/cairns-childrens-activities-/ ... Photo by @hector_m_e (Instagram) Explore Tropical North Queensland | Visit Queensland, Australia | Australia.com | Adventure Cairns | Kuranda Village | Atherton Tablelands

25.01.2022 Looking to learn more about the World Heritage Rainforest? Our new Rainforest Discovery Package looks at the rainforest from two very different perspectives. Explore the rainforest on land and in water on an authentic World War 2 Army Duck. Join a Pamagirri Indigenous Guide for to learn more about Indigenous Culture as you traverse through the rainforest. Head to our website to book: https://www.rainforest.com.au/kuranda-rainforest-tour/ ... Explore Tropical North Queensland | Visit Queensland, Australia | Australia.com | Adventure Cairns | Kuranda Village | Discover Atherton Tablelands

25.01.2022 QUICK! We have just released more tickets to Rally at Rainforestation: TARGA Great Barrier Reef ! Head to our website to book now: https://www.rainforest.com.au/targa-great-barrier-reef/

23.01.2022 "Right, that's enough of the baby Koalas", said no person ever. Our Kiki captured in all her floofy glory by _vanessahill (Instagram) Mention a pal who needs to meet this little girl ... Explore Tropical North Queensland | Visit Queensland, Australia | Australia.com | Adventure Cairns | Kuranda Village | Discover Atherton Tablelands

23.01.2022 Last chance to book in for our Cairns Family Photography Workshop tomorrow! Only a few spots left Learn how to take better photos with your digital camera and photograph our animals in our Koala & Wildlife Park! Book online here: https://www.rainforest.com.au/cairns-family-photography-wo/

23.01.2022 With less than a week until our Pamagirri Art Market For Emerging Indigenous Artists, we'd like to introduce you to another of our showcasing artists. Timena Rhodes is of Kuku Yalanji and European heritage. Also, a teacher of early childhood, primary, secondary and tertiary in various countries around the world. Timena will be launching her first children’s book, Keep Shining Bright, at the Art Market and will be doing readings at 11am and 12 noon.... Additionally, Timena will be showcasing her ceramics and pottery which will also be available for purchase on the day. Our Pamagirri Art Market For Emerging Indigenous Artists in collaboration with UMI Arts will be held on Sunday 22nd November from 10am to 1pm.

23.01.2022 Kangaroos may be Australia's iconic bouncy marsupials, but Marri and her Joey could honestly give them a run for their money!!! Don't forget to enter our competition to name Marri's Joey! You could win the ultimate Xmas gift, The CaPTA Group Annual Pass. Submit your name suggestions at rainforest.com.au/competition... Explore Tropical North Queensland | Visit Queensland, Australia | Australia.com | Kuranda Village | Discover Atherton Tablelands

22.01.2022 How on earth is it already the school holidays next week? Enjoy a little something different with the family this holidays with our Cairns Family Photography Workshop! Join a professional photographer and learn how to take better photos on your digital camera, then put your skills to the test by photographing some of our animals! Check out our event for more info: Cairns Family Photography Workshop Explore Tropical North Queensland | Visit Queensland, Australia | Australia.com | Adventure Cairns | Kuranda Village | Discover Atherton Tablelands

20.01.2022 In the toughest year many of us have ever faced here in Cairns and The Great Barrier Reef region, on World Tourism Day, Rainforestation and The CaPTA Group would like to thank you for your support over these school holidays. This year’s World Tourism Day celebrates the important role tourism plays in preserving and promoting culture and heritage all around the world. We are blessed to introduce guests to authentic Indigenous culture through our Pamagirri Aboriginal Experien...ce. The experience celebrates and preserves Indigenous traditions and celebrates unique Indigenous traditions from clans from local areas and all over Australia. Our Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience also won the highly contended Qantas Award for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Tourism at the Queensland Tourism Awards. This recognises the dedication and passion of our Pamagirri Guides, who share their incredible culture with guests from each corner of the globe each and every day. #WorldTourismDay Explore Tropical North Queensland | Visit Queensland, Australia | Australia.com | Discover Atherton Tablelands | Kuranda Village

20.01.2022 This juvenile cassowary pretty much sums up 2020 But.... cassowary poop contains native rainforest tree seeds (many of which can't be consumed by other animals), which help to spread and regenerate the rainforest! Let's hope that 2021 is the year of regeneration, of new beginnings and of prosperity. ... Wishing you all a happy new year and a wonderful 2021! Explore Tropical North Queensland | Visit Queensland, Australia | Australia.com | Adventure Cairns | Kuranda Village

19.01.2022 Live with Sharni and koala Joeys

18.01.2022 Meet our youngest resident! This little cutie is Marri's joey and is starting to emerge from the pouch more and more! Why not come and meet them both this school holidays? Thanks to our keeper Evie for snapping this adorable shot. Explore Tropical North Queensland | Visit Queensland, Australia | Australia.com | Adventure Cairns | Kuranda Village | Discover Atherton Tablelands

18.01.2022 This 11 month old Koala Joey had a little bit of a rough start when his Mum didn’t adjust well to mum life. Luckily our Wildlife Team Leader Sharni was there to help! She spent many nights up giving him formula and cuddles (tough gig right?!) He has grown into a cheeky, confident little koala who loves interacting with his human buddies and now he is ready to meet you! In honour of all the love and care Sharni put in to this little man, he has been official named T...eddy which is the nickname Sharni gave him the first night she took him home for extra care. We think Teddy is the perfect name since he loves his cuddles! Would you like to get up close to Teddy? Find out more here: https://www.facebook.com/events/327513291886635/ Explore Tropical North Queensland | Visit Queensland, Australia | Kuranda Village | Discover Atherton Tablelands | PakMag

17.01.2022 They call me KARAMELLO! You voted, and our female Koala joey is called Karamello! Technically, this means she gets her own jingle too! Thanks for all of your name suggestions and to everyone who voted.... Explore Tropical North Queensland | Visit Queensland, Australia | Australia.com | Adventure Cairns | Kuranda Village

16.01.2022 Are you coming to our Pamagirri Art Market For Emerging Indigenous Artists tomorrow? In collaboration with UMI Arts, we will be joined by emerging Indigenous artists, who will showcase a range of their works for purchase. With jewellery, artifacts, canvas prints, woven work and contemporary art, there's something for everyone! There is even a story book reading for the kids at 11am and 12 noon. We would love to introduce you to another of our showcasing artists: Naurita Bris...coe. A Kuku Yalanji Artist, from Mossman and Daintree. Her work reflects her cultural heritage, sharing life experiences and journeys through art. Naurita has been creating art since a teenager and in 2010 registered her creative arts practice into a business. She also develops and implements creative arts cultural workshops Her artworks include canvas paintings, screen-prints, hand painted burny necklaces and earrings. Naurita reproduces her own designs onto various mediums such as gift cards, print reproductions, bags, coasters, lamp shades and shirts. Our Pamagirri Art Market For Emerging Indigenous Artists is on tomorrow from 10am to 1pm. Please note: not all artists have EFTPOS facilities so please bring cash.

15.01.2022 Our babies Kiki and Teddy enjoying a koala-ity hug! Catch up with Wildlife Keeper Sharni and the adorable Rainforestation koala joeys this Friday at 10.15am right here on Facebook with our live stream! Explore Tropical North Queensland | Visit Queensland, Australia | Australia.com | Kuranda Village | Discover Atherton Tablelands

12.01.2022 Only 3 days to go until our Pamagirri Art Market For Emerging Indigenous Artists in association with UMI Arts We'd like to introduce you to another artist that will be showcasing: Briana Enoch aka Jarawee. Briana Enoch is a proud Kaantju, Quandamooka woman with connections to Djabugay and Kuku Yalanji. Briana is an Aboriginal artist turned fashion designer and has been painting since the age of 16yrs of age. Forward 22 years later, Briana, hand paints striking designs on ...fashionable accessories for women and men, including shoes, handbags, ties and bow ties. She's even worked with iconic shoe designer Jimmy Choo! Our Pamagirri Art Market For Emerging Indigenous Artists will be held on Sunday from 10am to 1pm at Rainforestation. Please note: not all artists have EFTPOS facilities, so please bring cash.

12.01.2022 4 days to go until our Pamagirri Art Market For Emerging Indigenous Artists in association with UMI Arts! We would like to introduce another of our showcasing artists: Remy Fry. Remy was born and raised in Far North Queensland with an Aboriginal father from Mornington Island and a mother from Wales and Scotland. Remy enjoys art as a hobby, making images on canvas, paper and greeting cards. He says his Indigenous culture and Dreamtime, as well as his own spiritual beliefs, l...eads him to create a new style of traditional Indigenous dot paintings combined with a modern contemporary influence. Our Pamagirri Art Market For Emerging Indigenous Artists will be held on Sunday from 10am to 1pm at Rainforestation. Please note: not all artists have EFTPOS facilities, so please bring cash.

11.01.2022 Looks like Marri and her joey are having an argument over what the little 'uns name should be! Do you think she looks like a Karamello, a Maple or a Tillie? Vote on our pinned post Video by our keeper Phoebe (@phoebe.214 Instagram)... Explore Tropical North Queensland | Visit Queensland, Australia | Australia.com | Kuranda Village | Adventure Cairns

09.01.2022 Always was... Always will be Our Cultural Development Officer Willie Enoch-Tranby shares what this years NAIDOC week theme means to him. National NAIDOC | Cairns Naidoc | Explore Tropical North Queensland | Visit Queensland, Australia | Australia.com | Adventure Cairns

08.01.2022 Vote for your favourite name for our female Koala Joey To vote, simply like the adorable shot with your chosen name! The final names are...... Karamello Tillie Maple Thank you for everyone who submitted their name suggestions. The name with the most votes will win The CaPTA Group Annual Pass and an Exclusive Access Koala Experience. Voting runs from 9.01.2020- 21.01.2020 Explore Tropical North Queensland | Visit Queensland, Australia | Australia.com | Adventure Cairns | Kuranda Village | Discover Atherton Tablelands | Kuranda Scenic Railway

07.01.2022 2 days to go until the Pamagirri Art Market For Emerging Indigenous Artists this Sunday! We'd like to introduce you to another of our showcasing artists. Louis Enoch is a Djabugay/Quandamooka Man and long-term member of the Pamagirri Aboriginal Cultural Presenters at Rainforestation Nature Park. Additionally, he is a talented artist and will be bring along his canvas artworks, necklaces and artefacts like boomerangs, clap sticks, Didgeridoos, coolamons, spears and woomeras t...o the Art Market for sale. Our Pamagirri Art Market For Emerging Indigenous Artists will be held on Sunday from 10am to 1pm at Rainforestation. Please note: not all artists have EFTPOS facilities, so please bring cash.

07.01.2022 Family Photography Workshops have been going off with a bang! Getting off ‘Manual’ to explore the functions of a Digital SLR, these kids have been learning about composition, shutter speed, exposure, texture and focus. A big Well done! to all participants - including instructor Elyse.... We'll let the results speak for themselves Spaces on next weeks Family Photography Workshop are still available and Camera Hire is an option if you don’t have a Digital SLR. Bookings: https://www.facebook.com/events/257634665338473/ PakMag Cairns Star 102.7 Cairns Cairns Post Tropical North Queensland Discover Atherton Tablelands The CaPTA Group Cairns Local News Out & About With Kids Triple M Cairns

05.01.2022 Huge thank you to everyone who came to our Pamagirri Art Market For Emerging Indigenous Artists on Sunday. It was a very successful day for our emerging artists and many happy customers left with beautiful and unique pieces. UMI Arts | Jarawee | Natasha Davui Art

05.01.2022 Looking for a last minute Father's Day gift? We've got you covered! Today is your last chance to grab your tickets for Rally at Rainforestation: TARGA Great Barrier Reef! Book online here: https://www.rainforest.com.au/targa-great-barrier-reef

04.01.2022 Looking for some school holiday fun? The Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience invites you to discover authentic Indigenous Australian culture. The traditional dance performance depicts various aspects of Indigenous culture including animals, food gathering and hunting. Photo by @kaleidoscopical_vision (Instagram) Explore Tropical North Queensland | Visit Queensland, Australia | Australia.com | Adventure Cairns | Kuranda Village | Discover Atherton Tablelands

04.01.2022 ECO and ROC certified Rainforestation Nature Park has formed a partnership with UMI Arts to support the development of local indigenous artists, with the launch... of the inaugural Pamagirri Art Market. Scheduled for Sunday 22nd November 2020 at Rainforestation, the event aims to support emerging indigenous artists seeking a path to market themselves and their artwork.

03.01.2022 September is Save The Koala Month, which aims to raise awareness of this iconic Aussie Marsupial. The last year has seen bushfires ravage the koalas habitat, with an estimated 30,000 koalas sadly perishing It's now more important than ever to sustain a captive population of Koalas, and our last breeding season was a huge success, with three healthy joeys born. One of the koala mummas was rescued female Willow (photographed), who was hit by a car and sustained injuries pr...eventing her from being released back into the wild. We encourage you to educate yourself about koalas, including how you can help to sustain their environment. #SavetheKoalaMonth #SavetheKoala Photo by our keeper Phoebe (phoebe.214 Instagram) Australian Koala Foundation | Explore Tropical North Queensland | Visit Queensland, Australia | Australia.com | Adventure Cairns | Kuranda Village | Discover Atherton Tablelands

01.01.2022 Our Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience was featured on Weekender on Sunday! Watch our guide Willie teach the Weekender crew different aspects of the world's oldest surviving culture.

Rainforestation in Kuranda, Queensland | Cultural centre