Junior ranger: Dorrigo Rainforest kids nature play
Dorrigo National Park
Overview
Looking for something for the kids to do these school holidays? Join us for a fun tour in Dorrigo National Park, near Coffs Harbour. Kids aged 5 to 12 years can reconnect with nature through play.
- When
Wednesday 8, 15 January and 22 January 2025, 10am to 11.30am.
- Accessibility
- Easy
- Grade
- Easy. Suitable for children aged 5 to 12 years. Adults not required to attend.
- Price
-
Child (5 to 12 years) $10 per person. Accompanying adults free.
- Entry fees
- Park entry fees apply
- Meeting point
- Meet by the 2 giant leech installations at the entrance to the Rainforest Centre. Activities take place in the Pademelon picnic area and adjacent forest areas.
- Equipment
provided - Yes
- What to
bring - Hat, sunscreen, sturdy shoes, drinking water, snacks, raincoat
- Bookings
- Bookings required. Phone 1300 072 757 for more information or book online. It's best to book ahead to secure your ticket, but you can book at the Rainforest Centre Information desk on the day.
- Please note
- Children under 5 are welcome with an attending parent or carer.
- These tours run in all weather. The rainforest is the place to be in the rain, so come prepared.
Bring the kids to enjoy a ranger-guided tour of seasonally varied discovery, learning and play in the World Heritage-listed Gondwana rainforest at Dorrigo National Park.
Parents or carers are welcome to join in, or take some time for yourself in the rainforest. Explore an exhibition in the Rainforest Centre, enjoy an uninterrupted cuppa in the cafe, or browse in the shop.
This activity includes:
- fun nature games
- guided sensory rainforest exploration
- learning and hands-on activities.
All materials are provided and may include viewing pots, magnifying glasses, binoculars, reference books, drawing materials and modelling clay.
The theme of the day can be:
- exploring the hidden world of fungi
- discovering the secret lives of reptiles
- finding and identifying insects
- or learning the language of birds.
This tour encourages kids to be curious and to care more about our environment.
Kids should wear clothes that are sun-safe and okay to get dirty. We recommend long pants, long-sleeved tops to prevent bites and scratches, and sturdy enclosed shoes. Kids should also bring a raincoat, hat and sunscreen.
Bookings
- National Parks Contact Centre
- 7am to 7pm daily
- 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) for the cost of a local call within Australia excluding mobiles
- parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Operated by
- NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
Park info
- in Dorrigo National Park in the North Coast region
Dorrigo National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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