[Melbourne, Australia] Is the Dragon Cypress Zoo worth visiting without a koala?

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary canceled the koala-hugging experience in July, leaving only the Koala Moment experience where staff hold koalas for tourists to take pictures of. Luckily I was there before the policy was implemented and tried to hold a koala, however is Long Pine still worth it without a koala cuddle? I personally think it’s worth it! The Long Cypress Zoo is the largest and animal-rich zoo in Eastern Australia, and visitors can observe and feed kangaroos up close, as well as visit penguins, marsupials and other Australian indigenous animals. Lone Pine is also committed to wildlife conservation and education, with a theater and interactive areas for visitors to learn more about endangered species😎 If you really want to hold a koala, we recommend visiting the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary on the Gold Coast, but be sure to make a reservation to secure a spot 😉 📍Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Opening hours: 9:00 - 17:00 Tickets: Adult tickets AUD$54 #August Good Places 2024 #Australia #Melbourne