subject: Brisbane Offers Once In A Lifetime Chances [print this page] For many people that visit Brisbane there is the incredibly strong allure of seeing some of the rare and incredible creatures that reside here. There are many rare and amazing animals that are only right here in this part of the world. It is true that there are many things to do while in Brisbane. It is the best place though to see and get close to some of the worlds rarest and most amazing creatures. It is helpful to know ahead of time where the best places are to see these animals and creatures.
There are many zoos and sanctuaries in Brisbane and one will actually allow you to touch and handle a real-life Koala. Be very careful because the sanctuary trainers are very wary of how their prized animals are handled. You can take advantage of this opportunity at the Pine Koala Sanctuary and they will make it clear in a friendly way, how to handle the Koalas. It's a rare chance to handle these gentle creatures and great fun as well.
Koalas aren't the only creatures you can touch. Part of the package is that you can meet animals that are native only to Australia up close and personal. You can bring your camera and have your photo taken with a Koala one day and a large snake the next. Don't worry; only some of them bite. You can also feed kangaroos by hand and kids will love it. It can make for a great learning experience for them.
If you like to head out on your own, check out some of the scenic walking and hiking. You can go on an organized tour or just take off on your own. The City Botanic Gardens offers a lot and the Mangrove Boardwalk offers a fun walk through the mangroves that leads you along via a rustic boardwalk. It's important to follow the boardwalk because there is no other way to navigate the trails.
The entire natural environment in Brisbane offers so much to the imagination and is a once in a lifetime chance to see things you simply can't find in North America. All of Brisbane is full of life and you can find it on the water or in the forests. There are many sports where you can get close to wildlife, so remember to bring a camera and have fun.
