Cassowary Experience

Cassowary Encounter Offers Rare Behind-the-Scenes Access to Training Session with Gloria

This exclusive wildlife experience offers visitors a rare opportunity to observe the daily training session of Gloria, a resident Southern Cassowary, in a controlled keeper-only environment. With extremely limited group sizes, the encounter provides an intimate look at how keepers build trust and maintain the wellbeing of one of Australia’s most extraordinary bird species.

During the session, guests witness how training plays a vital role in supporting calm health checks and daily care routines. Guided by an experienced wildlife keeper, visitors learn about cassowary behaviour, communication cues, and the specialized husbandry techniques used to ensure safety and comfort for both animal and staff.

Each encounter is shaped by Gloria’s own choices and comfort level on the day, making every experience unique and entirely animal-led. Depending on her willingness, there may be opportunities to observe close interactions or even participate in supervised hand-feeding moments under strict keeper guidance.

Throughout the visit, photography is encouraged, allowing guests to capture this rare and unforgettable wildlife encounter. Combining education, conservation insight, and close observation, the experience offers a meaningful connection with one of Australia’s most iconic and powerful bird species.