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Kids holiday activity - MEGA Fauna at the National Botanical Gardens

Wed 16th Jul 2025

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Part-day Walk Family PRAMbulation Toddler Toddle

Can you imagine a wombat the size of a car? What kind of creature is a ‘Demon Duck of Doom?’

Visit the Gardens in July to meet the magnificent MEGAfauna that roamed Australia more than 20,000 years ago. Discover ‘living plant fossils’ and investigate the landscapes of Australia’s past.

Explore the Gardens and find some unique prehistoric plants and animals!

MEGAfauna is a fully accessible event.

Please meet at 10.00am near the bridge leading to the cafe. Please bring something to sit on for a picnic, food and water. Please dress warmly. Pram friendly.
You will need to pay for parking if you park in the main carpark.

Additional Information

Booking deadline

Sun 14th Jul 2024 05:30pm

Length

Short

Terrain

Easy

Distance (km or hrs)

2 hours

Ascent

minimal

Descent

minimal

Map name

Canberra

Terrain information

Walking tracks

Transport information

Drive yourself there


A walk or similar activity with a duration of a day or part day. No overnight gear required.

Date and Time

Start Wed 16th Jul 2025 @ 10:00am Finish* Wed 16th Jul 2025 @ 12:00pm
*Always confirm finish time with the Activity Owner.

Activity Owner

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Dianne-McDean

Activity Location