Experiences at Hunter Wetlands

Aerial Shot Hunter Wetlands Centre 2018

The Hunter Wetlands has a range of activities for you to enjoy while you visit. Take a look through our attractions below and reach out to our team for more information. 

Animal House & Reptile Encounters

Hunter Wetlands has recently introduced a specialised Animal House, offering visitors the opportunity to closely interact with the animals and discover fascinating information about reptiles, frogs, and eels. Exploring the exhibit tanks at the Visitor Centre has consistently been a standout experience for young visitors during their trips to the Wetlands. 

Drop in to the Animal House and meet:

  • Blue Tongue Lizards
  • Children’s Python
  • Carpet Python
  • Long-necked Turtles
  • Pygmy Bearded Dragons
  • Bearded Dragon
  • Short-finned Eel
  • Green-tree Frogs
  • Green and Golden Bell Frogs

Bush Tucker Garden

Wetlands served as crucial locations for Aboriginal communities to gather food and medicinal resources. Situated on the North East side of the site, our Bush Tucker Garden provides a panoramic view of Moorhen Swamp and Ironbark Reed Marsh. 

Our interpretive signs allow you to learn about various plant species and detail the traditional uses of these plants by First Nations people. This educational content delves into the traditional knowledge and practices that have enriched the relationship between the Indigenous communities and the land, fostering a deeper appreciation for the cultural significance of the flora in our unique ecosystem.

Arts Space

Art in the Hunter Wetlands Centre is alive and on display through the native fauna and flora that abounds. The Hunter Wetlands Centre offers a unique experience for artists, photographers, musicians – anyone with a creative spirit – to immerse themselves in this peaceful landscape.

Visitors can observe the birds in action around the various ponds; photographers, both professional and happy snappers find many aspects of wildlife to interpret through the lens. We encourage photographers to upload their images of the Wetlands to Instagram #hunterwetlands, tag Hunter Wetlands Centre.

Dip Netting

Water bugs, or aquatic macroinvertebrates, are small creatures that live in water, providing a food source for larger animals such as fish, frogs and birds. 

Grab a bucket and net, make a gold coin donation and head for the jetty. Discover the critters that live in and around our wetland ponds. The magic combination of mud, bugs and water add up to make this one of our best-loved activities.