Farm Animal Rescue acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which the sanctuary operates, the Garumngar clan of the Jinibara people and we pay our respects to Elders past and present.
Meet rescued farm animals
There is no greater delight for us than extending a warm welcome to our sanctuary, where rescued farm animals freely roam. The experience of visiting our sanctuary is truly unique, and it fills our hearts with joy to witness the happiness it brings to our visitors. It is important to note that bookings are crucial and that each person must possess a valid ticket to gain entry to the sanctuary.
A unique animal sanctuary
Farm Animal Rescue is a unique animal sanctuary, so be prepared for a visit unlike any other. Visit the sanctuary on Open Day and you’ll enjoy a walking safari amongst farm animals who roam freely on 55-acres of Queensland bushland. On your visit, you’ll stroll across fields, past dams and waterholes, and through the forest to meet the animals wherever they have chosen to spend the day.
Important to note!
The sanctuary paddocks are hilly and there are rough paths. Visitors need to have at least an average level of fitness and good mobility to successfully complete the tour.
Choose adult or family tours
You can choose from one of two tours when booking a tour on a Farm Animal Rescue Open Day.
Adult Tours are for those aged years 15 and older, and include stories about the rescued animals who live at the sanctuary, along with education about the lives of those who are not lucky enough to be saved from the meat, wool, and egg industries.
Family Tours are for families who have children aged under 15. In consideration of the fact that the treatment of farm animals in the food and wool industries can be quite distressing, especially for young children, family tours take a compassionate approach. The focus is on introducing children to the individual lives and unique personalities of the chickens, pigs, cows, goats, and sheep who are fortunate enough to call the sanctuary their home. This approach is designed to create a nurturing and caring environment, where children can connect with these beautiful creatures in a way that is sensitive to their well-being and happiness.
Book your Open Day Tour below
Meet the chickens, goats, sheep, cows, pigs and other happy animals who have a forever home at the Farm Animal Rescue sanctuary!
Booking a tour on a Farm Animal Rescue Open Day is a great way to meet animals that have been rescued from the agriculture industry, hear their stories, and spend some time with our amazing residents.
*** BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL. ALL VISITORS MUST HAVE A VALID TICKET FOR EACH PERSON TO ENTER THE SANCTUARY ***
Here are the details!
•The farm is open from 10am to 2pm
•Our Walking Safaris will depart the visitor area promptly at 10.30, 11.00, 12.30 and 1.00 and take around 90 minutes. Guests must be accompanied by a guide when visiting the animals. There are steep hills at the sanctuary and there is a significant amount of walking involved.
•If you arrive between tour times you are welcome to wait in our visitor area where a Tofurky sausage sizzle and other goodies are available for purchase.
•a suggested $5 donation applies
•children under 15 must be supervised at all times as animals are free-ranging
•visitors wishing to see the cattle and pigs are required to navigate a steep path. What to bring with you
•We suggest you bring sunscreen
•a hat and water
•We recommend that you wear long trousers.
* Fully enclosed shoes are MANDATORY
Many of the sanctuary animals come from intensive farming and other cruel situations. You will be required to sign a liability waiver when you arrive at the sanctuary.
For the animals and volunteers
Donations of fresh fruit and vegetables for the animals are welcome. We can only accept donations of apples, watermelons, bananas, grapes, strawberries, pumpkins, pears and carrots.
Food donations will be placed in our food store and must not be fed to the animals by visitors.
Donations of packaged frozen, refrigerated and shelf items for the sanctuary’s interns are also welcome. All donations for the interns must be vegan.
Merchandise Important Notes
The sanctuary paddocks are hilly and there are rough paths. Visitors need to have at least an average level of fitness and good mobility to successfully complete the tour.
While visitors of all ages are welcome, tour content is designed for ages 13 to adult. Guardians of younger children must be prepared to take additional steps to ensure the safety of their children, and need to be aware that the tours contain accurate stories of each animal’s history, which some may find distressing.
Here are the details!
•The farm is open from 10am to 2pm
•Our Walking Safaris will depart the visitor area promptly at 10.30, 11.00, 12.30 and 1.00 and take around 90 minutes. Guests must be accompanied by a guide when visiting the animals. There are steep hills at the sanctuary and there is a significant amount of walking involved.
•If you arrive between tour times you are welcome to wait in our visitor area where a Tofurky sausage sizzle and other goodies are available for purchase.
•a suggested $5 donation applies
•children under 15 must be supervised at all times as animals are free-ranging
•visitors wishing to see the cattle and pigs are required to navigate a steep path. What to bring with you
•We suggest you bring sunscreen, a hat and water
•We recommend that you wear long trousers.
* Fully enclosed shoes are MANDATORY
Many of the sanctuary animals come from intensive farming and other cruel situations. You will be required to sign a liability waiver when you arrive at the sanctuary.
For the animals and volunteers
Donations of fresh fruit and vegetables for the animals are welcome. We can only accept donations of apples, watermelons, bananas, grapes, strawberries, pumpkins, pears and carrots.
Food donations will be placed in our food store and must not be fed to the animals by visitors.
Donations of packaged frozen, refrigerated and shelf items for the sanctuary’s interns are also welcome. All donations for the interns must be vegan.
Merchandise will be available for purchase.
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