Plan the journey
The sanctuary is on Cradle Mountain Road, 1.2 km past the Cradle Mountain Visitor Centre and within a five-minute drive of local hotels. It is outside the national park, so no park pass is needed, and there is on-site parking for cars and campervans.
Dress for the mountains
This is an outdoor, high-altitude site where rain, snow and wind are all possible. Summer highs average about 18°C and winter lows about 5°C, often below freezing overnight. Tours run in all weather unless it is severe.
Choose your time
General entry runs from 09:30 to 17:00, with last admission recommended at 16:30. Allow 45 minutes to an hour, and plan around a Day Keeper Tour at 10:30 or 15:00.



