The koala is a well-known Australian creature. This tree-climbing animal is a marsupial, a mammal with a pouch for the development of offspring, and is sometimes referred to as the "bear" koala. Koalas have hair that resembles the coarse wool of a sheep, despite their fluffy appearance.

Eastern Australia is home to kangaroos. They dwell in tiny groups known as troops or herds (Australians call them "mobs"), which are normally made up of 50 or more animals. When hopping, kangaroos rely on their muscular tails for balance. They stand over 6 feet (2 meters) tall, making them the tallest of all marsupials. ​

Dingoes are an Australian dog breed with a long history. The Australian animals could be descended from Asian dingoes that arrived on the continent between 3,000 and 4,000 years ago. Because there are so many of these mammals in Australia, they are considered pests.

Emus are big, non-flying birds. Their necks and legs are long, but their wings are only around 8 inches. Emus are exclusively found in Australia, where they are common. On Tasmania and King Island, Emu subspecies once existed, but they are now extinct. Emus can be found in eucalyptus groves, woodlands, heathlands, desert shrublands, and sand plains.

This gray-brown, woodland-dwelling bird grows to be 43 cm long. It eats invertebrates and small vertebrates, especially venomous snakes, in its natural habitat. The kookaburra has been known to attack hens and ducklings in Western Australia and New Zealand, where it has been introduced.

The Tasmanian devil is a stocky carnivorous mammal with a huge squarish head and heavy forequarters. The Tasmanian devil gets its name from Tasmania, an Australian island state that is its only natural habitat. Thousands of years ago, the Tasmanian devil became extinct on the Australian mainland, presumably as a result of the introduction of the dingo.

Australia is home to over 50 species of parrots belonging to the Psittaciformes family. The Psittacidae, or genuine parrots, and the Cacatuidae, or cockatoos, are two families in this order that live in Australia. The parrots are enormous colorful birds with powerful bills that they use to shatter seeds and nuts, as well as food, nectar, and insects.

Albinism is a condition that affects kangaroos as well. Maru Koala & Animal Park is proud to call itself home to albino kangaroos. These completely white kangaroos are fascinating to look at as they stand out in their habitat and are extremely rare.

You can feed the magnificent kangaroos by hand at Maru Koala & Animal Park. This is a must-do activity for visitors to Australia, and it is enjoyable for people of all ages. This activity lets you experience the exhilaration of a one on one encounter with these Australian native creatures.

Join the park keepers to observe and learn about many of the species that dwell at Maru by attending the Maru Wildlife Show. The Wildlife Presentation takes place in the Auditorium at 2 PM. This is one of the most popular experiences at the Maru Koala & Animal Park.

The Koala Keeper Talk at Maru Koala & Animal Park is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit the koala enclosure with the keepers and get up and personal with these gorgeous Australian icons. The Maru Animal Keepers will teach you about Koalas while you pet and feed them.

The magnificent Dingo is a well-known Australian species, and fortunately for you, these beautiful animals stay inside the Park. At the Dingo Keeper Talk, these expert Animal Keepers will teach you something new about these maligned animals.

The Reptile Keeper Talk is another amazing wildlife encounter at Maru Koala & Animal Park. At Maru, you may learn about and interact with a variety of reptiles, including snakes, lizards, and more. If you are brave and curious enough, you must opt for this experience.

The Tasmanian Devil Keeper Talk at Maru Koala & Animal Park park educates you to the Tasmanian Devil, one of Australia's most remarkable species. Listen as the Animal Keepers discuss the Tasmanian Devil in great depth. These Australian treasures deserve your attention.

Meet the Dingo family and spend 15 minutes with them in their enclosure for pats, cuddles, playtime, and perhaps a few licks! Two dingoes off-lead in a free-roaming encounter are included in the Dingo Experience, as well as a USB containing images from the session.

Enter the Koala enclosure for a 30-minute instructional lesson with one of the keepers. Along with two of the gorgeous Koalas, learn intriguing facts about the dialogue of Koalas. One photo of a close encounter with a koala is included in the Koala Experience.

Meet Gloria the resident Cassowary of Maru Koala & Animal Park. This experience takes you up close and personal with the world’s deadliest bird. Fret not, you will not be at the mercy of this magnificent and fierce creature. The experience is completely safe for the visitors.

For a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with the Squirrel Gliders and Ringtail Possum, visit the Settlers Hut enclosure. Spend time in their enclosure with the animals, learning about them through their keepers as they climb on your lap and shoulders. This experience includes a 6x8 inch printed image from your experience.

Make your visit to Maru even more memorable by engaging in a personal 'Close Encounter' with one of the Koalas, where you can pat, cuddle, and engage with them. As you interact with the Koalas, you will learn their names and personalities. You are welcome to take your own photos, but you will also be provided with a professional shot.

The Dingo encounter is possibly one of the most intriguing experiences at Maru Koala & Animal Park. Meet the cute dingoes in this experience in the presence of their keepers and know more about these native creatures.

If you find yourself at Maru Koala & Animal Park, you must check out Australia’s native legendary lizards. There is so much to know about these often hated creatures. Let the keepers enlighten you about the habits and characteristics of the great lizards of Australia.

These slick characters are often disliked by many. However, the snakes at Maru Koala & Animal Park offer a unique opportunity for visitors to encounter them in a safe and secure manner. The keepers would be more than happy to give you all the insights you need regarding the snakes and you can even take home a photo.

Pirate Pete's Mini-Golf is an exhilarating journey that takes you around the 30 meters Princess Caribbean Pirate Ship at Maru Koala & Animal Park. There is also a five-meter shark to see and photograph among the exhibits. The greens are specially intended to test your golfing abilities while also providing interesting props along the route. Watch your ball fly across the roof of the ancient hut or up the windmill high above the green before crashing into the water tank and returning to the next green. Pirate Pete’s Mini Golf is open from 10 AM to 4 PM on weekdays and from 9:30 AM to 5 PM on weekends and holidays.

At the annual Grantville Pirate Festival, spend the day at the award-winning maru koala & animal park. Everyone will also have the chance to meet and take photos with guest characters from the year's theme, which has included Ice Age and Adventure Time in the past. For the price of one admission, you may enjoy pirate activities and roving entertainment, jumping castles, face painting, pirate mini-golf, and the animal park.