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Jamala Wildlife Lodge
Canberra - ACT · Australia
999 Lady Denman DriveView location
10.0/10Excellent204 Reviews
Cleanliness10.0/10 10.0
Service10.0/10 10.0
Comfort10.0/10 10.0
Condition9.8/10 9.8
Location10.0/10 10.0
Neighborhood9.2/10 9.2
Amenities10.0/10 10.0
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About Jamala Wildlife Lodge
Welcome to Jamala Wildlife Lodge, the ultimate overnight safari at the National Zoo & Aquarium and Canberra's first luxury lodge experience. You will meet many of the most dangerous and endangered species on earth and learn how you can help their survival.
The room rate includes your overnight accommodation, all food and dinner beverages and exclusive tours. All suites feature bespoke African fixtures, lavish king beds, optional climate control, complimentary wireless internet, Music system with MP3 input, Foxtel television and premium amenities.
There are three magnificent accommodation options Ushaka Lodge, Giraffe Tree Houses and Jungle Bungalows each with their own unique wildlife experience.
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Located in Canberra, Jamala Wildlife Lodge is in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of National Zoo and Aquarium and Lake Burley Griffin. This all-inclusive hotel is 5 mi (8 km) from Parliament House and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from National Arboretum Canberra.
Make yourself at home in one of the 18 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and DVD players. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.
Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries. Featured amenities include a business center and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Popular amenities
Swimming Pool
Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Business facilities
Accessible facilities
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
1:00 PM
Check-in until
3:00 PM
Check-out until
11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
No cribs (infant beds) available
No elevators
Minimum guest age is 4
Caters to adults only
No alcohol allowed onsite
Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours
Professional property host/manager
Pets not allowed
Cleaning and safety
Sanitization
Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO
Important information
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You need to know
- The seasonal pool will be open from November 01 to April 30.
- Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
- Guests under 4 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Alcohol is not permitted at this property.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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Special Instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6:30 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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Instructions
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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Minimal age
18
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Spoken Language
English
Nearby attractions
National Zoo and Aquarium
0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Lake Burley Griffin
0.2 km / 0.1 mi
National Arboretum Canberra
2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Black Mountain Nature Reserve
3.2 km / 2 mi
Black Mountain Woodland Walk Trailhead
3.3 km / 2 mi
Weston Park
3.3 km / 2 mi
Royal Canberra Golf Club
3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Aranda Snowgums
3.8 km / 2.3 mi
ACT Baha'i Centre
4.4 km / 2.8 mi
Royal Australian Mint
4.4 km / 2.8 mi
Telstra Tower
4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Australian National University
4.9 km / 3 mi
Embassy of Greece
5.4 km / 3.4 mi
Embassy of Netherlands
5.7 km / 3.5 mi
Embassy of Israel
5.8 km / 3.6 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Total number of rooms: 18
- hotel
- Car park
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Wi-fi
- Shop
- Garden
- Terrace
- Concierge
- Luggage room
- Café
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- Restaurant
- Business centre
- Indoor freshwater pool: 1
- Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
- Sun loungers
- Breakfast
- Minimum check-in age: 18
Upon availability
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SUITE GRANDSUITE • GRANDSUI.GD
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Jamala Wildlife Lodge
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Robert
Fabulous Zoo with amazing food and the ability to come close to animals
Janelle
Amazing !!!! Worth every cent
Kevin
Great staff and great experience. Would be good if the morning safari tour was later so the animals are out. Loved having dinner with the white lion.
Gillian
Total experience was excellent
Suzanne
Our stay was really lovely, staff were great, animals appeared well cared for, food was very nice. No complaints, yes costs alot but animals have to be fed.
elizabeth
In a lemur room was great
Glenda
Staff
Patrick
An exceptionally unique experience.
Robyn
OMG this place is so amazing. Five star all the way. We stayed in Lemur room 2 and they hung out mostly on our side. Food was out of this world. Staff are so accommodating and friendly. The zoo is amazing and the tour in the morning was so good. The young man was so great and I cannot explain how beautiful this was. I would love to go back again. xxxx
Delina
Had an amazing time lots of great food and spent lots of time with animals
CARMEL
Absolutely fantastic!
This is a 'must do'! From arrival to departure it could not be faulted. The zoo is super - lots of activities for kids without having to be looking at animals all the time, plenty of places to sit and enjoy your own snacks without having to purchase everything. And the accommodation is next level...rooms are large and beautifully presented, meals were superb and service was exceptional. Absolutely 5 stars!!
Denise
I was told I there were 2 double beds in our room when I phone before I booked. On arrival there was a a king bed & a roll away bed which they set up while we were having dinner. Other that that everything else was sensational.
Jingxian
Very special stay inside of zoo. Service is superb. Unforgettable!
malcolm
The interaction with the cheeta.
Cherie
Wonderful tour of zoo, excellent food and accommodation
Sharon
JAMALA what a place, everyone and everything was excellent,the food was delicious and plenty of it,all the staff were amazing couldn't do enough to help you.We will definitely go back and everyone,do your self a favour and do this, it's an experience of a lifetime.
judith
Such pleasure and felt so welcomed at this unique Zoo. I appreciate every moment and hope they are all proud to be part of an amazing team as their service and enthusiasm really shone through
Marjorie
Absolutely loved the Jungle Bungalow, the Chetahs came up to the area outside the windows. My Grandson Logan whos 12 Birthday we were there for was totally thrilled. Logan says thank you for his 🎁
Kel
A truly one-of-a-kind experience.
We were celebrating a milestone birthday, and it really felt like the whole team went out of their way to make our stay memorable, even though I’ve learned this is just Jamala’s standard for service!
We loved every aspect of our stay, from our brilliant guided tour with Cooper, our exceptional accommodation in the giraffe tree house and very special encounter with Sky and Khamisi, the incredible afternoon tea, dinner and breakfast we enjoyed and our chance to experience the Zoo before everyone arrived in the morning.
This was a bucket list experience, but I’m pretty sure we’ll be back!
Best of all, Jamala and the Zoo’s commitment to conservation means staying here makes a real difference for the world’s most endangered animals.
We were celebrating a milestone birthday, and it really felt like the whole team went out of their way to make our stay memorable, even though I’ve learned this is just Jamala’s standard for service!
We loved every aspect of our stay, from our brilliant guided tour with Cooper, our exceptional accommodation in the giraffe tree house and very special encounter with Sky and Khamisi, the incredible afternoon tea, dinner and breakfast we enjoyed and our chance to experience the Zoo before everyone arrived in the morning.
This was a bucket list experience, but I’m pretty sure we’ll be back!
Best of all, Jamala and the Zoo’s commitment to conservation means staying here makes a real difference for the world’s most endangered animals.
Stephen
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Ev
The stay was an amazing experience especially if you love animals, I love how the money also go towards the animals as well ❤️❤️❤️
Deb
Can not fault anything about Jamala, the zoo itself is exceptional with the cleanliness, the atmosphere and most importantly the animals are cared for with love & respect.
This was the 2nd time we stayed overnight and the whole experience was again exceptional with the staff, the food and the rooms all outstanding!
This was the 2nd time we stayed overnight and the whole experience was again exceptional with the staff, the food and the rooms all outstanding!
Vicki
Amazing place to stay and visit!!
Lynn
I can’t say enough good things about our stay. From the minute we walked in until we left the next day. The people were incredible. Very attentive, kind and accomodating. The food was beyond fabulous. We had an amazing dinner with multiple courses and all were superb! Our giraffe feeding treehouse was impeccably furnished and very clean. The giraffe feeding experience as well as the guided tour were fun and informative. If you get a chance, go to this place it will not disappoint!
Janice
Self guided zoo tour instructions not easy to follow.
Sharon
Fantastic Experience
Absolutely amazing place to visit and stay. Everyone is so friendly and helpful, rooms very comfortable and clean, fantastic experience.
Elizabeth
Our second time here and just as enjoyable. Stayed in the reef room and Oscar was a delight.Once again the food,service,drinks and knowledgeable staff were 5 stars all the way. Cant recommend a stay here enough times.
Rachael
The most incredible experience. Stayed in the giraffe treehouse room with my 7 year old son. Just amazing!
Charissa
Well worth it! Jamala has been on my bucket list for many years and I’m so glad we finally did it! We stayed in the giraffe treehouse for a romantic couples bday getaway, it was incredible! Staff are super lovely, helpful and accommodating.
I thought it would be a once in a lifetime experience however, I’m pretty sure we will be back with the kids for their next birthdays. Thank you so much for making it such a special experience.
I thought it would be a once in a lifetime experience however, I’m pretty sure we will be back with the kids for their next birthdays. Thank you so much for making it such a special experience.
Karen
This property is an experience to be enjoyiled. From arrival & afternoon tea, dinner, tour of the zoo and the cheetah encounter, everything was great. The bed was comfortable.
Aznive.
Fun stay with surrounding animals.
It was a wonderful stay, very well been looked after. Amazing staff, amazing animals.
Anne
Amazing room, staff, service and experience. Dinner and breakfast were excellent. Great experience!
suzanne
Amazing experience for your bucket list
This stay was the highlight of my trip. The cost of the room was worth every cent. From the moment you were checked in, nothing was too much trouble. Hotel stay includes extras like, afternoon high tea and drinks on arrival. Small group tour of the zoo, and extra access areas. We stayed in the giraffe treehouse, which was lovely and we got to feed the giraffes from the balcony.
Pre dinner drinks and a lovely three course meal with drinks. My other favourite was wondering the zoo early morning before it opens. Hearing the lions wake up. Wow. Breakfast included before check out and free zoo time if you choose.
Pre dinner drinks and a lovely three course meal with drinks. My other favourite was wondering the zoo early morning before it opens. Hearing the lions wake up. Wow. Breakfast included before check out and free zoo time if you choose.
Elizabeth
The staff were helpful and attentive the atmosphere was one of relaxed, and informative.
Fay
Absolutely brilliant!!
Simon
Couples birthday celebrations
We walked in to the reception and our bags were checked in, we were ushered into the lodge and had afternoon tea. The service started at the front door and never ended. We then went for a guided zoo tour. Dinner was just amazing, with a great wine list. Fed about three animals! Just an amazing experience!
Lee
The whole package , faultless
Craig
We loved the whole experience from beginning to end. The beautiful animals, the excellent staff and the lux accommodation
Angela
I would recommend this stay to everyone, the staff, food, accommodation was all so amazing and could not fault anything.
Verified traveler
we couldn't get there due to border closures and trying to re-book through Expedia is a nightmare
Verified traveler
Such an amazing experience, we loved every minute. The food was lovely and tge itinerary was well paced and relaxed.
Ann
An amazing stay!
Verified traveler
Absolutely amazing African styled accommodation. Perfect for celebrating a special occasion.
Verified traveler
We enjoyed all the close contact animal experiences.
Verified traveler
Loved everything about this place. Staff and service was exceptional.
Dianne
There was nothing we didn’t like , the staff were wonderful, friendly efficient and nothing was to much trouble, the food was truly amazing, afternoon tea , drinks and canepes then a beautiful dinner and breakfast the next morning before our zoo tour was delicious and plentiful, just excellent. The zoo tour guides were terrific , friendly and genuinely happy to be doing what they do lots of information which I really enjoyed, our room was comfortable and beautifully decorated, loved our stay 👍❤️
Geoff
Everything was better than expected and will more than likely return to do it all again
Nicholas
A simply brilliant family experience.
A truly unique experience. Every aspect of the stay was first class. The two-day program was full of amazing encounters. The guides were very knowledgeable and gave very detailed explanations about the animals and the program at the wildlife lodge. The food was sensational and our whole family (parents and daughters age 9 and 11) were all well catered for.
We will certainly be back.
We will certainly be back.
Verified traveler
The decor was amazing, being surrounded by the animals and the staff was really friendly
Verified traveler
access was good for all both healthy and disabled. well sign posted. easy to negotiate.
Verified traveler
Wotif’s service was poor but the property’s service was excellent.
Mai
This was an absolutely incredible experience. Very much unique and one of a kind adventure. The WOW tour was one of the best tours we have done and would highly recommend it. The accommodation was wonderful with a great room and the view of Hummer the giraffe was fantastic for us and the children. The food was so very well done and they took into account all allergies and food intolerances. Would come back again in a heart beat!
Verified traveler
It was a fabulous experience, the customer service was excellent, the food was exceptional
Would definitely recommend
Would definitely recommend
Verified traveler
i like everything here!! Friendly staff, delicious food, amazing room and my favourite giraffe!
Verified traveler
Couldn't fault it.
Amazing experience
Dinner was amazing
Highly recommend
Amazing experience
Dinner was amazing
Highly recommend
markporter
Very unique hotel that’s gets the balance perfect between luxury and environmental awareness. It is a must for animal lovers, and even those living in canberra
Peter
Unbelievably good
Amazing experience for our 30th wedding anniversary
Verified traveler
The whole thing was excellent. From when you enter until you leave. Well worth the money. We did 2 tours. In which you get to see things the public wouldn't. The food was superb. We had a great time at tea. Meet heaps of new people. We had a ball. We thought it would be a once off. But now its like which room will we do next. The Giraffe tree house was fantastic. Oh and all the staff were so friendly and helpful.
Verified traveler
Indoor staff were very thorough and professional. The outdoor staff extremely knowledgeable and engaging. Food was magnificent and rooms comfortable. An awesome day there. And recommend for family and friends.
Verified traveler
We had an amazing stay at this property. The staff were SO professional, efficient, and knowledgeable. The zoo tours were fabulous. The accommodation was fantastic.
Verified traveler
,It's a once in a lifetime experience, staying within a zoo is so special
Chez
An awesome place to celebrate a special occasion. From arrival we were treated as special guests with every need catered for. Nothing was too much trouble. The canapes, dinner and breakfast were superb as were the staff who were taking care of us. The little and unexpected things were all ticked here, bed turned back with a little treat left. In fact I could write an essay of praise but that could spoil it for the next guests if I told you everything. We live interstate and had only recently heard of Jamala and it was on our bucket list, lucky for those who live much closer as it is also a wonderful day trip to the well set out zoo. Plenty to keep the kids (and big kids) entertained and two areas to grab a bite to eat, one much larger and with ample grounds and a kids adventure park.
On a serious note this place is to be highly commended for the unique combination of hospitality supporting animal welfare not just locally but worldwide.
On a serious note this place is to be highly commended for the unique combination of hospitality supporting animal welfare not just locally but worldwide.
Verified traveler
Sleeping by wild animals: amazing. Property had everything. Food was great.
Verified traveler
This was an amazing experience. Waking up to the lions roaring outside is a unique alarm clock
Verified traveler
Lovely stuff, dinner was superb, great experience!
Verified traveler
Anniversary stay
Amazing place to stay! Enjoyed the African decor, the food, the informative guided tours, the exhibits. All just fantastic!
Verified traveler
Five star all the way 1 food delicious, accommodation superb, keepers tours very informative and they want you to have the best experience from start to finish which we did
Verified traveler
All the staff were very friendly and very professional. Food and service were excellent. The guides were extremely knowledgeable and loved their work. They also answered all the questions without hesitation. We shall be returning.
Edith
Every thing at Jamala was fantastic highly recommend it and we will return.
Verified traveler
A remarkable and unique experience
Great staff and excellent service
Great staff and excellent service
Verified traveler
Fantastic. Food was great too.
Agnieszka
All experience was SUPERB and PERFECT in every aspect!!!
Even animals behaved as expected!!!! :):):):)
We enjoyed our stay in Giraffe Treehouse a lot....and felt a little like in Africa.
The hotel and zoo were worth visiting.
Thank you Jamala Wildlife Logde for making our stay so unique and perfect.
Even animals behaved as expected!!!! :):):):)
We enjoyed our stay in Giraffe Treehouse a lot....and felt a little like in Africa.
The hotel and zoo were worth visiting.
Thank you Jamala Wildlife Logde for making our stay so unique and perfect.
Verified traveler
Activities and facilities were great. And actually most of the staff were pretty nice and friendly. The only thing I don’t like was the service for dinner. The meal actually pretty good but one of the waiters messed up with food we have ordered and did not apologize! Also, they have arranged all Asian together and did not introduce the dishes as others! I hope that was not arranged by purpose, at least the manager for us checking out said so.
Verified traveler
Jamala was the perfect luxury getaway for animal lovers. The staff are so friendly and the tour guides are incredibly passionate about what they do. It's fantastic to know that the money you spend won't just be used on amenities but actually going towards something critical like raising awareness of endangered species. If you're sitting on the fence about going, you should do it! It was one of the best experiences I've ever had.
Verified traveler
Absolutely top notch! Couldn’t have been better. Hospitality was on point, food was fabulous and the animal encounters were amazing!
MaryE.
An amazing combination of a luxury resort and interpretive zoo experience. A don't miss opportunity.
Verified traveler
Fantastic experience .afternoon tea was excellent, lots of choice. Dinner was amazing pre dinner we met one of the lion's having a treat.
Verified traveler
Amazing experience and thanks for all the staffs!
Hope visit again one day.
Hope visit again one day.
Charles
Blown away by how fantastic this place is
Accommodation was excellent, food was excellent, staff were incredible - really made you feel special, and every detail was attended to. We had extremely high expectations, and they were excelled.
Verified traveler
A wonderful experience. Reception staff need to be more welcoming
Peter
Simply a great experience. Would recommend it to anyone.
Kat
Amazing place loved everything about it. Wonderful facilitirs gorgeous room great food and staff. Beyond 5 star totalkt amazing i will book again next year. Cant rave enough about this amazing place and experience
Peter
Wonderful tours, food to die for, overall lovely experience. Owned & run by people committed to the cause.
Linds
Bucket list moment amazing. The best experience ever
Noreen
Escape
The hotel was awesome worth every cent, food was incredible and lots of it. The only 1 thing I would suggest is a proper reading bedside light as the current light does not give enough to read by.
Many thanks for a great escape
Many thanks for a great escape
Jeannette
Jamala Experience
All the staff were extremely helpful and friendly, nothing was too much trouble. A very enjoyable stay.
Verified traveler
Great ambience and a wonderful experience with the animals. Definitely worth the premium cost.
Verified traveler
Very happy with the experience, wonderful 28 Wedding Anniversary for my Beautiful wife. Loved the Lodge
Can not wait to return.
Cheers
Lois & Barry Ransom
Can not wait to return.
Cheers
Lois & Barry Ransom
Verified traveler
Lemur room #2
Amazing trip, worth the money. Cant wait to go back!!
John
Fabulous weekend at Jamala Lodge
Above all else it was the courteous and professional staff that made the difference between what could have been very good and made it great. From the attentive yet inconspicuous waiting staff in the restaurant to the very knowledgeable, entertaining and passionately dedicated tour guides - bookended by friendly and helpful check-in/out staff - we were very well looked after.
The room was spacious, comfortable and wonderfully well decorated to give it an authentic 'safari' feeling. The drinks and canapes on the deck were delicious and plentiful, and the appearance of the lions and hyenas made it all additionally exciting and certainly 'broke the ice' among the assembled dinner guests.
The main meal was also sumptuous, with three splendid courses and two excellent choices. That the lions and the hyenas were visible throughout, so close and so safe behind the thick glass, made for entertainment throughout the meal, as did the excellent company we shared among our fellow guests. The meals arrived at just the right intervals between courses and the wines were offered at guests' discretion throughout. No one was left wanting for anything.
As mentioned, the tour guides were knowledgeable, passionate, entertaining and engaging. It makes such a difference that their explanations of the animals, their histories and their species all came from real knowledge, not researched scripts. And their joy throughout was sincere.
A truly touching experience!
The room was spacious, comfortable and wonderfully well decorated to give it an authentic 'safari' feeling. The drinks and canapes on the deck were delicious and plentiful, and the appearance of the lions and hyenas made it all additionally exciting and certainly 'broke the ice' among the assembled dinner guests.
The main meal was also sumptuous, with three splendid courses and two excellent choices. That the lions and the hyenas were visible throughout, so close and so safe behind the thick glass, made for entertainment throughout the meal, as did the excellent company we shared among our fellow guests. The meals arrived at just the right intervals between courses and the wines were offered at guests' discretion throughout. No one was left wanting for anything.
As mentioned, the tour guides were knowledgeable, passionate, entertaining and engaging. It makes such a difference that their explanations of the animals, their histories and their species all came from real knowledge, not researched scripts. And their joy throughout was sincere.
A truly touching experience!
Karen
Everything is perfect. Fantastic trip. Tree house is best for children. Hummer is so lovely. We enjoy our stay very much.
alison
Stunning!
Bit disappointed that two days prior to our stay, they told us they had maintenance issues with the aquarium and didn't offer another room. We had booked two months ahead. However, you could still see the fish in another area close by, so at least we got to see them.
Liv
Unique experience.
Perfect room, view, food, wine .
Staff are fantastic .
Animal tours are informative and interesting.
Where else can you look at animals through the window.
Staff are fantastic .
Animal tours are informative and interesting.
Where else can you look at animals through the window.
travquan
If you can relate to animals this is the place for you. The Lodge is extremely comfortable to stay in and the bonus of the monkey family or fish to view are a bonus. The food was excellent and although middle of winter in Canberra we did not feel the cold. Too much to see and do behind the scenes. The white lions were there for dinner and remained for our breakfast. Animal hygiene was put into practice also time out for the animals. We got to pat a cheetah which was a wonderful experience. I would be delighted to visit this establishment again.
Alex
It is expensive but the animal experiences are uni
This is a very high-end experience where you get some exposure to the zoo behind the scenes while enjoying great food, wines, decore and some very close contact with your chosen room animal, and some others. All in all, a very special experience that delivered good value and heaps of special memories.
Ian
If you like animals.....
Great adventure
Verified traveler
Great stay. Always something happening or can be as restful as you like.
stewart
5 star facility
5 star staff
5 star meals
just perfect!
see you next time in Canberra
5 star staff
5 star meals
just perfect!
see you next time in Canberra
Verified traveler
Wow, wow, wow
Wow from beginning to end - food, service, experience, staff - wow!!
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Jamala Wildlife Lodge
999 Lady Denman Drive, Weston Creek, Australia
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