Not Many Know About This Exotic Animal Sanctuary Right Here in Kentucky
If you’ve ever dreamed of visiting the Australian Outback, Kentucky may just have the second best option. Right in the heart of cave country, you can get up close and personal with the adorable Australian mascot – the kangaroo! Kentucky Down Under Adventure Zoo offers a stroll through the outback, where you’ll see a variety of exotic animals, featuring kangaroos.
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As you drive down Interstate 65, headed toward Tennessee, you may want to take a detour to the outback. Kentucky Adventure Down Under Zoo is a unique destination that is home to a wide variety of animals, but the star of the show is the kangaroo. These friendly marsupials roam the outback section of the park and are waiting for you to visit.
What's so great about this animal-lovers sanctuary is the up close and personal factor. The two owners aimed to create a spot for visitors to enjoy, aside from the popular cave tours. The park has grown over the years to include dozens of species.
While it's not a guarantee that you'll get to pet one of the kangaroos, your chances are pretty good. You'll take a guided 15-30 minute tour among the kangaroos, where you'll also learn more about them and their habitat.
The zoo has three types of kangaroos: Red, Eastern Grey and even Albino. While these are exotic animals, they are well-cared for and truly loved by the staff. They want to create a hands-on environment for all who come to see their animals and also help to develop a true appreciation for their inhabitants.
For an unforgettable experience, try your hand as a snake charmer, feed exotic birds right from your hand or pet the incredibly friendly Great Pyrenees dogs. It's a truly exotic experience, right in the heart of Kentucky.
Kentucky Down Under Adventure Zoo is located at 3700 L & N Turnpike Road Horse Cave, KY 42749. The park is open daily and is waiting for you to begin your adventure with your new, exotic furry friends.
Kentucky is full of surprises—even kangaroos! Have you visited this exotic Kentucky zoo? Did the kangaroos show you some love? What about the other animals? Let us know in the comments below! For more info, check our their website here.
A Cincinnati native who has lived in Kentucky for over 10 years, Andrea's heart belongs both in the Queen City and the Bluegrass State. After earning an education degree and working in that field for a number of years, Andrea began to pursue her passion for writing over 6 years ago. Since then she has written for a number of print and online publications, as well as published a children's book.
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