Posted in Kentucky Attractions February 19, 2021 by

Not Many Know About This Exotic Animal Sanctuary Right Here in Kentucky

If you’ve ever dreamed of visiting the Australian Outback, there’s an adventure zoo in Kentucky that 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The zoo also has several other species to explore and see up close. Be on the look out for lemurs, alligators, emus, peacocks, dingoes and bison.
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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.
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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.
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Kentucky is full of surprises… even kangaroos! Have you visited Kentucky Down Under before? Did the kangaroos show you some love? What about the other animals? Let us know in the comments below! For more info, check out their website here.

And for another epic animal adventure in The Bluegrass State, the Louisville Zoo is absolutely incredible.

Address: 3700 L and North Turnpike Road, at Exit 58, I-65, Horse Cave, KY 42749, USA
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Adventure zoo in Kentucky

March 06, 2021
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Are there any animal encounters in Kentucky?

The Bluegrass State is home to an exciting variety of nature centers, wildlife sanctuaries, and zoos where animal lovers can discover encounters of all kinds. In addition to the aforementioned adventure zoo in Kentucky, the Eden Animal Experience in Petersburg is a family-friendly zoo that gives guests the opportunity to have a hands-on experience with their many species of adorable animals. Spanning 134-acres, the Louisville Zoo has award-winning exhibits with more than 1,100 animals in natural habitat settings. Tour the zoo’s designated educational areas to learn about the wildlife of Africa, the Australian Outback, South America, and more. In Guston, the Broadbent Wildlife Sanctuary is a rehabilitation center for injured or orphaned animals native to Kentucky. They offer fascinating events and informative tours which educate guests about the delicate process of providing care to the animals before releasing them back into their natural environment.

What can I do with kids in Kentucky?

Parents and kids alike have plenty of family-friendly activities to discover across Kentucky, with destinations ranging from educational interactive museums to fun-filled amusement parks. The popular Explorium of Lexington is an excellent spot for family learning with entertaining, hands-on activities that ignite the imagination. A favorite exhibit is the Kids Court where young ones can take turns acting as the judge, lawyers, defendants, or jurors. Located in Louisville The Kentucky Science Center is our state’s largest interactive science museum. Kids will love participating in experiments and exploring exhibits of our natural history. Take your little ball of energy to the Kids Place Adventure Playground in Lexington for a day of non-stop action. This thrilling play center has ball pits, arcade games, and climbing structures to tucker your little one out.

What are the best outdoor activities in Kentucky?

With six different geographical regions contained within Kentucky’s borders, outdoor lovers have an abundance of activities to discover. Get your blood pumping at Red River Gorge Zipline in Campton where five different zip lines take thrill-seekers high above the gorge showcasing incredible canopy views. Nestled in the hills outside of Mammoth Cave National Park is the Adventures of Mammoth Cave. This exciting destination offers a range of challenge courses, beautiful trails for guided horseback rides, and canopy tours on ziplines. In Louisville, take a trip back in time to the Golden Era of Aviation at Classic Biplane Tours. Their tours fly you over incredible landscapes where you can take in the stunning scenery of Churchill Downs and the Ohio River in an open cockpit biplane.

Address: 3700 L and North Turnpike Road, at Exit 58, I-65, Horse Cave, KY 42749, USA