Tiger IslandBengal tiger
Pantheris tigris
Animal group: Exotic
Conservation status: Critically endangered
With striking orange coats and bold stripes, Bengal tigers are powerful hunters native to India’s forests and grasslands.
Tiger
Dreamworld is home to awe-inspiring Sumatran and Bengal tigers – some of the world’s rarest big cats. Known for their power and beauty, these tigers roam Tiger Island as proud ambassadors for their wild cousins.
Icons of the wild
Tiger Island
Tiger IslandSumatran tiger
Pantheris tigris sondaica
Animal group: Exotic
Conservation status: Critically endangered
Dreamworld is home to the elusive Sumatran tiger—one of the world’s rarest big cats. Known for their striking appearance and agility, these powerful animals roam Tiger Island as proud ambassadors for their wild counterparts.
Double the stripes, double the wonder
Bengal and Sumatran tigers are two of the world’s most iconic big cats, each with unique features suited to their environments. Bengal tigers, with their vibrant orange coats and strong builds, are powerful swimmers often found near water.
Sumatran tigers, the smallest tiger species, have darker, closely spaced stripes that make them masters of jungle camouflage. Both are rare and endangered, highlighting the urgent need for conservation.
Education & encounters
Take an inside look at the lives of tigers through our up-close encounters and fascinating presentations. Dreamworld brings you face-to-face with these remarkable cats, sharing unique insights into their lives and the efforts to protect them.
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Corroboree & Australian WildlifeEastern grey kangaroo
Macropus giganteus
Animal group: Mammal
Habitat: Woodlands
Conservation status: Least concern
With their powerful leaps and calm gaze, eastern grey kangaroos are true icons of Australian wildlife. Spot them grazing, lounging, or bounding across the Woodlands, bringing the Aussie bush to life.
Corroboree & Australian WildlifeRed kangaroo
Osphranter rufus
Animal group: Mammal
Habitat: Arid
Conservation status: Least concern
Australia’s largest and most powerful marsupial, the red kangaroo thrives across the arid landscapes. With strength and adaptability, they’re built to endure even the harshest climates.
Corroboree & Australian WildlifeKoala
Phascolarctos cinereus
Animal group: Mammal
Habitat: Woodlands
Conservation status: Vulnerable
With their fluffy ears and gentle gaze, koalas are instant heart-catchers. Tucked high among the gum trees, they enjoy their days munching on eucalyptus leaves and snoozing in the sunshine.
Freshwater crocodile
Crocodylus johnstoni
Animal group: Reptile
Habitat: Wetlands
Conservation status: Least concern
With their slender snouts and agile builds, freshwater crocodiles are perfectly adapted for life in Australia’s rivers and waterways. Discover these remarkable reptiles in Dreamworld’s Wetlands, where they showcase the quieter—but still powerful—side of the crocodile family.
Corroboree & Australian WildlifeEmu
Dromaius novaehollandiae
Animal group: Bird
Habitat: Arid
Conservation status: Least concern
Australia’s second-tallest bird, the emu, is made for life on the move. Covering vast distances with ease, these remarkable birds thrive across diverse landscapes—and you’ll spot them right here in Dreamworld’s Arid area.
