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Welcome to Platypus House and a World of Monotreme Magic!

Nestled on the water in the beautiful Tamar Valley, Platypus House offers a once in a lifetime opportunity to watch live Tasmanian Platypuses and Echidnas in daylight conditions and undercover! Wet and cold days are not a problem!

Tasmanian Platypuses and Echidnas are unique and simply amazing. Both are must-see animals that should be on everyone’s bucket list. Join us on an unforgettable fun and educational tour suitable for all ages and watch them actively feeding and playing as you wander through the platypus ponds and echidna garden.

Platypus House was established to advance public awareness and understanding about the magic of the monotremes. It is an ideal educational visit for school, family and community group visits.

Enjoy a great coffee from our takeaway café overlooking the Tamar River or have fun browsing for a gift for someone special.

Photography is most welcome.

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20 hours ago

Platypus House

Eddie’s still happy to pose for the camera, even with a lil dirt in her spines! 📸🤎😛

We have a week left of school holiday goodness so we strongly encourage booking ahead if you plan to see Eddie and her friends!

#echidna #platypus #monotreme #australia
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Eddie’s still happy to pose for the camera, even with a lil dirt in her spines! 📸🤎😛

We have a week left of school holiday goodness so we strongly encourage booking ahead if you plan to see Eddie and her friends! 

#echidna #platypus #monotreme #australia

2 weeks ago

Platypus House

It’s school holiday time!

Fully guided tours leave hourly 10am until 3pm, Thomas hopes to see you soon 🤗

Bookings essential to avoid missing out ‼️

#platypus #echidna #tasmania #australia
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It’s school holiday time!

Fully guided tours leave hourly 10am until 3pm, Thomas hopes to see you soon 🤗

Bookings essential to avoid missing out ‼️

#platypus #echidna #tasmania #australia

Open 7 days a week

Feb to Dec 18th

10.00 am to 3.30 pm – last tour 3.00 pm

Dec 19th to Jan 31st

9.30 am to 4.30 pm – Last tour 4.00 pm

Closed Christmas Day only

Open all Easter and School Holidays

Inspection Head Wharf
200 Flinders Street, Beauty Point, TAS 7270

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