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Full-Day Victoria Wildlife Tour From Melbourne
  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Nature, History, Wildlife

  • Duration

    13 Hours

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    English

Description

Explore Victoria's most memorable attractions. Take a historic journey to the all-time favourite Puffing Billy Steam Train as you wind up and down the green gullies and lush forests in the Dandenong Ranges. Engage with Australia's most iconic wildlife and hand-feed a Kangaroo! Be amazed by the Penguin Parade under a blanket of stars. 

Highlights
  • Enjoy a memorable ride on the Puffing Billy Steam Train
  • Revel in the marvelous sight of the Penguin Parade
  • Get to hand-feed Kangaroos at Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
  • Day 1: Explore Victoria expand_more
    • Meet your tour guide at the agreed-upon location in Melbourne.

    • Travel eastwards to the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges.

    • Embark on a memorable journey on the historic Puffing Billy Steam Train. Maintained in mint condition by dedicated volunteers, the century-old steam train still runs on its own mountain track between Belgrave and Gembrook, through the heart of the delightful Sherbrooke Forest.

    • Travel alighting from the train onwards to the multi-award winning Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park.

    • Enjoy a guided wildlife walk with the opportunity to meet & hand-feed many species of native Australian animals. Learn about iconic species of kangaroos, koalas, emus & wallabies, as well as some lesser-known favourites including quolls, owls, bandicoots and Tasmanian devils.

    • Visit Phillip Island and travel to Point Grant from offers you panoramic views of The Nobbies & Seal Rocks while strolling the coastal boardwalks.
    • Head onwards to the main event, where just after dark every night the world’s smallest penguins waddle ashore after spending the day fishing out at sea. Be enchanted by the penguins making their way back to their homes. Your guide will ensure you are able to get the very best vantage point to enjoy the Penguin Parade.
What's Included
  • All transfers in air-conditioned comfort

  • All National Park entry fees

  • Friendly & informative guide

  • Complimentary on-board Wi-Fi

  • Standard entry to Moonlit Sanctuary & the Penguin Parade

  • Pick-up from selected hotels

  • One-way journey on Puffing Billy

  • English-speaking tour guide

What's Excluded
  • Gratuities

  • Meals & beverages

  • Upgraded viewing at the Penguin Parade

Know before you go
  • This tour operates every Tuesday and Thursday throughout the year.
  • Between the months of November-April, there is an additional departure on Saturdays.
  • Pick-up Details
    • Pick-ups are between 9 am-10 am during April-October and between 10 am-11 am during November-March.
    • You must contact the operator directly at least 24-48 hours prior to departure to confirm your booking and obtain pick-up details.
  • Pick-ups are available from selected, inner Melbourne hotels. 
Meeting Point

Melbourne Victoria, Australia

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
Adult
1 To 4 AUD 199 Per Person
Child
1 To 4 AUD 179 Per Person

This is a group tour

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USD 137 / person