MELBOURNE
Melbourne’s best days out.
The 15 most popular wildlife tours in Melbourne and across Victoria. What each day actually delivers, who runs it and what it costs.
Full-day Great Ocean Road tour from Melbourne with koalas, forest walk, and close 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge views.
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Phillip Island at dusk: fairy penguins, Moonlit Sanctuary wildlife, Nobbies seals, and Brighton Bathing Boxes. Full-day tour from Melbourne.
“Cloe did a great job on this 12 hour excursion! She knew so much & was very enthusiastic about all the wildlife we saw! A great experience with do many Australian animals!”
Reverse Great Ocean Road tour from Melbourne with London Bridge stop, wildlife sightings, and top coastal photo stops in 12–13 hours.
Full-day Phillip Island wildlife from Melbourne with Moonlit Sanctuary, Nobbies seals, and the Little Penguins’ night parade.
“Michael was such a great guide; very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. He kept us on schedule for such a long tour. The coastal stops had breathtaking views and a chance to wade in the water. Loved seeing the animals at the animal sanctuRead more”
Ride Puffing Billy through the Dandenong Ranges, then meet koalas and kangaroos at Healesville Wildlife Sanctuary from Melbourne.
Ride the historic Puffing Billy steam train through the Dandenongs, then watch little penguins at sunset on Phillip Island.
From Melbourne, see koalas at a wildlife reserve, seals at Seal Rocks, and Phillip Island’s Penguin Parade with Woolamai beach time.
Melbourne wildlife day trip: Moonlit Sanctuary koalas and devils, The Nobbies boardwalk, and Phillip Island penguin parade at sunset.
Healesville Sanctuary plus Yarra Valley wineries in one day: Yering Station lunch and tastings, then De Bortoli wine and cheese.
“We had a great day with Shane as our guide. He made sure we had an amazing time and truly unforgettable experience. We visited two beautiful vineyard locations where the wine tastings were very enjoyable and informative. Lunch was one of the highlights of the day—it tasted amazing, and the views”
One-day Great Ocean Road for 18–35s: Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, Apollo Bay, and wildlife spotting for koalas and kangaroos.
Great Ocean Road reverse day trip with fewer crowds, iconic stops like Loch Ard Gorge and 12 Apostles, and wildlife sightings, plus a comfy coach.
Winter whale watching from Victoria in a small Zodiac boat with a marine naturalist, flotation suits, and a hydrophone for whale calls.
“This tour was fun and enjoyable, even in the rain! We walked around town, taste tested a range of food and, learnt so much about the history of the area. It felt good to support local businesses.”
Ride Puffing Billy through rainforest, then meet native wildlife at Healesville Sanctuary on a single smooth Melbourne day trip.
“Andy was excellent. This was a relaxing and interesting trip. We have been go go going for 1.5 weeks and needed something a bit more relaxed. The sanctuary was really great. Very interesting talks every 15 minutes and don't miss the flight show. Very interesting.”
Backpacker-friendly Great Ocean Road day trip from St Kilda with 12 Apostles views, wildlife chances, photo stops, coffee breaks, and guided stops.
“Matt was an excellent guide and great to engage with us all. Great views, crew and we saw plenty of wild koalas and kangaroos!”
Boutique Great Ocean Road day trip from Melbourne: early coffee, koalas, Otway rainforest, 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, fish and chips.
“From start to finish it was an amazing day. From our first stop for coffee at Anglesea right through to our last stop at the Gorge this tour was outstanding. Crazy weather throughout the day from sunshine to torrential downpours with hail didn’Read more”
The laneways and the bay, and every road out to the coast and the ranges.
