Top Melbourne Outdoor Activities - page 8

Enter the House Down Under and experience the world from an inverted perspective! House Down Under is a photo experience where we show you how to pose and take cool photos. Take as many photos as you like on your own devices in six different areas of the house!

• Meet our two Orangutans and the keepers that care for them • Behind the scenes access with one of our rangers • Watch a training session that showcases the Orangutans intelligence and unique personalities • Access to the rooftop to watch the Orangutans forage for food.

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery of rugged coastline and small towns on a two-day tour of the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne. Travel with a small group limited to eight people, visiting some of the most iconic destinations in southern Australia —including Great Otway National Park, Kennett River, Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and around Port Campbell. Visit picturesque towns, enjoy meals in great restaurants, and look for native wildlife like koalas and kangaroos. Your tour includes overnight accommodation at Beacon Point in a villa that overlooks the Southern Ocean.

The Best Way to Discover Melbourne: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a photo at Saint Francis’ Church or a visit to SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: St Paul's Cathedral, Melbourne Town Hall, Saint Francis’ Church, State Library Victoria, Old Melbourne Gaol, Melbourne City Baths, Queen Victoria Market, Flagstaff Gardens, The Hellenic Museum, and SEA LIFE Aquarium.

Maximum of six people in the experience Opportunity to provide our koala with daily enrichment Observe koalas behaviour from a unique perspective .

This is the very first tour in Melbourne’s metro area to offer an immersive, nature-focused experience that combines hiking, culture, and history. This unique journey invites travellers to explore the city through the eyes of a local, discovering hidden cultural gems that are beloved by residents but often missed by tourists. Just 15 minutes away from the city centre, it’s a rare opportunity to walk along the Yarra River’s stunning parklands, uncover its rich history, and connect with Melbourne’s natural beauty in a way no other tour offers. From the largest flying fox colony to the historic Boathouse, and the culturally significant Dights Falls, this tour blends the city’s heritage with its vibrant community, offering a distinctive, off-the-beaten-path adventure that highlights what makes Melbourne truly special.

Join us for sausage sizzle (beef) for breakfast, coffee and tea included!! Beat the crowd with our small group (max 12 pax) reverse itinerary Great Ocean Road. Get to the 12 apostles and Loch Ard Gorge before most people. Feel the peace and tranquility and the morning breeze of Southern Ocean. Also with this reverse itinerary, we will be able to reach Anglesea in the late afternoon where kangaroo colonies are most active. Travel in style and comfort with comfortable air-conditioned vehicle As we start early from Melbourne, we will arrive earlier than when you join normal Great Ocean Road tour. (20:00 pm arrival onward)

Trixity offers a series of trails which are not only sightseeing experiences around some of Australia’s most beautiful cities but we will also give your brain a work-out on the way round. You will guide yourself on your smart device along the trail solving clues as you go - get the answer correct and we send you the next clue – easy! There are ‘Help’ & ‘Hint’ options if you get stuck and of course you can use your device to look things up if required. We think this is an excellent way to spend 2-3 hours discovering the city you live in, work in, play in. See our website for more details.

Experience the beauty of the Philip Island and wildlife viewing with our small group family-oriented day tour company where we can relax and enjoy the ride while sharing some interesting facts about this important nature conservation park that people talk about. From Melbourne, we ll take you to one of Australia's most important nature conservation area, Philip Island, the home of fairy penguins, koala, wallabies as well as other sea birds, seals and other marine species. Also prepared to be awed by majestic ocean view of the Nobbies. our express tour will take you straight to the heart of Philip Island main attraction. Unlike other tour companies that only focus on "showing the view and go home", we offer family-oriented interaction that makes our tour feels like you are going away with your own family. We try to make our tour fun, exciting and we cater for each, and everyone's need while maintaining the quality and efficiency of our tour. Watch out for some wild wallabies!

First of its kind activity in Australia. Quiz Room is a totally unique and immersive trivia game concept where it's not just knowledge you need. Using a selection of jokers, you can trap your fellow players, block them or even steal their points! Anyone can win and there are plenty of surprises in store until the last second!

• This experience changes daily so we can showcase what is happening at the Zoo at the time of your special experience. • Visit areas or see activities that general public don’t get to see • Fully hosted by one of our experienced Ranger Keepers. • When you purchase a Behind the Scenes, you are directly contributing to Zoos Victoria's work to fight wildlife extinction.

Mach Two (4 star difficulty rating) Infiltrate a top-secret government facility shrouded in mystery, where whispers of extraterrestrial life and covert experiments echo through the halls. Zodiac Heist (4 star difficulty rating) You've been chosen to brave the depths of the Zodiac Thief's hidden underground lair. In the pitch-black corridors of this long-abandoned mineshaft, danger lurks in every shadow. Law & Disorder (3 star difficulty rating and all time favourite) It’s the height of the Prohibition era—booze is banned, crime is booming, and danger lurks in every shadow. Your partner, a hard-nosed detective, was murdered while deep undercover in a ruthless crime syndicate. Now it’s up to you. Aladdin & the Magic Vault (2 star difficulty.Our most family friendly adventure yet) Step into the heart of an ancient Arabian legend, where you and your team of elite detectives must unravel cryptic clues, outsmart cunning traps, and piece together a centuries-old puzzle.

• Fully hosted 90 minute experience where you will meet Zookeepers and a Safari guide. • Behind the Scenes access to the Giraffe night quarters. • Tour of the Savannah.

• Exhibit and behind the scenes access with one of our rangers • Visit our iconic Australian animals as they wake up for the day • Meet the keepers

Explore the rich history and natural beauty of Ballarat on this one-day tour from Melbourne. Begin your journey with a visit to either the serene Ballarat Lake and Botanical Gardens, a stunning landscape featuring lush greenery and seasonal blooms, or get up close with native Australian wildlife at Ballarat Zoo. Experience the thrill of stepping into the 19th century at the Shufenshan Gold Mine Ancient Town, including an underground tour and an exciting gold melting performance. This tour is perfect for families and nature enthusiasts alike. - Choose between the picturesque Ballarat Lake & Botanical Gardens or the interactive Ballarat Zoo. - Enjoy a guided exploration of the historic Shufenshan Gold Mine, complete with a mine truck ride. - Experience the gold rush era with actors in period costumes and authentic street settings. - Convenient pick-up from multiple locations in Melbourne, ensuring an easy start to your adventure.

Go behind the gate into the Koala habitat. Ten-minute, small group experience. Observe the Koala from a unique perspective.

Go behind the rope in Kangaroo Country. Ten-minute, small group experience. Opportunity to provide our Kangaroo's with daily enrichment.

• Meet our 2 x magnificent creatures • Learn about their adaptations, their environment and the conservation efforts in place to protect them. • Behind the scenes access with our rangers

Arts and Culture Lovers, this is the trail for you! This cryptic adventure will lead you through the lesser-traveled spaces on a search for public art and sights in the Melbourne arts precinct and surrounds. Get to grips with the history and facts of the area and various artworks along the way. Start your first clue in Federation Square and get lost amongst the incredible public artworks, architecturally stunning gardens, walkways, and pedestrian spaces that link the various galleries theatres, and other art organizations. This adventure will also take you along the adjacent Yarra River, where some of Melbourne’s most popular riverside bars are located, just in case refreshments are required while on the route! Finish up in South bank Boulevard, we won’t tell you exactly where – that’s for you to find out!

This is the very first tour in Melbourne’s metro area to offer an immersive, nature-focused experience that combines hiking, culture, and history. This unique journey invites travellers to explore the city through the eyes of a local, discovering hidden cultural gems that are beloved by residents but often missed by tourists. Just 15 minutes away from the city centre, it’s a rare opportunity to walk along the Yarra River’s stunning parklands, uncover its rich history, and connect with Melbourne’s natural beauty in a way no other tour offers. From the largest flying fox colony to the historic Boathouse, the Heritage-listed Abbotsford Convent, and the culturally significant Dights Falls, this tour blends the city’s heritage with its vibrant community, offering a distinctive, off-the-beaten-path adventure that highlights what makes Melbourne truly special.

For a fun adventure close to Melbourne look no further than our Portarlington Self-Guided Bike Tour. Start the day with spectacular bay views cruising on the Docklands to Portarlington Ferry. Enjoy your cycle experience pedalling along the beautiful Bellarine Coastal Trail from Portarlington Pier to St Leonards. The trail is an easy gradient on well-maintained gravel surfaces, bitumen, and bridges. The views across Port Phillip Bay are spectacular including the You Yangs and the Melbourne City Skyline. Enjoy refreshments along the way or collect local treats for a picnic lunch. Parks, picnic facilities, and amenities are dispersed at various intervals along the trail. Spend the afternoon exploring the gorgeous historic seaside village of Portarlington. Included: Docklands to Portarlington return ferry ticket, bike, helmet, water bottle, pack rack bag, maps & written guide, first aid kit, telephone assistance throughout the day if required.

Escape the city and embark on a relaxing yet scenic journey through Melbourne’s stunning coastline and countryside. This experience blends iconic sights, breathtaking views, and ultimate relaxation—perfect for a day of exploration and rejuvenation! Brighton Bathing Boxes – Start your adventure with a visit to Melbourne’s famous Brighton Beach, home to the vibrant and Instagram-worthy bathing boxes. Capture stunning photos against the colorful backdrop of the ocean! Arthur’s Seat Eagle Gondola – Soar above the Mornington Peninsula on a breathtaking gondola ride. Enjoy panoramic views of the coastline, lush forests, and picturesque vineyards as you glide to the summit of Arthur’s Seat. Mornington Peninsula Hot Springs – Unwind in the award-winning natural thermal pools surrounded by serene landscapes. Soak in mineral-rich waters, enjoy the steam cave, and experience pure relaxation in this tranquil oasis.

Enjoy a private 2-hour cruise on the Yarra River with this self-drive boat rental in Melbourne. No license is required to drive this vessel, which has a fully enclosed cabin option if needed. Bring up to 10 friends and family members on board for a relaxing and scenic cruise. Create your own sightseeing tour by passing top attractions such as the Royal Botanic Gardens, Southbank, Melbourne Cricket Ground, Federation Square and the Docklands. You can even disembark at Herring Island Park to walk around its outdoor sculpture park.

How many Melbourne and Yarra Valley tourists get to say they’ve experienced a sunrise view high in the sky in a hot air balloon? Don’t count yourself among those who’ve missed out—book ahead to guarantee a spot in the basket of one of these balloons, where there are plenty of chances to take photos of these one-of-a-kind views