Top Melbourne Wildlife Encounters

Spend a day immersed in the animal kingdom at the Melbourne Zoo. Encounter native species including koalas, wombats, and kangaroos, and local Victorian species such as indigenous penguins and seals splash. Also admire mighty Asian pachyderms at the Trail of Elephants, elegant African zebras and giraffes in open-air habitats, the energetic primates at Lemur Island, an elevated orangutan exhibit, and more.

Spot Aussie icons and exotic beasts on a thrilling family-friendly day out at the Serengeti-themed Werribee Open Range Zoo. Hop on an open-window bus for a safari tour and get up close to the wildlife. Then, explore the rest of the park on foot and at your leisure, visiting the different animal enclosures, enjoying zookeeper talks and presentations throughout the day, or making the most of the playgrounds.

Travel from Melbourne to Phillip Island to see the penguin parade and other wildlife highlights of Victoria. Your full-day tour stops at Moonlit Sanctuary wildlife conservation park to see Australian natives such as koalas and wallabies. Explore the dramatic Cape Woolamai surf beach and the Nobbies boardwalk where you can enjoy views of the rugged south coast and often seals as well.

• 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.

• Hosted walk through our Lemur exhibit with one of our rangers • Learn about the enrichment techniques to ensure the well being of the troop

• 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.

Discover Australia's Great Ocean Road—where coastal views and lush rainforests meet—on this full-day adventure from Melbourne. Heading out from the urban landscape of the city, keep your eyes peeled for koalas, walk through rainforests, and visit local landmarks like the Memorial Arch. A local guide is on-hand to fill you in on the area's history—something many travelers miss out on. Once you've refueled with lunch (own expense) in the beautiful town of Apollo Bay, marvel at the Twelve Apostles (a set of giant limestone stacks), and explore other panoramic views, including the dramatic Loch Ard Gorge.

Discover the natural delights of Phillip Island with an eco-tour from Melbourne. See the iconic Brighton Beach bathing boxes, visit the beach and take some time to admire these historic landmarks. Head to the Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park for an up-close encounter with kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, and other native Australian wildlife. Finish the day at a local beach where you can watch hundreds of some of the world's tiniest penguins waddle out of the ocean and across the sand to their burrows.

• Behind the Scenes access to the Hippo night quarters. • Fully hosted 40 minute experience with a Ranger and Hippo Keeper. • Plenty of time to ask questions and learn more about these charismatic animals.

Soar over the Yarra Valley during the golden light of sunrise during an unforgettable hot-air balloon flight. Float over the scenic landscape of gentle rolling hills and vineyards as day breaks across this beloved winemaking region. Upgrade to enjoy hotel pickup and/or a delicious buffet breakfast at Balgownie Estate after touching down back on solid ground.

• 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

• 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

• Small group experience with an African Wild Cat Keeper and one of our experienced Rangers. • See the African Wild Cats from closer up and perhaps hear some of their unique ways of communicating with each other. • Visit behind the scenes areas.

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

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

• 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.

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.

Go behind the gates into the Dingo habitat Ten-minute, small group experience Observe dingo behaviour from a unique perspective

• Experience meerkat behaviour from within the meerkat habitat. • Hear all the ways meerkats vocalise with each other. • Hear about the mob from our Rangers in a small group experience.

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.