Top Melbourne Wildlife Watching

No trip to Melbourne is complete without a visit to the Shrine of Remembrance, a war memorial that honors Australian service and sacrifice in all wars. Join a guided tour to explore the monument, built after the First World War, and explore its rich history. Your guide will share fascinating stories about the design of the building and the lives of those it commemorates as you discover commemorative spaces and special exhibitions.

• Small group experience with a Carnivore Keeper and one of our experienced Rangers • See either a training or enrichment session and learn more about these critically endangered animals from the team that care for them • Behind the scenes access with our rangers

• 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.

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.

• 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.

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.

• Guided small-group walking tour with elephant experts • Explore the innovative, world-leading Elephant habitat • Learn about elephant behaviour and herd dynamics • Discover how the habitat supports elephant welfare and wellbeing • See how the herd interacts with and thrives in their new environment

Go behind-the-scenes with the elephants and their keepers Visit an Elephant Barn Learn how elephants are cared for in their world-leading habitat Every experience is unique, shaped by the elephants themselves See individual personalities shine Perfect for elephant lovers

Enjoy an authentic taste of the Yarra Valley on this full-day ecotour from Melbourne. Visit local farmers, family-run wineries, and artisan producers as you travel through the patchwork of vineyards and farmlands. Enjoy a guided wine tasting at Rochford Wines and a delectable cheese platter at Coldstream Dairy. Next up, a gin and tonic tasting paired with wood-fired pizza at Stag Lane Farm Distillery, plus, chocolate tasting at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie. Leave with your appetite thoroughly satisfied.

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.

During February, most departure's will be a small personized group of no more than 10 travelers. Lorne - Time to explore this seaside village, shop enjoy a coffee or simply enjoy the views. Apollo Bay - 1.5 hours to enjoy lunch where you desire, maybe stroll along the beach. 12 Apostles - Maybe descend to the Southern Ocean via Gibson Steps or enjoy the panorama from the elevated platform. London Bridge & Port Campbell. Rather than cancel the activity, if less than 10 guests are booked a modern mini van may be used instead of a touring coach. All November departures are guaranteed small group - Max 10 guests.

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.