Top Victoria Wildlife Encounters

• 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.

• 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.

• 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

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

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.

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

• 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.

Discover the enchanting world of truffles in Red Hill, VIC, with a unique hunt led by expert truffle hunters and their skilled dogs. This immersive experience invites you to forage for truffles that you’ll later shave onto a delicious wood-fired pizza. After harvesting, enjoy a truffle tasting featuring various products, culminating in the delightful moment when you savor your handmade pizza topped with fresh truffles. Perfect for food lovers, this adventure offers a memorable blend of nature and culinary delight.

• 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

• 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.

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.

• 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.

• 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.

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

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

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

Immerse yourself in the wonders of the universe with a 90-minute guided stargazing experience in the enchanting Yarra Valley. Under the expert guidance of a passionate Astronomy educator, learn to identify constellations and uncover the stories hidden in the night sky. Peer through a high-powered telescope to witness celestial marvels such as the Moon's craters and Saturn's rings. This family-friendly event invites all, whether seasoned stargazers or curious newcomers, to reconnect with nature and explore the cosmos in a serene setting, just an hour from Melbourne.

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.

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.

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.

Discover the rugged mountains and wildflower valleys of the Grampians National Park on this full-day tour from Melbourne—no need to tackle local roads yourself. Once there, learn about Aboriginal culture, have lunch in Halls Gap (own expense), then climb to the Boroka Lookout for fantastic views of the Mt. William and Serra Ranges. Hike to see the dramatic Balconies, view the idyllic Mackenzie Falls, and spot wild kangaroos roaming through the valleys.