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Grampians Rd, Halls Gap VIC 3381, Australia
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Wildlife Tour Australia
Experience the stunning scenery on this two-day journey through a diverse range of natural wonders. From the wild shipwreck coastline of Loch Ard Gorge to limestone cliffs at the Twelve Apostles. Or ancient mountain views in Grampians National Park, in search of wildlife, waterfalls, and that Australian bush landscape rich in Aboriginal culture.
Key information
- Children policy: Any passengers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by and share a double/twin room with a parent or guardian.
- Starting point and ending point: Melbourne
- National Park entrance fees are included.
Highlights
- Travel along the famous National Heritage Listed Great Ocean Road coastlines
- Visit the pristine surf beaches, chocolaterie, and quaint seaside townships overlooking the Southern Ocean
- Cool off in the ancient Great Otway National Park
- Be blown away by the 12 Apostles rock formations and rugged shipwreck cove of Loch Ard Gorge
- See an abundance of Australian native flora and fauna
- Explore the rugged landscape of the Grampians National Park, bush hikes, and wilderness trails
- Discover the panoramic views from Reeds, Boroka, and The Balconies lookouts and wonder at Mackenzie Falls
- 1 night accommodation
Skill level
- Intermediate
Styles
2 activity days
Group size: 8-23 participants
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
07:00
Check-out Time:
17:30
Accommodation for this tour is either Gariwerd Motel Private Rooms (with ensuite) or Grampians Eco YHA Shared Accommodation (with shared bathroom) or similar alternative.
Program
Highlights
- A brilliant overnight escape to two of Victoria’s most popular regional getaways
- Travel along the famous National Heritage Listed Great Ocean Road coastlines
- Visit the pristine surf beaches, chocolaterie, and quaint seaside townships overlooking the Southern Ocean
- The Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway provides a great photo opportunity
- Cool off in the ancient Great Otway National Park
- Be blown away by the 12 Apostles rock formations & rugged shipwreck cove of Loch Ard Gorge
- See an abundance of Australian native flora and fauna
- Explore the rugged landscape of the Grampians National Park, bush hikes, and wilderness trails
- Discover the panoramic views from Reeds, Boroka, and The Balconies lookouts and wonder at Mackenzie Falls
Itinerary
Day 1: Melbourne to Great Ocean Road
Enjoy the stunning scenery of the Great Ocean Road and discover the remarkable rock formations of the iconic 12 Apostles. Stop by the Surf Coast, for morning tea at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie and sample some sweet treats. You will discover some of the world’s tallest trees as you explore the ancient and beautiful rainforest of the Great Otway National Park. Learn about the tragic tale of the shipwreck coast, visit the hidden beach of Loch Ard Gorge, and the iconic 12 Apostles. During our journey, we will stop to see native Australian wildlife. Arriving late at night, we settled into our accommodation for the night.
- Meals: Lunch, dinner
- Accommodation: Gariwerd Motel Private Rooms (with ensuite) or Grampians Eco YHA Shared Accommodation (with shared bathroom) or similar alternative
- Driving Distance: 520km
- Hike distance: 1-2km
Day 2: Grampians to Melbourne
Your day begins early in the morning with a visit to Boroka Lookout, Reeds Lookout/Balconies, which has excellent views of the rugged terrain of the Grampians National Park. An area rich in Aboriginal culture as well as beautiful bushland teeming with Australian wildlife, such as ems and kangaroos. Besides the many hiking trails that are available, there are majestic waterfalls that are sure to leave you with lasting memories. In the afternoon, we make our way back to Melbourne, after an incredible 2 days exploring the coastline and inland mountain ranges, arriving sometime after 5:30 in the evening.
- Meals: Breakfast
- Driving distance: 340km
- Hike distance: 2km
Location
Short break escape down the Great Ocean Road and to regional Victoria where you spend the night in accommodation at the Grampians.
Food
While you endeavour to cater to most dietary needs, passengers must advise their booking agent at the time of booking. The tour operator must also be notified of any food allergies or known medical conditions at the time of booking.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Other dietary requirements on request
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
Things to do (optional)
It is recommended that you pre-book optional activities in advance to avoid disappointment, especially around the school and public holidays. Your guide can book all optional tours for you at a small discount on the first day of the tour, but this is subject to availability.
Please note the optional activities prices indicate the rate guests should receive when making a booking with their driver, not the retail rate. These prices will therefore not be found on these providers websites.
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What's included
- Melbourne to Melbourne overnight escape
- 1 night’s accommodation (Halls Gap)
- Includes 1x breakfast, 1x lunch, 1x dinner
- All national park pass entry fees
- Guided bush walks (-4km, subject to fitness level)
- Australian flora and fauna sightings
- Hosted by an experienced driver-guide
- Air-conditioned small-group travel
- Comprehensive local tour commentary
- Selected Melbourne inner-city pick-up/drop-off points
What's not included
- Any meals not indicated within the itinerary
- Hotel transfers pre/post tour itinerary to a nominated pickup point.
- Personal travel insurance is highly recommended
- Personal expenses
How to get there
Recommended Airports
MEL
Melbourne Airport
212 km
Transfer not provided
Pickups from Melbourne for this tour include:
- 6:55 - Pegasus Apartments Hotel - 206 A’Beckett St, Melbourne
- 7:00 - Melbourne Marriott Hotel - cnr Exhibition St & Lonsdale St, Melbourne
- 7:05 - Space Hotel, 380 Russell St, Melbourne
- 7:10 - Grand Hyatt Melbourne - Russell St entrance Melbourne
- 7:20 - Adina Apartment Hotel - 189 Queen St, Melbourne
- 7:25 - The Savoy Hotel - 630 Little Collins St, Melbourne
- 7:35 - Immigration Museum, 400 Flinders St cnr Market St, Melbourne
- 7:40 - Crown Towers - 8 Whiteman St Queens Bridge St, Southbank
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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