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Great Ocean Road Day Tour
Operated by Oceania Tours & Safaris
Join your small group of up to 12 passengers to explore one of the most spectacular coastal drives in the world along the stunning Great Ocean Road . Stop at Split Point Lighthouse for a coffee and a fantastic photo opportunity . Enjoy an exclusive animal encounter to see koalas and kangaroos in the beautiful setting of the Eucalyptus Forest Walk , away from the crowds at the Great Ocean Ecolodge . This place is dedicated to the conservation of the local flora and fauna and your visit helps to support their work . Small groups allow for more regular photo stops along the way to make the most of the views of the Southern Ocean . Visit the spectacular Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge .
The tour operates daily and includes city hotel pick-up and drop-off . Overnight stay at the Great Ocean Ecolodge is available . price guide : $$
Great Ocean Road Classic Tour
Operated by Bunyip Tours
Spend the day exploring one of the most picturesque stretches of coastal scenery . Pass through the seaside towns of Lorne and Apollo Bay with stops along the way to take in the breathtaking views . Journey through the Otway rainforest and some of the tallest eucalyptus trees in Australia . Arrive at the historic Cape Otway Lightstation and enjoy spectacular views over the Southern Ocean . There are plenty of opportunities to see the native wildlife . Travel along the Shipwreck Coast and enjoy a stroll along the historic beaches to see Loch Ard Gorge . Arrive at the Twelve Apostles and descend the Gibsons Steps , where you will be dwarfed by the high cliff line and these enormous offshore stacks . Tour departs daily and includes hotel pickup and park entry fees .
Receive complimentary entry to Melbourne Aquarium and Eureka Skydeck when you book this tour in conjunction with the same operator ’ s Phillip Island Penguin Parade Ultimate Eco Tour . price guide : $
Healesville Sanctuary Zoos Victoria
Operated by Healesville Sanctuary
Healesville Sanctuary is home to over 200 species of native wildlife . They are committed to fighting wildlife extinction and offer you the opportunity to come close to unique Australian animals in a stunning bushland setting . Discover Australia ’ s majestic birds of prey and magnificent parrots in a spectacular daily show , Spirits of the Sky . The sanctuary offers the world ’ s first platypus show and the unique chance to Wade with the Platypus . The Australian Wildlife Health Centre treats and cares for more than 1,500 native animals every year , and is open to the public every day .
Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
Operated by Moonlit Sanctuary
Melbourne ’ s award-winning wildlife park , Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park , invites you to explore ten hectares of bushland , meeting endangered species , feeding kangaroos and wallabies , cuddling koalas and enjoying encounters with colourful birds , reptiles , dingoes and many other animals . They offer daily wildlife shows , keeper talks and animal encounters . At night , Moonlit Sanctuary comes alive with world-famous lantern-lit tours . Night birds are active ; tiny feathertail gliders and giant yellow-bellied gliders swoop around , and endangered quolls and bettongs abound . price guide : $ price guide : $
Murray River Paddlesteamers , Echuca
Operated by Murray River Paddlesteamers
PS Emmylou is the only wood-fired paddlesteamer in the world offering regular overnight cruising . Fuelled by Redgum logs , the Emmylou exudes old-world charm while offering modern conveniences . Twin-share cabins comfortably accommodate 18 guests and feature traditional riverboat-style bunks with one double cabin . All one- and two-night cruises include all meals prepared fresh in the galley by a chef whilst guests enjoy an unforgettable authentic Australian river cruise . Guests can enjoy campfires , historical sites , wineries , swimming , bushwalking , fishing and relaxing .
price guide : $
From prices for accommodation are ‘ per room ’ and sightseeing are ‘ per person ’. www . andersonvacations . ca