Echidna Walkabout Fur and Feathers Australia Nature Tour
Melbourne 3 days
In the wild - Australian Nature Tours You can see the unique
wildlife of Australia in their natural environment - join us! The
best way to get to know our famous Australian mammals and birds is
in the wild - in natural bushland close to Melbourne or in the
wilderness areas of south east Australia. Come and see wild
Kangaroos, Koalas, Emus, Cockatoos and Wallabies with us!
Echidna Walkabout is based in Melbourne, Victoria. Their tours are
ideal for travellers of all ages from all over the
world.
Australian Fur and Feathers - in the wild
Kangaroos, Koalas and Penguins
Tour Code AFF
Overview
Join this relaxing 3 day tour from Melbourne that showcases
the very best wildlife of southern Australia. We have linked
together some of Australia's best wildlife viewing opportunities.
Your expert nature guide will help you find large mobs of wild
Kangaroos, track down wild Koalas (as part of a special Koala
Research Project), and walk quietly beside wild Little Penguins as
they emerge from the ocean in the evening. But that's not all.
During this tour your guide will introduce you to many more wild
animals and birds. That's why we've named this tour Australian Fur
and Feathers - in the wild!
As part of this experience you will have a relaxing night on
Phillip Island near Melbourne, and an opportunity to learn about
the early history and culture of this region.
Echidna Walkabout is a small eco tour operation and we believe
that wildlife should be seen in as near to natural condition as
possible. We have a reputation for providing exceptional wildlife
experiences led by first class nature guides. This tour is for
small groups (no more than 8 people in each group) allowing for a
more personal experience and better wildlife viewing
opportunities.
Location: Day 1 - West of the city of Melbourne in south-east
Australia. Visit Serendip Open Range Sanctuary, You Yangs National
Park
Days 2 & 3 - South-east of Melbourne at Phillip Island
- Duration: 3 days - Grade - easy (note free morning in
Melbourne on Day 2)
- Accommodation: one night at B & B included.
- Departs: on demand all year from Melbourne. (Note: no tours
run on or through Christmas Day)
- Returns: to Melbourne
- Minimum pax: 2 Maximum pax: 8
Day by Day Description
(Note meal inclusions shown thus: B=breakfast, L=lunch,
D=dinner )
Day 1 Kangaroos and Koalas in the Wild (Savannah Walkabout)
This fascinating guided journey begins with a detailed
introduction to Australian wildlife in the wild including large
mobs of Kangaroos, Emus and many birds in the open range
grasslands of Serendip Sanctuary followed by a visit to a secret
location to search for Koalas in the wild in the You Yangs
National Park. Late in the afternoon you return to your Melbourne
Accommodation. (L)
Accommodation by others
Day 2 The Little Penguins of Phillip Island overnight on the
island
After a relaxing morning your guide will pick you up at your hotel
in the afternoon (timing dependent on season pick up time
provided at time of booking). Drive to Phillip Island south-east
of Melbourne. This island is famous for its large colony of the
Little Penguins the smallest penguin in the world which come
ashore in a delightful parade each evening at dusk. After taking
in the fascinating Koala Conservation Centre on the island you
will join a small group of people and get close up and personal
with the penguins as they walk from the sea to their burrows.
Dinner and accommodation are on the island. (D)
Accommodation: B&B, Phillip Island
Day 3 Historic Churchill Island transfer to Melbourne
This morning your guide picks you up mid morning for a short drive
to Pyramid Rock overlooking the wild Southern Ocean where we often
sight rare ocean going birdlife. Next we travel a short distance
to Churchill Island historic homestead. Run by the National Parks
Service this homestead and surrounding farm date back to the
original discovery of the Melbourne region. Here you can walk in
the footsteps of the early settlers in this part of the world.
After lunch on Churchill Island you will be transferred back to
Melbourne (B,L)
(option transfer direct to Melbourne Airport for ongoing
travels extra cost)
Note that all departures are from the city of Melbourne and all
trips return to Melbourne.
Price is for twin share accommodation; S/S = single supplement
must be added for all single travellers.
Includes
Full interpretation by experienced nature guides, meals and
accommodation as described below, entry fees and transport. OPTION
transfer to Melbourne Airport on Day 3 as required at extra
cost.
Expert Nature Guides:
You will be guided on this journey by our friendly,
experienced and knowledgeable nature guide.
Guides carry two way radios which link them to our office and to
emergency services at any time.
Accommodation - Get to know the Locals:
Accommodation is at a Bed and Breakfast (with ensuite). B&B's
are carefully selected for friendly, first class hospitality and
service - they are run by the owner so you will get to know the
locals in their own homes during your morning relaxation time.
Breakfasts are convivial and often enjoyed with your hosts.
Meals on tour:
Meals are provided as detailed in the itinerary above.
Dinner is 2 courses.
Note: Alcoholic beverages are not included in the price.
NB Vegetarian or other food preferences should be noted at the
time of booking.
Transport:
In our comfortable air conditioned vehicle.
What to bring:
Strong walking shoes or boots, clothing to suit variable
weather conditions (please check weather forecast for accurate
predicted temperatures), sun hat, rain proof coat, small torch,
insect repellent, 15+ sun block, day pack and 1 litre water
bottle.
About Us:
Echidna Walkabout is a small eco tour operation owned by
Janine Duffy and Roger Smith who believe that wildlife should be
seen in as near to natural condition as possible. They have a
reputation for providing exceptional wildlife experiences led by
first class nature guides. Their tour groups are small (no more
than 8 people) allowing for a more personal experience and better
wildlife viewing opportunities.
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