Australia · WILDLIFE & ZOO EXPERIENCES
Koalas you can stand next to, kangaroos that come to you and a penguin parade on a fixed nightly schedule. These 15 are priced and timed, with a note on which include a photo and which sell it at the gate.
Spend 13.5 hours on the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne with koalas, parrots, rainforest, Gibson Steps, the 12 Apostles, and Loch Ard Gorge.
“Warren was such an amazing guide he really made the experience and I’m so glad that he was the one to show us the great ocean road! He was so funny yet so informative. Such a brilliant day out!”
See Brighton’s bathing boxes, feed kangaroos at Moonlit Sanctuary, visit the Nobbies, and watch Phillip Island’s little penguins return at dusk.
“We had a great time! We didn't want to drive ourselves, but were worried the experience would be too touristy or dull, happily, it was quite the opposite! Cloe was wonderful! She entertained us with lots of interesting history and wildlife tidbits, talked just the right amount and was very relaxed, even when we came up to the wire on time. Highly recommend this tour and if you can manage one with Cloe as your guide, do it!”
Review of Diamond Tours’ Blue Mountains day trip from Sydney, with Scenic World rides, Sydney Zoo, lunch stop, and ferry return.
“Guide was great and it was an entertaining experience. Don't like being forced to give extra verbage.”
See the Twelve Apostles, London Bridge, wildlife and Great Ocean Road on a crowd-smart day tour from Melbourne for $46.
“what an absolutely amazing day. my wife and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. David Hsu, our tour guide, is such a genuinely nice guy. He kept everyone entertained throughout the day with his very interesting talks about the history of Australia and the sights you will see on the journey. He made sure everyone new the pick-up times and ensure everyone's safety throughout. David Hsu uses headsets for his tour which are fantastic. Very clear, easy to use and, should you need a bit if quite on the coach ride, can be turned off and you will not be disturbed. We saw some amazing sights and would we couldn't recommend this…”
Review of a Blue Mountains day tour with Scenic World rides, Three Sisters, waterfalls, Sydney Zoo, koala photo, and a ferry return.
“Ronnie was a great guide. She was funny and had a good attitude. She shared a lot of interesting information with us about the area and the places we toured. We saw so much in a day. The best thing about the zoo was seeing the cute koala bears and getting our picture taken with one. The Blue Mountains we’re beautiful and had a lot of interesting history. We saw an old coal mine and rode on the steepest railroad in the world. We did a sky tram for panoramic views of the valley.”
Review of the Melbourne to Phillip Island day trip, with Brighton Beach Boxes, koalas, kangaroos, coastal views, and the Penguin Parade.
“The diver late about 30min that make us feel nervous. But he was charming and make tourists fun. So I will give him a A but not A +”
Glide quietly along the Daintree River to spot crocodiles, birds, frogs, and snakes on a one-hour solar-powered wildlife cruise.
“Made a last minute booking for family to spend an afternoon in Port Douglas. The trip was just as described, perfect relaxing ride around the Daintree River. Even though it was in warm November and we were warned that the crocs may bRead more”
Spend a full day at Sydney’s Taronga Zoo for Australian wildlife, keeper talks, harbor views, and easy ferry access from Circular Quay.
“Fantastic place to visit so many animals. The food was pretty pricey though”
Review of the Australia Zoo day trip from Brisbane, with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, wildlife shows, hospital visit, and practical tips.
“Great day, Steve was a entertaining guide. Lots of knowledge and pointed out lots of interesting facts on the way. Highly recommend”
Cruise Brisbane River to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary for koalas, kangaroos, wildlife shows, and a relaxed half-day outing.
“This is a lovely way to get to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, with an hour long river cruise to a bespoke dock at the entry. The cruise includes commentary to describe the history and landmarks of the river. They have an onboard cafe to order a limited selection of hot foods and a variety of snacks and drinks. The best part of the cruise was the captain of the boat, who was so calm and kind. The sanctuary has been around for a long time and has a variety of animals in addition to the koalas, all set in a natural open area. We really enjoyed the raptor show…”
Review of a Blue Mountains day tour from Sydney with Scenic World rides, Sydney Zoo, guided lookouts, lunch, and a ferry to Circular Quay.
“Great trip taking in so much in the day! Phil was a great guide, super friendly and knowledgeable. Only downside is the bus used is very cramped for tall people, not a comfortable ride.”
Review of a Blue Mountains day tour from Sydney with Scenic World rides, the Three Sisters, lunch, wildlife, pickup, and practical tips.
“This was an amazing not to miss experience. Stunning views and great tour guide. Definitely recommend it!”
Cruise Brisbane River to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary for koalas, kangaroos, wildlife shows, river views, and three hours to explore.
“We loved the boat ride and commentary down the Brisbane river. The captain and crew were amazing so helpful and knowledgeable. We will recommend this trip to friends and family.”
See koalas, Woolamai Beach, The Nobbies, and hundreds of little penguins on an 8.5-hour Phillip Island trip from Melbourne.
“We had a fabulous day out with Graham our tour guide. The highlight of the trip was seeing all the penquins on the beach then walking along the boardwalk watching them all go to their nests.”
Ride Kangaroo Island’s bush, beaches, rocks, sand and mud on a guided quad bike tour for beginners, families and experienced riders.
“I was greeted by my instructor who was extremely kind, encouraging and informative. I was given my kit and caught how to use the bikes. We then went on the tour around the beautiful island, saw Kangaroos and he told me information about the island.”
Pick a coast, a rock or a cellar door.
