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.

Savannah Walkabout
One Day Ecotour from Melbourne
Tour Code SW
See Kangaroos and Koalas in the wild

In small groups this naturalist guided ecotour gives you quality time to learn about wildlife and enjoy the wide open spaces of Australia. Get close to kangaroos, koalas and abundant birdlife in the wild

Our special Koala Research Project ensures that we often have multiple sightings of these delightful creatures in the wild. A delicious bush lunch is included.

On this naturalist-guided ecotour, spend the morning in the famous grasslands and around the billabongs of our Open-range Sanctuary in the company of hundreds of wild Kangaroos, dozens of Emus and many species of birds.

In the afternoon, walk amongst the gum trees in a National Park and see wild Koalas.

Location: the Great Western Plains near Melbourne including an Open
Range Sanctuary and a bushland National Park.

Duration: 1 Day - Grade - easy.
Departs: daily ex city of Melbourne 9am to 9:30am all year.
Returns: to Melbourne approximately 6pm.
Minimum pax: 2 Maximum pax: 8

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.

Includes

Full interpretation by an experienced nature guide, meal as described below, entry fees and transport

Expert Nature Guides:
You will be guided on this journey by a friendly, experienced and knowledgeable nature guide. Many hours of research work precede the tour to ensure that you see and learn about native wildlife in its natural environment.

First class standards in guidance are the hallmark of Echidna Walkabout. Our in-house nature guide training program ensures that all guides have an in-depth working knowledge of the wildlife and environments you will see. Guides carry two way radios which link them to our office and to emergency services.

Easy walking:
Although this tour is vehicle based, most of the day is spent outside the vehicle on a number of easy, flat terrain, bushwalks so that you can get close to nature.

Meal on tour:
A substantial bush lunch is provided which includes traditional Australian "Billy Tea".
NB Vegetarian or other food preferences should be noted at the time of booking.

Transport:
In our comfortable air conditioned vehicle.

What to bring:
Good walking shoes or boots, clothing to suit variable weather conditions (please check weather forecast for accurate predictions), sun hat, rainproof coat, insect repellent, 15+ sun block and 1 litre water bottle. Camera and binoculars are recommended if you have them.