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15 Best Melbourne Wildlife Tours

These are the wildlife tours I’d pick around Melbourne, split between sanctuaries and properly wild encounters. Healesville Sanctuary keeps Australian species only, which makes it the strongest single stop for koalas, platypus and dingoes. For kangaroos in open country, the You Yangs trips deliver most reliably.

1.From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road and Wildlife Tour

Discover the stunning beauty of the Great Ocean Road and get up close with Australia's incredible wildlife on this unforgettable tour from Melbourne.

Most Popular★ 4.7

“The best part of the trip was Warren, our tour guide. He was very pleasant and had a great sense of humour. Everything about the trip was perfect and all the extra stops we made along the way only added to the value of the…”

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2.Melbourne Great Ocean Rd Reverse Tour+London Bridge Wildlife

Discover the stunning Australian coastline with the Melbourne Great Ocean Rd Reverse Tour+London Bridge Wildlife, featuring wildlife sightings, scenic stops, and fewer crowds for perfect photos.

★ 4.7

“We had a fantastic day on this tour! Everything was very well organized and the itinerary was beautiful, with stunning coastal views and great photo stops. A special mention for our guide Yang, who was absolutely excellent 👍 He was friendly, knowledgeable, funny, and made…”

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4.From Melbourne: Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Koalas Tour

Join this full-day tour from Melbourne to Phillip Island for visits to koalas, scenic coastlines, and the world-famous penguin parade—an authentic wildlife experience.

★ 4.7

“Amazing trip and worth the price for the amount we saw and day out. Tom was a great guide and made the trip run smoothly, even after we have to change plans due to bush fires. Would recommend”

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6.Great Ocean Road Tour Plus Koalas, Forest Walk And Morning Tea.

Experience the best of Australia's Great Ocean Road with a tour that includes koalas, a forest walk, and a delightful morning tea. Don't miss out!

★ 4.5

“Irs a long tour with adequate breaks at some of the best locations on the route. The guide was indeed very knowledgeable and provided informative insights about the history of places we went. Would recommend strongly as a must when in Melbourne”

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7.Phillip Island Penguin and Koala Highlights Day-Trip From Melbourne

Experience the cutest wildlife encounters on a day-trip to Phillip Island! Meet penguins and koalas up close in this unforgettable Melbourne adventure. Book now!

★ 5.0

“Peter, our guide and driver, is exceptional! He is so kind, helpful and knowledgeable. I wish there had been more koalas to see, they are so adorable! The little penguins walking up the hill after dark was so amazing to watch. Will do this tour…”

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8.Full-Day Phillip Island Tour With Kangaroo, Koala and Penguin Parade

Experience the beauty of Phillip Island on a full-day tour. Get up close with kangaroos, koalas, and witness the mesmerizing penguin parade. Don't miss out, click now!

★ 4.5

“It was a fun day out. The sights were beautiful. Our guide Luke was a real character. He educated us, entertained us and got us all around the different places safely. Unfortunately for us not alot of Penguins came in that night but they had…”

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10.Phillip Island: Penguins and Wildlife Full-Day Tour

Discover Australia's wildlife on a full-day Phillip Island tour including koalas, seals, and the famous penguin parade, with expert guides and scenic stops.

★ 4.6

“Had an amazing trip with our guide Corey. He was chatty and enthusiastic, giving us some Australian history as we drove towards Phillip island. The koala sanctuary was amazing, and the Penguin parade was magical! It gets chilly in the evening so definitely bring a…”

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12.From Melbourne: Puffing Billy Train & Penguins Wildlife Tour

Embark on a journey of old-world charm and wildlife wonders, where the unexpected awaits at every turn.

★ 4.8

“My wife and I, along with her family had a great day out. Our driver Gina was great. She was funny and very informative during the drive from place to place and was upbeat and friendly the whole time. She took videos of the departure…”

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13.From Melbourne: Penguins and Wildlife Nature Day Tour

Discover the enchanting wildlife of Melbourne! Join our Penguins and Wildlife Nature Day Tour and experience the beauty of nature like never before. Book now!

★ 4.7

“It was a perfect tour. Loki was a super funny and informative aussie guide (reminded me of ozzy men reviews :D ). Definitely recommend. Never too much, not boring and also not too stressful. Perfectly balanced. We were lucky to pet the back of a…”

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14.Yarra Valley Wildlife & Wine Day Tour From Melbourne With Healesville Sanctuary

Explore the wild side of Yarra Valley with our Wildlife & Wine Day Tour. Encounter unique animals at Healesville Sanctuary and savor the region's finest wines.

★ 5.0

“What a wonderful experience filled with up close encounters with so many animals in the Sanctuary as well as in their own environments. Complimented with visiting 2 wineries for a fabulous lunch and wine and cheese pairing. Paul was so knowledgeable about everything…. Melbourne, the…”

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15.Melbourne Zoo General Entry Ticket

Experience the wildest adventure at Melbourne Zoo! Get your general entry ticket now and discover the incredible world of exotic animals like never before. Don't miss out, click here!

★ 4.0

“Even though I'm personally not a great fan of seeing animals caged, Melbourne Zoo is a wonderful experience for all ages. All of the guides were very knowledgeable about the animals in their sector, and were happy to answer any questions posed. Only real advice…”

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4.9Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & Wildlife Tour for Backpackers1 day$91 4.9Yarra Valley Foodies Tour with Chandon and Kangaroo Safari!7 hours$123 4.4Great Ocean Road Reverse Tour with Iconic Stops & Wildlife12 - 13 hours$42 4.5Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Trip With Koala Conservation Reserve Visit$111.17 5.0Great Ocean Road and Wildlife Tour for Backpackers aged 18-35$92.52 4.51 Day Puffing Billy Steam Train and Wildlife Tour From Melbourne$157.08 5.0Yarra Valley Afternoon Chandon, Chocolates, Cheese & Kangaroos$125.52 4.6From Melbourne: Phillip Is Penguin Parade & Koala Reserve 4.0Werribee Open Range Zoo General Admission Ticket$40.88 4.5Grampians National Park With Kangaroos and Mackenzie Falls From Melbourne$96.83 4.4From Melbourne Grampians National Park Kangaroos Guided Tour12.5 hours$95 4.5Small Group Bus Tour Phillip Island Wildlife and Brighton Beach$111.17 4.7From Melbourne: Grampians National Park & Kangaroos$89 4.5Deluxe Safari Adventure at Werribee Open Range Zoo – Excl. Entry$43.03 4.5Werribee Zoo & Werribee Mansion Tour$104.00 4.5From Melbourne: Yarra Valley Chandon Cheese & Kangaroos Tour7 hours$123 4.8From Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wildlife & Wine Day Tour10 hours$226 4.6Melbourne: French and Phillip Island Wildlife Expedition12 - 14 hours$155 4.3Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Day Tour with kangaroos & koalas12 hours$75 5.0Wine Tasting & Wildlife Tour From Melbourne With a Local Guide$124 5.0Yarra Valley Wine & Wildlife – Private Regional Tour$767.45 4.8Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine Bubbles & Kangaroos Tour7 hours$123 5.0Phillip Island Wildlife Cruise and Penguin Tour from Melbourne$118.35 4.0Australian Experience at Werribee Open Range Zoo$42.32