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.
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“Bus bit squashy and leg room like on a plane. Aside from that awesome day trip, Theo was very entertaining and imparted great information. Plenty of time at each stop to take in views etc.”
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6,020 reviews13.5 hoursFrom $94
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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“Our guide Philip was very nice! He made sure everyone was comfortable and took good care of us! He showed is the good spots and made sure the whole trip was smooth and easy! Thanks to him we saw some secret spots and wildlife :)”
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2,252 reviews12 - 13 hoursFrom $46by Wild OZ Adventures
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Step into the enchanting world of Phillip Island's wildlife with a mesmerizing Penguin Parade, cuddly koalas, and iconic kangaroos—prepare for a journey like no other.
★ 4.5“Literally one of my favorite days traveling ever. Every sight and activity was something I wish I could’ve stayed at forever.”
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1,932 reviews12 hoursFrom $112by Wine Hop And Coastal Tours
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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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1,408 reviews9.5 hoursFrom $123by Autopia Tours
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Experience the magic of the Penguin Parade and cuddle up with adorable koalas in Melbourne. Don't miss out on this unforgettable wildlife adventure!
★ 4.6“Amazing trip in the island, we saw lots of animals and the drive through the area was incredible. Penguins parade gave us goosebumps”
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1,287 reviewsFrom $115by Autopia Tours
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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“This is an absolute must-do trip and this is the perfect way of doing it, going to all the main attractions with a perfect amount of stop offs and time at each place. Warren our guide was absolutely brilliant, extremely helpful, knowledgeable, clear, and very…”
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1,068 reviewsFrom €82.29by Wine Hop And Coastal Tours
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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“This could have been a much better experience. We made it to places but were rushed everywhere. We DID have enough time to have dinner without a big rush. SO many people at the penguin parade (to be expected) and we did get Read more”
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775 reviewsFrom $125.52by Autopia Tours
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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“Book specifically with Site Seeing Tours and ask for Luke. He made the entire trip interactive and fun. We did encounter communication issue with the office. We waited an hour for pickup because we didnt receive the change in time notice.”
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658 reviewsFrom $104.00by Sightseeing Tours Australia
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Discover the wild at Werribee Open Range Zoo with guided safaris, engaging exhibits, and Australian wildlife in natural settings just outside Melbourne.
★ 4.5“It was definetely a heartwarming experience best for all walks of life. I had a lot of fun most especially the tour in the wild where we see the group of rhinos, giraffes, and all saharan animals. I also love how the zoo is continously…”
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646 reviews1 dayFrom $37by Zoos Victoria
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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“My day was wonderful. The tour was great and Fiona was so kind and helpful. I recommend this tour with her.”
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642 reviews10 hoursFrom $109by Wildlife Tours Australia
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Discover the charm of Melbourne's iconic Puffing Billy Steam Train and get up close with Australia's wildlife on this unforgettable tour. Book now!
★ 4.7“Anthony was a brilliant tour guide! Enjoyed our Christmas songs on the way up to get us into the spirit. The sanctuary was great, must see the ‘birds of prey’ show. Puffing billy was fun and showed off beautiful views of Melbourne!”
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640 reviews8 hoursFrom $140by Explore Australia
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Embark on a journey of old-world charm and wildlife wonders, where the unexpected awaits at every turn.
★ 4.8“loved everything, our guide and all the experiences were just perfect”
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605 reviews12 hoursFrom $145by Explore Australia
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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“Reece was the loveliest guide. Can 100% recommend :-)”
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380 reviews12 hoursFrom $105by Explore Australia
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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“We had a great day in the Yarra Valley. Prior to our trip Paul was very clear with communication. Our guide Simon was great, knew all the tricks at the Sanctuary and was helpful with wine suggestions. The lunch on the trip was delicious with…”
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333 reviewsFrom $236.69by Vinetrekker Wine Tours
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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“Amazing place where you could see platypuses! We were lucky to see the one on a feeding spree! We also saw chimpanzee “flying” the ropes above the ground: This is absolutely unique to this zoo! We spend several hours in the zoo, and they rolled…”
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333 reviewsFrom $40.88by Zoos Victoria
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