Take the time to explore Victoria's diverse natural landscapes and iconic wildlife while you travel. Wander across sand dunes and snow white beaches, trek through lush green rainforests and rugged desert country, while getting up close to the natural inhabitants as you go.

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12 Apostles, Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia

12 Apostles

Beaches & coastlines
Witness the rugged splendour of the famous 12 Apostles, magnificent rock stacks that rise up from the Southern Ocean on Victoria's dramatic coastline.
Reed's Lookout, Grampians, Victoria. Photo by Julian Kingma

Grampians National Park

National parks & reserves
Discover grand and rugged mountain ranges, spectacular wildflowers and a wealth of Aboriginal rock art sites in the Grampians National Park.
Raymond Island Koala Walk, Gippsland, Victoria, Australia

Koalas

Wildlife & zoos
The shy koala is likely to sleep through the excitement you experience when you spot them in the Victorian bush, high up in the forks of gum trees.
Penguins at Phillip Island Nature Park, Phillip Island, Victoria, Australia

Penguins

Wildlife
Meet the island's famous penguins and experience that electrifying moment as you spot the first one emerge from the sea and waddle along the beach.
12 Apostles, Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia

Top 25 nature & wildlife experiences

Nature & wildlife
Take your pick of Victoria's top 25 nature and wildlife experiences, from getting the best view of the 12 Apostles to spotting koalas in the wild.
Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve, Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia. Credit: Robert Blackburn

Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve

National parks & reserves
Meet koalas, emus, kangaroos and many species of waterbirds roaming freely in Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve, which sits inside an extinct volcano.

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Wildlife

Australia's unique wildlife can be found in abundance throughout Victoria's forests, parks and sanctuaries.
Owl. Photo by Roberto Seba.
Moonlit Sanctuary koala. Photo by Victoria.
Baby emu. Photo by Darren Donlen.
Dolphins in Port Phillip Bay. Photo by Searoad Ferries.
Rosella. Photo by Mr Kyeong Woo Kim.
Wombat. Photo by Mark Watson.
Kookaburra. Photo by Emily Godfrey.
Phillip Island seals.
Owl. Photo by Roberto Seba.
Moonlit Sanctuary koala. Photo by Victoria.
Baby emu. Photo by Darren Donlen.
Dolphins in Port Phillip Bay. Photo by Searoad Ferries.
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12 Apostles, Great Otways and Great Ocean Road Day Tour - Otways National Park

12 Apostles, Great Otways & Great Ocean Road Day Tour

Tours
A small group (eight guests) will depart Melbourne and head straight to the famous 12 Apostles before the masses of people arrive. Here you will take a...
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1 Day Lake Mountain Snow, Waterfalls and Chocolate Tour

Coach tours
Join the scenic drive to this magical winter wonderland. This family-friendly mountain resort guarantees a memorable experience of action and adventure...
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1 Day Phillip Island Tour

Tours
For unforgettable wildlife encounters and stunning coastal scenery, you can't go past Phillip Island. Join Sightseeing Tours Australia to explore this...
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2.5 Hour Wilsons Promontory Cruise

Nature & wildlife tours
Discover the beautiful granite coastline and unique wilderness of Wilsons Promontory National Park on the 2.5 hour Wilsons Promontory Cruise. Cruise into...
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4 Day Backcountry Ski Tour & Pilates Adventure

Nature & wildlife tours
The aim of these four days is to prepare your fitness to successfully ski tour an adventure that awaits you around the world or further afield in Australia’s...
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4WD Mountain Sunset Tour

Nature & wildlife tours
Join Noel, the owner and local guide who will ensure your experience is rewarding and unforgettable!Your Sunset tour includes touring off-track through...
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A Guided Fly Fishing Tour

Nature & wildlife tours
Guided fly fishing tour excursion includes:Nine hours of guiding and tuition,All required fly fishing equipment (fly rods, reels, waders, boots, flies,...
Enjoying mountain views and wildlflowers on an easy guided walk in the Alpine National Park

Alpine Discovery Tour (5 days)

Nature & wildlife tours
Relax, breathe in the clear mountain air and enjoy lots of short guided nature walks with Alpine wildflowers at your feet. Discover Victoria's magnificent...
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Alpine Walking in Autumn (5 days)

Walking tours
Enjoy a classic lodge based walking holiday exploring part of the Alpine National Park with Gippsland High Country Tours. You can feel as though you are...

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Wildflowers

Nature and wildlife
Wander the paths of Victoria's national parks and alpine reserves, savouring the scents and beauty of seasonal wildflowers in full bloom.
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Walking and hiking

Outdoor & adventure
Pack a picnic, map and camera and discover Victoria on foot on walking trails close to Melbourne or within easy driving distance of the city.
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Ballooning and scenic flights

Outdoor & adventure
Take to the skies and survey Victoria's landscape from a hot air balloon or scenic flight, or experience the thrill of skydiving or hang-gliding.
Sunset over Whisky beach, Wilsons Prom, Gippsland. Photo by Mark Watson.

Sunset spots

Nature & wildlife
Find a view with a hue and be the envy of all of your Insta-friends at Victoria's top sunset spots overlooking ocean, lakes, plains and desert.