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.
Hanging Rock, Daylesford & the Macedon Ranges. Photo by Ben Savage.

13 spectacular natural wonders in Victoria

Features
Visit enormous rock formations, ethereal pink lakes or enchanting caves — all of these natural wonders are right here in Victoria.
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.
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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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Skull Rock with Wilsons Promontory Cruises

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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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...
Exploring red gum forests along the Murray river

Australian Bush Delights - Hattah Lakes Half Day Tour

Tours
Murray Offroad Adventures' Hattah Lakes Tour is a half day tour of Hattah/Kulkyne National Park. Travel in comfort to experience this internationally listed...
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Australian Wildlife Experience at Healesville Sanctuary

Nature & wildlife tours
Wander through a stunning bushland setting with an expert ranger who will share stories of unique and unusual native wildlife.Your ranger will get you...
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Australian Wildlife Tour at Melbourne Zoo

Nature & wildlife tours
Journey through the Australian bush at the Melbourne Zoo. In this exclusive experience you will have morning access to Melbourne Zoo before it opens to...
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Bindaree School Camp

Nature & wildlife tours
From single day adventures to multi-day programs, whether your students are new to the outdoors or looking to extend their outdoor skills, the team have...
Close encounters with the Australian Koala at Moonlit Sanctuary, Mornington Peninsula

Boutique Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Tour

Coach tours
This Phillip Island day tour showcases two incredible regions coupled with gourmet food, local produce and Australian wildlife encounters. The peninsula...
Britannia Creek Caving Adventure

Britannia Creek Caving Adventure

Nature & wildlife tours
Explore the underground wonderland of Britannia Creek Cave and see the earth from a totally different perspective. Enter into a subterranean river system...
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Buchan Caves Guided Tours

Nature & wildlife tours
A guided tour is the only way to see the awesome caverns of Buchan Caves. Tours are available everyday, except Christmas Day. Tickets can be purchased...

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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.
Reeds Lookout, Grampians, Victoria, Australia

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.