Victorian Wildlife and Parks
Trip Details
Head out to explore some of Victoria's premier national parks on this four-day adventure. Meet a Fur Seal colony on Phillip Island, take a stroll though Wilsons Promontory and end up in the Yarra Valley with a glass of wine in hand. Spectacular coastal scenery, mountains, forests and a penguin or three will all combine to make this a rewarding and rejuvenating escape from urban life.
Itinerary
Day 1 Melbourne/Phillip Island
After an early start, head out through Melbourne's leafy suburbs towards Phillip Island. Known for its coastal vistas and abundant wildlife, this island is one of Victoria's premier attractions. Once there, hire a bike or sea kayak to appreciate the stunning surrounds of this place up close. With free time in the afternoon, why not sign up for a surf lesson? At dusk, make time to meet the island's most famous residents, the little fairy penguins, as they return to shore.
Days 2-3 Wilsons Promontory
Granite headlands, mountains, forests and fern gullies all combine to create outstanding Wilsons Promontory. Known to the locals as 'the Prom', this national park is located on the Australian mainland's most southerly point. With two days here, there's ample time to explore this pristine environment. Enjoy a wander along Tidal River at Norman Bay, climb Mt Oberon for unobstructed panoramas, walk through Lilly Pilly Gully or stroll along a beach known for its 'squeaking' sands. Spend both nights here camped out under the impressive constellation of the Southern Cross.
Day 4 Melbourne
Continue on to the Yarra Valley, and the township of Healesville. Nestled between mountains, forests and rolling hills dotted with wineries, fruit and berry farms, this town's location is certainly idyllic. Slip on comfortable walking shoes for a hike in the beautiful Yarra Ranges National Park. Of course, there'll be time to stop at a local vineyard and taste some of the wines famous to this region, before returning to Melbourne.