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15 Best Melbourne Wildlife Tours

The wildlife days within reach of Melbourne: wild koalas on the You Yangs’ eucalypts, kangaroo mobs at dusk and sanctuary visits where the rescue work is the story. Wild sightings beat enclosures and these tours know where to look.

1.From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour

Discover the stunning coastlines, native wildlife, and iconic sights of the Great Ocean Road on this full-day tour from Melbourne, guided by local experts.

Most Popular★ 4.7

“Great day out to see a beautiful coastline and amazing views. Our guide Theo was brilliant from the start. A local man that was passionate about what we were seeing and brought insights and an Aussie sense of humour. It’s a long day but worth…”

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2.Penguin Parade, & Wildlife Encounters Eco Tour from Melbourne

Discover Phillip Island’s wildlife, beaches, and penguins with this full-day Eco Tour from Melbourne—featuring wildlife encounters, scenic stops, and the iconic Penguin Parade.

★ 5.0

“Bob, our driver, was a great guide and went out of his way to create a memorable experience: friendly, inclusive, knowledgeable, and just plain fun to spend the day with. He took our photos when asked with humor and kindness. I highly recommend this tour.…”

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3.From Melbourne: Penguin Parade, Koalas & Kangaroos

Discover native wildlife, coastal scenery, and the famous Penguin Parade on a full-day tour from Melbourne, with expert guides and authentic Australian experiences.

★ 4.5

“Very amazing trip! the tour guide Charlie is very friendly, humble , and explain very detail to us. very worth the money đź©· very recommend with the wine and hop tours”

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6.Phillip Island Penguins & Wildlife Day Tour from Melbourne

Discover Victoria’s wildlife on a full-day tour from Melbourne to Phillip Island, featuring penguins, koalas, seals, and scenic coastal views—all at a great value.

★ 5.0

“Michael was such a great guide; very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. He kept us on schedule for such a long tour. The coastal stops had breathtaking views and a chance to wade in the water. Loved seeing the animals at the animal sanctuRead more”

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

Experience Phillip Island's wildlife including the famous penguin parade and cuddly koalas on this full-day Melbourne tour packed with stunning scenery and expert guides.

★ 5.0

“We had a wonderful experience on the guided bus tour to Phillip Island with our guide Cray. The tour was very well organized from start to finish, making it a relaxing and enjoyable day without having to worry about driving or planning logistics. Our guide…”

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

Discover Phillip Island's wildlife, stunning vistas, and penguin parade on this full-day guided tour from Melbourne, balancing nature, fun, and value.

★ 4.5

“The tour was well organised and John did a great job in helping us to get the best experience out of the group. It was a busy holiday season and full of visitors from different countries. The weather was perfect for the penguins but not…”

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9.Werribee Open Range Zoo: Entry Ticket

Explore Werribee Open Range Zoo with a guided safari, diverse wildlife, and natural habitats just outside Melbourne. Perfect for families and wildlife lovers.

★ 4.5

“Our tour leader Warren is fun and friendly. He will make sure everyone of us get to see what we need to. And, he has a very good photo taking skill.”

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10.From Melbourne: Puffing Billy Steam Train & Wildlife Tour

Discover Melbourne's natural beauty on this 8-hour tour featuring a scenic steam train ride through Dandenong Ranges and close encounters with Australian wildlife.

★ 4.7

“We had a great experience on this tour. Alan, our guide, was fantastic. He was so friendly , informative and witty! The trip to the sanctuary was great, especially the bird show and the trip on Puffing Billy was a highlight of our whole holiday!…”

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

Discover Australia’s wildlife on a full-day tour to Phillip Island, featuring koalas, seals, and the famous penguin parade—all from Melbourne.

★ 4.6

“Jacob was an awesome guide, lots of funny jokes. the trip over and back was smooth. lots of pictures. please listen to the rules for the penguin parade, lots of tourists ruined it for everyone else by standing and trying to take pictures. don't be…”

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14.Melbourne Zoo General Entry Ticket

Discover the highlights of Melbourne Zoo with this comprehensive review. Learn what to expect, what’s worth seeing, and tips for a memorable visit.

★ 4.0

“Beautiful family friendly zoo! Our kids loved seeing all the animals and playing in the many small play areas located throughout the zoo. Snap the QR code at the entrance to get the digital map available to navigate throughout the zoo. Very well organized. The…”

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15.Yarra Valley Wildlife & Wine Day Tour with Healesville Sanctuary

Discover native Australian wildlife, enjoy delicious wine tastings, and savor a scenic day at Healesville Sanctuary and Yarra Valley vineyards with this full-day tour.

★ 5.0

“It was a fabulous day and we learned so much! Paul is an excellent tour guide and a wealth of knowledge. We thoroughly enjoyed the Sanctuary and saw so many of Australia’s native animals. The wineries he took us to were excellent and the lunch…”

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More Melbourne Wildlife Tours

4.9Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & Wildlife Tour for Backpackers1 day$91 4.9Yarra Valley Foodies Tour with Chandon and Kangaroo Safari!7 hours$123 4.5Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles kangaroo & koala tour$56.66 4.5Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Trip with Koala Conservation Reserve Visit$111.17 4.51 day Puffing Billy Steam Train and Wildlife Tour from Melbourne$157.08 5.0Yarra Valley Foodies Tour with Chandon & Kangaroo Safari!$125.52 5.0Boutique Great Ocean Road, wildlife and Rainforest Experience$178.59 5.0Small-Group Grampians Great Wildlife Escape Day Trip with Hiking$111.17 4.6From Melbourne: Phillip Is Penguin Parade & Koala Reserve$107 4.0Werribee Open Range Zoo General Admission Ticket$40.88 4.5Grampians National Park with MacKenzie Falls and Kangaroos$96.83 4.5Phillip Island Penguin Parade, Wildlife and Beach Boxes Bus Tour$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 4.8From 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 5.0Yarra Valley Wine & Wildlife – Private Regional Tour$767.45 5.0Phillip Island Wildlife Cruise and Penguin Tour from Melbourne$118.35 4.0Australian Experience at Werribee Open Range Zoo – excl. entry$42.32 4.2From Melbourne: Werribee Open Range Zoo & Werribee Mansion7 hours$102 5.0Puffing Billy Train and Penguins Wildlife Tour$164.25 5.0Shore Excursion Melbourne, Sights, Kangaroos, Koalas Lunch & Wine$286.90