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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

“The Great Ocean Road and the 12 Apostles are spectacular!! We were really lucky with the weather, it was such a beautiful day!! I was in awe of the beauty of the coastline, there were so many amazing viewing platforms and the 12 apostles just…”

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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

“Great tour, plenty of stops for coffee and food. Graeme was a wealth of knowledge and made sure we were at each place early enough to not miss views.”

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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

“Prepare for very long day with something like pickup at 11:25 am and drop off after midnight. (Exact times vary by hotel.) Sitting in outdoor seating area for penguin match in mid-January was very cold & windy— dress accordingly!! Excursion Read more”

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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

“Not as expected… first of all, it was freezing, my first time in Australia, thought it’s their summer time.( would have appreciated, if advised to wear warmly prior to the trip) It was freezing cold, after 10 minutes viewing at the bleachers, goRead more”

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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

“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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11.From Melbourne: Puffing Billy Train & Penguins Wildlife Tour

Discover the charm of Victoria with a full-day tour from Melbourne featuring Puffing Billy's scenic steam train ride and the adorable Penguin Parade at Phillip Island.

★ 4.8

“Our guide Mark was excellent. He managed our time well, offered lots of interesting information and was a pleasure to be around for the day. Doing the Puffing Billy and Penguins in one day was convenient and worthwhile. Penguin Parade was the highlight. Premium package…”

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13.From Melbourne: Penguins and Wildlife Nature Day Tour

Discover Australian wildlife on this 12-hour Melbourne day tour, from Moonlit Sanctuary to the Penguin Parade, with expert guides and stunning views.

★ 4.7

“It was a perfect tour. Loki was a super funny and informative aussie guide (reminded me of ozzy men reviews :D ). Definitely recommend. Never too much, not boring and also not too stressful. Perfectly balanced. We were lucky to pet the back of a…”

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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

“Great time at the zoo. Loved seeing the dedicated Zookeepers and veterinarians Care for the elephants. The Compassion and trust says it all. Well done, Melbourne zoo!”

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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

“This tour exceeded our expectations. Healesville Sanctuary provides the opportunity to se local fauna up close. The winery tastings pairs well with the provided lunch and cheese platter. Highly recommend this tour.”

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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