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Whether you're looking for an adventure or just want to relax, our tours will provide something that suits your tastes. Whether it be wine country in Victoria's Bellarine or Mornington Peninsula; a day relaxing at the Peninsula Hot Springs, or getting off-grid to French Island before watching the Penguin Parade – Our tours deliver that ‘local feel’ with joy, a sense of fun and absolute quality.
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Kai C
Half Moon Bay, CA1,211 contributions
penguins good itinerary bad
Nov. 2023 • Solo
The five stars are for the driver (a former surfer who used to live on Phillip Island). She did an outstanding job managing a full van and creating an atmosphere that was informative and fun.

The tour program leaves a lot to be desired. The "Moonlit sanctuary" is a glorified petting zoo with a few cages of unhappy-looking eagles, owls and dingoes, a few wallabies and kangaroos sauntering among dead branches surrounding a muddy lake. Access to most facilities was forbidden without a special pass. The stop is useless to anyone who has ever visited an Australian zoo or a real sanctuary a la Currumbin yet takes 1-2 hours. This means that you run out of time for gems like the Woolamai Beach (15 min stay, ridiculous).

The penguins were great.
Review of: Full-Day Penguins and Wildlife Nature Experience from Melbourne
Written 25 November 2023
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Tauranga, New Zealand1 contribution
Mornington Peninsula tour
Oct. 2023 • Couples
Gary, our driver and guide, was excellent. Took us to key highlights on Mornington Peninsula and gave detailed information. We also went on the round ferry trip from Sorrento and visited the craft beer venue T St Andrews Beach. Highly recommend Gary and this tour.
Review of: Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise
Written 24 November 2023
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Gemma K
1 contribution
Incredible
Nov. 2023 • Solo
An incredible day. Highly recommend! The guide was incredible and knowledgeable. I enjoyed the freedom of roaming about. Really well structured tour, full of jam packed fun!
Review of: Full-Day Penguins and Wildlife Nature Experience from Melbourne
Written 24 November 2023
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Danielle A
1 contribution
Great tour and great guide!!
Oct. 2023 • Couples
This was a great tour! Our guide was really nice and even offered to take photos of us at the train station. He also provided lots of information and kept the tour exciting and upbeat. The train ride, forest walk, and sanctuary were all great stops. This is a great tour for all ages. I would highly recommend it!!
Review of: 1 day Puffing Billy Steam Train and Wildlife Tour from Melbourne
Written 22 November 2023
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karencassar10
Blacktown, Australia1 contribution
Mornington Peninsula Sightseeing & Bay Cruise.
Nov. 2023 • Friends
Our tour guide Maigread was awesome. Maigread certainly knew the area well and was friendly and engaging with all of us.
Written 20 November 2023
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exploreaustours
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that Maigread made your tour memorable with her extensive knowledge and friendly demeanor. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to her—she'll be thrilled to hear them! We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure soon.
Written 21 November 2023
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Hannah O
1 contribution
Loved it!
Nov. 2023 • Friends
Matt was amazing! This tour was wonderful. So many great things to see and Matt was so helpful! Plenty of time at the animal sanctuary and one way on the train was plenty!
Review of: 1 day Puffing Billy Steam Train and Wildlife Tour from Melbourne
Written 17 November 2023
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exploreaustours
Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the tour with Matt and the wonderful sights. Your feedback helps us craft exceptional experiences!
Written 21 November 2023
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Hannah W
1 contribution
10/10 Recommend
Nov. 2023 • Friends
Such a fun day! Matt was an amazing guide :) He was a wealth of knowledge and had a great sense of humour.
Review of: 1 day Puffing Billy Steam Train and Wildlife Tour from Melbourne
Written 17 November 2023
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Tin N
1 contribution
Puffing Billy & wildlife tour
Nov. 2023 • Friends
Matt was a gracious tour guide. Recommend the Sanctuary and wildlife tour. Especially the midday bird flight session.
Review of: 1 day Puffing Billy Steam Train and Wildlife Tour from Melbourne
Written 17 November 2023
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Eija H
Geneva, Switzerland7 contributions
Australian penguins
Great local guide who was very knowledgable about the region and animals. She really made a difference with her passion and spirit -thanks again
Review of: Full-Day Penguins and Wildlife Nature Experience from Melbourne
Written 16 November 2023
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Katrin B
2 contributions
Great fun for big kids 😜
Nov. 2023 • Family
Riding Puffing Billy was a unique experience. We had so much fun sitting on the sills. Healesville Sanctuary is an amazing place, we learned a lot from the keepers. Matt was a great guide. We really enjoyed the trip with him.
Review of: 1 day Puffing Billy Steam Train and Wildlife Tour from Melbourne
Written 16 November 2023
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