Day Trips from Melbourne to Healesville Sanctuary

Cover two regions of Victoria on this full-day tour from Melbourne. Explore one of the most sustainable native parks in Australia, Healesville Sanctuary. See koalas and kangaroos, and unique species such as platypus. Next, jump aboard a historic steam train, the Puffing Billy. Finish your day by winding through mountain ranges, temperate rainforest and fern gullies.

Experience the scenic Yarra Valley on the Puffing Billy train. This full-day trip takes you through the Dandenong Ranges to Emerald Lake, the Healesville Sanctuary Zoo, and the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery. At the last stop you can enjoy free samples and chocolate shopping. This trip starts and ends near Southern Cross Station in the Melbourne CBD.

Discover Australia’s wildlife and wines on a full-day tour to Healesville Sanctuary and the Yarra Valley. Depart Melbourne and head to Healesville Sanctuary where you get close views of native animals such as kangaroos, koalas, and emus. Continue your scenic drive to the Yarra Valley and arrive at a vineyard for lunch accompanied by a glass of wine. Afterward, tour the winery before moving on to De Bortoli Winery for a wine and cheese tasting.

Make the most of your time in port in Melbourne as you escape the city for a full-day tour of the Yarra Valley. Enjoy a close encounter with iconic Aussie creatures like koalas, kangaroos and emus at the Healesville Sanctuary, then drive to the summit of Mt Donna Buang for a spectacular view over the Yarra Valley. After a treetop walk through the rain forest, indulge in wine tasting at the Wild Cattle Creek Estate before heading back to port.

Step back in time with our exceptional offering: a captivating expedition through the Dandenong Ranges via the iconic Puffing Billy steam train. Envelop yourself in the enchanting rainforest, relishing panoramic views and invigorating air as the historic locomotive winds through a one-hour odyssey from Belgrave to Lakeside. But that's not all – post-ride, immerse yourself in an intimate wildlife sanctuary rendezvous. Interact firsthand with Australia's treasured fauna, from cuddly koalas to bounding kangaroos and majestic raptors. Elevate your journey beyond ordinary sightseeing; embrace history, nature, and cherished encounters all in one extraordinary experience.

Skip the hassle of driving or navigating public transport and enjoy two of Victoria's greatest attractions: Healesville Sanctuary and the Phillip Island penguin parade. This full-day tour from Melbourne takes you down the coast in a comfortable air-conditioned bus and gives you time to explore Healesville Sanctuary at your leisure before heading to the Dobbies Centre and Phillip Island.

This tour gives the perfect balance between wildlife, stunning scenery, amazing wines and excellent food. This is a private tour led by a guide with over 20 years experience in tourism and wine education.