Local Connections: Kangaroos, Koalas & You Yangs Park

5.5 hours | Melbourne | M E L - 2 1 0
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Includes snack, Moderate activity

Description

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Departing from your ship, you'll board a motorcoach bound for bushlands of Victoria's Western Plain as you travel to your first stop, the Serendip Sanctuary.

This 618-acre sanctuary is an excellent example of the open grassy woodlands and wetlands of the volcanic Western Plains. These environments provide the perfect introduction to Australia's unique wildlife and indigenous culture, and a great place to also enjoy a spot of tea and a biscuit (cookie or pastry). Then, see and walk amongst kangaroos in large free ranging groups. Spot emus, wallabies, koalas and other unique Australian wildlife while your naturalist guide provides the introductions and offer a wealth of information.

After you walkabout with the 'roos, you'll return to your motorcoach for a short ride into the Brisbane Ranges National Park and the eucalyptus forests of You Yangs Regional Park.

The name You Yang comes from the Aboriginal word 'Wurdi Youang' meaning 'big mountain in the middle of a plain'. Not only is this the home to more than 200 bird species, but you'll also find a large population of wild koalas throughout the many eucalypts. (Eucalyptus is a koala's major food source.) Kangaroos, wallabies, possums and sugar gliders live in this natural bush setting, too. Be sure to visit the koala conservation area and get to meet a few of the charismatic marsupial participants.

Then, it will be time to return to your motorcoach, as your tour concludes with a relaxing, scenic return back to your ship, having met some of the quintessential Aussie natives.

Special Notes:

Sightings of animals even though frequent are not 100% guaranteed, as the animals are in their own habitat.

Due to fire danger no smoking is permitted on this tour. Guests should wear comfortable shoes and light long pants are recommended. Please bring a bottle of water.

This tour is only offered on transit calls. It is not offered on full turnaround day.

Child Price:

12 years & under only

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Depart from ship for a guided tour of Serendip Wildlife Sanctuary and You Yangs National Park

Transport type:
Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity:
42
Travel time:
01:00
Time at site:
03:00
Inside visit:
Yes
Air conditioned:
No
Walking distance:
440
Steps:
5
Wheelchair accessible:
No
Restroom available:
Yes
Photo/video restrictions:
No
Photo/video opportunity:
Yes

Re-board your motorcoach and return to your ship

Transport type:
Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity:
42
Travel time:
01:00