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Dandenong Ranges Private Nature Day Tour from Melbourne
About This Tour
Get out of the city and spend a relaxing, peaceful day in nature in the beautiful Dandenong Ranges, less than an hour from Melbourne.
Discover majestic ancient forests on a leisurely walk, learn about local flora and fauna, and if luck is on your side, you might even spot an elusive wild Lyrebird. Enjoy a wholesome lunch at a charming local village restaurant. Afterwards, explore the mystical clay sculptures seamlessly blended into the forest at William Ricketts Sanctuary, and visit the Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden showcasing the award-winning Chelsea Australian Garden.
Guided by a local expert, this experience is 100% private to your booking—no strangers, no large tour buses, and no rigid timelines. Designed specifically as an intimate, relaxing day out for couples and small groups.
Discover majestic ancient forests on a leisurely walk, learn about local flora and fauna, and if luck is on your side, you might even spot an elusive wild Lyrebird. Enjoy a wholesome lunch at a charming local village restaurant. Afterwards, explore the mystical clay sculptures seamlessly blended into the forest at William Ricketts Sanctuary, and visit the Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden showcasing the award-winning Chelsea Australian Garden.
Guided by a local expert, this experience is 100% private to your booking—no strangers, no large tour buses, and no rigid timelines. Designed specifically as an intimate, relaxing day out for couples and small groups.
What's Included
✓ Included
- Local guide
✗ Not Included
- Drinks
Itinerary
1
Begin your morning with a peaceful, leisurely walk beneath towering Mountain Ash eucalyptus trees—the second tallest tree species in the world. Stroll through lush, ancient tree-fern gullies, soak in the sights and sounds of the rainforest, and listen for native birdlife like the elusive wild Lyrebird.
2
Pause around midday for a relaxing, wholesome bite at the historic Kallista Tearooms. Nestled in a quiet mountain village, this cozy stop offers a warm atmosphere and local charm to recharge before our afternoon adventures (food and drinks purchased separately).
3
Step into a deeply moving sanctuary setting featuring mystical clay sculptures seamlessly blended into the surrounding rainforest canopy—an evocative cultural experience inspired by Indigenous culture and connection to nature.
4
Explore breathtaking landscaped grounds, including the spectacular, award-winning Chelsea Australian Garden. Showcasing over 400 native Australian plant species, cascading waterfalls, and quiet winding paths, this garden offers a peaceful, scenic stroll through unique Australian flora.
Good to Know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Visit to a cosy restaurant after forest walk