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Dandenong Ranges Private Nature Day Tour from Melbourne

4.9 (72 reviews) 7 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Dandenong Ranges Private Nature Day Tour from Melbourne

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration
7 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–5
Guide
English
Operated by
Awaken Tours

What is included

Included

  • Included: Local guide
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Not included: Drinks
  • Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

  1. Dandenong Ranges National Park

    one hour

    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. Kallista

    one hour

    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. William Ricketts Sanctuary

    one hour

    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. Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden

    45 min

    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.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • City East Motel
  • Collingwood Accommodation Melbourne
  • Royal Derby Hotel
  • Southern Cross Botanica
  • Clarion Suites Gateway
  • City Square Motel
  • Pegasus Apart'Hotel
  • Brady Hotels Central Melbourne
  • Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank By IHG
  • Clocktower Apartment Hotel
  • Apartments on Flemington
  • Best Western Melbourne City

and 123 more pickup points

Pickup time is 9.30 AM.

Direct door-to-door pickup is included for all accommodation within the Melbourne CBD (City Centre).

Please provide your hotel name and address when booking. I will be in touch prior to your tour date to confirm your pickup details and timing.

Using your ticket

  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • Appropriate clothing based on weather
  • Bottle of water
  • Camera

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

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

Options

  • Couple

    Pickup included

  • Group of 4 people

    For 4 guests

    Pickup included

  • 3 People

    For 3 guests

    Pickup included

  • Group of 5 people

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

4.9 out of 5 · 72 reviews
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