Imagine exploring the Australian rainforest at night, searching for nocturnal wildlife without disturbing them with a torch? Arguably one of the best uses for military technology found to date. Our Night Vision Bushwalk is a truly unique experience! Explore the tastes, sights and culture of the Byron Shire on the Byron Sensations Tour. Go bushwalking in the amazing Nightcap National Park on the Rainforest Day Walk. Tel: +61 (0) 2 6685 4159
QLD>Atherton Tablelands>YungaburraAlan`s Tours let you experience the rainforest and surrounding country side with informative commentary. In 8 hours of birding you can expect to see 80 species of birds. Fewer may be seen if time is spent chasing the rare ones. By doing the full day Naturalist Tour plus Nocturnal Tour you can expect four to five species of kangaroo, platypus, two possum species, butterflies and fifty different birds in a variety of habitats. Tel: +61 7 4095 3784
QLD>Atherton Tablelands>AthertonWe specialise in interactive wildlife presentations featuring native birds of prey. Our mobile shows are educational and fun! We aim to promote conservation through connection - connecting people to the natural world by providing close encounters with Australian animals. Get up-close to eagles, falcons, owls and other animals. Public shows: Atherton Birds of Prey Show at Atherton Chinatown and Mark`s Aussie Animal Show at Cairns Esplanade. Tel: 07 4091 6945
QLD>Tropical North>AurukunAurukun Wetland Charters invite you to join us on the magnificent waterways of Aurukun and the Wik and Wik Way people. The vessel MV Pikkuw provides comfortable accommodation from which to gain a close encounter with this natural environment with a wide variety of birdlife, plants and reptiles. The Aurukun Wetlands, one of Australia`s largest wetland areas covering 1.1 million hectares, of wonderful wetland habitats in Northern Australia.
QLD>Brisbane>McDowallDolphin Safaris provides a small personalised day trip tour that offers the unique opportunity to hand feed the rare Indo Pacific Humpback Dolphins in the coastal districts of Tin Can Bay and Noosa. Starting the day at about 5.00am in Brisbane, the tour heads north to the Sunshine Coast, TinCan Bay, Rainbow Beach, Noosa, Noosa National Park where you might see koalas. Heading home, we should arrive back home at about 4.00pm. Tel: +61 (0) 7 33530093
QLD>Bundaberg>BundabergJoin a Footprints Turtle Tour to one of the most important turtle rookeries in the southern hemisphere. Spend an evening under the stars as you witness the life cycle of this endangered marine animal. From early November to late March, giant female turtles return to Mon Repos beach to lay over 100 eggs in the dunes. Later, their tiny babies erupt from the warm brown sand and scurry to the awaiting ocean. Tel: +61 (0) 7 4152 3659
QLD>Atherton Tablelands>YungaburraOn Tinaburra Wildlife Sunset Cruise, Yungaburra, come along and admire all at sunset, a glass of champagne in hand! The quiet electric motor allows you to observe the wildlife close up. Lake Tinaroo has a coastline of 209 km, with a varied flora; tropical rainforest, wetlands, forestry plantations, and grasslands. See a complex habitat for a myriad of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians and the famous platypus. Tel: +61 (0) 0417 646 088
NSW>Lord Howe Island>Lord Howe IslandMake the most of your time on this World Heritage Island by taking a fully guided tour of: # Remote rocky coves # Seabird colonies # Unique marine life # Enchanting rainforests # Scenic vistas # Rare bird habitats. On each tour we look in detail at all aspects of the natural history of Lord Howe Island - flora, fauna, geology, marine life, ecology and human systems. Each day we walk to a different part of the Island. Tel: +61 (0) 2 6563 2447
NSW>Snowy Mountains>IngebirahSet in the pristine Snowy Mountains about 30 km south of Jindabyne, Snowy Wilderness adjoins the Kosciusko National Park and is 7,200 rugged acres of pure wilderness offering luxurious eco-friendly accommodation, brumby watching, horse riding tours, fly fishing, quad biking, 4WD touring, trekking, camping, delicious fine dining cuisine, and friendly hospitality. Snowy Wilderness is where The Man from Snowy River comes to life. Tel: +61 (0) 2 6457 9700
TAS>Hobart>CambridgePar Avion Wilderness Tours specialises in flights and tours to the South West World Heritage National Park. We have developed a range of tour options including full and half days tours and bushwalking services to Melaleuca, including drop off and pick up. Par Avion have been providing a reliable air service to Melaleuca for over 20 years. Par Avion also flies to Flinders Island, from Hobart, Launceston and Moorabbin (Victoria) airports. Tel: +61 (0) 3 6248 5390
SA>Eyre Peninsula>Baird BayAlan and Patricia Payne run this family owned business where you can swim with, or just come along and watch, the resident colony of Australian sea lions and pod of Bottlenose dolphins. Imagine a place where two of nature`s most beautiful creatures can be seen in the wild, to interact with you, play, communicate and show you how they live - welcome to Baird Bay on the Eyre Peninsula. Your wetsuit and snorkelling equipment are supplied. Tel: +61 (0) 8 8626 5017
SA>Murraylands>Swan ReachBig Bend by Night is a nature based tourism business on a family farm in Swan Reach. Australian Native Animals abound on our property and you can see Kangaroos, Wombats, Bats and Owls on our unique Spotlighting Tours (cameras only!) All tours are conducted in a `laid back fashion` and you are driven around our property in a purpose built covered wagon. Come and enjoy a real Australian wildlife experience! Tel: +61 (0) 8 85701 097
SA>Eyre Peninsula>Port LincolnGoin` Off Safaris showcases the very best secrets of South Australia`s untouched Eyre Peninsula, where you can interact with marine life in its natural environment. Goin Off Safaris provides you with these amazing experiences: * Cage swim with Great White Sharks of the Eyre Pensinsula * Swim with and feed farmed Southern Bluefin Tuna off Pt Lincoln. * Play with the incredibly friendly Sea Lions and resident Dolphins in Bairds Bay. Tel: +61 (0) 8 8687 7480
TAS>North Central>LauncestonLaunceston is an ideal base to discover the many natural and historic attractions of the Tamar Valley without fuss or frenzy. A wine and food lover`s paradise, it`s made for losing yourself - in exploration, romance and adventure, by land, air, river or sea. Regular tours include Cradle and Caves Big Day Out, Cradle Free Time, Lavender and Sparkles, Winery Trail and Vineyard Lunch and Wine and Waterfall Trail. Tel: +61 (0) 3 6394 3212
TAS>Bruny Island>LunawannaInala Nature Tours offers personalised birdwatching and wildlife tours of Bruny Island and Tasmania. Our specialist guides have detailed knowledge of the flora and fauna of Tasmania, and provide ecologically-friendly and educational experiences of a high standard, using specialist guides with a high level of knowledge, who have the ability to present the information in an interesting manner. Priority is placed on maximizing the clients` tour experience. Tel: +61 (0) 3 6293 1217
QLD>North Central>Low HeadLow Head Penguin Tours offer penguin watching tours at Low Head, at the mouth of the Tamar River, the tours offer a fascinating insight into the Little penguins (also known as Fairy penguins) making their nightly journey to their burrows. The tour is operated along environmentally sensitive lines to ensure the penguins are not disturbed. Learn about the Little penguins and how most retain the same mate for life. Tours run each night just after sunset. Tel: +61 (0) 418 361 860
TAS>East Coast>BichenoBicheno Penguin Tours takes you to see fairy penguins at dusk on Tasmania`s east coast. The nightly evening tours offer a rare and thrilling chance to visit a private rookery. You can watch the fairy penguins (also known as the little penguin) emerge from the ocean and head for their homes. The tour lets you get close to the penguins without disturbing their nightly journey. Bookings are essential. Tel: +61 (0) 3 6375 1333
SA>Kangaroo Island>ParndanaKangaroo Island Wilderness Tours provides a unique nature and wildlife experience that is recognised worldwide. Our local guides will take you on a unique journey of discovery. They will surprise you with their knowledge and do it all with a sense of fun and enjoyment. Our range of flexible 4WD tours includes: Wilderness South Tour, Nature 4WD Tour, Explorer 4WD Tour, Island All Over 4WD Tour, Private Charter Tours. Tel: +61 (0) 8 8559 5033
SA>Adelaide Hills>MylorPlatypus Eco tours offers you the chance to see and photograph platypus in a natural environment at the Cumbungi Sanctuary in Mylor in the beautiful Adelaide Hills. This sanctuary has been designed to preserve the platypus and other endangered Australian native wildlife. Come on a twilight Platypus Eco tour and you will be amazed at how closely you can view this amazing animal as the platypus begins its evening feeding rituals. Tel: +61 (0) 8 8370 8628
SA>Adelaide>JoslinSince pioneering shark cage diving over 40-years ago, Rodney Fox and his son Andrew have been at the very forefront of human interaction with Great White Sharks. Join the `Princess II` for the world``s ultimate shark adventure. Tours depart Port Lincoln and travels to the famous Neptune Islands, which continues to be the very best place in the world to see and photograph Great White Sharks. You can see sharks in our special submersible cages. Tel: +61 (0) 8 8363 1788
SA>Adelaide>NairneSA Nature Tours is home of the `Private Adventure Tours in Comfort`. We offer specially tailored tours for the discerning visitor, wishing to see the Australian Outback (Flinders Ranges and Northern South Australia) in a peaceful, leisurely manner, without the stress associated with the larger organised coach tours. You will be travelling in our very own, comfortable 4WD vehicles, and we pay particular attention to your needs. Tel: +61 (0) 8 8388 695
TAS>North West>MarrawahKings Run is a coastal property south of Marrawah, Tasmania bordering the Southern Ocean. Evening tours explore the natural values of this 830 acre property. Tour includes birdwatching, flora, history and nocturnal wildlife. Advance bookings essential. The former pasture areas are now a marsupial lawn grazed by large numbers of wallaby as well as wombat and bandicoot as well as Tasmanian Devils and Spot Tail Quolls. Tel: +61 (0) 3 6457 1191
TAS>North East>ScottsdalePepper Bush Adventures offer luxury wildlife tours with the Quoll Patrol being a favourite experience. Tour through unique wilderness areas and enjoy a 5-course gourmet campfire bush-tucker dinner, and wildlife spotting on private acreage. Sit and watch while sipping on a glass of cool climate wine and you may see - bandicoot, wallaby, eastern quoll, wombats, possums, echidna, spotted tail quoll, devils, platypus. Tel: +61 (0) 3 6352 2263
QLD>North Central>George TownSeal and Sea Adventures takes visitors to the seal colonies on Tenth Island, Bass Strait, which are made up of about 600 Australian fur seals and about 60 breeding pairs of New Zealand fur seals. You can snorkel or scuba dive with the seals and a shark shield device can be provided. You can also charter the boats for diving or fishing trips in Bass Strait, along the coastline as far as Bridport or to Flinders Island. Tel: +61 (0) 3 6382 3452
TAS>North West>StanleyDarryl and Heather, your hosts, offer short, personalized cruises to view the wholly protected Australian fur seal. Leaving from the pontoon at the fisherman`s dock, the 80 minute scenic cruise takes in spectacular views of the Stanley Nut, the unique township, the old pioneer cemetery and Godfreys Beach. The destination is Bull Rock, a non-breeding ground or haul-out, 600 m offshore.
TAS>Hobart>KingstonWilderness Adventure Tasmania leads guided walking experiences in Tasmania`s wilderness - making this world renowned landscape accessible to all. From strolling along hidden beaches on Bruny Island to climbing rugged mountain peaks in the South West Wilderness, we can lead you there. Celebrated photographer, bushwalker, mountaineer and adventurer Richard Bennett will personally plan and organise your itinerary. Tel: +61 (0) 3 6229 2559
WA>South West>ManjimupWelcome to Peter Taylor`s Birding South West! Birdwatching tours designed and conducted, primarily in the South West region of Western Australia but also in other parts of Australia by request. These range from half-day tempters right through to fully accommodated 16 day expeditions as well as personalised tours. The South West region of Western Australia is home to more than 250 bird species, 13 of which are endemic. Tel: +61 (0) 8 9772 4788
WA>Peel Region>BunburyBunbury-Ferguson Valley Tour - Enjoy the scenic trip into the beautiful valleys of the Ferguson Hills, boasting views to the ocean from your comfortable 12 to 20 passenger, air conditioned vehicle. During the full day tour take in 7 Ferguson Valley attractions including intimate and corporate wineries, breweries, taste cheeses, see galleries and or hilarious Gnomesville. Enjoy lunch at a winery, taste the wild foods of Australia. Daliy tours from Bunbury, Australind and Eaton. T: +61 (0)
NSW>Northern Rivers>Lennox HeadByron Bay Wildlife Tours is Byron Bay`s original eco-tour dealing specifically with the viewing of Australia`s unique mammals, birds and reptiles in their natural environment. A typical wildlife tour includes viewing red necked, whiptail wallabies, red-necked wallabies, a flying fox colony, kangaroos, koalas, water dragon`s (summer), whales and dolphins (June-Oct).
Vic>Melbourne>Port MelbourneThe best way to get to know Australian animals and birds is IN THE WILD - in natural bushland close to Melbourne or in the wilderness areas of south east Australia. Come and see wild Kangaroos, Koalas, Emus, Cockatoos and Wallabies with us! Echidna Walkabout provides tours that are ideal for small groups of travelers - See # Savannah Walkabout # Australian Fur and Feathers # Great Ocean Road # East Gippsland # Combined itineraries # Group Tours.
VIC>Bellarine Peninsula>Ocean GroveThe Geelong Otway region is one of the best birding areas in Australia, attracting bird watchers and other nature enthusiasts from around the world. Join us for a personalised introduction to the wide range of birds, flora and fauna that inhabit the diverse habitat types within this region. We`ll take you to areas off the beaten track in our roomy, air conditioned 4WD minibus with very comfortable seating and large windows for viewing.
Vic>Melbourne>MelbournePenguin Island Tours provides a service that is unique and memorable for all tourists alike. Our aim is for travellers to explore experience and embrace the beauty and wildlife of Phillip Island. The people at Penguin Island Tours understand that tourists are what make our business. As such, we provide a service with warmth, understanding and a great deal of professionalism to all customers. We will go that extra mile to ensure that all facets of the tour are a success.