As the sun sets over the hills of the Otways, potoroos, bandicoots, pademelons and more are waking up and starting their active nights of feeding and foraging. You can spot them as they emerge for the evening on our Dusk Discovery Wildlife Tour.
Walking with a conservationist guide through the Sanctuary, you will encounter unique wildlife living in a stunning wild environment overlooking the ocean. Learn about the ecology of the spectacular Otways and the research protecting the Great Ocean Road’s threatened species.
On this intimate tour, your conservationist guide will give you exclusive insights into the lives of some of the more elusive and rarely seen animals who call the Otways home, plus spectacular sunset photo opportunities.
This unique Australian wildlife encounter is not to be missed!
Inclusions
- Intimate group walk with a conservationist guide through the Sanctuary.
- Mezze plate of local delights.
- Welcome drink beer, wine, soft drink
- Binoculars are provided to all tour participants
Highlights
- Visit at dusk, when daytime animals are retiring for the evening and night-time animals are emerging.
- Your conservation guide will spot the more elusive animals.
as they move through the sanctuary and share the secrets of the plants and animals that call the Otways home.
- Enjoy a more intimate tour, with a maximum of 10 people.
- Watch the spectacular sunset over the cliffs of the Great Ocean Road.
- Stop at the Research Hub to learn about the current conservation projects.
Time
- Tours operate Wednesdays and Saturdays
- Subject to change depending on daylight hours. Currently, please arrive at 6:15pm for a 6:30pm start.
Location
- Visitor Centre 475 Great Ocean Road Apollo Bay VIC 3233
What To Bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable, enclosed walking shoes. In winter it is recommended to bring a warm jacket. It can rain at any time of the year in the Otway Ranges, so it’s best to be prepared with a rainproof jacket.
Additional Information
Tour information
- This tour requires a minimum of 2 participants in order to operate.
Age Restrictions
- There is an age restriction for this tour of 10 years and over.
Late Arrivals
- The Great Ocean Road is often busy, and travel times can be longer than anticipated. If running late, please call ahead so options can be discussed. All efforts will be made to accommodate visitors on subsequent tours, but this cannot be guaranteed.
Parking
- There is ample parking for visitors. We are able to accommodate campervans, caravans, minibuses and coaches.
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- Offers and inclusions are subject to change without notice.
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 48 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher