ECHIDNA WALKABOUT
Tel: (03) 9646 8249
Fax: (03) 9681 9177
http://echidnawalkabout.com.au/
In small groups this naturalist guided ecotour gives you quality time to learn about wildlife and enjoy the wide open spaces of Australia. Get close to kangaroos, koalas and abundant birdlife. Our special Koala Research Project ensures that we often have multiple sightings of these delightful creatures in the wild. A delicious bush lunch is included.
Venture into 'real Australia' to discover a rich Aboriginal heritage. Learn about native animals and plants both in the famous open-range grasslands of Serendip Sanctuary on the Western Plains and in the bushlands of the You Yangs Regional Park.
Within easy reach from the centre of the city of Melbourne, these environments provide the perfect introduction to Australia's unique wildlife and indigenous culture. See and walk amongst Kangaroos in large free ranging groups. Spot emus, wallabies, koalas and other unique Australian wildlife and enjoy a delicious bush lunch.
The You Yangs Ranges are home to a large and healthy population of wild koalas and we rarely miss out on multiple sightings of these delightful creatures. During your journey your guide will share with you the great significance of the Western Plains to Aboriginal people.
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Time starved and looking for an escape from the daily grind? Going walkabout in Australia is a time to refresh and rebalance. All you need is one week in Australia.
Australia's cities - Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane are bite-sized tastes of the whole country, where the people make it easy to enjoy the limitless adventure found in this naturally beautiful land.
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- It's closer than you think... a meal, a couple of movies and a sleep. With direct flights on Qantas from LAX into Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, flying to Australia from the west coast of America is only 14 hours, largely the same as flying to Europe.
- The people of Australia make it easy to enjoy adventures you may not have considered. Australia is their playground. Their generosity, freedom and inventiveness will have you exploring in no time.
VISITING MELBOURNE
Australia's second-largest city, Melbourne is a vibrant centre with a bucketful of style. The city is noted for its labyrinth of laneways boasting hidden bars, eateries and designer shops, world-heritage gardens, performing arts, museums and galleries. It's also sports-mad, being home to world-famous sporting events such as the Melbourne Cup, Australian Open Tennis and the 2011 Presidents Cup golf tournament.
Things to do:
- Hot air balloon flight over the city.
- Laneways tour (sommelier, shopping, or bar tour).
- Animal spotting day trip. See koalas and kangaroos in the nearby bush.
- Take a tram ride tour through the city.
- Wander Federation Square... a modern marvel of architecture, museums and restaurants all in one central city centre meeting spot.
- Watch a sporting match... AFL, tennis, Rugby League, Melbourne Cup... like a local.
The following are good day trip or city add-on options:
Yarra Valley
- Wine tasting, and learn about the workings of a winery at a cellar door
- Walk amongst Australian wildlife at Healesville Sanctuary
Philip Island/Mornington Peninsula
- Penguin Parade at Philip Island
- Visit a working Australian farm
- Wine taste in boutique wineries or ride through the vines
Great Ocean Road Drive
- Surf lesson at Bells Beach.
- Helicopter tour of the 12 Apostles ocean rock formations.
- Great Ocean Walk.
Accomodations provided by:
GRAND HYATT MELBOURNE
123 Collins Street
Melbourne VIC 3000
Tel: (03) 9657 1234
Fax: (03) 9650 3491
Contact: Sonia Lefevre
www.melbourne.grand.hyatt.com
The Grand Hyatt Melbourne Hotel is located at the top end of prestigious Collins Street in the heart of Melbourne's central business, shopping, theatre and restaurant district and is within walking distance of many of Melbourne's tourist attractions. The hotel has an extensive range of facilities to capture the imagination and requirements of all guests.
