Ecotourism
Victoria has a diverse wealth of natural attractions, found in landscapes ranging from desert, mountain, alpine and coastal to riverine and rainforest. Victoria also has the greatest biodiversity, relative to land size in Australia.
Look for ecotourism and nature tourism certification when selecting tourism businesses that operate on public land. Certified product is backed by a commitment to best practice ecological sustainability, natural area management and conservation, and the provision of quality experiences and high levels of environmental and cultural interpretation in the natural environment.
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Architect-designed 4-star accommodation set in the foothills of Mt Abrupt. Experience the wonders of eco living in a peaceful Grampians setting. Borders the Dunkeld golf course.
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Our Park offers an alternative to the hustle and bustle of a seaside resort. We are located at the foot of the Otway Ranges close to the Otway Fly Tree Top Walk, waterfalls, rainforest and ocean beaches. Our park provides caravan and camping sites, as well as self contained cabins.
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Grampians YHA Eco-Hostel is a ground-breaking eco-hostel that incorporates many features designed to protect and complement the natural environment of the Grampians. The award winning hostel features modern, state of the art facilities to make your stay in the Grampians most enjoyable.
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One cabin, 15 acres, abundant wildlife and endless beaches. This unique, advanced ecotourism retreat is ideal for couples or small groups and only two hours from Melbourne.
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Quality accommodated walking holidays. Walk from one B&B to the next, while your luggage is moved ahead. Guided or self-guided trips include the Great Ocean Walk, Great Alpine Walk and Grampians Traverse.
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Located on the Great Ocean Road, between Lorne and Anglesea. Offers the beach and bush riding, with a variety of horses for experienced and novice riders.
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Experience the Great Ocean Walk and stay in a purpose built sustainable walking lodge exclusive to bothfeet walkers. All meals, transfers, day pack and weather proof jacket included.
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Integrating beautifully with nature the Cape Otway Centre for Conservation Ecology offers guests wonderful accommodation, superb dining and exquisite surroundings in the wilderness setting of the Otways, hosted by the Prime Minister's Environmentalist of the Year.
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Award-winning, environmental tours in the Yarra Valley, Dandenongs and the Ranges. We are the Night Walk Specialists, so come and join us on a fun and educational tour to learn about Australia's fascinating wildlife.
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Eco tours that focus on enjoying nature, organic foods, sustainability, wildlife history and culture. Depart from Stony Point (Mornington Peninsula) and Cowes (Phillip Island).
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Quality eco tours and walks through High Country and East Gippsland national parks and wilderness. Guides explain the local ecology and history as you experience alpine wildflowers, forests of towering trees and more.
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Taking you deep into the Goldfields region of Victoria, tours are a blend of eco-tourism and gold rush heritage. Experience gold rush towns, taste fabulous wines, and discover the natural beauty of this region.
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Personalised tours and adventures to discover extraordinary landscapes, wildflowers and wild native animals.
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Quality, fully-inclusive, guided walking holidays in Victoria. Highly qualified leaders share a wealth of experience, cultural insight, nature and history of each area. Gourmet meals included.
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Trail horse rides ranging from 2 hours to multi days through the Victorian High Country as seen in 'The Man from Snowy River' films. Catering for all level of riders.
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Choose from an extensive selection of diverse day, evening and overnight tours including tours of historic Huts and mining areas.
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You'll never forget a vist to the Australian fur seals and Bottlenose dolphins in Port Phillip Bay. Watch on board our luxury 70-foot cruiser or swim with these amazing creatures.
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Active animal conservation program in the spectacular Grampians National Park with a park ranger/researcher to monitor nationally vulnerable and endangered native wildlife.
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An all-seasons park, Mount Buffalo has sheer cliffs, imposing granite tors, tumbling waterfalls, snow gums and stunning wildflowers.
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See Little Penguins waddling ashore to their burrows at sunset and koalas in the treetops, and be charmed by historic Churchill Island. Phillip Island Nature Park, yours to discover naturally.
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Experience the spectacular formations of Buchan Caves. Formed by underground rivers cutting through limestone rock, the formations are created by rain water seeping through cracks and dissolving some of the limestone.
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Join a tour into the night-time world of native animals including dunnarts, bettongs, quolls and owls. Daytime tours also operate and a cafe overlooks the wetlands and grazing kangaroos.
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The Australian Wildlife Health Centre at Healesville Sanctuary is the perfect place to understand conserving Australian species through rescue, rehabilitation and release of wildlife back into community.
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