DESCRIPTION
Embark on a scenic journey through Yarra Bend Park, one of Melbourne’s most treasured natural spaces, where history, culture, and wildlife come together along the banks of the Yarra River. This guided walk invites you to slow down, reconnect with nature, and explore the rich stories woven into this iconic landscape.
As you make your way through riverside trails shaded by native bushland, you’ll encounter the mesmerising sight of over 50,000 flying foxes roosting high in the trees. Discover their vital role in the local ecosystem and the conservation work that helps protect them in this important sanctuary.
Your path then leads to Dights Falls, a place of cultural and historical significance. Learn about its importance for the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people, and how this site has evolved through time, from Indigenous meeting place to early industrial development.
The journey culminates at the Abbotsford Convent, a magnificent heritage-listed precinct known for its layered history and vibrant creative energy. Begin your visit with a cake and a drink* at the beloved Convent Bakery, where you can unwind with a drink or snack in a charming, historic setting. Then, explore the site with your guide, discover its past as a former convent, and witness its transformation into a thriving hub of art, community, and wellbeing.
Tour Inclusions:
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Guided walk through Yarra Bend Park
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Observation of Melbourne’s flying fox colony
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Cultural insight into Dights Falls’ First Nations significance
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Refreshment at the Convent’s Bakery (selected cake and drink included)
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Guided visit of the National Heritage-listed Abbotsford Convent
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Pickup and drop-off from a central Melbourne CBD location
Tour Details:
- Group Size: 10 participants (small group)
- Walking Duration/Distance: 2.5hr 8km
- Walking Level: Beginner, Easy, Grade 2 (includes sections with uneven terrain)
- Convent Visit Duration: 1 hour
- Total Tour Duration: 3.75 hours (timing may vary depending on the group’s pace during the walk)
*selected cake and drink to choose from upon arrival
