DESCRIPTION
The best coastal views and mountain vistas are waiting to be discovered on this Wilson Promontory guided hiking day tour from Melbourne. Along the way enjoy the best local coffee and spectacular scenery as you drive to Wilsons Prom. This day tour is perfect for nature lovers who will be taken on two hikes to ‘The Big Drift’ sand dunes and Mt Oberon where the uphill track leads to breathtaking coastal views.
Our next stop is Tidal River where you can purchase a cheeky ice cream (don’t worry, you’ve earned it) before we head to Squeaky Beach. Here you can wander on the incredibly white rounded grains of quartz which make a squeaking sound giving this popular local beach its name.
Inclusions
- 2 x easy to moderate hikes with a total distance of 12 km.
- Organic fruit and healthy snacks
- Friendly and knowledgeable tour guides
- Entrance to Wilsons Promontory National Park
- VW Caravelle 9 seater with Air Con
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
- Lunch
Itinerary
We arrive at Wilsons Prom and embark on our first hike for the day which takes us through beautiful terrain and emerges to the vastness of “The Big Drift” Wilsons Promontory sand dunes.
Once we return we will take a small drive to the general store for some lunch.
Next, it’s time for our second hike of the day, a 7.8 km return journey to the famous Mt Oberon.
Our next stop is one of our favourites, Squeaky Beach. Here you can wander on the incredibly white rounded grains of quartz which make a squeaking sound giving this popular local beach its name.
Finally, as we are departing the National Park, we will make a stop to see our native furry friends. There is a high chance you’ll see Wombats, Emus, Kangaroos and Wallabies going about their daily business.
Highlights
- Return journey hike to the famous Mt Oberon
- Experience arguably the best coastal views in Victoria
- Two easy to moderate hikes with a total distance of 12km
- Small group tour (max 8 guests) to allow a more personalised experience
- Stop at Tidal River for ice cream before heading to Squeaky Beach
- Plenty of chances to see wildlife including Wombats, Emus, Kangaroos and Wallabies
- Hike through beautiful terrain and emerges to the vastness of “The Big Drift” Wilsons Promontory sand dunes
Time
- Tours depart at 7:05am at Luna Park, St Kilda, Melbourne (Main entrance) and return at 7.45pm
- Tours depart at 7:30am at Undercover Taxi rank between Hamer Hall and the Arts Centre and return at 7.30pm
- Tour operates Monday, Wednesday and Saturday
Duration
- Please allow approximately 13 hours for this experience
What To Bring
- Bottled water
- Cash or credit card for lunch
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
- Layered clothing recommended
- Comfortable trainers or hiking boots
- Swimsuit and a towel for a swim in the ocean (summer months)
Additional Information
- Guests under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult
- Children must be minimum 15 years of age to participate
- Some bush walking experience recommended. (total distance of 10km)
- Tracks may have short steep hill sections, a rough surface and numerous steps
- This trail is Hiking Grade 3 which is recommended for people with some bushwalking experience
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
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! – Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements