Nature Tours (or Easy Walking Ecotours)

Imagine, time to immerse yourself in nature, breathe in the fresh air and listen to the quiet of natural world. We think of these easy ecotours as “slow travel”, perfect for curious nature lovers.

Lots of amazing experiences await on these small group ecotours that allow you to discover and learn about nature at a relaxed pace. You can spend the days exploring on easy walks, then return to cosy accommodation every night. Even your meals appear as if by magic on these all-inclusive tours!

Join our friendly and inclusive groups of 4-10 participants. Local guides share their love and knowledge of wildlife, history, wildflowers, birds and much more, so you return home not just refreshed, but better informed.

Mallacoota & Croajingolong in Springtime

4 Day & 3 nights accommodation

Graded: Easy
Walks: Lots of short-medium length easy walks
Focus: Nature, ecology and walking in the coastal environment
Destinations: Mallacoota, Gipsy Point, Croajingolong National Park, Australia’s Coastal Wilderness Landscape

Springtime around Mallacoota at the far east tip of Victoria promises great birdwatching, wildlife experiences and spring wildflowers displays in Croajingolong National Park. Like much of East Gippsland, Mallacoota, Gipsy Point and the surrounding area were impacted by bushfires in the horror summer of 2019-20, so fire impacts will be obvious but nature’s regeneration is fascinating and beauty is returning, if somewhat different to before. Fully accommodated at Gipsy Point Lodge.

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East Gippsland After the Fires Tour

Joint tour with Inala Nature Tours led by 2 specialist nature guides (Jenny & Tonia) 8 Days & 7 nights accommodation

Graded: Easy-Moderate
Walks: Easy-moderate grade walks. A reasonable level of fitness is required.
Focus: Post-fire recovery, wildflowers, nature and wildlife.
Destinations: Snowy River National Park, Croajingolong National Park, Gippsland Lakes

The summer 2019-20 bushfires tore through large swathes of East Gippsland under extreme weather conditions. Jenny is teaming up with Tonia from Inala Nature Tours, to offer a week of nature experiences exploring both burnt and unburnt areas. From Snowy River National Park in the mountains to the Gippsland Lakes and Croajingolong on the coast. Learn about threatened species recovery programs, discover birdlife and spring wildflower displays as well as meeting local wildlife and gaining an insight into how both nature and local communities recover from fire. Add a generous sprinkling of history, a waterfall or two, plus time to pause and soak up breathtaking landscapes for a very rewarding and enlightening week.

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Snowy River Nature Tour

4 Days & 3 nights accommodation

Graded: Easy-moderate
Walks: Lots of short-medium length easy walks include rocky tracks and steps.
Focus: Nature and walking in the Snowy River valley
Destinations: Snowy River National Park, McKillop Bridge, Australian Coastal Wilderness Landscape

Escape to the Snowy River and enjoy nature at its best with waterfalls, forest, rivers and mountains. Wildlife experiences are a regular joy and your local guide will share a deep love of these mountains and valleys, their rich history and the creatures that call them home. Sit quietly, mesmerised by the sound of a waterfall and watch the water splash off the rocks and tumble into pools; what a great way to re-connect with nature. Every night home style meals appear before you like magic in our cosy cottage style accommodation. Now that sounds like a holiday!

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Birds of the Snowy River

5 days & 4 nights accommodation

Graded: Easy
Walks: Lots of short walks at birdwatching pace, some uneven ground and gentle hills.
Focus: Birdwatching
Destinations: Snowy River National Park, Buchan, McKillops Bridge, Deddick

This is a dedicated birdwatching trip to introduce you to the rich birdlife of the Snowy River Valley. The scenery is superb and the birdwatching is rewarding both in the dry rainshadow woodland of the Snowy River Valley as well as other interesting sites we visit.
Fully accommodated in comfortable cottage accommodation, enjoy days filled with observing birds going about their daily activities and discover life in a remote corner of Victoria. A bird list from previous trips is available.

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Gabo Island Discovery Ecotour

5 Day & 4 nights accommodation

Graded: Easy-Moderate
Walks: Easy - Moderate grade walks on minor trails with uneven, surfaces plus untracked walking and some rock scrambling.
Focus: Coastal environment.
Destinations: Gabo Island, Croajingolong National Park, Mallacoota, Australia’s Coastal Wilderness Landscape.

Escape to an island getaway off the far east coast of Victoria. Seen from Mallacoota the low profile of the island is broken only by its lighthouse tower standing proud and tall. This fascinating island is only small, but offers lots of wonderful secrets for curious nature lovers.
We explore on foot, so although there are not steep hills, you need to be reasonably fit. Birds and wildlife, a rich human history and time for solitude make this a refreshing and educational short holiday break.

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Alpine Discovery Tour

5 Days & 4 nights accommodation

Graded: Easy
Walks: Lots of short easy nature walks and wildflower rambles
Focus: Alpine environment, wildflowers and nature experiences
Destinations: Alpine National Park, Dinner Plain Village, Australian Alps National Landscape

Gaze across range upon range of mountains stretching into the distance and at your feet, wildflowers bloom at the peak of the Alpine wildflower season. Touch the smooth trunked snowgums and wander along quiet trails discovering the joys of nature. Your local guide will share stories of history and introduce you and your small group of fellow nature lovers to the fragile ecology of the mountains. At the end of the day discover dark star-filled nights, peaceful bush sounds and relaxing accommodation at Dinner Plain Alpine Village.

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Croajingolong Coastal Ecotour

7 Days & 6 nights accommodation

Graded: Easy
Walks: Lots of short walks in a variety of terrain at a very relaxed pace.
Focus: Wildlife and nature, history, ecology of coastal environment.
Destinations: Croajingolong National Park, Point Hicks Lighthouse, Mallacoota, Gipsy Point, Wingan Inlet, Australia’s Coastal Wilderness Landscape

Relax and discover nature’s wonders along Victoria’s east coast with lots of easy guided walks. Croajingolong National Park with its magnificent wilderness coastline and forested foothills is a delight for nature lovers and you will learn what makes it so special. Birdwatching is excellent in a variety of habitats, you will enjoy a variety of wildlife experiences and spring wildflower displays are amongst the best. Three of the nights are spent at Point Hicks Lighthouse boasting superb ocean views, walks and fascinating history.

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Nature Sounds & Birdsong

5 Days & 4 nights accommodation

Graded: Easy-moderate
Walks: Lots of short nature walks and bush explorations in a variety of terrain
Focus: Learning about nature sounds and birdsong
Destinations: Mitchell River National Park

Discover the richness of the birds’ dawn chorus as the bush awakens, then the variety of nature sounds during the day and at night listen for nocturnal wildlife and owls. Andrew Skeoch from Listening Earth brings his vast experience and enthusiasm for nature sounds to join forces with Jenny on this very special ecotour. We would like to introduce you to the art of listening to the sounds of nature and help you both sharpen your listening skills and learn what nature sounds tell us about various landscapes and what lives in them. A great learning experience.

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Birds of Hattah Kulkyne & Murray Sunset

8 days & 7 nights accommodation

Graded: Easy-Moderate
Walks: Lots of short walks at birdwatching pace, some uneven ground, sand and gentle hills.
Focus: Birds & Birdwatching
Destinations: Mallee and Murray River in NW Victoria, Hattah Kulkyne & Murray Sunset National Parks

This is a dedicated birdwatching trip to discover the very rewarding birdwatching of the mallee environment. Proximity to the Murray River also adds waterbirds to the variety of birdlife. Small group, max 4. You don’t have to be an experienced birdwatcher, enthusiastic novices are most welcome and it is a great way to gain experience and learn more about birds and birdwatching. We will take our time and enjoy watching the birds, not just ticking off lists. A bird list from previous trips is available.

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Flinders Ranges Natural History Tour

10 days & 9 nights accommodation

Graded: Moderate
Walks: Lots of short, easy-moderate walks including uneven/rocky ground and gentle hills.
Focus: Natural History of the Flinders Ranges, Arid Environment
Destinations: Flinders Ranges, Outback South Australia

Discover a rich aboriginal and pastoral history, plants, animals and classic scenery of the Flinders Ranges on this slow pace natural history tour. Take time to explore closely, experience and learn. Enjoy lots of easy-moderate walks, wildlife encounters plus there will be plenty of opportunity for birdwatching.
Fully accommodated and led by a naturalist guide your experience will be all the richer for the things you learn along the way. A bird list from previous trips is also available.

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Errinundra Waratah Weekend / Nature Tour

3 Days & 2 nights accommodation

Graded: Easy
Walks: Touring with lots of short easy nature walks
Focus: Mountains, tall forests and nature experiences
Destinations: Errinundra National Park, Australia’s Coastal Wilderness Landscape

Hidden away deep in the mountains of East Gippsland is the Errinundra National Park. Here hidden secrets await discovery, so join a small group with a local guide to explore this remote corner of Victoria. Enjoy leisurely walks, and plenty of time to birdwatch or sit quietly to absorb the peace of the forests. Tall wet forests of immense trees, wildlife, history and spring wildflowers are all waiting for nature lovers like you.

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