1 Day Grampians Great Escape Tour
- Trip Styles: Budget
Explore mountains ranges, waterfalls and encounter wildlife on this Grampians Tour
Enjoy exploring one of the world’s oldest most spectacular mountain ranges on our Grampians day tour from Melbourne. The area is full of native wildlife, including kangaroos, emus and birdlife, so be sure to keep your eyes open! Travel to the delightful town of Halls Gap & take a stunning walk through Wonderland Ranges. Learn about the fascinating Indigenous culture at the Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre. View the remarkable Jaws of Death, Balconies Lookout and walk to the base of the magnificent Mackenzie Falls.
Journey with us to the Grampians or Gariwerd, one of Australia’s ancient and spectacular mountain ranges. Known as Gariwerd by local Indigenous people. Enjoy the breathtaking views and amazing landscapes. Learn and appreciate the rich Aboriginal heritage. Encounter native wildlife and fascinatingly lush vegetation of the Grampians National Park.
On our Grampians Tour to the National Park, witness the spectacles of sandstone ridges, rugged mountain ranges, panoramic views, picturesque waterfalls, and the bustling plant and animal life. Travel into the heart of the Grampians National Park tour, one of the world’s oldest and most spectacular mountain ranges. Rich in Aboriginal history and culture significance surrounded by an abundance of Australian wildlife, and prepare yourself for some seriously breath-taking scenery.
We visit Brambuk The National Park and Cultural Centre, designed by Greg Burgess, a renowned architect, in collaboration with Gariwerd’s Traditional Owners. Learn about everything Aboriginal and the natural environment of the Grampians. Know more about the 5000 years of history of the Aboriginal people and appreciate the richness of their cultural heritage, arts, and traditions. Listen to the stories and tales of the origins of Gariwerd, the local name for the Grampians.
Enjoy bushland hiking trails with the best lookout views the Grampians National Park has to offer.
Enjoy the breathtaking views and amazing landscapes.
Grampians National Park Wildlife Tour
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Itinerary
Journey with us to the Grampians or Gariwerd, one of Australia’s ancient and spectacular mountain ranges. Enjoy the breath-taking views and amazing landscapes. Learn and appreciate the rich Aboriginal heritage. Encounter native wildlife and fascinatingly lush vegetation of the Grampians National Park. In this Grampians Tour, witness the spectacles of sandstone ridges, rugged mountain ranges, panoramic views, picturesque waterfalls, and the bustling plant and animal life.
Travel into the heart of the Grampians National Park, one of the world’s oldest and most spectacular mountain ranges. Rich in Aboriginal history & cultural significance surrounded by an abundance of Australian wildlife, and seriously breath-taking scenery. Enjoy bushland hiking trails with the best lookout views the Grampians National Park has to offer. One of the world’s oldest and most spectacular mountain ranges, rich in Aboriginal history, and with an abundance of wildlife, the Grampians are sure to leave you in awe. En route to the Grampians stop at the township of Beaufort and enjoy your morning tea.
As you drive through the Grampians your experienced guide will point out our unique wildlife, including kangaroos, emus and a vast array of birdlife and seasonal native wildflowers. Travel straight into the heart of the Grampians National Park to the delightful town of Halls Gap, then off to stretch those legs with a walk through the breath-taking scenic vistas.
You stop for a break in Halls Gap in the heart of the Grampians for lunch (own expense) before a visit to Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre. This Centre brings to life the amazing history, art and culture of the local aboriginal communities. Hike to the remarkable Jaws of Death and Balconies Lookout experiencing majestic views and scenery, featured in the famous Japanese Animation ‘Princess Mononoke’. Then stroll to the base of Australia’s most inspiring waterfall Mackenzie Falls (alternatively Silverband Falls or Beehive Falls). Returning to Melbourne, stopping along the way for dinner (at own expense). Driving Distance: 550km.
- Visit Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre
- Experience wildlife encounters with kangaroos & emus
- Visit Reeds or Boroka Lookout
- Visit McKenzie Falls or Silverband Falls
- Walk out to the Balconies lookout and Jaws of Death
- Guided Bushwalks and hikes
- Explore the town of Hal
Essential things to pack
- Bottle of water
- Sunscreen and hat
- Comfortable walking shoes
- All weather warm cool clothing
- Camera
Important Booking Info
- Due to the nature of the trip, please be reminded that this Grampians National Park Tour is not suitable for children below 8 years old for safety reasons.
- Make sure you are physically fit for this Grampians tour because there will be a lot of nature walks. So be ready with your comfortable walking shoes and water bottle.