Small-Group Grampians Great Wildlife Escape Day Trip with Hiking
Overview
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12 hours 30 minutes
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Spend a full day visiting the heritage-listed Grampians National Park, famous for its natural beauty and Aboriginal rock art. Get spectacular views from Boroka Lookout, Reed Lookout and Balconies Lookout; cool off at MacKenzie Falls; browse the displays at Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre; and take easy hikes through gorgeous landscapes. You're bound to see native Australian wildlife, maybe even kangaroos bouncing around.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A minimum moderate level of fitness is required to complete the walks.
Limited storage space on our vehicle, baggage kept to 1 x 5-7kg day bag per person.
Child fare prices apply from 6 to 12 years old. This tour is not suitable for children 5 years old and under, due to the nature and walking involved.
Autopia Tours reserves the right to alter the route or itinerary schedule during seasonal weather fluctuations and/or during park closures.
Please ensure you have checked the average temperatures for the time of year you are travelling and have packed adequate clothing.
What To Expect
Melbourne
Leaving Melbourne city at 7:30am, we head out on a nature based adventure to the Grampians National Park.
En route to the Grampians stop at the township of Beaufort and enjoy your morning tea.
Options
Grampians Tour
Soft Adventure Touring: A moderate level of fitness is required to complete the walks. Duration: 12 hours: Departing Melbourne at 7:35am N/A Mitsubishi Rosa (24-seater): This vehicle makes moving people easy, safe, and comfortable. With high back seats and large windows for unobstructed views.
What‘s Included
Australian wildlife sightings, guided bush walks (2 hours in total)
Admission to Grampians National Park
Experienced local driver guide to assist you throughout the day
Air-conditioned mini-coach travel, small group touring experience
Comprehensive live commentary in a fun and social atmosphere
Meals not included, guests will have an opportunity to support locals and buy lunch along the way.
Hotel transfers pre/post tour itinerary to a nominated pickup point.
Travel insurance is highly recommended
Personal expenses
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
165 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing time!
Sophie v,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We saw Emu’s, plenty of kangaroos and some cute wallaby’s! Kiwi is a very knowledgeable and amazing guide and his explanations during the tour made it only so much better. Had a great time and 10/10 would do it again!
A Perfect Day Exploring the Grampians
894prathameshk,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our Grampians trip with Autopia Tours was absolutely amazing! From stunning views to great company, everything was perfect. And Joel? He’s a legend! Super funny, full of energy, and kept us entertained the whole way. Honestly…he made the trip 10x better. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
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hanyul2026,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing view at Grampian. Friendly tour guide. Nice experience overall:)
An Australian Gem trip
grainne1p,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely loved my day trip with Sam our very attentive, entertaining, interesting and knowledgeable guide. This tour had views, beautiful lookouts snd nature💕I met Emus, Cockatoos and Kangaroos in their natural environments. The day flew!
Best guide ever!
D9363WPfionaw,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Kiwi is the best guide ever! He is so nice, considerate, and knowledgable. However, we are disappointed about the trip itself. I think the main reason to go on this trip is to go to the waterfalls and hiking. Unfortunately, the waterfalls have been closed down for construction reason, which I totally understand the situation. But we didn't get any notification about that until we were on the bus. We should be informed ahead of the trip to see if we still want to go or have alternatives regarding date or routes. It's unfair to pay in full but end up with half trip. Kiwi handled this situation as best as he could. Again, he is very nice and tried to make it up to us. We really appreciated it.
Consider ROI
I2829XSjudya,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The trip started around 7:35am and ended around 7:45pm. Total driving roundtrip was about 6hours. Spent about 3 hrs at the park. The views are amazing but 3hrs is not enough considering how many hours are spent on the road. Consider the ROI before doing the trip.
My trip to the Grampians...
Rachel O,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My trip to the Grampians was absolutely brilliant - a very long day but most definitely worth it. Our guide, Lauren, was fun, friendly and very knowledgeable, sharing stories and information about places we passed through and stopped at and making sure we had all needs catered for, from tea, coffee, Tim Tams and toilet stops, to driving us around to find emus and kangaroos. The amount of time given at the stop-off points felt just right: the Cultural Centre, Halls Gap, Mackenzie Falls, The Balconies and Boroka Lookout, each with their own scenery and features. The Grampians also feel like a less busy place than some of the other tour destinations, and while I know I contribute to the numbers, it's sometimes hard to enjoy something fully when you're surrounded by hundreds of others! There were a lot of solo travellers like myself, but I always felt like I was part of the group and it was great to chat to people from all around the world. Thank you for a great day.
Trip to Grampians and Mackenzie Falls
Tapaswi B,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our trip to the Grampians and MacKenzie Falls was incredible. The hike down to the falls was a total leg-day workout I didn't sign up for, but the views made me forget I couldn't feel my calves! Our guide, Joe, was the absolute MVP. He’s basically a walking encyclopedia of local facts, but way more fun to be around. Even when we were running late (oops!), Joe had the patience of a saint and never rushed us. Honestly, a tour is only as good as the guide’s sense of humor, and Joe delivered. 10/10—would definitely let Joe lead me into the wilderness again!
Great trip all around!
christianfZ5040GA,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing time with our guide Joe driving us through the mntains and accompanying us on the hikes. We even saw kangaroos and emus and the way back up from the McKenzie falls surely earned us some dinner 😉 Great trip all around!
Stunning views, but tour slightly disappointing
Helen M,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00If you have a car, no guide is required and you can easily do the 2 short walks and 2 lookout points independently quicker than the 4.5h in the Grampians. We were picked up at the Grampians Tourist information centre at 11am, so didn’t get any information from the guide before this. Almost immediately after the initial 1k walk, the tour stopped for lunch for an hour. Grampians Tourist Information Desk extremely helpful, providing maps and advice. No stop at the cultural centre as advertised.
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