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1 day Puffing Billy Steam Train and Wildlife Tour from Melbourne | 8 hours 30 minutes

141 Reviews | Melbourne
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1 day Puffing Billy Steam Train and Wildlife Tour from Melbourne
2 Adults x $128.64
$257.28
Approx Total
$257.28

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Arabic, Hindi, German, Vietnamese, Korean, Portuguese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish
  • 1 hour train journey on Puffing Billy Steam Train
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entry into Wildlife Park
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Lunch is available to purchase on the day at a local cafe
  • Coffee, tea or beverages are available to purchase from a local cafe.

Overview

Step back in time with our exceptional offering: a captivating expedition through the Dandenong Ranges via the iconic Puffing Billy steam train. Envelop yourself in the enchanting rainforest, relishing panoramic views and invigorating air as the historic locomotive winds through a one-hour odyssey from Belgrave to Lakeside. But that's not all – post-ride, immerse yourself in an intimate wildlife sanctuary rendezvous. Interact firsthand with Australia's treasured fauna, from cuddly koalas to bounding kangaroos and majestic raptors. Elevate your journey beyond ordinary sightseeing; embrace history, nature, and cherished encounters all in one extraordinary experience.

Itinerary

  • Grants Picnic Ground

    Pause for a delightful break at Grants Picnic Reserve in Sherbrooke Forest. Wander amid majestic Mountain Ash, & lush fern gullies. Encounter vivid rosellas, galahs, cockatoos, and perhaps a lyrebird.

    20 minutes

  • Puffing Billy Railway

    Enjoy a 1-hour steam train journey on Puffing Billy through lush rainforests, embracing the time-honored tradition of dangling your legs out of the train.

    1 hour

  • N/A

    Wander through the new Lakeside Visitor Centre, a cultural hub with top-notch facilities, and grab a bite to eat (own expense) at the modern cafe.

    45 minutes

  • Healesville Sanctuary

    Encounter the fascinating Australian wildlife up close and personal at Healesville Sanctuary Wildlife Park

    1 hour 30 minutes

  • Yarra Valley

    Scenic drive through the Yarra Valley from Lakeside to Healesville Sanctuary.

    1 hour

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

October 25100% refund
October 26No refund

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  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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4.7

141 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
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    114
  • 4 stars
    21
  • 3 stars
    0
  • 2 stars
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Showing 1-5 of 114 reviews with 5 stars

Puffing Billy

Published on Feb, 2025

Amazing value for money. Our guide Jerry was very good. Plenty of Irish craic from him. He was very knowledgable and a good driver. Our trip had to be re schedualed and it was delt with very well.

Ridin the puffn

Published on Feb, 2025

Great fun with the old steamer. Great scenery on the track. The museum was great as well. I am writing to meet the minimum letter content

1 day trip Puffy Billy & Healsville Sanctuary

Published on Jan, 2025

I took my fiancee and her parents for a day trip with Explore Australia, it was a complete worth it experience! The bus trip with Lachie was enjoyable, he is very informative and makes the trio even funnier with his personality and jokes. The Puffy Billy train was very cute, so amazing, my mother-in-law cried (of joy) multiple times as it is absolutely wonderful. Finishing with the Healesville sanctuary where you can see wildlife with such a proximity with the animals and in a more cage-free environment. It is worth to do trust Mr. Thanks Lachie ☺️

Puffing Billy Train and Healesville Sanctuary Tour

Published on Jan, 2025

The tour was fun. Matt was very accommodating and informative. The drive was just right on time. He gave us enough time at each stop.

Thanks Lockey, best time!

Published on Jan, 2025

Lockey was incredible, gave us a lot of recommendations and fun facts and the tour itself was great, saw plenty of animals and if you can, highly recommend the bird show at the sanctuary!! Puffin billy was also great with stunning view and a fun memorable experience! Best day in Melbourne, highly recommend!!

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