Koala, Kangaroo & Cultural Experience
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Animal experience hosted by David
3 hours
Includes tickets, transportation, equipment
Up to 4 people
Hosted in English
What you'll do
Come and experience the Outback Australian Bush, only an hour train ride from downtown Melbourne. On my very personal & intimate experience you will meet the most friendliest kangaroo in the world, her name is Jo & she is AMAZING! Feeding time for our wildlife is in the morning, so get in quick as it sells out fast! On my morning & afternoon experience, you will have a once in a lifetime opportunity to have a photo with a koala and get up close to wallabies, emus, wombats & more. Learn about the Australian indigenous culture, including a private lesson on how to throw a real boomerang! This experience is ideal for families, groups, solo travellers & anyone seeking an authentic Aussie Adventure! It includes exclusive VIP access only available on my experience at both the Aboriginal Cultural Centre & Koala Sanctuary.
WILDLIFE & BEACH COMBO:
Why not pack your beach towel & explore the coastal town of Torquay and its world famous beaches following your Wildlife Experience? For only an additional $50 AUD per person. Contact David before booking to add the combo.
INSTAGRAM:
See all my photos @kangaroojacktours
ACCOMODATION:
Why not add an overnight stay to your Wildlife Experience? Stay at my private ‘Airbnb Beach Escape Apartment’ located at the start of the Great Ocean Road. Book here: www.kangaroojacktours.com.au
WILDLIFE & BEACH COMBO:
Why not pack your beach towel & explore the coastal town of Torquay and its world famous beaches following your Wildlife Experience? For only an additional $50 AUD per person. Contact David before booking to add the combo.
INSTAGRAM:
See all my photos @kangaroojacktours
ACCOMODATION:
Why not add an overnight stay to your Wildlife Experience? Stay at my private ‘Airbnb Beach Escape Apartment’ located at the start of the Great Ocean Road. Book here: www.kangaroojacktours.com.au
Come and experience the Outback Australian Bush, only an hour train ride from downtown Melbourne. On my very personal & intimate experience you will meet the most friendliest kangaroo in the world, her name is Jo & she is AMAZING! Feeding time for our wildlife is in the morning, so get in quick as it sells out fast! On my morning & afternoon experience, you will have a once in a lifetime opportunity to have a photo with a koala and get up close t…
David's commitment to safety
This host committed to Airbnb’s COVID-19-related safety and cleaning guidelines—including adhering to social distancing guidelines, practicing good hygiene, and ensuring that all participants wear a mask.
Guidelines created with World Animal ProtectionLearn more
What's included
- 289 Reviews
- Identity verified
G'day, my name is David, but my friends call me 'Kangaroo Jack'. Why? Well for starters I work at the zoo, so I'm always around cuddly animals, however what is even more unique is I literally have a pet kangaroo... What? Are you serious? Absolutely, her name is Jo & she is AMAZING! Having grown up on the Victorian Surf Coast, I have a ton of knowledge of the local area, indigenous culture, native wildlife & secret spots to visit that only the locals know about. Previously, I have also spent time working in America for the Walt Disney Company. I want my guests to have a magical experience on the Great Ocean Road with an authentic Aussie, combining my passion for wildlife & environmental conservation. I'm LGBTIQ friendly & everyone is welcome on my experiences, so as my best mate Mickey Mouse would say "I hope to see you all real soon!"
G'day, my name is David, but my friends call me 'Kangaroo Jack'. Why? Well for starters I work at the zoo, so I'm always around cuddly animals, however what is even more unique is I literally have a pet kangaroo... What? Are you serious? Absolutely, her name is Jo & she is AMAZING! Having grown up on the Victorian Surf Coast, I have a ton of knowledge of the local area, indigenous culture, native wildlife & secret spots to visit that only the locals know about. Previously, I have also spent time…
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Meet over 300 kinds of animals, from alpacas to zebras.
Where you'll be
Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre: The centre provides an introductory into the cultural history of the Wadawurrung traditional land owners and a native wildlife experience. The centre has a cafe and gift shop that guests can purchase authentic indigenous souvenirs.
Jirrahlinga Koala & Wildlife Sanctuary: The sanctuary is Victoria's best kept secret, offering my guests the once in a lifetime experience of seeing a baby koala & kangaroo up close.
Jirrahlinga Koala & Wildlife Sanctuary: The sanctuary is Victoria's best kept secret, offering my guests the once in a lifetime experience of seeing a baby koala & kangaroo up close.
Rated 4.97 out of 5 from 289 reviews.
David was wonderful. The animals were so special. The experience was a fabulous highlight of my Australia trip. I was continually impressed with how knowledgeable David is with the wildlife and indigenous cultures. His friendliness and sense of humor also made the experience fun and entertaining. I highly recommend it!
David was wonderful. The animals were so special. The experience was a fabulous highlight of my Australia trip. I was continually impressed with how knowledgeable David is with…
The trip is perfectly prepared. A very cordial and competent guide, great commitment to nature protection. Small group, which was favourable for establishing contact. A unique place. It's really worth visiting Koala, Kangaroo & Cultural Experience. I recommend! Thanks David :)
The trip is perfectly prepared. A very cordial and competent guide, great commitment to nature protection. Small group, which was favourable for establishing contact. A unique plac…
I really appreciate that the booking was kept despite my being the only participant that afternoon. I also appreciate that the host is a volunteer donating most of the proceeds from these excursions to care for wildlife.
Everything we did was based on the availability of different animals and attractions, but David got me into see and interact with animals that other tour groups could not get into, if they were available. I don’t think you should go to Victoria without doing this tour if you want to see or learn about Australian animals or indigenous culture.
I’ll also note that while the train ride was longer for me, the host made it super easy to get there!
I really appreciate that the booking was kept despite my being the only participant that afternoon. I also appreciate that the host is a volunteer donating most of the proceeds fro…
What an amazing day!! We were blown away by this experience. We had very high expectations from previous reviews and they were totally exceeded. David has so much knowledge to share and being able to get up close and personal with such beautiful animals was a truly once in a lifetime experience. Worth every penny - in fact, it felt like a bargain, getting to see and learn so much in a small group of four. Thanks for everything David! X
What an amazing day!! We were blown away by this experience. We had very high expectations from previous reviews and they were totally exceeded. David has so much knowledge to shar…
Things to know
Cancellation policy
Any experience can be canceled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase, or at least 7 days before the experience starts.
Government ID
You’ll need to take a picture of yourself that matches the photo on your ID. This is so Airbnb can confirm who’s actually going on the experience. You’ll only have to do this once.
Guest requirements
Up to 4 guests ages 4 and up can attend.
More tips
Email me at kangaroojacktours@gmail.com for special offers for families with children and groups of 5 or more people.
What to bring
* Australian Dollars (cash): If you would like to purchase authentic Australian souvenirs, food & drinks at the cafe and for tips/gratuities.
* Peak Season: During the months of October to April, please remember to be sun smart and wear a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses (casual attire eg: shorts, t-shirt and a light sweater) as the mornings can be chilly before becoming hot.
* Peak Season: During the months of October to April, please remember to be sun smart and wear a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses (casual attire eg: shorts, t-shirt and a light sweater) as the mornings can be chilly before becoming hot.