Come on a journey of discovery to look for iconic Aussie wildlife in their natural habitat.
Come for a morning walk to discover platypus in the creek. Then explore three different habitats, to look for koalas, kangaroos, flying fox and birds. Please note these don’t have to be done on the same day.
Observe Platypus in their natural habitat
It is possible to see Platypus at any time of the day, but our best chance is just after dawn.
We pick you up from your Byron Bay accommodation and drive to the special platypus area. From there we start our 90 minute easy walk along the creek looking for platypus.
Your guide will lead you at a gentle pace, showing you what to look for and sharing insights about this much-loved and quirky Australian animal.
We usually see one or two platypus, loads of birds and sometimes even koala. After watching the Platypus have their breakfast we relax with ours – a picnic by the creek – before returning to Byron Bay.
We can’t guarantee platypus sightings on this tour, but don’t worry. If we don’t see them, we take you on another day, free.
Come with us to see Australian wildlife in the wild – not a zoo or sanctuary.
Our Wildlife Safari takes you to three different habitats near Byron Bay.
You’ll visit eucalyptus forest, rainforest and grassland to discover the animals that live there.
We guarantee you’ll see a koala or two, a mob of kangaroo, a whole colony of flying fox and many species of bird. If conditions are right you may also see pademelon, echidna, tawny frogmouth and water dragons.
You’ll journey in style and comfort, either in our cozy eight-seater hybrid vehicle or our spacious 12-seater bus, depending on the group size for the tour. With an environmental scientist as your guide. For lunch? A picnic of locally-sourced goodness.
Learn to spot the different between a kangaroo and wallaby, or a grey-headed flying fox and a black one.
Along the way you will be amazed at the abundant birdlife. Native hens, ducks and waders; noisy colourful parrots; iconic kookaburra; magpies, currawong and tiny flitting wrens and robin, are just some of the birdlife we see on this tour.
We are an award winning eco-tour company and we are passionate about what we do. As with all our eco tours, it is our goal to observe but not disturb the wildlife. If you want to feed or pat the wildlife, this is not the tour for you.
On this tour we travel to where the animals live so it involves a bit of driving. We start with a 45 minute drive to our first stop and end the day with a 1 hour drive back to Byron Bay. In between there are short drives and walks. Please let us know if you have any special dietary requirements when you book.
Minimum 2, Maximum 10.
We are happy to pick you up from your Byron shire or Ballina shire accommodation
At Vision Walks eco tours, inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome and valued, regardless of their background, identity, or abilities. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, empathy, and understanding, ensuring that all individuals have the opportunity to fully participate in and enjoy our tours and experiences. We actively seek to embrace diversity and celebrate the unique perspectives and contributions that each person brings to our community. Together, let's explore and appreciate the beauty of nature in a space that embraces and respects all.
We accept registered Companion Cards and permit registered assistance dogs on most of our tours, but you must produce the relevant documentation.
If you have any special requirements, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate them. For more information on our commitment to inclusivity, check out our inclusivity policy
