Wildlife Wonders

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Discover Australia’s natural beauty at Wildlife Wonders.

Guided by a conservationist you will encounter unique wildlife living freely in a stunning bushland environment overlooking the ocean. Learn about the ecology of the spectacular Otway Ranges and the current research projects saving the Great Ocean Road’s threatened species.

Wildlife Wonders has Advanced Ecotourism Certification, and 100 per cent of profits support conservation efforts to protect Australia’s threatened species.

The café at Wildlife Wonders also offers light meals and refreshments for the perfect stop along your journey. The Emu Cafe is open daily except for most public holidays, from 9:30am to 2:30pm.

Please check the website for updated tour availability.

Please note that visitors are not permitted to bring pets or other animals into the Wildlife Wonders Sanctuary at any time, including while participating on a tour. Well behaved dogs on leash are permitted in the café courtyard under owner supervision, and working Guide Dogs are permitted inside the Visitor Centre.

Wildlife Wonders
  • ECO Certified (Advanced Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
  • Australian Tourism Export Council
  • Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
  • The Accessible Group Pty Ltd
  • Visitor Information Centre
  • Victoria Tourism Industry Council
  • Cafe
  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Family Friendly
  • Food and Refreshments
  • Interpretive Centre
  • Non Smoking
  • Shop / Gift Shop
  • Free Wifi
  • Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
  • Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
  • Actively welcomes people with access needs.
  • Offer multiple options for booking – web, email, phone
  • Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints
  • Accept the Companion Card
  • Have accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on your website (can be emailed on request)
  • Ask all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met
  • Use floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
  • Use non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting
  • Have grab rails in the bathroom
  • Provide seating in common areas including reception area
  • Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
  • Have a step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
  • Have step free access to restaurant, lounge and bar
  • Have accessible seating areas in theatrette
  • Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked
  • Have a wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room
  • Have at least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high)
  • Modify your cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc)
  • Train your staff to respond to allergic reactions
02/10/2025

Apollo Bay

Wildlife Wonders
475 Great Ocean Road
Apollo Bay, Victoria

Explore around Wildlife Wonders

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Ship Status

Geelong to Devonport ( GEX to DPO )

Schedule Sailing

Check-in times

Est. Departure Time

Est. Arrival Time

September 9th
06:45 pm

4:15 pm – 6:00 pm

06:45 pm
10 Sep, 06:00 am
September 10th
06:45 pm

4:15 pm – 6:00 pm

06:45 pm
11 Sep, 06:00 am
September 11th
06:45 pm

4:15 pm – 6:00 pm

06:45 pm
12 Sep, 06:00 am

Devonport to Geelong ( DPO to GEX )

Schedule Sailing

Check-in times

Est. Departure Time

Est. Arrival Time

September 9th
06:45 pm

4:15 pm – 6:00 pm

06:45 pm
10 Sep, 06:00 am
September 10th
06:45 pm

4:15 pm – 6:00 pm

06:45 pm
11 Sep, 06:00 am
September 11th
06:45 pm

4:15 pm – 6:00 pm

06:45 pm
12 Sep, 06:00 am