City: Australia
Top Things to do in Australia
Top 10 Valleys in Australia, Australia
Coordinates: 25°S 133°E / 25°S 133°E / -25; 133
Restaurants in Australia
1. Great Western Tiers
2. Healesville Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,063 reviews
Healesville Sanctuary, in the heart of the Yarra Valley, is world-renowned as the best place to see Australian wildlife in their natural habitat. Set in a beautiful natural environment, the Sanctuary offers a place for people and animals to reconnect with nature from creek to canopy, and plays a critical role in saving some of the world's most endangered animals. Explore the 70 acre bushland haven to experience close-up encounters with some of Australia's unique and endearing wildlife, including koalas, kangaroos, wombats, emus, dingoes, birds of prey and platypus. Visitors are also free to explore the Australian Wildlife Health Centre, a working vetinary hospital treating over 1500 orphaned, ill or injured wildlife every year. The expert team shares the journey of animal rescue, rehabilitation and release with the Sanctuary's visitors. Don't miss: Spirits of the Sky: A free flight presentation featuring Australian raptors such as the Wedge Tailed Eagle, and colourful parrot species. Tales from Platypus Creek: Come face-to-face with Healesville Sanctuary's most iconic species in a world-first interactive Platypus show. Observe Platypus as they interact with keepers, play in the water and even enjoy having their tummies tickled! Wade with the Platypus: In this world-first, hands-on experience it will be your turn to be the Platypus keeper. You will have the opportunity to step into the shallow water of the 'Platypus play pool' where it's normally the keeper's job to play, frolic, tickle and feed our little furry friends.
Reviewed By MackMelbourne
The sanctuary is outstanding and brilliant, staff are lovely and passionate, they have an animal hospital there too, saw a koala being cared for, they have dinosaur exhibition until April 2021, fantastic!!
3. Rainbow Valley
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
The main features of the Rainbow Valley area are the scenic sandstone bluffs and cliffs. These free standing cliffs form part of the James Range, and are particularly attractive in the early morning and late afternoon when the rainbow-like rock bands are highlighted. Access is best in a 4WD vehicle due to sandy patches on the access road. Walks and camping available.
Reviewed By Ruby251
We went on a tour and found this to be more enjoyable than Uluru. Th colours of the sunset came through beautifully and the colours in the rocks were fantastic.
4. Hunter Valley
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 95 reviews
Information for Visitors to the Hunter Valley including Accommodation recommendations. The Hunter Valley is one of Australia's most popular wine regions and is located just 2 hours drive North of Sydney. The region has over 140 wineries, 35 restaurants, 5 golf courses and a range of accommodation from 5 star resorts to beautiful self contained holiday homes. Contact Us for information and advice on where to stay and what to do in the Hunter Valley Wine Region.
5. Yarra Valley
6. The Tamar Valley
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 697 reviews
The Tamar Valley, famous for it's cool climate wine, but also it's food and produce, it's natural attractions such as the Tamar Island Wetlands, Narawntapu National Park, Notley Gorge, Brady's Lookout and West Head it's many attractions - Seahorse World, Platypus House, Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Cntre, Grindelwald, Gem & Stone creations, Glengarry Bush Maze and the Rosevears Hotel & Gallery complex. Also home to more than 80 Air BnB listings it's a great base to tour to Cradle Mountain, Bridestowe Lavendar Farm, Derby Mountain Bike trails, Cataract Gorge, Barnbougle Golf Course, local markets, wildlife parks, Treetops Adventure or Launceston's range of fantastic restaurants.
Reviewed By 209allisonw - Brisbane, Australia
We explored the Tamar Valley thoroughly over our week here. Recommend seeing Legana, Exeter, Grindelwald Swiss village - is a must - Beaconsfield, Beauty Point, Greens Beach, George Town, Low Head, - magnificent views of Bass Straight - see the lighthouse, hear the fog horn,- so much to see and do. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the Tamar Valley. Drop in to a few of the many wineries too!!!
7. Tweed Valley
8. Clare Valley
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By Freebie777
Sevenhills is an historic winery and boasts an amazing site. Wines were all very fine and loved the sparkling trialing - ready for Christmas!! Thank you Kath for a patient and informative tasting.
9. The Valley Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 170 reviews
Reviewed By 151nathanm - Adelaide, Australia
Never seen the Valley Lake before, as the Blue Lake is the biggest attraction. Big hard to find, but travel via caravan park road. Seen jet ski and ski boat on lake. Great wildlife park right next door seeing Kangaroos and Wallabies.
10. Valley of the Winds
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 679 reviews
The Valley of the Winds walk lets visitors immerse themselves among Kata Tjuta's domes. Featuring unparalleled views on the spectacular desert landscape, the walk takes approximately 3-4 hours and can be steep and rocky in some areas.
Reviewed By mohapatra09preeti - Melbourne, Australia
The second day of our Outback trip kicked off at 5:30 am ,first stop was to witness the Uluru Sunrise followed by the valley of the winds walk.We arrived at the Kata Tjuta -Valley of the winds car park around 7:30 am and embarked on the famous valley of winds walk - approximately 7 km and we took approximately 3 hours to complete. The initial path of the circuit is bit flat but it has uneven rocks so be mindful while walking. undoubtedly, you will tend to enjoy the amazing 360 degree view of the domes while walking but be cautious as you do not want to stumble. The first stop of the circuit walk was at Karu lookout ,approximately 1.1 km from the car park and was not much challenging to reach there.One important note ,the walking track beyond Karu look out closes when the temperature reaches 36 degrees,so definitely have a check on weather forecast if you are travelling in the months of summer.As we traveled in the month of Aug ,so fortunately we were able to complete the circuit.While walking just follow the small green arrows signs which are present at certain distances placed on pathway ,they act as route navigator. After Karu look out, the hiking is bit challenging however upon arrival at Karingana look out the view is immensely breathtaking .Kata Tjuta consists of 36 sandstone domes and many domes can be clearly viewed from the Karingana look out.you have an option to relax for a while and immerse yourself with the view which is certainly spectacular. The subsequent part of the circuit consists of many descends and ascends with plenty of uneven rocks. The initial portion of this pathway is comparatively narrow and rocky, for about an 100 meters.So just be little watchful while walking .Also,this section of walk was completely under the sun until we reached the Valley of winds walk car park ,so we kept ourselves dehydrated.There is only one place in the whole circuit where we had an option for refilling the bottles ,also medical radio emergency button was available. Essentials for this circuit walk are water (2 liters),shades,cap/hat,sunscreen,good walking shoes,preferable in trekking attire and camera to capture the picturesque scenery . Don't miss out this wondrous walk whilst you are in Outback Australia.
