WILD Wombat and Kangaroo Day Tour, All Inclusive

The real prize here is time with wild wombats and kangaroos at sunset, not a quick stop at a zoo. You walk through the Southern Highlands as the animals come out to feed, with a good chance of seeing wallabies, echidnas, bats, and other native species along the way.

I like two things right away: the scenic route gives you waterfalls and broad coastal views before the wildlife portion, and the all-inclusive setup keeps the day simple. Snacks, drinks, a pie stop, and pub dinner are covered. The main drawback is the length. At 10 hours and 30 minutes, with several hours on curving roads, this is a serious day out.

Key points to know before booking

• Wildlife comes after sunset: Plan on more than an hour walking in the Southern Highlands, where wombats and kangaroos are seen in their natural surroundings.
• Dave and Damon set the tone: Both guides are described as funny, careful drivers who explain Australian wildlife and help with photos.
• Two waterfalls are included: Carrington Falls and Fitzroy Falls add strong scenery, though some people may prefer more time with animals.
• Food is built into the price: Expect Australian snacks, Robertson pies, drinks, and dinner at a historic pub.
• The group is capped at 19: The small bus format makes it easier to ask questions and receive help.
• Pack for changing conditions: The tour depends on good weather, and rain has occurred on tours that still continued successfully.

Why the wildlife portion is worth the long day

Many Sydney wildlife trips are short, fixed stops. This one takes you well beyond the city and gives you a proper evening in the bush. That matters because wombats and kangaroos are not performing on a schedule. You need time, patience, and a guide who knows where to look.

The main wildlife walk lasts about two hours. As daylight fades, you may see kangaroos grazing or moving across the open ground, while wombats come out to forage. The experience is appealing because the animals are not being fed for visitors or kept behind a barrier. You watch them behaving on their own terms.

Past sightings have included large numbers of kangaroos, around a dozen or more wombats, wallabies, echidnas, flying foxes, fruit bats, and sulphur-crested cockatoos. Exact sightings can never be guaranteed in nature, but this tour is built around returning to areas where the animals are regularly found.

You should follow the guide’s directions and keep a respectful distance. The appeal is seeing the animals in a real setting, not touching them or calling them closer. Dave and Damon also take photographs for the group, which is useful when low light makes your own phone camera struggle.

Sublime Point starts the day with a coastal view

The first stop is Sublime Point Lookout on the South Coast. From the cliff edge, you get wide views across the coast and surrounding country. The stop lasts about 20 minutes, so think of it as a brisk orientation stop rather than a long walk.

This is a good opening because it quickly shows how far Sydney’s city streets are from the day’s quieter setting. You get fresh air, a dramatic lookout, and time to take photographs before settling into the vehicle for the inland drive.

The cliff setting also means you should take care near the edge and stay on the marked viewing area. The tour information describes the lookout as being about 1,400 feet above the coast, so the view is the star here, not a demanding hike.

Macquarie Pass brings forest and winding roads

The drive through Macquarie Pass National Park takes about an hour. The route passes through temperate eucalyptus forest, with changing views as the road climbs and bends inland.

This section gives the tour its road-trip character. You are not simply being delivered to a wildlife enclosure. You are crossing national park country and watching the scenery shift from coastal outlooks to forest and highland roads.

There is a practical tradeoff. The roads are curvy, and one person specifically advised taking motion-sickness treatment if you are prone to nausea. Bring water, sit where you feel most comfortable, and use the scheduled stops to get out and reset.

The small bus helps the trip feel more personal than a large coach excursion, but it does not shorten the drive. Expect several hours in the vehicle over the full day. The guides keep the ride active with commentary, questions, humor, and wildlife sightings when something interesting appears beside the road.

Robertson Pie Shop adds an easy Australian lunch stop

At Robertson Pie Shop, you have about 30 minutes for lunch. The stop is built around award-winning savory pies, with classic and less familiar fillings available.

A pie shop may sound simple, but it fits the day well. You get a quick, distinctly Australian meal without losing too much time from the national parks and wildlife. The food is also included in the all-inclusive approach, so you do not have to search for lunch while keeping up with the group.

This is not a long café break. If you want a slow sit-down meal, you may find the timing tight. If you like trying local food and getting back on the road, it is an efficient stop.

Carrington Falls offers a short forest walk

Carrington Falls is reached by a peaceful walk through tall eucalyptus forest. The waterfall drops more than 300 feet into the canyon, giving you a strong scenic payoff for a stop of about 30 minutes.

The walk is one of the more active parts of the day, but it is described as a stroll rather than a demanding hike. You have time to view the falls, take photographs, and enjoy the forest without turning the tour into a full walking excursion.

The stop can also produce bonus wildlife. Sulphur-crested cockatoos have been seen here. The forest setting is a useful reminder that the tour is not only about the headline animals. You are moving through several habitats, and each can bring a different sight.

Fitzroy Falls supplies a second waterfall viewpoint

Fitzroy Falls is the other major waterfall stop, in Morton National Park. The viewing area looks toward a large drop framed by sandstone cliffs and forest.

The visit lasts about 30 minutes. The views are attractive and easy to photograph, but the timing may not suit everyone. One practical issue is that the visitor center may be closed by the time the tour arrives, especially on a late-running or seasonal schedule. The waterfall viewpoint itself remains the reason for the stop.

If you have already seen many waterfalls, you may feel that one would have been enough. That is the clearest itinerary tradeoff. The two falls add variety and scenery, but they also use about an hour that could otherwise go toward a longer wildlife session.

The Southern Highlands is the main event

The wildlife section lasts around two hours, making it the longest stop of the day. It takes place as the sun sets, when kangaroos and wombats are more active.

This is where a guide’s local knowledge matters most. Dave and Damon point out animals, explain what you are seeing, and help the group get into a good position for photographs. Their style is informal and engaging, with plenty of humor mixed into the information.

You should not expect a guarantee that every animal appears on cue, even though the tour is sold around guaranteed wildlife sightings. Nature is still nature. The useful part is that the tour gives you a long time in a known wildlife area rather than a rushed five-minute stop.

The wombats are a particular draw. They may wander close to the walking area without paying much attention to people, but that does not mean you should approach or touch them. Watch quietly and let the animals choose their path.

The open setting can also make the group feel social. Solo visitors have found the small group easy to join, and the guide helps people talk to one another during the day. If you are traveling alone, this is a friendly format without the pressure of a large bus.

Pub dinner closes the food side of the tour

Dinner takes place in Robertson at a historic Australian pub and lasts about 45 minutes. The menu includes familiar pub meals such as chicken parmigiana and fish and chips, with three choices available according to the information provided.

The portions are described as generous, and the meal gives you a proper break after the wildlife walk. It is also a better finish than asking everyone to buy food independently after a long day in the bush.

The pub stop is not a fine-dining experience, nor is it meant to be. It is hearty local comfort food in a traditional setting. If you want a polished restaurant meal, adjust your expectations. If you want a filling dinner and a taste of everyday Australian pub culture, it fits the tour nicely.

Snacks are supplied throughout the day. Previous menus and offerings have included meat pies, chips, nut bars, cookies, soft drinks, and water. The exact selection may vary, but the important point is that you should not need to carry a full day’s food.

A ten-minute star stop gives the day a quiet finish

The final stop is a short stargazing pause in the Southern Highlands, away from city lights. It lasts about 10 minutes, so it is a quick look rather than a formal astronomy session.

Still, it is a thoughtful ending. After a full day of driving, waterfalls, wildlife, and dinner, stepping out beneath a darker sky gives you a calm final moment. The guide may point out constellations in the Southern Hemisphere, depending on the conditions.

Cloud, rain, and timing can affect what you see. Treat this as a bonus, not the main reason to book.

What the all-inclusive price really covers

At $178.59 per person, the tour is not a cheap transfer to the countryside. It is a full-day package with transport, national park viewpoints, waterfall visits, wildlife guiding, food, and a small group capped at 19 people.

The value is strongest if you would otherwise need to hire a car, plan a route through several national parks, find the wildlife area, arrange dinner, and drive back after dark. You also avoid paying separately for many small meals and snacks during the day.

The value is weaker if you only want to see kangaroos, dislike long drives, or already have easy access to the Southern Highlands. You are paying for the whole combination: coastal views, forest roads, two waterfalls, wildlife, food, and a guide who manages the day.

The guides also provide useful extras, including umbrellas, jackets, drinks, phone chargers, and group photographs. These details do not replace good planning, but they can make a long outdoor day easier.

How the small group changes the experience

The tour carries no more than 19 people, which is small enough for a more personal feel but not intimate in the way a private tour would be. You can ask questions without shouting across a coach, and the guide can help with photos or translation when needed.

Dave is often praised for his humor, clear explanations, photography, and thoughtful hotel drop-offs. Damon receives similar praise for safe driving, wildlife knowledge, and looking after individual needs. The guide on your date may be either one, so do not book expecting a particular person unless the operator confirms it.

The vehicle is described as clean and comfortable. That matters here because the day includes substantial driving. The tradeoff is simple: a comfortable small bus improves the journey, but it cannot change the fact that this is a long route.

Who should book this Sydney wildlife tour

I would choose this tour if you want a broad Australian day rather than a single wildlife stop. It suits first-time Sydney visitors, solo tourists, couples, families, and anyone who wants a guide to handle the driving and timing.

It is especially good for you if:

• You want wombats and kangaroos in a natural setting.
• You enjoy scenic drives and short walks.
• You like having meals and snacks arranged in advance.
• You are happy to spend much of the day outside the city.
• You appreciate a guide who mixes facts with jokes and photo help.

Think twice if you have limited time in Sydney, suffer badly from motion sickness, or prefer a slow pace at each stop. The itinerary is full, and the wildlife walk takes place at dusk, when weather and light can change quickly.

Booking includes a mobile ticket, and most people can participate. The tour runs only with suitable weather and a minimum group size. If poor weather or low numbers cancel the trip, you are offered another date, another experience, or a full refund. You can also cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time.

Should you book it?

Book this if your main goal is real wildlife plus a full countryside day, and you do not mind a long ride. The combination of wombats, kangaroos, waterfalls, pub food, and stars gives you far more variety than a basic animal-spotting outing.

I would skip it if you want a short, city-based activity or if two waterfalls feel like one stop too many. For the right pace, though, this is a strong-value way to leave Sydney behind and spend an evening with Australia’s most appealing wild residents.

FAQ

How long does the WILD Wombat and Kangaroo Day Tour last?

The tour lasts approximately 10 hours and 30 minutes.

How many people can join the tour?

The maximum group size is 19 travelers.

Are wombat and kangaroo sightings guaranteed?

The tour is described as offering guaranteed wildlife sightings, with the main wildlife visit taking place in the Southern Highlands. Exact animal numbers and behavior can still vary because the animals are wild.

What other animals might I see?

Possible sightings include wallabies, echidnas, bats, flying foxes, fruit bats, and sulphur-crested cockatoos.

Is dinner included?

Yes. Dinner is served at a historic pub in Robertson. Options include chicken parmigiana and fish and chips, with three meal choices available.

Are snacks and drinks included?

Yes. Snacks and drinks are included, with offerings such as pies, chips, nut bars, cookies, soft drinks, and water.

Which waterfalls does the tour visit?

The tour visits Carrington Falls and Fitzroy Falls.

Is there a stargazing stop?

Yes. The tour ends with a short, approximately 10-minute stargazing stop in the Southern Highlands.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations made later are not refundable.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

If poor weather cancels the experience, you are offered a different date or a full refund. If the minimum number of participants is not reached, you are offered a different date, another experience, or a full refund.