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Byron Bay Platypus Walk
Byron Bay, New South Wales
4 hours
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Date
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What You Will Do
See 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 2 km easy walk along the creek looking for platypus.
We usually see one or two platypus, and loads of birds. 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.
What's included:
Return transport
Environmental scientist as a guide
Use of binoculars
Access to photographs
Picnic Breakfast
Water refills
What to bring:
Water bottle
Hat
Jacket (depending on weather)
Covered Shoes
We pick you up from your Byron Bay accommodation and drive to the special platypus area. From there we start our 2 km easy walk along the creek looking for platypus.
We usually see one or two platypus, and loads of birds. 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.
What's included:
Return transport
Environmental scientist as a guide
Use of binoculars
Access to photographs
Picnic Breakfast
Water refills
What to bring:
Water bottle
Hat
Jacket (depending on weather)
Covered Shoes
What's Included?
- Breakfast
- Transport from your Byron Bay accommodation
- Experienced guide
- Breakfast, locally sourced picnic breakfast
What's Not Included?
- Gratuities
- transfers to Byron Bay
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
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Vision Walks - Eco Tours
2 hours 30 minutes
See 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 koalas. 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. Please let us know if you have any special dietary requirements when you book
Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: Vision Walks - Eco Tours.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Options
- Guide - English
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