AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES (select from) AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES (select from) STAY OVERNIGHT (select from) DAY FOUR: PHI LL I P I SLAND YARRA VALLEY & DANDENONG RANGES MORNING ACTIVITIES (select from) Churchill Island (p54) is a tiny gem off Phillip Island. A 19th century working farm, it’s magnificently preserved with heritage equipment, farm animals, beautiful gardens and historic buildings. Get involved in daily farm activities too. Antarctic Journey (p54) is all the fun of the world’s most extreme continent, without leaving the island. Get into interactive, hands-on fun and feel-real virtual wildlife close-ups. Wildlife Coast Cruises (p56) all-season fun. Year-round tours showcase Australia’s largest wild fur seal colonies at Seal Rocks. For even more wildlife magic, book ahead for summer twilight cruises and winter whale-watching cruises. Paradise Valley Hotel (p48) A true local hero. Convivial hotel with the best regional beers on tap, award-winning bistro, leafy beer garden close to Puffing Billy’s railway. Local produce, sustainability and community are key. Anchor Belle Holiday Park (p77) is set in 2.5 hectares of bushland just 100 metres from the beach. Book a deluxe self-contained cabin or three bedroom villa and set the kids loose on the giant jumping cushion and playground. Puffing Billy Railway (p48) is a thrilling experience. Board the 100-year old heritage steam train and journey through winding forests and fern gullies, across historic timber bridges to Gembrook, the perfect family picnic spot. Gumbuya World (p46) Victoria’s only water, wildlife and theme park includes thrilling water slides, family wave pool, adventure rides, pirate ships, kangaroo handfeeding and koala close-ups amid 50 wildlife species. A Maze ’N Things (p51) is a feast of hands-on family sharing activities including illusions, puzzles, mini-golf, giant 3D maze, amazing interactive magic displays, mysterious caves and SkyTrail, a thrilling high ropes course. Penguin Parade (p55) offers Penguins Underground, the ultimate add-on experience where you watch the penguins waddle up the beach at eye level from an underground viewing station – unforgettable! Kaloha Holiday Resort (p77) is a tropical beachfront haven, just five minutes’ walk to the town centre. Relax in the hot tub, dip into the saltwater heated swimming pool or gather the kids for a play in the children’s playground. Treetops Adventure (p49) is Victoria’s first tree ropes course. An aerial challenge for young and old. Come hangout, get harnessed up and soar through the treetops on flying foxes, tight ropes and tunnels galore. Phillip Island Chocolate Factory (p52) has been called the sweetest and most addictive attraction on Phillip Island. A celebration of all things chocolate, with interactive play machines, make–your-own chocolate and a chocolate café. Phillip Island Apartments (p79) offers one, two and three bedroom self-contained apartments that make family touring a breeze. Located in the vibrant seaside town of Cowes, the 4.5 star apartments are spacious, comfy family retreats. Phillip Island Towers (p79) A class act: 4.5-star apartments close to Cowes’ shopping, dining and the beach. Stroll down to the jetty and take an adventure tour to see fur seals, or visit French Island with Naturaliste Tours. Beach HQ Restaurant & Bar (p51) Unsurpassed water views from huge terrace; restaurant specialises in seafood dishes, local Gippsland beef; many dietary options. Gippsland and Phillip Island wines and local ales feature. 5 DAY ITINERARY – FAMILY FUN 40
RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy NDk4Njk=