Reviews from participants
June 2026
Ben was super responsive and helpful as we planned out this day. He even secured us (sort of last minute) tickets for the underground viewing at Phillip Island! (Thanks again!!) Ben is super knowledgeable whether discussing Australian fauna or history, is upbeat and cracks great jokes, and achieved the perfect balance of guiding and letting us guide ourselves - this comes to him intuitively based on the guests themselves and their preferences and interests which is a super lovely extra touch. We highly recommend traveling in comfort, safety, and great company with Ben
Ben was super responsive and helpful as we planned out this day. He even secured us (sort of last minute) tickets for the underground viewing at Phillip Island! (Thanks again!!) Ben is super knowledgeable whether discussing Australian fauna or history, is upbeat and cracks great jokes, and achieved the perfect balance of guiding and letting us guide ourselves - this comes to him intuitively based on the guests themselves and their preferences and interests which is a super lovely extra touch. We highly recommend traveling in comfort, safety, and great company with Ben
Shirley Suwantinna
May 2026
Our most memorable tour in Australia and one of the BEST Guides we have ever toured with. It took us all week to finally see the amzing australian wildlife including wallabies, kangaroos, and koalas along with some amazing landscapes. It was well worth a weeks wait. We had an amazing guide in Fred. A true gentleman and character with a love of Melbourne and captivating stories thst kept our family awake and listening for the full 10 hours we spent together. His passion for guiding was evident as soin as we met. He is chock full of great trivia abt the city and personal stories from his years of guiding. Ben, the operator, was also very quick to respond to my queries while on travel and went out of his way to reaccommodate us and secure the whole family penguin plus tkts on Easter wknd. You cldnt ask for a better operator and this private tour. Total class act!
Our most memorable tour in Australia and one of the BEST Guides we have ever toured with. It took us all week to finally see the amzing australian wildlife including wallabies, kangaroos, and koalas along with some amazing landscapes. It was well worth a weeks wait. We had an amazing guide in Fred. A true gentleman and character with a love of Melbourne and captivating stories thst kept our family awake and listening for the full 10 hours we spent together. His passion for guiding was evident as soin as we met. He is chock full of great trivia abt the city and personal stories from his years of guiding. Ben, the operator, was also very quick to respond to my queries while on travel and went out of his way to reaccommodate us and secure the whole family penguin plus tkts on Easter wknd. You cldnt ask for a better operator and this private tour. Total class act!
Chris Messina
Feb 2026
This tour was absolutely fantastic from start to finish! Camille picked me up right on time from my hotel, and from the very beginning the experience felt thoughtful and well organised. On the way, Camille shared fascinating insights about Australian history, which made the drive both educational and engaging. At Moonlit Sanctuary, he even helped me to film a wonderful video while I was feeding kangaroos — such a special memory that I’ll treasure! When we arrived at Phillip Island, the weather turned stormy, but Camille handled everything brilliantly. He carefully adjusted the route so I could see wildlife in their natural habitat — kangaroos, wallabies, an echidna, and beautiful native birds — all comfortably from the car despite the conditions. It felt like a private safari experience. We also enjoyed a delicious dinner at a lovely Italian café, which was a perfect break during the long day. For the Penguin Parade, Camille made sure we arrived early so I could secure one of the best viewing spots. He gave great advice on where to look to see the penguins clearly, and his enthusiastic storytelling made the experience even more magical. Even though the tour was long (from 1:00 PM until 11:30 PM) and included stormy weather in the afternoon, it never felt tiring. It was engaging, beautifully paced, and full of unforgettable moments. Highly recommend — especially with Camille as your guide!
This tour was absolutely fantastic from start to finish! Camille picked me up right on time from my hotel, and from the very beginning the experience felt thoughtful and well organised. On the way, Camille shared fascinating insights about Australian history, which made the drive both educational and engaging. At Moonlit Sanctuary, he even helped me to film a wonderful video while I was feeding kangaroos — such a special memory that I’ll treasure! When we arrived at Phillip Island, the weather turned stormy, but Camille handled everything brilliantly. He carefully adjusted the route so I could see wildlife in their natural habitat — kangaroos, wallabies, an echidna, and beautiful native birds — all comfortably from the car despite the conditions. It felt like a private safari experience. We also enjoyed a delicious dinner at a lovely Italian café, which was a perfect break during the long day. For the Penguin Parade, Camille made sure we arrived early so I could secure one of the best viewing spots. He gave great advice on where to look to see the penguins clearly, and his enthusiastic storytelling made the experience even more magical. Even though the tour was long (from 1:00 PM until 11:30 PM) and included stormy weather in the afternoon, it never felt tiring. It was engaging, beautifully paced, and full of unforgettable moments. Highly recommend — especially with Camille as your guide!
Ziville
April 2026
Our most memorable tour in Australia and one of the BEST Guides we have ever toured with. It took us all week to finally see the amzing australian wildlife including wallabies, kangaroos, and koalas along with some amazing landscapes. It was well worth a weeks wait. We had an amazing guide in Fred. A true gentleman and character with a love of Melbourne and captivating stories thst kept our family awake and listening for the full 10 hours we spent together. His passion for guiding was evident as soin as we met. He is chock full of great trivia abt the city and personal stories from his years of guiding. Ben, the operator, was also very quick to respond to my queries while on travel and went out of his way to reaccommodate us and secure the whole family penguin plus tkts on Easter wknd. You cldnt ask for a better operator and this private tour. Total class act!
Our most memorable tour in Australia and one of the BEST Guides we have ever toured with. It took us all week to finally see the amzing australian wildlife including wallabies, kangaroos, and koalas along with some amazing landscapes. It was well worth a weeks wait. We had an amazing guide in Fred. A true gentleman and character with a love of Melbourne and captivating stories thst kept our family awake and listening for the full 10 hours we spent together. His passion for guiding was evident as soin as we met. He is chock full of great trivia abt the city and personal stories from his years of guiding. Ben, the operator, was also very quick to respond to my queries while on travel and went out of his way to reaccommodate us and secure the whole family penguin plus tkts on Easter wknd. You cldnt ask for a better operator and this private tour. Total class act!
Mike
