Ballarat Wildlife Park and Sovereign Hill Gold Mine Day Tour onboard our Luxury Mercedes Benz vehicles. You won't find a better deal anywhere else with such luxury and VIP treatments in a comfortable small group setting. Leave the hassle of driving to us and be rewarded with a relaxing day to pamper yourself with full of enjoyment.
First you will visit Ballarat Wildlife Park to meet native Australian animals, where you can feed Kangaroos and up close with koalas with the chance to have a photo and a little pat. There are also exciting enclosures for the magnificent Sumatran Tigers, fairy penguins, mighty crocodiles, Komodo dragon, Tasmanian devils, dingo, snakes, tortoises, eagles, and many more animals to see up-close and personal.
Then you will also visit Sovereign Hill, to absorb the history of the gold rush era, the perfectly re-created 1850's gold mining settlement. Relive life in an underground adventure to join in an underground mines tour. Wander the main street to visit goldsmiths, craftsmen, and traders, and enjoy browsing the unique period-style stores along with real-life characters and story re-enactments. Watch traditional skills being practiced using age-old techniques by woodturners and metallurgists. Pan for gold at the creek and also view the famous Ballarat gold collection at the Gold Museum.
Tour Operating Hours:
- Start time:
- Williams Landing Station (Outside Station on Altair St): 09:00 hrs
- Federation Square (Day Tour Center on Russell St): 09:30 hrs
- Finish time:
- Federation Square (Day Tour Center on Russell St): 17:30 hrs
- Williams Landing Station (Outside Station on Altair St): 18:00 hrs
- Federation Square (Day Tour Center on Russell St): 17:30 hrs
Fare includes:
- Admission fee to Ballarat Wildlife Park
- Admission fee to Sovereign Hill with Underground Mine Tour and Gold Museum
- Professional & accredited driver cum guide
Note:
- COVID-19 check-in and digital certificate or immunisation history statement needs to be sighted before you board our tour vehicle. No proof, no entry and no refund!
- This tour is based on Seat In Coach (SIC) public tour (please talk to us for private charter option)
Children Policy:
- Children aged 2 years and up to 12 years.
- Children 2 years and under are free if not occupying a seat (ie, must sit in parent's/carer's lap at own risk).
Pick Up Locations:
- Please wait outside at meeting point 10 minutes prior to pick up time.
- Pick up times may vary depending on traffic conditions.
- If your pick up location is not on the list please choose the nearest location to you or you may contact us latest 48 hours prior to arrange a special pick up for you at additional cost.