Best of Wildlife and Birds Tour
4.3

Best of Wildlife and Birds Tour

By Canberra Guided Tours
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Ages 12-95, max of 15 per group
Duration: 4h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: English
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Highlights

  • Expert Local Tour Guide
  • Pickup in comfortable tour vehicle
  • Entry to Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve
  • Pickup at major hotel & motel chains
  • Entry/Admission - Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve
What's not included
  • Water & Snacks


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
  • 65 Northbourne Ave, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
    Jolimont Travel Centre - on the Northborne side, just in front of the Novotel. Curbside pickup.
Pickup details
  • We pickup at all Canberra hotels and all centrally located air-bnb etc. For visitors from outside town we pickup at the Jolimont Travel Centre in the City.
Hotel pickup offered
During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
    End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      • Not wheelchair accessible
      • Service animals allowed
      • Near public transportation
      If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 137956P3

      • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
      • Most travelers can participate
      • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
      • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

      • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

      If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 137956P3

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      $95.15
      per adult
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      • Canberra Guided Tours
        4.8 of 5 bubbles408
        Canberra, Australia
        Joined in April 2019
      • Wander826746
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        A must do tour - book right away
        An exceptional tour made all the more interesting with Neil as our guide. As first time visitors to Canberra, it was a pleasure to have Neil who had such a detailed knowledge of the city, its history and its major institutions. Each stop was informative and gave an excellent overview of the place and its purpose. Highly recommend. Thank you Neil
        Written March 21, 2025
      • lynnmF4548TM
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great Tour
        Our tour guide was Bob. The whole day was amazing. I had no idea how much there was to see and do in Canberra. Bob picked me up on time as agreed and was extremely knowledgeable of all that is Canberra. Would highly recommend this tour.
        Written March 18, 2025
      • Meander05133510912
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        A must do!
        Bob was a great tour guide. Knowledgeable about Canberra. Visited all the popular sites. The war memorial was a sacred experience and one I’ll never forget. Definitely a must do experience.
        Written March 15, 2025
      • W590KXdenisem
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        The best of Canberra in a day
        The entire experience was beyond our expectations. On request the pick-up location was changed to our different accommodation location. So easy and absolutely on time. I cannot speak highly enough of our guide, Olaf, his knowledge of all things Canberra was comprehensive, thoughtful and highly informative. His tour guiding was way beyond any experience we have had on any tours around the world. The tour itself is comprehensive, well planned and delivers all that is promised.
        Written March 9, 2025
      • foxmaryjane
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Informative, Remarkable and Moving
        Neil, the tour guide, was very informative and had some great personal stories of his associations with some of Canberra's greats from the past. I particularly liked the visit to the old Parliament House and being able to wander through the offices of Bob Hawke, Gough Whitlam and Malcolm Fraser. The War memorial was also both moving and very informative.
        Written March 1, 2025
      • MLHooper
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great tour
        We had Neil as our tour guide, he was so informative and tailored the tour just to our group. We enjoyed the whole day, so many stories and insights into 'his' Canberra that we enjoyed so much. The sights were great, parliament was sitting so Neil facilitated us to see that unexpectedly. An excellent day out, definitely a highlight of our visit to Canberra.
        Written February 10, 2025
      • kevinmE9748DR
        0 contributions
        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        Canberra city tour
        Comprehensive over view of the major sites of canberra. Insights on the development and workings of this capital city. Unfortunately, had to remind tour guide to please refrain from US politics as this had nothing to do with the tour.
        Written February 8, 2025
      • sidneyc855
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great time in Canberra.
        Had a great time visiting the old and new parliament of Australia , the museum and last post, recommended for anyone visiting Canberra.
        Written February 5, 2025
      • MaryHDevon
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Amazing small group day trip!
        This was an amazing day tour. Bob our guide was absolutely brilliant! We learnt so much about how Canberra was designed, we visited the old parliament, new parliament, military academy, arboretum etc. Bob imparted his knowledge so well, we had accurate, funny & quirky information on past Prime Ministers. I recommend this small group tour as it was relaxed, good fun & so very interesting!
        Written February 1, 2025
      • David_and_Tracey
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Tour not to be missed
        Having only a few days in Canberra we decided to book this tour. Neil was a super guide sharing so much information with us and asking our small group questions in return. We covered both the old and new parliament buildings .The buildings were beautiful and well designed and cool which was welcomed in unseasonably hot weather. The war memorial was very thought provoking and we were blessed to be able to attend the last post ceremony not a dry eye in the house. Thoroughly recommend this tour
        Written January 29, 2025
      • L4452KJjoyceg
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Canberra City tour.
        An excellent tour which helped us to understand the geography of Canberra. Our guide was very knowledgeable and had some interesting stories which brought Canberra alive for us. We would highly recommend this tour.
        Written January 27, 2025
      • Lalith S
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Wonderful day trip.
        5/5 Our tour guide Olek(?) was very knowledgeable about all places that we visited. Also, very polite throughout the trip.
        Written January 8, 2025
      • Sal1502
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Informative and Fun Day Out
        Excellent day out with our tour guide Bob. Informative and engaging, professional and very personable. We learned a lot and had fun along the way. Highly recommended! Sally & Roger
        Written December 30, 2024
      • Nada S
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        I had awesome time I am very happy that I took Highlights of Canberra
        It was great service and tour guide. He had great knowledge of Canberra. I enjoyed tour very much Thank you . Nada Wodonga VIC
        Written December 19, 2024
      • barbaran644
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Flower lovers delight
        We parked and walked. It was hot and there was a fair bit of construction in the area, but it was enjoyable. We also took the opportunity to walk over the bridge to the National Gallery.
        Written December 11, 2024
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      4.3
      4.3 of 5 bubbles25 reviews
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      Sianin
      Smithers, Canada159 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Very knowledgeable and personable guide who literally wrote the book on birds. Everything ran on time, Neil catered to each person's needs and interests. He went above and beyond. I would absolutely recommend this tour.
      Written November 24, 2023
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      Kiki j
      4 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Feb 2023 • Solo
      One of the best tours I've ever been on. Neil, the guide, was very personable and super knowledgeable. He worked in wildlife management as a career and published a book on Australian birds, so he really knows his stuff. He promised us we would see over 50 kangaroos and a 90% chance that we would see a platypus. We saw both, plus a rednecked wallaby, potoroo (that grazed just 2 feet from us for five minutes), koalas, several species of parrots, and numerous other birds. I couldn't have been happier and would HIGHLY recommend this tour.
      Written February 25, 2023
      This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
      Thank you for taking the time to leave us such an amazing and detailed review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time with Neil, that he was able to share his extensive knowledge with you, and that you were able to see so many amazing animals in the wild. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back on another tour with us in the future!
      Written March 22, 2023
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      Małgorzata G
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jul 2023 • Solo
      The tour was amazing! Neil has hudge knowledge on Australian wildlife and is happy to share it! He kindly answered all our questions. The atmosphere was fantastic and the tour was a great opportunity to learn more about Australian wildlife and spot such icons as a kangaroos and koalas but also smaller animals and many fascinating birds. Neil shared some tips how not to scare the animals and come closer, which was great. The park itself is also very much worth seeing, especially with an experienced guide as Neil is. I would highly recommend that tour to both solo travelers and groups!
      Written July 10, 2023
      This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
      Glad you had an amazing time with Neil at the tour and that you were able to learn more about the native animals of Canberra. Nature and wildlife in Canberra are truly spectacular. If you want to see something more vibrant, we highly recommend booking the highly awaited Canberra Floriade Tour happening this September-October, which showcases the best of Canberra during springtime. 🌷
      Written July 18, 2023
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      Paul G
      San Francisco, CA7 contributions
      2.0 of 5 bubbles
      Nov 2023 • Couples
      The guide was very personable and patient. The coach was adequate, but not the most comfortable and spacious. The ride was long and seemed to take longer than it did because of the lack of information provided by the guide. He said a few things about Canberra, but it was a wildlife tour, not a Canberra tour. He provided very little information about the animals we were trying to observe. We expected information about life cycle, habitat, food, reproduction, and how they behave during each season. We received none of that. He merely pointed out kangaroos in a field and in a park, and koalas in an enclosure. We expected something more than a ride to and through the national park. We could have hired a car, driven there and seen exactly the same animals and birds on our own without a "guide."
      Written November 11, 2023
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      Eleanor H
      1 contribution
      1.0 of 5 bubbles
      Dec 2023 • Family
      We had this tour booked as visitors from the UK. We waited to be collected from the hotel as arranged, and no one came to collect us. We waited for over half an hour. Attempted to contact the tour company no response. I have since sent emails, attempted to phone and contact them on their website for a refund. I’ve had no contact back. We’ve missed out on a lot of money. I don’t know if this is a scam or just terrible customer service. Don’t bother booking.
      Written January 1, 2024
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      Martin
      2 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Sep 2022 • Couples
      Just came back from the tour with Neil. The guy is awesome. Not only he is really friendly and funny, he also tries really hard to make you see as many animals as you can.

      The argentine couple 🇦🇷
      Written September 13, 2022
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      Hello Martin! We're so grateful that you took the time to share your feedback with us. It’s our pleasure to serve customers like you. Glad we got to see all the native animals with you. Have a wonderful day! Thanks, Neil
      Written September 21, 2022
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      riffle694
      Singapore, Singapore8 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Feb 2023
      The tour guided by Neil was everything we hoped for and more. We saw amazing animals and especially loved the kangaroos and koalas. Neil provided a wealth of information about the Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve, a gem not far from Canberra's center. Neil also provided local history and even explained Aussie football to the delight of my husband. Book early. For good reason, the tour fills quickly.
      Written February 14, 2023
      This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
      Thanks for taking the time to share your experience on the Best of Wildlife and Birds Tour with Neil. We're glad that you enjoyed seeing the amazing animals in the wild and learning about the Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve, as well as some context on Australian football. You're right, booking early is highly recommended as our tours fill up quickly. Again, we appreciate your feedback and look forward to having you join us again on another tour in the future.
      Written February 21, 2023
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      Bridget R
      3 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Aug 2022 • Solo
      Neil was so incredible! Very kind, funny, friendly and knowledgeable. Great guide, greater tour!! He went out of his way to help me get great pictures, answered any questions I had, you could tell he really loved his work. He's also a professional ornithologist so bird lovers this is the tour for you! I had an amazing time, please consider giving him your business if you'd like a personal guide to the wilds of Australia!
      Written August 2, 2022
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      Thanks so much for sharing your feedback about our Best of Wildlife Tour. We’re glad to hear that our team’s performance exceeded your expectations, and we’ll make sure that Neil receives the recognition they deserve. Thank you again, Bridget, have a great day!
      Written August 7, 2022
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      martha s
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      I can see why this tour is frequently sold out. It was EXCELLENT! Especially appreciated the stop at NASA site and guides’ thorough knowledge of all things Canberra. A perfect way to start a visit to this city. Lovely outing.
      Written April 22, 2024
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      David_and_Tracey
      Jersey, UK185 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jan 2025 • Couples
      We were picked up by Bob and joined our small group tour. The drive out of the city was welcome to see the stunning countryside. We drove up to the Deep space station before entering the Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve. We had perfect weather although initially a little too hot for our furry friends. We saw plenty of kangaroos later eating the grass in the shade. Where we sat nearby .We visited the koala sanctuary and was able to see them in their natural surroundings enjoying a lovely snooze. We also saw wallaby and various species of birds with such colourful feathers. A truly magical experience.
      Written January 29, 2025
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