A prime way to escape the city and explore the Mornington Peninsula
All Inclusive Adventure
No unexpected costs, your day is covered. From meals or drinks, entry and transport, to equipment, guided hikes, plus lessons in outdoor activities.
Connect With Extraordinary Nature
We spend minimal time on the road and maximum time amongst nature & wildlife adventuring the wilderness.
Multi Activity Experiences
SUP, Hike, Snorkel, Ride, Taste & Chill the highlights and hidden gems. The best way to truly discover the Peninsula is to experience its variety.
Learn New Skills in Outdoor Adventures
WAM guides are qualified instructors in activities like Stand Up Paddleboarding, Snorkelling & Mountain Biking so you can learn new skills whilst also exploring nature
Adventures That Give Back
People powered activities, sub-zero waste and supporting the local community/environment. Just by booking WAM, you are making a positive difference. Learn more here.
5 Star Service
Eco towel service, free eco sunscreen, sustainable gift, refreshments, all from local small businesses. Personalised day with small groups of just 8 people maximum.
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Our Must-Do Eco Adventures
Fully Guided Adventurous Days Out
Epic Picnics (of the Adventurous type!)
WAM Special Edition Tours
Multi-Day Winter Adventure Tour
Private Group Tours & Transfers
2021 Finalist – Waste Reduction and the circular economy
Like valium in a watersport
Green Escapes: A Sustainable Travel Guide to Melbourne & Surrounds
10 Inspiring Green Trailblazers Who Are Making A Real Difference
Weekend Magazine Green Issue – April 2022
Victoria offer a myriad of sustainable travel options..including Wild Adventures Melbourne on the Mornington Peninsula
Take Off On An Epic Eco-Experience With This Sustainably Focussed Adventure Company
Embark on one of these wildlife-filled winter adventures through Mornington Peninsula
They have adventure tours to suit everyone, their body clocks and the season!
WAM has explored every secluded corner of the peninsula to find the best picnic spots
Wild Adventures Melbourne tours are the perfect eco-adventurous day trip
Every trip he delivers for WAM is not impacting the planet and ideally enhancing it!
If you’re planning to connect with nature this summer but don’t know where to go, Wild Adventures Melbourne makes the whole experience easy
We couldn’t recommend a better way of experiencing the Mornington Peninsula
A great time outdoors with likeminded people
Tourism Australia selects WAM to be a Sustainability Storyteller.
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100% 5 Star reviews...
“Ticks all the boxes! A terrific day. Professional, perfectly paced and a great way to experience a wonderful part of Victoria”…read more
“Awesome tour of the Mornington Peninsula”…read more
“One of the best trips I ever had, beautiful places and really good activities. Coops has organised it so well, everything was on time and all ready for us. He is one of the nicest person and will surely recommend wild adventures Melbourne to everyone”
“Great day that was really well thought through and organised. It was a full day with a lot of activities but it was still relaxing and didn’t feel rushed. Would recommend if you want to see the best of what the peninsula has to offer”…read more
“WAM crafted the Mornington Peninsula itinerary to almost perfection”…read more
“An excellent tour, a great guide and a fantastic way to explore the Mornington Peninsula! I would definitely recommend WAM!”
“What an awesome day experiencing the Peninsula on the Paddle, Pinot & Pools tour. I loved that it offered the opportunity to experience a range of activities”
“Being a born and bred kiwi, it was a fantastic opportunity to explore the wilderness near Melbourne whilst meeting a great bunch of people”
“Coops (Nic) is a super easygoing person, and he knows everything about the place, so if you wanna throw yourself in the embrace of the nature and enjoy every second of the day, this trip is for you!”
“These tours are perfect for those who love adventure but care about the planet”
“Absolutely loved this tour. Got some active adventure in whilst seeing loads of wildlife close to Melbourne”…read more
“We had such an amazing day on our WAM tour! Paddle boarding was a definite highlight. Great views, crystal blue water…Highly recommend this great value tour”
“The activities were great value for money and a lot of fun. I loved how we went to places that were a little different and not filled with other tour groups and people”
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WAM Adventure Picnics are back!
The best picnic locations are hidden in nature and the Mornington Peninsula has some absolute belters.
This is how our Secret Adventure Picnics work:
🍃 Choose between 4 very different routes to picnic locations in nature
🥾 Each route are different hike-in hike-out distances (from 3kms up to 15kms) to choose from
🗺️ WAM sends you a specially curated digital route map with coordinates to your secret picnic location
🧺 On the day you collect your delicious picnic, backpack, picnic mat etc from a beautiful farm gate on the #morningtonpeninsula
☀️Off you go on your self-guided adventure, take your time, enjoy nature and when you are done, return your picnic pack to the farm gate.
With the warmer weather kicking into gear, it’s perfect picnic conditions so we have just added new dates in time for the long-weekend next week!
Click link in bio to book, limited spots available
#thrillseekingnature
Photo credit: @mollyheath_photography
So many wild places to explore in this part of the world, let WAM show you where they are hidden…
#thrillseekingnature
#morningtonpeninsula
Sharing some of our positive impact from the last year.
In the 2022-23 financial year WAM cleaned up 680 litres of rubbish from oceans, beaches, reservoirs and parks on the #morningtonpeninsula
Cleaning up the environment is such an obvious issue (in every part of the world) and as an #ecotourism operator it’s one we can easily do something about as we are spending every day out there in nature.
We aim to operate our tours at zero waste and leave each place we visit cleaner than we found it.
The Timelapse video shows me sorting through all the rubbish we collect so that it’s disposed of correctly and we can upcycle or recycle as much as possible. At times it can be painstaking work but it all makes a difference 🚮 🐠 ♻️
Although it’s compulsory as the WAM guide to pick up any litter we see, it’s optional for WAM guests to help us.
We have hosted community, corporate and educational groups specifically wanting to combine the amazing outdoor activities WAM offers with environmental actions such as beach clean-ups such as the wonderful @shesups_ group pictured in the first photo.
So please reach out if you have or know of a group that may want to get involved in days like this. We’ll provide all the clean up equipment and you’ll do something amazing!
Thanks to @seashepherdaustralia for providing us with the marine debris collection bags. Check out their Marine Debris Campaign @seashepherdaumarinedebris
#thrillseekingnature
Have you planned your summer adventure yet?
The WAM 2023-24 warmer season adventures kick off in 5 weeks and things are booking out!
We just have 8-9 spots on each of our eco adventures so get a group of friends together, bring your family, treat someone to a very special gift, bring your work or sports team along, or come solo and meet a bunch of legends.
Do something that’s different to the norm (in the best possible way) and join a WAM adventure.
We can’t wait to welcome you into nature soon.
Head to link in bio to book or find out more.
#morningtonpeninsula
#thrillseekingnature
It’s springtime here in the southern hemisphere and our 2023-24 summer season of eco adventures are kicking off again next month on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula.
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For 3 years now we have held the price for our hero experience Peninsula Paddle Pinot & Pools Adventure despite all of our costs going up so the time has come.
So before we make the change we wanted to give you the heads up to book in at the old price! Over the next 2 weeks (until 16th September) book our hero experience ‘Peninsula Paddle Pinot & Pools Adventure’ (for any scheduled date over the 2023-24 season) and get it at 2020 prices.
So if you have been thinking of joining our epic full day experience or like the sound of stand up paddleboarding, bushwalking, rock pool swimming, delicious picnic lunch, bathing at the hot springs, wine tasting, panoramic viewpoints and much more. Now is the time to book!
Swipe across and click link in bio to book or find out more…
It’s always great seeing our adventures come to life in an article after hosting a journalist earlier this year writing a story about Three Perfect Days in and around Melbourne.
Any of our North American friends may have read the story in the Hemispheres Magazine by @united Airlines as we adventured to magical and wild rock pools the size of swimming pools!
You can read the full article ‘Three Perfect Days Melbourne’ in the @hemispheresforunited site.
Or rather than reading about in the words of the journalist ‘I can’t believe this place exists’ adventures, come and experience them for yourself!
Thank you to @visitmelbourne @officialmorningtonpeninsula @australia for asking us to add a flavour of adventure and nature into this cuisine filled itinerary.
#visitmelbourne #visitmp #ecoadventures #rockpools
Today was a proud day for us.
We sponsored a tree planting event on the Mornington Peninsula with @mp_koalas to plant over 500 native trees and shrubs (ended up planting 850 trees!).
Part of our commitment as a purpose driven business is to have a long term positive impact so it’s crucial we support koala (and other native animals) habitat so that our wildlife has a future in this beautiful region for future generations to enjoy.
So special to spend the day with over 30 volunteers and to introduce our baby daughter to tree planting!
We plant a native tree for every WAM guest that books with us, so thank you to every person that has been on or booked a tour with us, and also those that chose to plant an extra tree when booking. It all makes a huge difference.
Thank you to @mp_koalas for having us. They are a volunteer run conservation group who plant native trees between May and September. You can support this amazing organisation by heading to mpkoalas.org.au and donating or you can also volunteer (it’s a great family day out) for their other tree planting events on the #morningtonpeninsula
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New rescheduled date announced for our FREE EVENT with WAM & MP Koalas.
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Do something amazing and join our free native tree planting event on Sunday 20th August in Mount Martha on the Mornington Peninsula.
As part of our not for profit initiative: ‘The WAM 4 Project’, we are so proud to be sponsoring this entire tree planting event with @mp_koalas where we aim to plant over 500 native trees on the Mornington Peninsula.
Kirk and the team at @mp_koalas do some incredible work helping to protect and support the koalas and other native wildlife on the @ourpeninsula by restoring and enhancing existing vegetation and connecting remaining koala habitats.
One of the best parts of running a eco adventure, purpose driven, certified @bcorporation business, is the positive impact we are having on the local environment and community.
All our welcome to join including new and previous WAM guests, local businesses we work with, friends, families with kids etc. We can’t wait to see you there.
Sunday 20th August 2023
9am, Mount Martha, Mornington Peninsula.
DM us for more details or register for free at mpkoalas.org.au
#treeplanting #reforestation #morningtonpeninsula #freetreeplantingevent #koalas
An adventure packed full of epic experiences. The Great Alpine & Lakes Adventure with WAM.
6th-10th September 2023
Small group of 9 people
5 days
Skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing the Victorian Alps
Paddling and hot springs at The Gippsland Lakes.
Meals, activities, transport, guide and accommodation all included.
Where do we stay at the Gippsland Lakes on our winter Great Alpine & Lakes Adventure?
Here is a sneak preview of the beautiful lakeside cabins (with its own jetty!) where we spend 2 nights of the trip in the nature paradise of @loveeastgippsland
🌅 Panoramic views of lakes and ocean,
🚣🏽♀️ Kayaking the lakes, with a chance of 🐬
🌌 Star gazing
🐨 Viewing wildlife and birdlife 🦜
🧖🏽♀️ Chilling at the newly opened @metunghotsprings
🍷 Superb local produce
The perfect place to unwind after days full of snow adventures in the Victorian Alps @mt.hotham.resort
The Great Alpine & Lakes Adventure
6-9 September 2023
WAM only operates with small groups so there will be a max of 9 people on the trip. And we still have some spots available!
Click link in bio to find out more and book
Come and discover your #thrillseekingnature
Video courtesy of @jettyroadretreat
@visitgippsland
Back by popular demand!
WAM’s Hot Springs Hikes & Humpbacks winter adventure on the Mornington Peninsula is available to book this August & September, the best time to spot whales from land as they make their annual migration along the South east coast of Australia.
Day Includes:
WAM transport and guide
Guided hike 🥾
Whale watching opportunities (binoculars provided) 🐳
Lunch 🥗
Bathing at the incredible @peninsulahotsprings
Limited dates and spots available, head to link in bio to find out more and book
Come and discover your (winter) #thrillseekingnature
Today is International Biodiversity Day 2023, so what better time to show one of the key projects WAM supports as part of the WAM 4 Project.
The Nature Conservancy Australia are restoring and rebuilding over 60 reefs in Southern Australia, regenerating entire ecosystems, and are also planting kelp forests, which as well as supporting countless marine life, filters the seawater and removes nitrogen and phosphate.
The reef in this beauitful footage is located Port Phillip Bay (Nairm) right by where WAM run our ocean adventures on the Mornington Peninsula so we are dedicated to helping to support and protect these waters by setting ambitious goals to restore of over an acre of reef by 2030.
Every time we welcome a WAM guest on an adventure tour with us, you are also contributing to amazing projects like this.
Video credit - Jarrod Boord of Streamline Media
@nature_aus #internationalbiodiversityday #morningtonpeninsula
Mum kangaroo and her joey tasting the local produce on the Peninsula. Regardless of the activity we are doing, interactions like this always stops us in our tracks so we can respect and admire iconic Aussie wildlife.
#ThrillSeekingNature
We have teamed up with our friends at Will & Bear (Australia’s first B-Corp hat co) for this amazing limited time offer.
Book WAM’s brand new winter trip: The Great Alpine & Lakes Adventure (6-10 Sept 2023) and receive a beautiful @willandbear beanie valued at $50 made from 100% Australian wool with a super soft fleece lining to give extra warmth and comfort. Available in 3 colours.
The perfect accompaniment to keep you warm and stylish on our new winter trip.
Offer valid for bookings made before Saturday 13th May 2023.
Click link in bio to book or contact us at hello@wildadventuresmelbourne.com for more details.
#ThrillSeekingNature
As a fellow certified B-Corp, Will & Bear do some incredible work producing their hats sustainably, they have planted millions of trees and support regenerative farming and conservation projects. Head over to their website to see their range of hats to suit everyone!
The Australian winter experience that’s bursting with bucket list moments:
❄️ Ski & Snowboard the slopes of Mt Hotham (regarded as the powder capital of Australia)
❄️ Snowshoe to a tipi village for dinner
❄️ Bathe in incredible hot springs with lake & ocean views
❄️ See the best of the Great Alpine Road
❄️ Paddle Australia’s largest inland waterways
❄️ Hike in ancient rainforests
❄️ Visit an island full of koalas
⏰ Time to book WAM’s 5 day (4 night) Great Alpine & Lakes Adventure winter retreat ⏰
🗓️ 6-10 September 2023
Small group guaranteed (max of 9 people)
All with your experienced and entertaining WAM team and with accomodation, transport, activities and most meals included.
#australianwinteradventures #thrillseekingnature #australia #regenerativetourism #visitgippsland #mounthotham #greatalpineroad
Today is #earthday 🌎 💚 but here at WAM every day is earth day.
From the very beginning, each and every decision we make is with the planet in mind so we can guarantee we are doing the right thing for people and planet every time.
Check out the impact pages on the WAM website to see how we aim to have a long-term positive impact on our local environment and community.
By supporting purpose driven businesses like WAM, you’re investing in an earth positive future. #bcorp #regenerativetourism #thrillseekingnature
THAT’S A WRAP FOR WAM’s 2022-23 WARMER SEASON ADVENTURES ☀️ 🏄♂️ 🦘 🍓 🤿 🌿 🐬 🍷
We have welcomed and adventured with hundreds of guests from all over the world and are so grateful to each and every person that has joined a WAM adventure.
Better still in doing so, you have helped us support the planting of hundreds of native trees @mp_koalas , restoring of reefs & kelp forests @nature_aus , supporting Indigenous girls and young women through education @starsfoundationaustralia , cleaned up many kilos of rubbish @seashepherdaustralia , as well as supporting many Australian eco-conscious small businesses, all whilst connecting with nature on epic human-powered outdoor adventures.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in our little eco adventure certified B-Corp business, it means the world to us.
Our summer season 2023/24 kicks off again in October but you don’t need to wait that long for an adventure, we have our cooler weather season to get involved with from multi-day adventures to the Victorian Alps & Gippsland Lakes, to days on the Peninsula whale watching, hiking and hot springs.
Click link in bio for more info…
#thrillseekingnature
Just a few more days left of our 2022/23 warmer weather season ☹️ spending special moments on or in the ocean stand up paddleboarding, snorkelling and rock pool swimming.
Our final Peninsula Paddle Pinot & Pools Adventure is this Saturday (still a few spots available).
Not able to make it? Put us in the calendar for October when our warmer season adventures kick off again.
Can’t wait until then, click link in bio to check out our amazing multi day winter adventures!
#thrillseekingnature
Spot the wildlife…
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#ThrillSeekingNature
#morningtonpeninsula
#bathingboxes
The added bonus of an ocean view only Australia can provide when an echidna pops up in the foreground.
Such fascinating and unique creatures so it’s always special seeing them in the wild.
Echidnas are also eco warriors as they spend huge amounts of time digging and moving soil which makes the soil healthier, reduces run-off and erosion, which all leads to more plant growth. Who would have thought these little guys are helping to fight climate change!
#echidnas #morningtonpeninsula #seeaustralia #visitmp #comeandsaygday #stayclosegofurther