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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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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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.
FREE EVENT with WAM & MP Koalas.
Do something amazing and join our free native tree planting event this August.
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 an eco adventure, purpose driven, certified @bcorporation business, is the positive impact we are having on the local environment and community.
All are welcome to join, new and previous WAM guests, local businesses we work with, friends etc. We can’t wait to see you there.
DM us for more details or register for free at mpkoalas.org.au
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 (16-20 Aug & 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 ⏰
Just 2 dates available (max of 9 people on each):
🗓️ 16-20 August 2023
🗓️ 6-10 September 2023
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…
🦘 🐨 🦅 🥷🦜 🐬
#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
As a small regenerative tourism business, we look to lead by example. We operate with purpose before profit in all we do, we advocate for tourism for good, and we measure ourselves to ensure we are having the best possible impact and can continue to improve.
This is WAM's rating in the Strive 4 Sustainability Scorecard program with @ecotourismaustralia partnered with @australia
We love being able to take WAM guests on incredible adventure tours in nature, whilst also giving back and making a positive difference.
#businessforgood #regenerativetourism #ecotourism #thrillseekingnature
Make this winter count!
The Great Alpine & Lakes Adventure
WAM’s new multi-day trip to the Victorian Alps & Gippsland Lakes is what dreams are made of.
We feel so lucky to have amazing mountains we can ski and snowboard in winter just a few hours from Melbourne, made even better by the fact these mountains link to the breathtaking Gippsland Lakes via #thegreatalpineroad so we are really proud and excited about this itinerary, it’s truly sensational.
🏔️5 Day epic guided road trip along The Great Alpine Road
🏂&⛷️ Mt Hotham
❄️ Snowshoe to 🫕 dinner experience with @alpine_nature_experience
🛶 the Gippsland Lakes
💦 Relax at the @metunghotsprings
🐨 Hike Tarra Bulga National Park
🍲 Taste superb local produce along the way
🛌 Stay in beautiful and comfortable chalets and cabins
⭐️ Plus loads of bonus extras including night skiing, wildlife viewing and more
🍃 This trip gives back
Click link in bio to find out more and to book
#thrillseekingnature
Photo credits: @visitgippsland @visitmelbourne @alpine_nature_experience @fabiooliveira (4th photo)
NEW WAM MULTI-DAY ADVENTURE
Introducing WAM's epic new winter trip:
The Great Alpine & Lakes Adventure
→ The first trip of it's kind exploring the iconic Great Alpine Road from the ski slopes of the Victorian Alps to the tranquil waters of the Gippsland Lakes
→ 5 days, 4 nights of outdoor adventure, tranquillity and relaxation
→ Ski & Snowboard the panoramic slopes of Mt Hotham (considered the powder capital of Australia)
→ Snowshoeing experience to an eco village for dinner
→ Kayak the spectacular Gippsland Lakes
→ Bathe at the new @metunghotsprings overlooking the Gippsland Lakes
→ Taste fantastic produce from home cooked meals to local eateries
→ Hike in the rainforests of Tarra Bulga National Park
→ Stay 2 nights in a cosy alpine village chalet and 2 nights in lakeside cabins
→ All transportation, guide, logistics etc taken care of, you just need sit back and enjoy every moment
→ Just 2 trips available in August and September 2023
This is the first multi-day trip WAM has offered and we are pumped to offer this very special itinerary. There are no other places we love being more than either the water or the mountains and this includes both in some of the most breathtaking scenery found anywhere in Australia!
There are just 9 spots on each trip so get in quick to secure your spot with a deposit.
Full details can be found on the WAM website (or click link in bio).
With thanks to @visitmelbourne @visitgippsland and @alpine_nature_experience for video footage.
Come and join, help us spread the word, we guarantee this is going to be absolutely incredible!#thrillseekingnature
A walk amongst grass trees.
All 28 species of grass trees (Xanthorrhoea) are native only to Australia and contrary to the name they are not grass nor trees, instead being distantly related to lilies.
For our First Nations people grass trees were and are a resource of great importance.
I love getting out into nature and walking among them wondering what they have witnessed with some of them estimated to live for over 600 years.
Get in touch if you want to know which of our adventures take you on walks to places like this…
Come and discover your #thrillseekingnature
Back by popular demand we are offering another one of our new Rock Pools to Rock Pools Discovery this March.
Ever wanted to learn and experience the key health benefits of hot and cold therapy as you awaken your adventure and senses in magical natural rock pools & geothermal mineral springs?
We begin the day with an invigorating wellness experience at the @peninsulahotsprings called Fire & Ice where a trained instructor takes you through a 45 minute workshop to reap the benefits of hot and cold water immersion including:
> Increased blood flow
> Encourage better sleep
> Increase energy and alertness
> Reduced inflammation
> Elevated mood
After the Fire & Ice experience your WAM host will take you out into nature on a guided adventure to some of the most majestic natural rock pools you could ever imagine where you can put into practice what you have learnt bathing and refreshing your mind and body surrounded by wild ocean vistas.
Along the way we’ll enjoy a delicious picnic lunch packed full of fantastic local produce.
The afternoon is all about relaxation as you head back to the Peninsula Hot Springs to spend as long as you like discovering the over 50 bathing experiences surrounded by native trees and the sounds of running water and birdlife.
When:
Thursday 30th March
Times:
9am - 5pm
Start/Finish:
Peninsula Hot Springs
Just 9 spots available on this WAM Special Edition, so secure your spot!
Click in bio to book.
Come and discover your #ThrillSeekingNature
‘Welcome To Our Home’ - The first words you will see when getting on the WAM vehicle for an eco adventure with us. Because we are an owner operator small business where we treat everyone like guests in our own home. Where we share stories, local products and produce, and have put our heart and soul into ensuring you have an incredible standard of service and experience whilst giving a deep level of care to the local environment and community.
Simply put we do tourism differently to the norm, and we love it when our guests comment that they can feel that.
Come and discover your #thrillseekingnature with one of the only tour operator certified B-Corps in Australia.
‘The past is history, the future is a mystery, the now is a gift, that’s why they call it the present’
Make this summer count and head on one of our epic adventures which will be one of your highlights.
We just have limited spots available on our eco adventures of the #morningtonpeninsula this February and March.
As a #bcorp you can be safe in the knowledge that booking with our small regenerative business, you are also giving back to the local environment and community.
Just 7 weeks of the WAM summer season left!
🏃🏻♀️ 🍉 🦅 🏝️ 🥾🍷 🐬 🤿 🦘🐟 🧺 ⛰️ 🛶 🌞 📷
Come and discover your #thrillseekingnature