However, it's worth taking the time to explore the many other delights of the Great Ocean Road, from famous surf beaches to colonies
of wild koalas.
St Bees Island has also been the research point for Central Queensland University and University of Queensland who have been investigating the population
of wild koalas on the island.
In a study published earlier this year, biologists studying the calls and behavior
of a wild koala population on an island off the Queensland coast found an interesting result, reported by the BBC:
Not exact matches
But again, if you have a limited amount
of time in Sydney,
Wild Life Sydney Zoo will show you a good amount
of native Australian species and let you get close to some cute
koalas!
In this
wild and outrageous computer - animated comedy - adventure, an odd assortment
of animals from the New York Zoo — including a lion, a giraffe, an anaconda, a
koala, and a squirrel — discover what a jungle the city can be when one
of their own is mistakenly shipped to the
wild and they embark on a dangerous mission to rescue him.
Magnetic Island is a haven for native wildlife and is home to Northern Australia's largest colony
of koalas living in the
wild.
It is home to over 800
koalas, many types
of bird and the rare
wild rock wallaby.
When you're ready for sightseeing, there are numerous waterfalls, rainforest walks, fishing and seal trips, glow worms,
koalas spotting in the
wild, wineries, Cape Otway lighthouse, Otway Fly Treetop walk and The 12 Apostles all from 5 to 75 minutes drive from your Point
of View villa.
The Island abounds in natural
wild life, with a myriad
of bird species and the chance to see wallabies and
koalas in the
wild.
Westgate Bridge: Great views as we depart Melbourne Colac Park: Meet and greet over Morning Tea Twelve Apostles: View the almighty 12 Apostles Loch Ard Gorge: Be surrounded by the towering limestone cliffs Gibson steps: Walk on the beach and be dwarfed by the 12 Apostles Rainforest: Guided bushwalk through the ancient Otways Rainforest Apollo Bay: Cute seaside town, stop for some refreshments Kennett River: Spot
wild Koalas, Kookaburras and Parrots Split Point Lighthouse: Famous for Aussie TV show «Round the Twist» Torquay: Surfing capital
of Australia!
Magnetic Island has the highest population
of koalas in the
wild so if you don't want to take the Forts Walk consider making a quick stop at the Bungalow Bay
Koala Village.
See
koalas in the
wild at Kennett River and in the Great Otway National Park, and enjoy a game
of golf alongside grazing kangaroos at Anglesea.
While I may not have gotten to see any
koalas in the
wild, I still enjoyed the hike as it offered some nice views
of the harbour below.
One
of the best places to see a
koala in the
wild is at Tilligerry Habitat Reserve, at Tanilba Bay.
Our Phillip Island Eco Tour highlights the best
of Victoria's nature and wildlife; from hand feeding kangaroos, seeing
wild koalas, sheep shearing and watching the famous penguin parade!
And bushwalkers can come within a hand's distance
of koalas in the
wild at Tilligerry Habitat.
During your stay in Narrandera, ask at reception about a pleasant stroll through the local
koala sanctuary and
koala, kangaroo and
wild life spotting along the banks
of the Murrumbidgee River and Lake Talbot.
From birdwatching in Kakadu National Park, snorkelling with Whale Sharks in Ningaloo Marine Park, whale watching out
of Sydney Harbour, tracking Thorny Devils around Uluru, diving with Manta Rays off Lady Elliot Island or spotting
wild Koalas along the Great Ocean Road, the group caters to wildlife enthusiasts that are eager to connect with various wildlife categories across diverse habitats, whilst supporting guides in the regeneration
of precious ecosystems.
The island's big drawcard is its
koala population, living peacefully in the
wild throughout the island, up in the treetops both in park areas and more inhabited parts
of the island.
Learn about the ecology
of one
of Australia's most enchanting
wild animals, the
koala, with Sorrel Wilby from Australian Geographic.
Set in a private nature reserve on the banks
of the Yarra River, with well over 200 kangaroos and animals such as echidna, wombats,
wild deer,
koalas and possums you will have nature at your doorstep.
The size
of Magnetic Island and population
of koalas almost guarantees the opportunity to see Koalas in the
koalas almost guarantees the opportunity to see
Koalas in the
Koalas in the
wild.
WILD LIFE Hamilton Island (formerly Hamilton Island Wildlife Park) is one
of only a few places in the world where you can experience the thrill and excitement
of cuddling a
koala.