1 day Puffing Billy Steam Train and Wildlife Tour from Melbourne

Overview

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8 hours 30 minutes

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Step back in time with our exceptional offering: a captivating expedition through the Dandenong Ranges via the iconic Puffing Billy steam train. Envelop yourself in the enchanting rainforest, relishing panoramic views and invigorating air as the historic locomotive winds through a one-hour odyssey from Belgrave to Lakeside. But that's not all – post-ride, immerse yourself in an intimate wildlife sanctuary rendezvous. Interact firsthand with Australia's treasured fauna, from cuddly koalas to bounding kangaroos and majestic raptors. Elevate your journey beyond ordinary sightseeing; embrace history, nature, and cherished encounters all in one extraordinary experience.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Grants Picnic Ground

Pause for a delightful break at Grants Picnic Reserve in Sherbrooke Forest. Wander amid majestic Mountain Ash, & lush fern gullies. Encounter vivid rosellas, galahs, cockatoos, and perhaps a lyrebird.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Puffing Billy Railway

Enjoy a 1-hour steam train journey on Puffing Billy through lush rainforests, embracing the time-honored tradition of dangling your legs out of the train.

1 hour • Admission Included

What‘s Included

1 hour train journey on Puffing Billy Steam Train

All Fees and Taxes

Air-conditioned vehicle

Entry into Wildlife Park

Lunch is available to purchase on the day at a local cafe

Coffee, tea or beverages are available to purchase from a local cafe.

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1 day Puffing Billy Steam Train and Wildlife Tour from Melbourne

Reviews

4.68

206 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

165

Wonderful fun, nature and service!
charlesbS7641BD,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A wonderful day out. Healesville animals are fabulous with a well thought out dedicated care programme so as not to exploit them. Puffing Billy so much fun too. We were looked after by Margaret who was wonderful. Her short trip into the forest was inspirational. As if things couldn't get better, I stupidly lost some money on the bus and left it unknowingly. Yet 3 days later Margaret returned it to me having found it later. Great service and thank you Margaret!
Great Day Out
Jayne L,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Fabulous day to animal sanctuary and Puffing Billy was an amazing experience. Dandenong ranges are beautiful. Driver very informative throughout the excursion.
Highly engaging tour
Rosemarie P,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our trip was wonderfully relaxing and filled with fascinating moments. Mark, our guide, made the journey even more enjoyable with his engaging fun facts—especially the story about lyrebirds mimicking the sounds of the Puffing Billy train! The ride itself was a delightful way to immerse ourselves in the native bush, surrounded by stunning scenery and magnificent views. A highlight of the day was visiting Healesville Sanctuary. The Spirit of the Sky show was truly special, with the wedge-tailed eagle and the barking owl stealing the spotlight. Watching these majestic birds up close was both inspiring and unforgettable. Overall, it was an interesting, enriching, and beautifully paced experience and would highly recommend this tour!
Melbourne excursion
France A,,Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
The guide explains the steps of the day. Healesville Sanctuary very nice pictures of koalas and kangaroos. The Billy Shearwater train is a beautiful way to see the landscape. I recommend!
Wonderful experience to see animals and ride a steam train
congerg,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Pickup and dropoff are on time, our tour guide Gina is friendly and full of knowledge to share about Melbourne and surrounds. Healesville Sanctuary has a lot of adorable animals, in particular, it's great to see lyrebird, Tasmanian devil, wombat and echidna. Puffing Billy train ride is a wonderful experience even though it's not our first time riding it. The tour would be even better if we are given a bit more time to explore the rainforest at Grants Picnic Ground and the park at Lakeside station.
A puffing trip to penguins
elisabettapP7790NW,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was an amazing experience, Gina is so nice, a very welcoming and friendly guide, very careful about your needs. She gives you plenty of informations and advices about wildlife and your tour, moreover you can ask her all questions. Her driving is very safe and the soundtrack very appreciated as well😉
Highly recommend
Josh L,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a lot of fun. Gina provided great commentary and took fantastic pictures for us on the train. The wildlife park was an amazing experience that allowed us to get closer to the animals than a zoo would have. And it was really interesting to learn about the conservation efforts. The animal hospital in the park was also fascinating to see. The only downside to this was the rain, but thankfully it held off while we were on the train.
Aussie Wildlife & Puffing Billy day trip
suefV8668GK,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had a great day trip seeing Aussie wildlife & ride on Puffing Billy steam train through scenic views. Our guide Lillia was lovely & very informative. A throughly enjoyable & well run day 🙂
Anthony what an asset to the company
KarenB6209,,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great day out, our driver for the day Anthony was a really nice guy, he was very informative and shared story’s on the drive. He took the time to chat with all of us, checking that we was all ok. He made it a really fun and enjoyable day
Pretty good trip
Carolyn K,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
We enjoyed the wildlife park but felt the entrance fee ( included in our tour price) was expensive. The park is like a rabbit warren so make sure you know where the exit is if you have a departure schedule. Puffing Billy was great. Our guide was lovely as well. Very pleasant and calm young woman.