The Explorer - Cranbourne Gardens

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From AUD 15

4.80
124 reviews

Overview

Available languages

English

25 minutes

Mobile ticket

The Explorer is the most convenient way to navigate Cranbourne's 15 hectare Australian Garden as part of the Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne. The perfect snapshot experience whether you are visiting the Gardens for a full day excursion or looking to break the journey en route to Phillip Island. Departing from the main Visitor Centre this informative and engaging experience explores all the major highlights of one of Victoria's best kept secrets.

The Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria at Cranbourne Gardens

Cnr Ballarto Road and Botanic Drive, Cranbourne, (off South Gippsland Highway).

Melway Ref: 133 K10

GPS - 1161 Ballarto Road, Cranbourne (Junction Village)

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Infants (age 0-4) are free of charge when sat on a knee.

Kids Explorer: Children ride FREE on the Kids Explorer Bus during the school holidays. Experience amazing sights, sounds and scents as you cruise through the Australian Garden on this tour designed especially for families.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Professional guide

Driver/guide

Live commentary on board

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Transportation to/from attractions

Options

The Explorer

Duration: 25 minutes
The Explorer: 25 minute tour of Cranbourne Gardens with live commentary. Departs next to the Visitor Centre

Reviews

4.80

124 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Great tour

    Ian B,

    Feb 12, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    An excellent introduction to the gardens and landscape given by a friendly and informative guide. A great way to get to know the gardens before stepping out on foot.

  • Poor service

    sareesh k,

    Jan 28, 2025

    - Viator

    1.00

    School holiday free for kids, but viator charged for kids as well.. Requested refund. But viator not ready to pay back.

  • Cranbourne Botanical Gardens

    Gillian R,

    Jan 10, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Beautiful gardens to explore. Our bus driver Peter was great and had amazing knowledge. We had a lovely day and even saw a wallaby ❤️

  • Cranbourne Botanical Garden’s visit

    Rosemary E,

    May 30, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    Wonderful native botanical plants and garden, winding paths, water scapes lovely level walking paths. Little garden scenes . Bus ride and commentary Beas excellent. Great for all ages fitness and abilities Great cafe too

  • The bus experience made...

    Kasia K,

    Apr 11, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    The bus experience made it much more interesting for the kids. Our driver was very entertaining and knowledgeable.