Kinglake National Park Naturewise Experience

Description

Conservation is king at Kinglake National Park! Located only 65km north of Melbourne, this beautiful park lies on the slopes of the Great Dividing Range, offering dramatic views of the Melbourne skyline, Port Philip Bay, the Yarra Valley and across to the You Yangs. Abounding in native flora and fauna, Kinglake National Park provides the ideal setting for conservation activities, including wildlife monitoring, post bushfire rehabilitation work and data collection.

In February 2009, 98 percent of Kinglake National Park was burnt by the Black Sunday bushfires. This Naturewise trip provides a great opportunity to help contribute to the work critical for the long term recovery and management of the National Park. You will play an important part in the recovery efforts as you work alongside Parks Victoria staff to collect important data relating to the location and numbers of native fauna, including the Brush Tail Phascogales and the Superb Lyrebirds – renowned for their attractive courtship displays and ability to mimic almost any sound in the forest.

Day 1 Depart Melbourne for Kinglake National Park. Experience the beautiful Masons Falls before continuing on to our accommodation, the beautiful Karma Kinglake. Following a briefing from the Parks Victoria Ranger on the conservation program, spend the afternoon undertaking important conservation work amongst the serene scenery of Kinglake National Park. Enjoy an evening spotlight walk to Wombelano Falls, and a tasty dinner at Karma Kinglake.(LD)

Day 2 Depart at 8am to work alongside our environmental experts to take part in the important conservation work to help protect the local wildlife. Following lunch, we depart for Melbourne via Healesville Sanctuary, where we visit the native flora and fauna and experience the spectacular ‘Spirits of the Sky’ show. The expected arrival time into Melbourne is 6pm. (BL)

Meal Code: B – breakfast L – lunch D – dinner

Useful Information

What to Bring: Standard comfortable outdoor and walking gear as detailed below.

Long sleeved shirt and trousers,  casual and comfortable clothing, waterproof hiking boots or closed toe walking shoes, a comfortable pair of shoes to relax in after the outdoor activities,  day pack, personal water bottle, warm clothing (beanie, gloves, thermals, fleece tops etc.), waterproof jacket and pants, personal toiletries, insect repellent, wide brimmed sun hat and broad spectrum sunscreen (factor 30+), sunglasses, any personal medication and any personal items you may require.

This program is graded easy. It includes hands-on conservation activities where an early morning start is expected, and that involve walking up to 2 kilometres per day.

Return transfers are provided from Melbourne city. The vehicle used for this research program is a 4WD Troopy with side facing seats up to 8 people. Trip involves driving on windy roads so please take appropriate medication/precaution if you suffer from motion sickness.

Accommodation is provided in the stylish, fully self-contained ‘Nests’ at Karma Kinglake. The nests are hand-built from local and natural materials. Each nest has its own living room with a cozy wood fire heater, split system air-conditioning, flat screen TV, a covered deck area with outdoor seating, citronella candles and a Weber BBQ. It is the perfect place to accommodate your needs, rejuvenate your mind and nourish your body and soul. Private twin or double room featuring two single beds or a Queen sized bed with linen and bath towels.

All meals are catered for during the program. The participants will be required to assist with preparing some of the meals during the trip. If you have any dietary requirements, please advise us at least 7 days in advance. If you have very specific dietary needs you may need to provide your own food; please discuss this in advance with our reservations department. You will also have the chance to buy your own drinks, snacks etc. from roadside stops.

Alcoholic beverages are not provided as part of the package; however you are more than welcome to BYO alcoholic beverages for your stay. There are facilities in Kinglake for you to purchase beverages and basic items should you need to.

 

Contact

• Conservation Volunteers
• Phone: 1800 032 501
• Phone: 03 5330 2600
• Email: bookings@naturewise.com.au
• Website: http://www.conservationvolunteers.com.au/get-involved/holidays/yarravalleykinglakenationalpark

• Cost: $420
• Booking required

• Kinglake National Park, VIC Kinglake National Park, Kinglake West, Victoria, Australia

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