The striking Grampians National Park is one of Victoria’s most popular holiday destinations. This renowned 168,000 ha mountain range is home for almost a third of Victoria's indigenous plant species. The Grampians offers some of the most amazing views and magnificent natural beauty to be found in Australia. Experience close encounters with fauna such as, Kangaroo’s and Wallabies, Emus, Echidnas and reptiles, ensuring an enjoyable and valued experience.
The Park also contains over 100 Koori art sites and is rich European history. Aboriginal occupation of the Grampians dates back beyond 5,000 years and the area contains the majority of Aboriginal rock art sites in south-east Australia.
The park is particularly important for its abundance of bird species. The low open shrubby woodlands in the park support many nectar-feeding birds, and tall open forests which are important for hollow-dependent species, such as the Powerful Owl. Large populations of Emus are found throughout the lowland areas.
Over 40 species of mammal have been recorded in the park. They include Kangaroos, Possums, Gliders, Echidnas and Koalas. The park supports populations of Red-necked Wallabies and Grey Kangaroos, and a growing population of Black Wallabies
The park contains over 900 indigenous plant species. Twenty of these, including the Grampians Gum and Grampians Parrot-pea, are found nowhere else in the world. Fire plays a major role in the ecology of the Grampians' vegetation and fauna.
Day four itinerary
A full day tour of the Grampians National Park, the spectacular panoramas and ancient rugged rocky escarpments, are a sight to behold including:
Mt William is the highest point in the park and provides great 360-degree views of mountain ranges and open plains.
Reed Lookout - Take in stunning views over the Victoria Valley, Lake Wartook and the Mt Difficult Range. This area and the Balconies walk are also wonderful for wildflowers during late winter and spring.
The Balconies are two sandstone rocks jutting from a Grampians cliff face. Nicknamed the Jaws of Death, these sheer formations are a great place to take in panoramic views south to the Victoria Valley.
Mackenzie Falls - The view that awaits you at the end of this steep trail is spectacular. Enormous torrents of water cascade over huge cliffs into a deep pool, sending fine sprays of rainbow mist high into the air above a stunning gorge. The waterfalls are flowing all year.
Broroka Lookout - A short walk to view the spectacular Wonderland and Mt William Ranges. Views of the picturesque village of Halls Gap, nestled between the mountain ranges are excellent.
Victoria Valley - Drive to explore ‘off track’ to discover it’s wild and remote landscapes including native flora and fauna rarely seen by visitors.
Native Fauna and flora abound
Round swamp, Sheet of water and Genelg River Wetlands
Aussie BBQ lunch enjoyed in the parks serenity.
