Walk beneath towering Mountain Ash in Eastern Sherbrooke Forest, then swap trail dust for tasting paddles across Yarra Valley wineries, a craft brewery and the acclaimed Four Pillars gin distillery. This full‑day small-group tour blends wildlife viewing with local food and drink.
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Morning fog lifts off St Kilda Road as the small bus hums east and the city gives way to rolling farmland. Within an hour you’re under a cathedral of Mountain Ash in Eastern Sherbrooke Forest: trunks streaked silver, damp ferns brushing your calves, and the occasional lyrebird tail flicking like a practiced performer.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
10 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness required: able to handle uneven ground and short climbs over 6.6 km while standing for tastings.
Wildlife
History
This landscape sits on Wurundjeri country; the Dandenong Ranges later supported a timber industry that harvested Mountain Ash in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Conservation
The area is actively managed for habitat restoration and fire resilience—stay to marked trails, pack out waste, and respect wildlife during encounters.
Reserve your spot on the Small Eco Tour (8 ppl) - Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges Hike today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wear grippy shoes
Trails include wet boardwalks and muddy sections—sturdy hiking shoes or trail runners improve traction and comfort.
Carry water and snacks
Bring at least 1L of water for the 6.6 km hike; organic snacks are provided but extra fuel helps on cooler mornings.
Layer for changeable weather
Bring a lightweight waterproof and insulating midlayer—temperatures can swing between forest shade and sunny valley tasting rooms.
Pace for wildlife
Move quietly near gullies and look for Lyrebirds shortly after arrival or near damp gullies; avoid flash photography to reduce disturbance.
Hiking shoes or sturdy trail runners
Provide traction on wet boardwalks, mud and short uphill sections.
1 L water bottle (refillable)
Keeps you hydrated on the hike and between tastings.
summer
Light waterproof jacket
Protects against sudden rain under the forest canopy and valley showers.
spring
Sun hat & sunscreen
Useful for exposed winery lunches and walking between venues.
summer