The Explorer - Cranbourne Gardens

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Touring the Australian Garden on The Explorer

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Overview

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)

What's Included

  • Driver/guide
  • Live commentary on board
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions
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Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
Ballarto Road and Botanic Drive, Cranbourne, Victoria 3977, Australia

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Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

The Explorer at Cranbourne Gardens Discover the iconic Australian landscape and enjoy live commentary in the comfort of an open-air minibus. From the Red Sand Garden, journey along the east coast of the Australian Garden before winding back through the Peppermint Garden.The experience lasting 25 minutes provides a wealth of interesting and engaging content including landscape stories, gardens history, cultural significance and nature interpretation. Highlights of the tour include:  • Red Sand Garden • Howson Hill • Ian Potter Lake • Arid Garden • Dry River BedIncluded within your ticket is the flexibility to hop off at various stops within the Australia Garden. If you fancy a stroll at any one of the highlights we welcome the freedom to continue your experience with one of our later departures by jumping back on board later in the day. (This option is subject to availability on the day).
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Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Explorer – Cranbourne Gardens?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (AEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-88020P13

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4.86
132 reviews

Average 4.86 out of 5 stars based on 132 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures® and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Explorer – Cranbourne Gardens?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (AEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Driver/guide.
  • Live commentary on board.
  • Professional guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Transportation to/from attractions.
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Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This adventure requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This adventure requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible adventure?
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Accessibility information for the The Explorer - Cranbourne Gardens is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The Explorer – Cranbourne Gardens will be included in your confirmation email from Top10Adventures®. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Driver/guide
  • Live commentary on board
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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