Yarra Valley: Wine and Wildlife

Travel is subject to one’s appetites, wants and preferences. Some people love adventure. Others seek culture. Some go to different places in search of a perfect meal. And, some others take time just to see the view. Whatever your thrill, there’s one place that may just have it all and more: Yarra Valley. Here are a few things that you should not miss out on: Healesville Sanctuary is one stop that you should not miss if you are in the area. Make it a point to set aside at least a day to go around the park. The sanctuary has different kinds of tours you can choose from. They will allow you to interact, play and even feed the different animals living on the grounds. Get a chance to pet and feed wallabies, possums, wombats and wild Tasmanian devils. If you book in advance, you may even be able to swim with the resident platypus of the zoo. Their shows also include interacting with Eagles and other large birds. The place is clean and well-maintained. If you are hungry, their café offers a range of locally-sourced food that you and your family will enjoy. If you are planning to spend a night or two in the area, visit www.experienceyarravalley.com.au for info on healesville accommodation. Spending a day or two in the area is worth the effort of the travel. If you are into trekking and camping, head over to one of the national parks in the yalley. You can either go to the Yarra Ranges National Park, Toolangi State Forest or Kinglake National Park. Stroll through ancient trees and scale the peaks of snow-capped mountains. You can also snowboard or ski these places during winter. The yarra valley is a nature lovers dream, whether you want something adventurous or something simple like an afternoon picnic. Yarra Glen is ‘the Heart of Yarra Valley’. This town is home to notable restaurants, wineries and hotels in the region. The town offers a Food, Wine and Craft Market for everyone every second Sunday of the month. Taste the local fare and sample the best wine that this wine country has to offer. There is more to Yarra Valley than just the wild animals. With a well-cultivated land comes great food. Yarra Glen showcases many different restaurants fit for any palate. It’s a food lovers slice of paradise. Moreover, aside from a wide range of restaurants, the region boosts of about 40 different wineries that you can go to. Whether you are wine connoisseur or just newbie, you will enjoy this town. Sample all the Syrah, cabernet, Pinot, Merlots and Malbec bottles that you like. Go to a wine tour or two. It’s one thing you should not miss out when you are in this valley. Check their homepage for info where to stay and what to do in the area. Clean air, idyllic scenes of nature, great food, and great wine. What more could one ask for? It is a must visit destination that any serious traveler should see once in their life.