Naturewise Conservation Holidays

Make a difference as you travel

Conservation Volunteers offers Naturewise Conservation Holidays – quality, small group ecotour experiences where you get to make a real difference to the conservation of Australia’s unique environment. Naturewise embraces the principles of responsible travel combining conservation with exploration. Our aim is to connect visitors with Australia's beautiful and unique natural areas, while helping to ensure their future preservation. Our Naturewise programs are award recognised and ECO certified.

Naturewise Conservation Holidays range from two days to two weeks. Each program offers the opportunity to visit unique destinations, get close to nature and explore the great outdoors, while contributing to conservation. The time spent undertaking conservation activities typically makes up 30 – 40% of the trip with the other time spent touring such as bush walks, Island tours, wildlife viewing and visiting National Parks. No experience is required to participate in a Naturewise program, though you should be reasonably fit and active and declare any pre-existing medical conditions at the time of booking. 

Program prices include accommodation, meals, program leader, transfers from the designated pick up point, park or reserve entry fees and scheduled activities. All programs are led by an experienced guide, and on some programs you are joined by visiting researchers.  

Click here to view the Naturewise Conservation Holiday online brochure.

Naturewise destinations are chosen for their significant natural and cultural features. We currently operate in each State and Territory across Australia:

 Program

Duration

Activity

Price (From)

 

Australian Capital Territory

*NEW* Tidbinbilla

1 night

Wildlife research & guided walks

$450 / person

 

New South Wales

Montague Island Nature Reserve

2 nights

3 nights

Penguin surveys & wildlife viewing

$600 / person

$1,318 per room

 

Northern Territory

Cobourg Peninsula - Arnhem Land

4 nights

Marine debris surveys

$630 / person

Sea Turtle Monitoring

14 nights

Green sea turtle research

$1,120 / person

 

South Australia (Kangaroo Island)

Pelican Lagoon Research & Wildlife Centre

4 nights

Wildlife and habitat monitoring

$1,480 / person

Discovery Weekend

2 nights

Wildlife and habitat monitoring

$450 / person

 

Tasmania

Bruny Island

1 night

Habitat restoration for endangered species

$440 / person

Tasmania Experience

6 days

Penguin surveys & guided walks

$900 / person

 

Victoria

*NEW* Eastern Barred Bandicoot Monitoring

2 nights Small mammal monitoring $375 / person

Spring Mammal Monitoring Grampians National Park

3 nights

6 nights

Small mammal trapping

$560 / person

$1,100 / person

Great Ocean Conservation Walk

2 nights

Guided walks & native vegetation restoration

$900 / person

Wilsons Promontory Small Mammal Monitoring

4 nights

Small mammal trapping

*New*

 

Western Australia

*NEW* Pender Bay Whale Research

6 nights

13 nights

Whale surveys

$698 / person

$1,396 / person

Eco Beach Turtle Monitoring

5 nights

7 nights

Flatback turtle research

$1080 / person

$1,440 / person

Naturewise Conservation Holidays offer:

  • Quality ecotour experiences, owned and operated by Australia’s leading not for profit conservation organisation - Conservation Volunteers Australia
  • A mix of active conservation, outdoor exploration and relaxation
  • An interactive learning experience
  • High standard meals and accommodation
  • Small group travel for up to ten people
  • Exclusive, behind the scenes experiences
  • The assurance that the program price includes a direct contribution to Conservation
  • A fun and rewarding travel experience

Group Bookings - Are you interested in getting a group together for a holiday or special occasion? For more information on group bookings, please click here.

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It’s easy to get involved - simply:
  • Click on the program that you are interested in then read the program details
  • Carefully read the programs specific Booking terms & Conditions
  • Complete a program specific Online Application Form
  • Once your booking is confirmed you will be sent further tour and pre departure information in the mail
  • Any questions? Check out our FAQ, email bookings@naturewise.com.au or Freecall 1800 032 501.
 
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