Into the Woodlands Birdwatching Tour

About this event

Explore Mt Rothwell Sanctuary in Little River on a guided walk and discover rare woodland birds inside a unique predator-free safe haven. Rich in tree hollows, fallen timber and diverse understory shrubs, thanks to being protected from invasive predators, Mt Rothwell Sanctuary supports an exceptional diversity of birdlife, with around 130 species recorded. Depending on the season, you may encounter wedge-tailed eagles, rainbow bee-eaters, zebra finches, southern whitefaces, eastern barn owls, restless flycatchers, white-winged trillers, brown-headed honeyeaters and much more. The sanctuary is also home to a captive breeding and reintroduction program for the critically endangered bush stone-curlew, with around 20 individuals now roaming freely across the 473-hectare reserve. Whilst not a feathered friend, you will also certainly spot the critically endangered southern brush-tailed rock-wallaby among the rocky outcrops (less than 100 left in the wild). Info • Host: Lucy Farmer, birdwatching enthusiast • Walks commence at 8:30am on designated Sundays during summer • Duration: approximately 3 hours • Basic level of fitness required • Includes uneven tracks and a moderate hill climb What to bring • Water and any light snacks you may need • Weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy, enclosed footwear • Binoculars and cameras are highly encouraged! Tickets • $66 including GST per person • Participants must be 12 years and over Please note • Smoking is not permitted during the tour • Birding requires suitable weather conditions. If the forecast is unfavourable, the tour will be rescheduled. We will provide as much notice as possible (at least 24 hours). • Please include your phone number when purchasing tickets so we can contact you if the tour needs to be rescheduled. Directions • There are multiple Mt Rothwell Roads in Little River, and Google Maps may sometimes take you the wrong way. • To ensure you arrive correctly, enter 5 Mt Rothwell Road, Little River, and make sure it directs you to the dirt road off Little River–Ripley Road. Alternatively, you can search for Mt Rothwell Safe Haven. Access • You will see two gates. The first gate will be closed but unlocked. Please drive through and close it behind you. • Continue to the second gate and park in the area before it. There are usually other cars parked here. • Use the pedestrian gate to enter the sanctuary. • Walk towards the buildings. The second building on your right is the Interpretation Centre. This is where you will meet your guide.