Many of these activities are best conducted either on the day of arrival or departure to minimise bus costs.

Sunnystones however does not endorse or take any responsibility for participants who wish to undertake these off site activities.

SOVEREIGN HILL

Located in Ballarat this well-known excursion takes almost a full day.  A visit to the nearby Ballarat Wildlife Park, where children can handle native animals, can be squeezed in on the same day but is best done as a separate activity.

WERRIBEE OPEN RANGE ZOO

Be immersed amongst 200 hec. of magnificent grasslands enjoy a 50 min safari and close up views of rhinoceros, giraffe, zebra, antelopes hippos and much more. Situated only 30 mins from Melbourne and just 45 min from Sunnystones.

WERRIBEE LERDERDERG GORGE CIRCUIT WALK

Both Werribee and Lerderderg Gorge offer a range of beautiful walks highlighting the brilliant flora and fauna in the surrounding areas.  The walks in both of the areas are set along the Lerderderg and Werribee river.  Both have stimulating picnic spots along with excellent toilet and picnic facilities.
MAPS: Parks Victoria maps are available on request.

CITY VISITS

Sunnystones is just 45 minutes from the City of Melbourne.  Why not combine your stay here with a visit to the new Melbourne Museum, Aquarium, Scienceworks, Zoo or Art Gallery.  Train or bus transport can be arranged from Sunnystones.

ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND

Many schools like to take a picnic lunch for their last day.  We are able to recommend some excellent Adventure Playgrounds in the area that make a great spot to stop, one of these spots is Maddingley Park, ask Sunnystones staff for directions.