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Watching koalas on Raymond island

Wildlife in Raymond Island, VIC
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Just a short ferry ride from Paynesville there is Raymond island - home to about 300 free living koalas. The island is pretty small and it’s easy to walk around, making koala spotting in their natural habitat a breeze.

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Munbilla Walkerville

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per night
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Fabio
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Munbilla Walkerville

Tarwin Lower, VIC • Sleeps 12
100% Recommended
$2,000
per night
Fabio
Story by Fabio

Beekeepers Ocean Front 640 Acre Sanctuary

Tarwin Lower, VIC • Sleeps 10
100% Recommended
$950
per night
Lisa
Story by Lisa
Popular

The Tiny @ Tarcoola

Tynong North, VIC • Sleeps 2
100% Recommended
$264
per night

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