Destination Guides

Australia's Best Birding Regions

In-depth guides to the regions, habitats, and access points that give Australian birding its extraordinary character. From remote wilderness to accessible day trips.

East Gippsland, VictoriaGuided tours available

Mallacoota & East Gippsland

Where Victoria's ancient forests meet the sea — one of Australia's last great wilderness birding frontiers.

Key birds

Glossy Black-CockatooSuperb LyrebirdWhite-bellied Sea-EagleOspreyAustralian PelicanRoyal Spoonbill+6 more

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Central Gippsland, Victoria

Gippsland Lakes & Bairnsdale Region

Australia's largest inland waterway system — a birder's haven of wetlands, heathlands, and coastal forest.

Key birds

Australian PelicanAustralasian GannetLittle TernCrested TernWhite-bellied Sea-EagleBrolga+6 more

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