by Janine Duffy | June 8, 2019 | Wildlife Journey East Gippsland
Australia’s butterflies are beautiful and interesting. Almost half of the 416+ butterflies found in Australia are endemic – ie. they live nowhere else (1). But where and when is best to see butterflies in southern Australia? The best places to see butterflies...
by Janine Duffy | March 3, 2019 | Bird News, Wildlife Journey East Gippsland
Mealtimes are great times for watching beautiful birds and other wildlife in Australia. On the Wildlife Journey we take most of our meals outside in nature for this reason. Travel usually involves moving from place to place, but when we eat, we stop. Wildlife feels...
by Janine Duffy | February 27, 2019 | Wildlife, Wildlife Journey East Gippsland
There are two simple rules for respecting and protecting wild animals: Not Too Close and Never Encircle. Let me explain by telling a true story that happened on my most recent Wildlife Journey: After a long and exciting drive from Melbourne to Raymond Island, East...
by Janine Duffy | January 12, 2019 | Conservation Projects
In Australia, travelling on a multi-day overnight tour you are more likely to spend time in authentic non-touristy places, meet and connect with interesting local people and see more wildlife. Overnight tours are also more ethical and responsible – they...
by Janine Duffy | December 31, 2018 | Bird News, Maximum Wildlife
It’s a sight we never tire of. Years ago, a tiny colourful red bird flew into a tree by a picnic table beside Mallacoota Inlet, Australia. We were having sundowners with a tour group from Canada, and we couldn’t believe our luck. Everyone was so excited. Back...
