VCE Bats Paddle @ Yarra Bend Park

VCE Bats Paddle @ Yarra Bend Park
From AUD $73.00
  • Duration: 150 Minutes (approx.)
  • Location: Fairfield, Vic
  • Product code: OEBat

Embark on a transformative 1/2 day trip with our VCE Outdoor Education excursion to Yarra Bend Park. Led by expert instructors, students delve into hands-on exploration, paddling through the park's serene waters and collaborating with more than human worlds.  We will travel through the bat colony.

Students witness the breathtaking sight of thousands of fruit bats taking flight, guided by our knowledgeable staff to understand the intricacies of wildlife behavior and ecosystem dynamics.

Through insightful discussions and immersive experiences, students deepen their connection to the natural world, gaining valuable insights into environmental science and biodiversity conservation.

Teachers, join us in empowering your students to become environmental stewards, equipped with a passion for conservation and a profound understanding of our interconnectedness with nature.

Discover the educational opportunities awaiting at Yarra Bend Park and ignite a lifelong love for learning and environmental stewardship.

Meet Fairfield Boathouse Carpark

We will familiarise ourselves with the environment, get organised and walk the  boats down to the river. when we are all ready we will get on the Birrarung and familiarise ourselves with the boats.      The group will then paddle through the bat colony   on a 5 km Journey.

Pull out opposite Studley Park Boat House.

To get back home

  • Option 1, Staff member drives the bus to the pull out and walks back to join the group prior to departure (35 min) 
  • Option 2, During backup one staff member walks back for the bus (30 min walk)
  • Option 3, Group walk back to the start (30 min walk)
If taking public transport the Fairfield boat house is a 15 min walk from Fairfield station.   At the end the group can walk 45 min back to Fairfield Station or 10 min to Johnston St to catch the bus to Kew Junction or into the City. 


End: Fairfield Boat house Carpark.

Included 

  • Teachers lunch
  • All paddling gear
  • All permits and insurance
  • Guide (VIT rëgîsted on request)
  • Hot Drink
  • Paperwork support for School complinace.
  • GPS messaging system.
  • Drybags

To Bring

  • Students
  • Water bottles 
  • 1st aid ( we will support you with 1st aid )
  • Personal gear
  • Keep Cup
  • Transport (Close to Public transport or by Mini Bus)