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Creatures of the Night: A Perth-to-Dryandra After‑Dark Safari Under the Milky Way
A guided, nocturnal conservation outing from Perth to Dryandra Woodlands that pairs a forest picnic and guided Barna Mia night tour with stargazing and a chance to see endangered Australian mammals.
Creatures of the Night: A Perth-to-Dryandra After‑Dark Safari Under the Milky Way.
From Perth you cross into the Western Australian wheatbelt and into Dryandra Woodlands, a conservation refuge home to more than 850 plant species, over 100 bird species and 24 mammals — including the endangered numbat and other iconic animals such as echidnas, brush‑tailed wallabies, woylies, quendas and chuditch. The tour combines a daytime bush walk, a forest picnic at sunset and a guided night visit to Barna Mia, a dedicated wildlife sanctuary, finishing with stargazing beneath the Milky Way.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Scenic wheatbelt drive into Dryandra Woodlands
A scenic drive from Perth moves through native forest and the Wheatbelt into Dryandra Woodlands, a biodiversity hotspot whose native bush serves as habitat for dozens of mammal and bird species and hundreds of plants.
Barna Mia: guided nocturnal sanctuary tour
The tour’s focal point is a guided nocturnal visit to Barna Mia wildlife sanctuary for a presentation and an after‑dark guided walk to observe endangered native animals at feeding time — an experience highlighted as a guaranteed wildlife sighting.
Forest picnic and stargazing
Before nightfall the group shares a picnic (barbecue) dinner in the forest with wine and cold drinks; the evening closes with stargazing and an opportunity for astrophotography of the Milky Way and shooting stars.
What the day feels like
How the night unfolds
You’ll be collected in Perth for a drive through native forest and the wheatbelt to Dryandra Woodlands, take a guided bush walk to look for native animals and wildflowers, share a barbecue picnic in the forest at sunset, then join Barna Mia for a wildlife presentation and a guided nocturnal tour to see endangered animals at feeding time — the evening ends with stargazing under a dark southern sky.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this night safari suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Hat and sunglasses for daytime, comfortable walking shoes, warm clothes for the evening and a water bottle are recommended.
A barbecue picnic dinner is provided in the forest; advise the operator of any dietary requirements in advance.
Prepare for cooler night temperatures with layers and warm clothing for the stargazing portion of the tour.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The experience is an extended day‑into‑night outing; consult the operator for exact timings for your booking.
Where does the tour depart from?
Pickup is available from multiple locations in Perth City; the operator offers flexible pickup locations.
Is there an age limit for children?
Children must be at least 5 years old to join the tour.
Will I definitely see animals on the night tour?
The tour includes a guided visit to Barna Mia wildlife sanctuary at feeding time, which is designed to allow observation of endangered native animals.
Can you cater for dietary requirements?
Yes — the barbecue picnic dinner can accommodate dietary requirements if advised to the operator in advance.
Can I take photos of the stars with my phone?
Yes — the itinerary includes stargazing and an opportunity to take photos of the Milky Way and shooting stars with a phone.