Geelong Nature Festival – Discovery Tours

Discover the Walk This Nature Festival – Free Guided Tours!

As part of the 2025 Geelong Nature Festival – Explore and Restore, we’re offering two free guided walking tours of the Kevin Hoffman Walk—an ideal chance to discover this hidden gem in Lara.

Join your friendly hosts Beverley and Linda on Sunday 13 July for a relaxed and informative stroll through this beautiful native garden oasis alongside Hovells Creek. You’ll hear the story of how the Walk was created, learn about Kevin Hoffman’s passion for Australian native plants, and discover how the creek continues to shape the landscape today.

There’ll be plenty of opportunities to spot local birdlife, take photos, ask questions, and enjoy the peaceful surrounds.

Tour Times

🕚 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
🕜 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

📍 Meet at the main entrance:
65 Walkers Road, Lara – Wadawurrung Country

What to Bring

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Weather appropriate clothing
• Water bottle
• Insect repellent (optional)
• Binoculars if you enjoy bird watching
• Camera if you enjoy photography, especially if you would love to enter our next photo competition

All ages welcome – children must be accompanied by an adult.

Bookings Are Essential

Yes, even though it’s free!
Places are limited and must be secured through the Geelong Nature Festival website.

👉 Click here to book your spot

We’d love to welcome you along—and if you feel inspired to support the Walk, donations are always appreciated to help us keep this special space thriving.

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🌿 P.S. Curious about what else is happening during the festival?
Check out our full festival blog post here for more info on the Family Fun Day and over 40 nature-based events happening across the region.