Where Can You Ride a Camel in Victoria
Most parts of Victoria are not a natural environment for camels but there are a few places where it may be possible to pretend you are Lawrence of Arabia and ride a camel.
Grampians Camel Rides (Halls Gap)
Grampians Camel Rides is a unique and memorable way to enjoy your visit to the Grampians. It is family fun for all ages and the short ride experience in the heart of Halls Gap, surrounded by the majestic Grampians is provided will leave you feeling inspired. The staff will provide you with a wealth of information about camels and their history in Australia.
Tours operate on holidays and weekends during the warmer months of the year.
Update July 2023: The owners of the business are travelling with their camel herd on the stock routes of outback NSW for 2 months, enjoying the raw Australian beauty. This means unfortunately THEY WON'T BE operating the camel rides in Halls Gap for the near future.
Port Fairy Camel Rides (Port Fairy)
Offers a unique, enjoyable experience riding loveable camels around George Dodds Reserve at Port Fairy.
They are operating over the 2023/24 summer period.
Peter Hodge Camel Hire & Training
Have a 85 acre Camel Farm in Cosgrove, near Shepparton and provide camels for events within 500km of the farm. Services include:
Lakes Entrance Beach Camel Rides (Lakes Entrance)
No longer operating.
