Three Fabulous Destinations

Sorrento

• Lose yourself along the  Bay Trail taking in the magnificent views of Port Philip Bay. We start the walk at an off leash beach for some splashing fun when stroll along an easy grade trail - no rush plenty of sniffing time for 4km. Bella the Dog Bus will have scooted ahead to have the individual picnic basket of goodies and blankets  all ready. Relax on the cliff tops of Sorrento with like minded Peeps and Paws.

Torquay

• A majestic 4 km walk from Bells Beach to Torquay, simply pawfect! Just take time to be with your dog, like minded folks and the seriously awesome views across Port Philip Bay and Bass Strait. This is an easy grade walk which is Doggo Pram Friendly. Bella will be waiting for you with an individual picnic basket of goodies when you reach Torquay. We have planned it all right down to the glass of Sparkling over lunch, so all you have to do is pop on those walking shoes and grab the lead.

Dandenongs

• Meeting time is 8:30am and we recommend you arrive 15minutes early for the essential dog socialising.
• Meet at Port Melbourne - Westport Reserve
• Please note it is not possible to join the tour at any other meeting point as we need to do the essential dog socialising before boarding Bella, besides we have so much fun on the bus.

Inclusions

• Individual picnic basket lunch of goodies catered to dietary requirements
• A picnic blanket on loan for the day
• Personal Dog Treat
• Human and Canine First Aid trained team with a bent for adventure fun
• Chauffeured on Bella the dog welcoming bus with climate control, dog seat belts, seat covers, blankets and plenty of space.
• Facilitated dog socialisation pre-boarding
• Water for all guests.
• Menus are seasonal and of an exceptional quality and quantity. Example menu may include;
  • Ancient grain salad with poached chicken or marinated tofu
  • Quiche or seasonal vegetable tart
  • Bakery item
  • Popcorn
  • Fruit
• Glass of Sparkling Wine
• We will take of all the preparation from Vet checks to booking the venue with your dietary requirements.
• All the awesome planning and preparation to make a fun day out  

What is not included

• Additional purchases at any of the venues.
• Picnic basket and blankets are on loan for the day.
• Tea and coffee.
• Photos from any photographic sessions
• Transport to and from meeting point.
• Please note it is not possible to join the tour at any other meeting point as we need to do the essential dog socialising before boarding Bella, besides we have so much fun on the bus.

Pesky but important information

• AFTER you have booked you will need to complete our Guest Details Form. This must  be completed for each adult and dog attending within 3 days of your booking. Your assistance with this is necessary for our preparation.
• If the forms for all guests (2 and 4 legged) are not provided in this time frame, a $50 admin fee applies. This is an essential part of our preparation to deliver your experience.
• All dogs must be desexed at the time of tour, sorry no exceptions for any reason. This is important to ensure all dogs are able to interact safely and respectfully.
• Dogs experience the world through scent and having de sexed and entire dogs together can cause issues
• All dogs must have a current vaccination for annual Canine Cough and to a 'C5 level'. We will contact your vet to verify these details from the information you provide in the Guest Details Form.
• All guests must be 18 years or over
• Only 2 dogs per person
• No retractable leads or correctional style collars as these can present hazards in groups and on the bus.
• It is essential your dog is in good health and able to socialise with other dogs and humans.
• Whilst we understand sometimes circumstances change, unfortunately there are no refunds once a booking has been made.
• If the tour is cancelled due to extreme weather we will transfer you to the next available date.
• If you cannot make the date you have booked, we must receive 2 weeks notice to transfer you to date
• If 2 weeks notice is not able to be provided there is a $50 administration fee per booking.
• There are no transfers within 3 days of the tour date and 100% of the ticket price will be forfeited if you are not able to attend
• If the tour is cancelled due to low booking numbers, you will be advised on the Thursday prior to the weekend via email. A refund can only be processed back onto the credit card used to pay for the booking.
• If the tour is cancelled due to weather, you will be advised on the Thursday prior to the weekend via email and offered an alternative date.

Full T&C's HERE

Dietary

• We can cater for most dietary requirements, please specify this in the booking form including any food allergies.
• Please bring any medications you require with you on the day.

Sorrento

• All paths are doggy pram friendly and guided by our team
• Total walking distance is 4km

Torquay

• All paths are doggy pram friendly and guided by our team
• Bells Beach to Torquay - easy grade path - Total distance 5.7km.
• Stop at toilets and walk to start of path - distance - 1.5km. Option to get back on bus and go to Jan Juc
• Bells Beach to Jan Juc off leash beach- Distance - 2.8km
• Jan Juc off lead beach - walk across sand, up stairs 700m. Option to get back on bus at this point
• Jan Juc off lead beach to Torquay - along paths - distance - 1km

Dandenongs

• All paths doggy pram friendly and guided by our team
• Walk from Cockatoo to Emerald - Total Distance - 5km
• 100m of a relatively steep fully paved path
• Option to stay on bus and do a 1km walk around Emerald rather than 5km trail

Hanging Rock

• All paths are doggy pram friendly and can be self guided or by our team
• Base and Creek Walk - Total distance - 4.1km
• Base walk around rock - Total distance - 1.8km
• Creek walk - Total distance - 2.3km
• Summit Walk - dogs remain on bus with our team - Total distance - 1.8km. Steep walk

• We offer small group boutique style tours where you get to meet  other Peeps and Paws. This provides for a welcoming environment for solo travellers and friends alike.
• Bella The Dog Friendly Bus has 45 seats, so you will have plenty of room with larger dogs getting 2 seats
• This tour is capped at 15 dogs