Discover Yarra Valley’s ‘must visit’ gem!

Nestled in lush woodlands, Rayner’s Orchard offers an enchanting escape, a truly unique and immersive experience for visitors of all ages. , Rayner’s is celebrated for cultivating over 450 varieties of fruits, with 8 to 10 varieties available every day of the year.  Indeed, this 37-acre orchard is unique in that, it is the only farm in the Yarra Valley to have fruit all year round.

Enjoy the best of the best tree-ripened fruit in season (nothing is cool-store ripened). Each season, there’s always something fresh and delicious to enjoy including: peaches, nectarines, plums, apricots, tamarillo, pomegranate, persimmon, pepino, feijoa, guava, kiwi fruit, dutch medlar and various citrus throughout winter.

Orchard Tours and U-Pick Adventures

Take an expertly guided orchard tour aboard comfortable tractor trailers, pausing en route to pick and eat unlimited fruit, including exotic varieties. Guides share fascinating insights into the world of fruit farming along the way. After the tour, explore the fruit tree nursery and discover how fruit trees are cultivated.

In Spring, Blossom tours offer a visual treat of blooming trees, perfect for photography enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Family friendly activities 

Children and adults can Interact with farm animals and enjoy feeding sessions, play with friendly farm dogs known for their charming tricks and even try their hand at macadamia nut cracking and tasting.

Café and Function Space 

Stay and unwind in the onsite Café to enjoy farm-style meals and fruit ice creams, all crafted with fresh ingredients grown on-site. Select from the unique range of fruit jams and sauces to take home as a delightful reminder of the Rayner’s Orchard visit.

Rayner’s Orchard is also an excellent venue for events, offering a function hall suitable for all types of gatherings. With a fleet of six tractors and trailers, the orchard can host up to 150 visitors per hour, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for groups of any size.

Educational School Programs

Rayner’s Orchard offers school programs every day of the year. Designed to be both fun and educational, these programs cater to students from Prep to Year 12 and are tailored to suit their specific needs and age groups. These hands-on programs offer valuable insights into agriculture, sustainability, and the journey of food from farm to table, making learning both enjoyable and impactful.

Students can explore a variety of engaging topics, including:

• How food goes from farm to table
• Types of fruit trees
• Tasting different types and varieties of fruit
• Sustainable farming practices
• Environmental conservation
• Soil health and water management
• Crop selection and management
• Pest and disease control
• Farm equipment and technology
• Post-harvest management
• Key challenges in farming