Welcome to Rayner’s Orchard. Set in Victoria’s stunning Yarra Valley, our farm offers Fruit Adventure Tours, a delightful café, and a thriving plant nursery. Here, an authentic taste of Australian country life is just an hour’s journey from Melbourne. Begin your fruit-filled adventure with us today.
We offer fruit picking every day of the year, with at least eight varieties always available.
Uncover the magic of the Yarra Valley, a region renowned for its sprawling vineyards, abundant wildlife, and idyllic landscapes. This captivating area delights visitors with its unique combination of natural allure and cultural vibrancy, making it a popular destination in Victoria.
Located within this stunning region is Rayner’s Orchard, a family-run boutique fruit farm that grows a staggering variety of over 450 types of fruit. Celebrated for its immersive Fruit Adventure Tours, inviting café, and extensive nursery, Rayner’s Orchard isn’t just a tourist attraction – it’s a testament to the diverse bounty of nature and the virtues of sustainable farming.
Rayner’s Orchard benefits from its prime location, allowing you to pair your visit with a range of other iconic Yarra Valley and Victorian attractions.
A short 30-minute drive brings you to the Yarra Glen wineries, where you can indulge in some of Australia’s finest wines. If you’re keen on meeting native Australian wildlife, the Healesville Sanctuary is just 15 minutes away.
A mere hour’s journey will take you back to the vibrant cityscape of Melbourne, giving you the best of both urban and rural Victoria. If you’re in the mood for a scenic drive, the enchanting Dandenong Ranges are reachable within 20 minutes.
For those who cherish heritage, the Puffing Billy, a century-old steam train that winds through the Dandenongs, is also a 20-minute drive from our farm. And if you wish to witness the famous Penguin Parade, Phillip Island, home to Australia’s largest colony of little penguins, is only 1.5 hours away.
At Rayner’s Orchard, you are at the heart of Victoria’s most sought-after attractions, allowing you to craft unforgettable experiences that blend nature, culture, and adventure beautifully.
Experience a Fruit Tasting Adventure at Rayner’s Orchard. On this guided tractor tour, you’ll explore our large orchard with an expert guide, learning about our farming methods and tasting fresh fruits straight from the trees. Rayner’s Orchard stands out among Melbourne’s U Pick farms. Our unique approach ensures you only pick from trees laden with ripe, delicious fruits, but only after participating in our Fruit Adventure Tours. Discover what real fruit tastes like during this unique adventure. With a capacity to welcome 150 persons per hour, we’re ready to make your visit to our farm unforgettable.
You’ll discover at least 8 varieties of fruit every day of the year. The varieties vary with the seasons.
I had an amazing experience at the fruit farm today! Not only did I get to taste a wide variety of delicious fruits, but I also got to take a nice round trip around the farm. Our rider Brendan and his colleague Andrew were incredibly helpful and kind-hearted, making the experience even better. he farm
Fantastic experience. Wide variety of fruits. The fruits are as natural as they come. Very juicy and full of flavour. Reasonable take-home price. Super friendly and nice tour guides. Family-friendly environment. I will take my family there again for sure.
Was a great experience to pick your own fruits and eat them on the spot. you get to bring them with $6/kg. Guide Andrew was friendly and share with us how to pick them.
“Awesome tour”
“Amazing variety”
“Awsome fruits and very friendly”
Discover the seasonal delights of Rayner’s Orchard. Our ‘Fruit in Season’ guide lets you know which fruits are ripe and ready to enjoy each month. There are always at least 8 varieties of fruit available.
Summer Season: December, January & February
Autumn Season: March, April, May
Winter Season: June, July, August
Spring Season: September, October November
Peaches
Nectarines
Plums
Apricots
Donut Peaches
Figs
Kumquat
Loqaut
Oranges
Lemons
Currents
Goose berries
Inca berries
Plumcots
Apriums
Peaches
Nectarines
Plums
Apricots
Pluots
Donut Peaches
Nectaplums
Figs
Kumquat
Oranges
Lemons
Currants
Gooseberries
Blackberries
Inca Berries
Peaches
Nectarines
Plums
Apricots
Pluots
Nectaplums
Figs
Apples
Kumquat
Limes
LemonsGooseberries
Black berries
Inca Berries
Nectarines
Plums
Apricots
Pluots
Figs
Apples
Nashi Pear
Kumquat
Limes
Lemons
Goose berries
Black berries
Inca Berries
Glass Popcorn
Peaches
Nectarines
Plums
Figs
Apples
Nashi Pear
Guava
Pepinos
Feijoas
Persimmons
Pomegranates
Quince
Kiwi fruit
Kumquat
Limes
Lemons
Black berries
Inca Berries
Glass Pop corn
Pop corn
Plums
Apples
Guava
Pepinos
Feijoa
Persimmons
Pomegranates
Quince
Kiwi fruit
Dutch Medlar
Mandarines
Tamarillos
Strawberry Guava
Lemon Guava
Kumquat
Limes
Lemons
Lemonades
Finger Limes
Inca Berries
Glass Pop corn
Pop corn
Guava
Pepinos
Feijoa
Persimmons
Pomegranates
Quince
Kiwi fruit
Dutch Medlar
Mandarines
Tamarillos
Strawberry guava
Lemon guava
Kumquat
limes
Lemons
Lemonades
Finger Limes
Inca berries
Guava
Pepinos
Pomegranates
Kiwi fruit
Mandarines
Tamarillos
Strawberry guava
Lilly Pilly
Kumquat
Oranges
limes
Lemons
Lemonades
Finger Limes
Inca berries
Guava
Pepinos
Kiwi fruit
Mandarines
Tamarillos
Kumquat
Grapefruit
Oranges
limes
Lemons
Lemonades
Finger Limes
Inca berries
Blossom
Kiwi fruit
Mandarines
Tamarillos
Kumquat
Grapefruit
Oranges
limes
Lemons
Lemonades
Finger Limes
Inca berries
Blossom
Mandarines
Tamarillos
Kumquat
Grapefruit
Oranges
Lemons
Lemonades
Finger Limes
Inca berries
Mandarines
Tamarillos
Kumquat
Loqaut
Oranges
Lemons
Lemonades
Currents
Goose berries
Inca berries
Dive into a hands-on experience and learn to bottle your own fruit at Rayner’s Orchard. Join our Fruit Bottling Workshop where our friendly staff guide you through each step of preserving your favourite fruit flavours. Whether you want to try a unique fruit blend or stick with classic tastes, you’ll leave with bottles full of fruity goodness to enjoy at home.
Our bottling process uses high-quality Fowlers Vacola equipment, ensuring you get the best preservation results. Plus, you’ll find preserving kits, food dehydrators, and other bottling gear available to buy at our shop. Complete the Bottling Workshop and grab a Fowlers Vacola Preserving Kit on your way out. Continue your fruit bottling adventures at home and savour the taste of freshness all year round!
Peach Café at Rayner’s Orchard is a culinary delight offering a range of Australian farm-style meals, Oriental delicacies, and Indian dishes. Prepared with fresh, locally sourced and farm produce, the café caters to a wide range of tastes. Peach Café presents a diverse and unique dining experience, from delicious homemade pies to exotic spices and delectable desserts.
Explore the rich bounty of Rayner’s Orchard at our Farm Shop. Here, you’ll find an array of fresh fruits, homemade jams, chutneys, relishes, and preserved fruits, available all year round. Each product represents the best of what our farm has to offer, perfect for gifts or a treat for yourself.
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Rayner’s Orchard during blossom season. From mid-August to mid-September, we offer tractor tours that take you through the fragrant rows of blossoming peach, plum, apricot, and nectarine trees. It’s a delightful journey with numerous stops for capturing photos with your loved ones against the stunning backdrop of blooming stone fruit trees. These Blossom tours are unforgettable and are available every day from 9am-4pm. They are complimentary with a Fruit Adventure Tour. Remember to bring your camera or smartphone along to capture these beautiful moments.
Rayner’s Orchard proudly offers School Educational Programmes, fun and engaging ways for kids to discover the joys of healthy eating. Through these programmes, we aim to instil a love for fruits in children by letting them taste some of the most delicious varieties straight from our farm. We have numerous activities designed to be both educational and entertaining.
Children can participate in our fruit bottling workshops, tour our packing shed and cool rooms, take a fruit tasting walk around the farm, and even take a tractor ride! Our farm facilities are fully equipped to accommodate school groups, with ample parking, wheelchair-friendly areas, and seating for up to 150 people. To learn more about our programme, visit our dedicated page. Join us in cultivating a healthier future for our kids at Rayner’s Orchard!