Things to do in Australia
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Margaret River Wine Tour from Busselton & Leeuwin-NaturalisteYou're picked up from your hotel and driven into Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park for local produce and wine tastings, then taken down Caves Road to visit two wineries and a gourmet producer. Your guide is a third-generation local who explains the region as you go. Hotel drop-off happens at the end, so you arrive back without arranging a second transfer.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Margaret River wine stops and the national park in one day without arranging your own transport or timing the winery visits — the fixed route and local guide handle both, leaving you to focus on the tastings and the landscape.
Airlie Beach Sunset Cruise & Sparkling Wine from Coral Sea MarinaYou board with a glass of sparkling wine, cruise Pioneer Bay and Turtle Bay for two hours watching the sunset over the Whitsundays, spot turtles and possibly dolphins, eat antipasto, and return to Coral Sea Marina as the town lights come on. The flat catamaran deck means you can wear heels and move freely without gripping railings.Is it for me?Book this if you want a sunset on the water without arranging your own boat or timing — the two-hour window catches the light at its best, and the flat catamaran means you can actually relax instead of holding on.
Alice Springs Desert Park: Entry Ticket & Guide PresentationsYou’ll feel Central Australia come alive at Alice Springs Desert Park: listen as Aboriginal guides share desert stories, spot rare animals in the Nocturnal House, and catch flashes of color during the wild bird show. With self-guided entry and easy access for all ages and abilities, every path leads somewhere unexpected.
Hunter Valley: Full Day Wine Tasting & Lunch with PickupYou visit 3–4 small Hunter Valley wineries in one day, tasting 6–8 wines at each cellar door without the pressure of a big commercial tour. Lunch with a complimentary drink, cheese and chocolate tastings, and hotel pickup from your accommodation are all included, so you show up and the logistics are already handled. Wildlife spotting happens naturally along the way.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste small-batch Hunter Valley wines from makers you won't find in bottle shops and don't want to arrange your own transport between cellar doors — the fixed pickup and itinerary mean you just show up and the day unfolds.
K'gari West Coast cruise from Hervey Bay: Kayak and snorkelA 5-hour cruise from Hervey Bay to the remote West Coast of K'gari (Fraser Island) with hotel pickup, local guide, kayaks, snorkeling gear and lunch included. You choose how active to be: paddle the supplied kayaks, snorkel or tube ride in the shallows, or rest on a secluded beach while the boat moves between stops. The route passes Round Island, Big Woody Island and Pelican Bank on the way out.Is it for me?Staying in Hervey Bay and want K'gari's West Coast without a rental car? This cruise brings you there with guide and gear included, so you choose your pace—paddle, snorkel, tube or beach time.
West MacDonnell Ranges half-day tour: Alice SpringsA half-day guided tour of the West MacDonnell Ranges near Alice Springs takes you to five stops—Anzac Hill, John Flynn's Grave, Simpsons Gap, Standley Chasm, and Honeymoon Gap—with hotel pickup, park entry, and morning tea included. The group stays under twelve people, and your guide explains the local geology, Aboriginal significance and history at each site. Two short walks are built into the itinerary: a gentle one alongside a creek bed at Simpsons Gap, and a 1.2-kilometre trail to the 80-metre rock face at Standley Chasm.Is it for me?Small groups of up to eleven work best here—you get a guide's attention and the flexibility to linger at the two walking sites without the pace of a larger coach tour. Book this if you want the West MacDonnell Ranges' geology and Aboriginal history explained as you go, not just the views.
Adelaide Hills & Hahndorf: Hop-On Hop-Off Wine TourYou board a hop-on hop-off bus in Adelaide and spend the day moving between 8–10 wineries in the Adelaide Hills at your own pace, hopping off to taste and staying as long as you like at each stop. The bus circles hourly, so you catch the next departure whenever you're ready. Transport, water, and air conditioning are included; you return to Adelaide around 5pm. Book this if you want wine country without the fixed schedule.Is it for me?Book this if you want to explore Adelaide Hills wineries without committing to a fixed itinerary or group pace — the hourly loop means you control how long you stay at each stop and which ones you visit.
McLaren Vale: Bike Wine Tour with Tastings & Adelaide PickupYou’ll pedal past McLaren Vale’s vineyards with a small group and local guide, tasting wines straight from family-run cellars and sharing lunch under gum trees. Expect laughter (sometimes at yourself), easygoing company, and moments where South Australia’s landscape sneaks up on you in quiet ways.
Adelaide: City Walking Tour with Central Market FinishYou’ll wander Adelaide’s lively streets with a local guide, start off with a $5 coffee in Rundle Mall, explore heritage arcades and hear stories behind public art. Pause at Victoria Square for Indigenous history before finishing outside Central Market—where you’ll get tips on where to eat next. You’ll leave feeling like you’ve actually met the city.
Kakadu National Park Wildlife & Rock Art Tour from DarwinA 12-hour guided walking tour of Kakadu National Park departing from Darwin, combining ancient rock art at Ubirr with wildlife viewing at Cahills Crossing and Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve. The tour includes park entry, air-conditioned coach transport, and a comprehensive guide; you choose between a wetlands walk or an optional jumping crocodile cruise on the Adelaide River. Lunch is at your own expense and stored in a cooler during the day.Is it for me?Book the wetlands option if you want a full day of walking and bird spotting without the extra cost of the crocodile cruise; choose the jumping crocodile cruise upgrade if you want the Adelaide River experience added to the rock art and Cahills Crossing viewing. The 12-hour itinerary holds all three major stops inside a single day, so the route and timing are set—you don't build the schedule yourself.
Airlie Beach: Cedar Creek Eco Tour with Rainforest Walk & TeaYou’ll slip into cool rock pools near Airlie Beach, snack on homemade banana bread beside Cedar Creek, hear Aboriginal stories from your local eco guide, and wander through lush rainforest. It’s relaxed but full of those small moments that stay with you long after you’ve dried off.
Ivanhoe Wines Cellar Door: Seated Tasting & Vineyard ViewsYou sit for forty-five minutes with a wine host who teaches you how to taste, moving through Ivanhoe's exclusive boutique range—whites, reds, fortifieds, bubbles—all unavailable anywhere else. The vineyard views and sculpture walk are yours to explore after, and if you find a bottle you love, you can have it engraved on the spot.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to understand what you're tasting rather than just taste it, and if you're hunting for a wine you can't find anywhere else. The forty-five minutes are paced for learning, which is what makes the difference between a quick pour and actually finding something you'll buy.
Gold Coast: Aqua Park Inflatable Water Fun for FamiliesYou’ll splash through giant inflatable obstacles right on Gold Coast’s waterfront with your crew—kids or grownups alike—cheering each other on as you climb, slip, and laugh together for 100 minutes. Local guides keep things safe and lighthearted while you soak up sun and salty air. Expect sandy toes, tired arms—and memories that stick around longer than your bruises.
Gold Coast: ArtVo Trick Art Gallery & Photo IllusionsYou enter a 1400-square-metre gallery of hand-painted optical illusions spread across eight themed zones, pose in front of oversized murals of wild animals and landscapes, take as many photos as you want with staff help, and move through at your own pace. The whole visit is self-guided, wheelchair accessible, and works for all ages. Entry ticket included.Is it for me?A good choice if you want an interactive, photo-friendly activity that works for mixed-age groups and doesn't require a guide or schedule—you move through the zones at your own pace and the staff actively encourage you to take as many photos as you want.
Phillip Island: Seal Rocks Cruise & Fur Seal ColonyYou board a catamaran at Phillip Island and cruise 2 kilometers offshore to Seal Rocks, where you drift meters from thousands of Australian fur seals while watching for dolphins and whales. A guide provides live commentary on the wildlife and Phillip Island's history. Afternoon tea with coffee and light snacks is included. The whole experience takes 2 hours and depends on weather.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Australian fur seals in their natural habitat without arranging your own boat or spending a full day on the water — the 2-hour window fits into an afternoon and the guide handles everything you'd need to know about what you're watching.
Broome Dolphin Sunset Cruise: Snubfin dolphins in Roebuck BayA 3.5-hour guided wildlife cruise in Broome's Roebuck Bay led by a marine biologist in search of Australian Snubfin Dolphins, one of the world's most elusive marine mammals. The vessel has three viewing areas and premium seating; Middle Eastern appetizers and drinks are served throughout. Swimming in the boom net is available September through October. Pickup is included, and the guide speaks English.Is it for me?This is a shared tour with a fixed departure time and a marine biologist leading the search, which is what makes the wildlife insights possible—you're not just watching the sunset, you're learning why Roebuck Bay matters and what you're actually looking at. Book this if you want expert knowledge woven through the day and don't mind sharing the boat with other travelers; if you'd rather have the guide and the boat to yourself, ask the operator about private options.
Gold Coast: Sunset Sailing Cruise with Drinks & Tasting PlateYou’ll watch Gold Coast’s skyline fade into color as you sail past islands and spot dolphins with a small group. Sip sparkling wine or beer, snack on cheese and fruit, and listen to your guide’s stories while the sun sets behind you. That feeling of calm — it sticks with you long after you’re back on land.
Cairns: Trinity Inlet Sunset River Cruise with Drinks & City ViewsYou’ll glide through Trinity Inlet as Cairns glows at sunset, sipping a complimentary drink while your local captain shares stories about the city and its wild edges. Expect quiet moments among mangroves, glimpses of distant mountains, and time to unwind before heading back ashore—plus snacks included if you want them.
Cranbourne Gardens bus tour: 25-minute guided highlightsThe Explorer Bus is a 25-minute guided minibus tour of the Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne, departing from the Visitor Centre and looping through the major highlights of the Australian Garden with live commentary. You can hop off at any stop to explore on foot, then catch a later departure to continue the route; the flexibility lets you build your own pace through the gardens.Is it for me?The live English commentary means you follow along without effort, so it suits a first visit or an afternoon when you want the overview without committing to a full walking tour. The hop-off system is what makes it work for mixed groups—some people want the whole loop, others want to linger at one stop, and everyone rides the same bus.
Werribee Open Range Zoo: Safari & Gorilla Exhibit AdmissionYou get a 40-minute open-range safari bus ride, self-paced walking trails past lions, the world's largest gorilla exhibit, hippos, and monkeys, plus daily keeper talks included in your ticket. The 556-acre space means you set the pace and can return another day without feeling rushed. General admission covers everything except food and parking.Is it for me?This works well if you want to see African animals in a spacious, natural setting without arranging transport into the outback or paying for a guided tour — the fixed admission price covers the safari bus and keeper talks, so you know the cost upfront and can explore at your own speed.
