Things to do in Australia
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Hobart: Bonorong Wildlife & Richmond Village Afternoon TourYou’ll wander through historic Richmond village with time to explore at your own pace before heading to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary near Hobart. Feed kangaroos by hand, watch Tasmanian devils at feeding time, and hear stories from passionate local guides. It’s an afternoon that lingers with you long after you’ve left—the kind that makes you pause.
1-Hour Jet Ski Experience: Pumicestone Passage Marine ParkA 1-hour jet ski ride through Pumicestone Passage Marine Park on the Sunshine Coast, where you pilot your own ski 30 km along Bribie Island's western bank to Lighthouse Reach. An expert guide teaches you the machine, runs you through safety, and stays in radio contact the whole way. All gear, instruction and photographs are included.Is it for me?This ride suits anyone comfortable with speed and open water who wants to pilot their own machine rather than watch from a boat — the guide controls the pace and stays with you, so experience matters less than willingness to throttle up.
Hunter Valley Wine Tour from Sydney: 20 Wines & Lunch IncludedYou're picked up from your Sydney hotel and driven two hours north to Hunter Valley, where you taste up to 20 wines at three to four boutique family-owned wineries with the winemakers themselves. Lunch with wine and a guided cheese tasting are built in, and you're back in Sydney by early evening without arranging transport, paying entry fees separately, or wondering what comes next.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to taste Hunter Valley's best without arranging your own transport, paying entry fees separately, or wondering which wineries to visit — the small-group format and fixed itinerary handle all of that, and the two-hour drive each way is what makes a full day of tastings and lunch possible in one trip.
Hobart: Mt Wellington, Salamanca Market & Wildlife Sanctuary TourYou’ll ride up kunanyi/Mt Wellington for wild city views, stroll through Salamanca Market’s music and food stalls (if it’s Saturday), taste cheeses in Richmond village, and end your day feeding kangaroos at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary—with pickup right from your cruise ship or hotel.
Alice Springs & West MacDonnell Ranges Day TourYou get picked up from your hotel and spend the day moving through four key sites in the West MacDonnell Ranges: the School of the Air, the Telegraph Station, Simpson's Gap with a guided walk, and Standley Chasm with a one-hour hike through colored sandstone walls. The NT Parks Pass is included, as is the driver guide's commentary on the history and culture of the region. You're back by late afternoon, and lunch is your own choice at the café or bring your own.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the West MacDonnell Ranges' main attractions in one day without arranging your own transport or working out which sites matter most — the fixed itinerary and included park pass take the planning out of it.
Adelaide: North Terrace Walking Tour & Cultural InstitutionsYou walk North Terrace with a guide who knows Adelaide's actual history, not the polished version. You enter the State Library, stand outside Parliament House and the war memorial, and learn why the city's most important buildings cluster on one street. The fixed two-hour pace and small group size mean you absorb the stories instead of rushing through them, and you don't have to navigate or decide what's worth stopping for.Is it for me?Book this if you want Adelaide's real history without arranging your own route or deciding which buildings matter — the guide handles the navigation and the stories, leaving you free to look and listen for two hours.
Port Stephens: Whale Watching Cruise & Dolphin SpottingYou board a 2.5-hour cruise from Nelson Bay during whale season (May–November) and watch humpbacks breach, dolphins hunt, and fur seals rest on rocks, with a captain's live commentary and a bonus island loop included. The viewing decks keep you comfortable whether you're outside or sheltered, and an onboard bar means you're not thirsty while you wait for the next sighting. Plan for ocean conditions — if seas are rough, you reschedule or get a full refund.Is it for me?Right for anyone in Newcastle wanting to see humpback whales without arranging transport or timing the migration window themselves — the May to November season is set, and Nelson Bay is reachable by public transport. Expect ocean conditions and bring seasickness medication if you're prone; the boat is designed for open water, and that's what gets you close to the whales.
Canberra: Women’s History Walking Tour & Local StoriesYou’ll walk through Canberra’s icons with a local guide who shares stories you won’t find in most books—from secret plaques at the Museum of Australian Democracy to quiet moments at Reconciliation Place and coffee breaks at Bookplate café. Expect laughter, new faces, and maybe even a postcard to remember it all by.
Uluru & Kata Tjuta: Scenic Plane Flight with Window SeatsYou’ll fly above Uluru and Kata Tjuta’s wild forms with guaranteed window seats and live commentary from your local pilot. See sacred places hidden from ground view, feel the desert’s colors shift beneath you, and return with hotel pickup included—plus that strange sense of awe you can’t quite shake.
Cairns: Koalas & Wildlife at The Pier Family Day OutYou’ll hold a real koala in Cairns (yes, really), wander through recreated rainforest and Outback habitats, and meet native creatures with your family by your side. Admission is included and everything is stroller- and wheelchair-friendly. Expect laughter, unexpected facts from local guides, and one photo you’ll probably keep longer than you think.
Port Stephens: 4WD Beach & Sandboarding on Stockton DunesYou walk Birubi Beach with a guide who teaches you to find pipis, then drive into the Stockton dunes for unlimited sandboarding runs. Water and boards are included, and the air-conditioned vehicle picks you up between slides. Plan for half a day and bring sunscreen—the reflection off the sand is intense.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want a mix of beach walking and active play without a full-day commitment. The sandboarding is unlimited and suited to all fitness levels, though the 4WD ride and repeated climbing involve physical movement that rules it out for those with spinal injuries or cardiovascular concerns.
Sydney: Flying Fox Bat Colony Tour & High-Zoom PhotographyYou get picked up near Circular Quay, driven to a Sydney reserve where 6,000 flying foxes live, and spend time watching them hunt and move at midday with high-zoom cameras and binoculars in hand. The guide explains why they're endangered and takes professional photos of the bats flying that you take home. Small groups, bottled water, snacks and air-conditioned transport are included, and you're back by late afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Australia's largest bats up close without arranging your own transport or equipment—the small group size and supplied cameras mean you spend your time watching and photographing instead of figuring out logistics.
Darwin: Die Another Day Jet Ski Tour & MangrovesYou’ll skim across Darwin Harbour on a guided jet ski tour, weaving past East Arm’s working wharfs and silent mangroves before drifting back toward city views you won’t forget. Expect salty air on your face, laughter with your guide, and that odd feeling of seeing familiar places from a totally new angle.
Canberra Day Trip from Sydney: Parliament, War Memorial & MuseumYou’ll journey from Sydney to Canberra with a live guide, exploring Parliament House inside and out, reflecting at the Australian War Memorial, and enjoying lunch lakeside at the National Museum of Australia. Expect unexpected details — like native birds or local stories — that make Australia’s capital feel personal by day’s end.
Coorong National Park: Kayaking & Bush Tucker with Murray MouthYou paddle for three hours across the Coorong's shallow lagoons, stop to walk sand dunes and learn about native plants, and eat three meals without leaving the park. The guide handles navigation and interpretation while you stay in a group of ten or fewer. You're back by mid-afternoon.Is it for me?This works well if you want a full day on the water without arranging your own transport, equipment, or meals — the fixed schedule and small group size mean you're paddling at a pace that lets you actually notice the landscape instead of rushing through it.
Tasman Peninsula Day Tour from Hobart: 3-Hour Eco CruiseA full-day tour from Hobart to the Tasman Peninsula combines a three-hour wilderness cruise between Eaglehawk Neck and Port Arthur with guided sightseeing on land, morning tea and lunch. The cruise explores Australia's highest sea cliffs, sea caves and coastal wildlife. Port Arthur Historic Site or Tasmanian Devil Conservation Park can be added at checkout; the base tour includes scenic bus transport and all meals.Is it for me?Everything's handled—cruise, bus tour, and lunch included—so you just show up and explore the peninsula's cliffs, caves, and wildlife, with the option to add Port Arthur Historic Site or the Tasmanian Devil park.
Perth: Optus Stadium VERTIGO Rooftop Walk & Photo PackYou’ll feel your pulse quicken as you step beyond Optus Stadium’s roof on the VERTIGO walk, guided by locals who know every bolt up there. Traverse open air with no handrails, catch wild views of Perth and Swan River, then pause on the Western Viewing Deck for photos you’ll keep replaying in your head long after.
Brisbane Walking Tour: City Hall, Gardens & Hidden LanewaysYou walk Brisbane with a resident guide through nine hours of city landmarks and hidden spots — City Hall, Parliament House, ANZAC Square, the Old Windmill, Queen Street Mall, the Botanic Gardens and smaller laneways most visitors miss. The group stays under eight people, which keeps the pace conversational. You get snacks, a locals' recommendations list, and the knowledge that part of your ticket funds local community work. Bring moderate fitness and comfortable shoes; stairs are on the route.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Brisbane landmarks plus the quieter spots locals actually know, without having to piece together a walking route yourself — the small group size and resident guide are what turn a list of sights into a real sense of how the city works.
Murray River lunch cruise from Adelaide: 8-hour day tripA full-day tour from Adelaide combining a 2-hour lunch cruise aboard the Proud Mary on the historic Murray River, coach transport with photo stops along the riverbanks, and a choice of Woodside Cheese Wrights or Melba's Chocolate Factory on the return. A live English-speaking guide leads the day; hotel pickup and drop-off are available on request from selected Adelaide CBD locations. Children are welcome from age 3.Is it for me?The 8-hour commitment means you leave Adelaide in the morning and return by late afternoon, which suits a full day without eating into evening plans. The pace is built around the river views and the lunch cruise rather than rushing between stops, so this works best if you want to settle into the scenery instead of covering ground quickly.
Blue Mountains: Private Wildlife Park & River Cruise Day TripYou’ll ride out from Sydney with your own guide, meet kangaroos at Featherdale or Sydney Zoo, stand above misty valleys at Echo Point and Katoomba, and finish gliding downriver past city lights on a harbour cruise. It’s relaxed but packed—expect laughter, local stories, maybe a little mud on your shoes.
