Things to do in Australia
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Cairns Aquarium: Hand Feed Rays & Behind-the-Scenes TourYou get a private guided tour of Cairns Aquarium with a wildlife educator, including hand-feeding Cownose rays on a specially designed platform, a scatter feed for freshwater rays and Barramundi, and exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the turtle hospital, coral propagation lab, fish food preparation room, and reptile breeding facility. The whole experience is structured around learning from someone who works with these animals every day.Is it for me?This is for anyone who wants to move beyond looking at tanks and actually understand how a working aquarium operates and cares for marine life — the educator and behind-the-scenes access are what make that possible in a single visit.
North Stradbroke Island Private Tour with PickupA private guided tour of North Stradbroke Island with hotel pickup, ferry crossing and all-day transport included. The itinerary covers Point Lookout's Gorge Walk for whale and dolphin spotting, Myora Springs' freshwater creek and Aboriginal heritage, Amity Point's coastal gums where koalas rest, and Brown Lake's tea-stained freshwater for swimming or picnicking. Minimum three participants; guide speaks English, German or Dutch. Lunch is your choice at Point Lookout.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're staying on the mainland without a car — the pickup from your hotel and the fixed ferry times mean the whole day holds together without you arranging transport or timing the boat yourself. The small group and private vehicle also suit anyone who prefers a slower pace and wants to linger at each stop without rushing to a schedule.
Kangaroo Island wine and wildlife tour: Birds, honey, tastingsA full-day guided tour of Kangaroo Island combining wildlife encounters, food and wine tastings, and scenic stops, departing from your choice of three hotels and returning by evening. The itinerary weaves together a free-flight birds of prey display, a two-course lunch at Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery with a distillery tour, a working beehive visit at Clifford's Honey Farm, a wine tasting at False Cape Wines, and a stop at Pennington Bay beach. Hotel pickup and all entry fees are included; the tour runs eight hours and returns to Penneshaw at 6:15pm, so it does not suit cruise ship passengers with early departures.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to sample the island's food and wine scene without renting a car or planning multiple stops—the guide handles the route and timing, and lunch plus two tastings are locked in. The eight-hour day suits anyone based in American River, Kingscote or Penneshaw for the full day; it does not work for cruise ship passengers departing before evening.
5-Day Kakadu Safari from Darwin: Koolpin Gorge & Jim Jim FallsA 5-day 4WD safari from Darwin into Kakadu National Park with a guide, camp accommodation and all park fees included. You visit Ubirr to learn the rock art from your guide, swim in plunge pools at Jim Jim Falls, Maguk and Gunlom Falls, take a sunset cruise on Yellow Waters to spot crocodiles and birdlife, and spend a full day in Jarrangbarnmi (Koolpin Gorge)—a special permit area restricted to 40 people daily that only this operator runs regularly. The tour requires a high level of fitness; minimum age is 12 years.Is it for me?Book this if you're based in Darwin without a car and want access to Koolpin Gorge—it requires a special permit and this operator handles both the authorization and your transport from accommodation, so you skip the logistics of getting there yourself.
Sydney Harbour Sunset Kayak: Opera House & Bridge PaddleYou paddle for 90 minutes across Sydney Harbour as the sun sets, passing the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Luna Park from the water. All gear and guidance are included, the pace suits any fitness level, and the departure time shifts with the season to catch the light at its best. Bring a camera and expect to be close enough to the landmarks that you'll see details you'd miss from shore.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Sydney's most famous landmarks from an angle most visitors never get, without needing kayaking experience or worrying about keeping up with a fitness standard — the guides handle the navigation and the pace suits everyone.
Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles: Private Day Trip MelbourneYou get a full day on the Great Ocean Road with a private driver who knows the stops—12 Apostles with time to photograph, Loch Ard Gorge beach walk, a rainforest hike under giant eucalyptus trees, and wildlife spotting. No group schedule, no shared van, no negotiating stops. The driver handles navigation and timing so you focus on the coast.Is it for me?Book this if you want the Great Ocean Road highlights without arranging your own transport or timing yourself around a group schedule—a private driver means you stop where the light is best and stay as long as you want.
Mornington Peninsula: 4 Wineries & Lunch with Wine TastingYou visit four working wineries with tastings at each, sit down to a two-course lunch with wine included, and hear from guides who know the region's producers and their stories. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Melbourne CBD hotels means you arrive ready to taste and leave without driving. The fixed itinerary and small-group format get you through the peninsula's best stops in a single afternoon without the logistics.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste across the Mornington Peninsula's best wineries without arranging transport, timing each stop yourself, or deciding which cellar doors are worth the detour—the guide and the fixed schedule handle all three.
Blue Mountains Day Trip Sydney: Private Tour & Wildlife ParkYou get hotel pickup from central Sydney, private access to Echo Point and Wentworth Falls with flexible walking options, your choice of Scenic World or quieter lookouts, and an optional close encounter with Australian wildlife at Featherdale. The group stays small (up to seven people), which is what keeps the day from feeling like a standard tour bus run.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Blue Mountains' main sights without the standard tour-bus pace, and you'd rather have a driver who knows the quieter spots than navigate the mountains yourself. The small group size and flexible itinerary are what make a full day of multiple stops feel unhurried instead of rushed.
Wirra Wirra Shiraz Masterclass McLaren Vale: Taste Five WinesA Shiraz masterclass at Wirra Wirra Vineyards in McLaren Vale pairs five wines—including a rare museum selection—with a Four Winds chocolate tasting plate inside the original cellar door, after a behind-the-scenes tour of the historic ironstone cellars where barrel ageing happens. The experience lasts about an hour and includes a guide in English; you'll also get to ring the vineyard's iconic Angelus Bell. Minimum age is 18.Is it for me?The masterclass is built for people staying in McLaren Vale or nearby without a car, since you'll arrange your own transport to Wirra Wirra—once you're there, the guide and the cellar setting handle the rest, and you leave knowing how to taste Shiraz instead of just drinking it.
90 Minute Cape Raoul Cruise & Port Arthur Historic Site EntryA 90 minute coastal cruise departing from Port Arthur Historic Site travels to Cape Raoul, passing sea cliffs, caves, arches and white sand beaches of the Tasman Peninsula. Your ticket includes two-day entry to the UNESCO World Heritage listed Port Arthur Historic Site, where you can explore the site before or after the cruise. A live English-speaking guide narrates the route. The cruise is wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels.Is it for me?The 90 minutes leaves your day open for a full exploration of Port Arthur Historic Site itself—entry is valid for two days, so you can spend the morning or afternoon in the museums and convict buildings, then take the cruise when you're ready, or return to the site another day without rushing either experience.
Green Island Day Trip from Cairns: Snorkel & Glass-Bottom BoatYou cruise from Cairns to Green Island on a modern catamaran, then spend four to five hours choosing between snorkeling, a glass-bottom boat tour, or a semi-submersible submarine ride to see turtles, sharks and coral. Lunch and morning tea are included, as are hotel transfers from the Northern Beaches and the reef tax. The boat departs in the morning and returns in the afternoon.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see the Great Barrier Reef without arranging your own boat, gear or transport from Cairns — the catamaran, the reef tax, lunch and hotel pickup are all locked in, leaving you to decide only whether you'd rather snorkel or stay dry.
Tomb of the Pharaohs and Cairns Aquarium ComboA combo tour of two Cairns attractions: the Tomb of the Pharaohs, an indoor exhibition of 11 life-sized Egyptian tombs filled with hieroglyphics and over 450 museum-quality replicas, and the Cairns Aquarium, home to more than 16,000 marine animals from the Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics. Both sit within walking distance in the city center. Entry to both is included; the day takes 2 to 3 hours total.Is it for me?Both venues are self-guided and sit within walking distance in the city center, so you move at your own pace between ancient Egypt and the reef without needing transport or a guide—ideal if you want to linger at the tanks or tombs that hold your attention longest. The combo works for families with children from age 3 up, history lovers, and anyone curious about both cultures in a single afternoon.
Hobart & Bruny Island: 2-Day Wildlife & Markets TourYou visit Mount Wellington, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, Richmond Village, and Salamanca Market on day one; day two takes you across to Bruny Island for rainforest walks, Cape Bruny Lighthouse, and tastings of local honey, cheese, and oysters. Hotel pickup, a local guide, all entry fees, the national parks pass, and lunch are included, so you show up and the logistics are already handled.Is it for me?Book this if you're in Hobart for just two days and want to see the wildlife, the markets, and the island without arranging transport, entry passes, or figuring out which stops fit into an afternoon—the fixed itinerary and included guide handle all of that.
Cryptic Clues Tour The Rocks Sydney: Solve 13 CluesThis cryptic clues tour takes you through The Rocks in Sydney using a web app to solve 13 puzzles that reveal the area's colonial history and hidden corners. You'll walk down alleyways and into secret courtyards, pass under the Harbour Bridge, and reach the Sydney Observatory for views across the harbour, with three beverage stops along the way. Teams of 2–4 players work best; children from age 7 are welcome.Is it for me?At 1.5 to 3 hours, this tour fits into a free afternoon without eating your whole day, leaving time to explore other parts of Sydney before or after. The self-guided format means you start and stop on your own schedule, which works well if you're arriving mid-morning or have gaps between other plans.
Wine Tasting in Penola: 6 Estate Wines at Raidis Cellar DoorWine tasting at Raidis Estate cellar door in Penola seats you around a large table with friends to taste 6 estate wines—The Kelpie Sauvignon Blanc, The Kid Riesling, Cheeky Goat Pinot Gris, Red Project, Wild Goat Shiraz and Billy Cabernet Sauvignon. The tasting fee is redeemable toward any wine purchase. The winery is family-friendly with games and a safe outdoor area for children, dog-friendly, and fully wheelchair accessible. A live guide in English leads the tasting; minimum age is 18.Is it for me?If you're in Penola without a car, check how you'll reach Raidis Estate beforehand—it's a cellar door tasting, not a walk-in venue in town. Once there, the shared-table setup means you don't need to navigate the experience alone, and the family-friendly space works whether you're traveling with kids, a non-drinking partner, or just want a relaxed hour over wine with the people you came with.
Melbourne Self-Guided Vampire Mystery Quest & PuzzlesThis is your chance to explore Melbourne’s gothic alleys and landmarks through a self-guided vampire mystery quest. Solve puzzles using your phone as you follow clues from Flinders Street Station to Cohen Place, pausing whenever you want for snacks or photos. With story-driven challenges and real city history woven together, it’s an adventure you’ll remember long after midnight.
Port Douglas to Cairns: Private Return Transfer 6 PassengersYou're picked up at Cairns airport or your hotel and driven to Port Douglas in a private air-conditioned vehicle with luggage help included. On the return, the same driver collects you and takes you back to Cairns. The fixed price means no negotiation, and your driver can point you toward local spots if you ask — but the main thing is you arrive without the rental car hassle.Is it for me?Book this if you're landing in Cairns or leaving Port Douglas and want to skip the rental car, navigation, and parking — the driver handles the route and luggage, so you arrive rested and ready to start your trip.
Margaret River: Wine Tasting & Caves Private Tour PerthYou get picked up from your Perth hotel at 08:00 and spend the day choosing two wineries for free tastings, stopping at Busselton Jetty, Yallingup lookout, and optional Ngilgi Cave with its crystal formations. Lunch and coffee are your own expense, but chocolate and wine tastings are included. The itinerary bends to your preferences—your guide recommends venues and helps you prioritize what matters—and you're back at your hotel by 20:00.Is it for me?Best for travelers who want to see Margaret River's main attractions—wineries, coast, and caves—without arranging transport or choosing between dozens of options; the private format and customizable stops mean you're not locked into a fixed schedule, and the guide's local knowledge saves you from backtracking across a region that spans over 100 kilometers.
Gold Coast: Astra Lumina Night Walk & Cosmic TrailYou walk through nine illuminated zones on a 1.5km trail in Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary's bushland, guided by light, music and sound design rather than a person. The experience lasts 60 to 90 minutes, includes snacks and drinks, and operates nightly with entry closing at 7:30pm. Your ticket supports the sanctuary's wildlife hospital and conservation programs.Is it for me?This works well if you want an evening activity on the Gold Coast that doesn't require a guide or group schedule — you move at your own pace through the light installations, and the fixed closing time at 7:30pm means you plan around one deadline instead of managing multiple stops and timings.
Gold Coast Airport to Surfers Paradise: Private TransferYou get picked up at a set time after texting your arrival, driven straight to Surfers Paradise in a private air-conditioned car with WiFi, and dropped at your accommodation without waiting for other passengers or negotiating a fare. The driver is already there when you're ready, and the whole transfer takes about 45 minutes.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving at Gold Coast Airport with luggage and want to skip the taxi queue and ride-share negotiation — the fixed pickup time and pre-arranged meeting point mean you know exactly where to go and when the car will be there.
