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4 Days Private Walking Tour in South Australia

★ 5.0 (23)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Australia

4 Days Private Walking Tour in South Australia

Walk the Heysen Trail across South Australia's Fleurieu Peninsula, a four-day trek through Deep Creek National Park and beyond, starting just 90 minutes from Adelaide. This outfit has spent three decades running trips here, so they've refined the logistics to let you focus on walking. You'll cover spectacular coastal terrain with a small group (max eight people), stay in the park each night, and eat proper meals—think wine-paired dinners and fresh breakfasts—without carrying a heavy pack.

Daintree, Cape Tribulation & River Cruise from Port Douglas

A 10-hour loop from Port Douglas into Australia's oldest rainforest, combining walks through Mossman Gorge, a river cruise spotting crocs and cassowaries, and the wild coastline at Cape Tribulation. Small groups travel with local guides who read the forest like a book—pointing out what most visitors miss. Lunch cooked fresh on-site, morning tea included, and enough time to actually breathe in the place rather than tick boxes.

10 hoursfrom AUD $279

Kalgan Queen Scenic Cruises a four hour sheltered water wildlife tour daily fun.

★ 5.0 (545)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

Kalgan Queen Scenic Cruises a four hour sheltered water wildlife tour daily fun.

Set out across Oyster Harbour and the Kalgan River on a four-hour cruise that gets you eye-level with local wildlife while a skipper shares stories about Albany's landscape and ANZAC heritage. After nearly two decades of regular passage, the crew knows these waters intimately—and the animals have grown accustomed to the vessel. A glass-bottomed section lets you watch what lives below without getting wet. Morning tea and hot savoury damper included.

Learn to Surf at Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast

Pick up a surfboard and paddle into Queensland's most celebrated break at Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast. This two-hour lesson puts you in waist-deep water with qualified instructors who double as lifesavers, so you're safe while learning to read waves and pop up on a soft beginner board. The 3 km stretch of golden sand and warm water makes it an ideal classroom for your first ride.

Hot Air Balloon Flights over Melbourne City (optional breakfast)

Float above [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) at dawn on a hot air balloon flight that drifts over the city's skyline and suburbs. This 4-hour experience includes roughly an hour aloft with live commentary, plus return transfers to the launch point. Weather permitting, you'll drift high enough to see the CBD sprawl below and trace the Yarra's path through the urban landscape. It's a surprisingly serene way to see Australia's largest city from an angle few get to experience.

4 hoursfrom AUD $515

Yarra Valley Wildlife & Wine Day Tour with Healesville Sanctuary

★ 5.0 (358)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Yarra Valley Wildlife & Wine Day Tour with Healesville Sanctuary

Spend ten hours exploring Victoria's wildlife and wine country on this small-group outing from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne). Start at Healesville Sanctuary, a conservation facility where you'll spot koalas, kangaroos, emus and wombats in their natural settings. After morning wildlife viewing, head to the Yarra Valley for lunch and tastings at two working vineyards—Yering Station and De Bortoli—sampling local wines paired with regional food.

10 hoursfrom AUD $350

Late Start Blue Mountains Wildlife, Waterfalls, Small Group Tour

★ 5.0 (325)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Australia

Late Start Blue Mountains Wildlife, Waterfalls, Small Group Tour

A 10-hour small-group exploration of the Blue Mountains' UNESCO-listed landscape, departing mid-morning to sidestep peak crowds. You'll traverse three valleys—Jamieson, Megalong and Grose—spotting native wildlife against dramatic cliff formations and eucalypt woodland. The tour peaks at sunset when the Three Sisters sandstone formation catches the golden light. Lunch and dinner at local mountain restaurants anchor the experience, keeping you fuelled without resorting to tourist traps.

10 hoursfrom AUD $297

★ 5.0 (317)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

Cygnet Bay Explorer - Dry Season

This nine-hour adventure combines aerial and marine exploration of Western Australia's Kimberley Coast. You'll fly over the Horizontal Waterfalls—tidal phenomena ranked among the world's most dramatic natural formations—then board a boat to navigate the Buccaneer Archipelago's thousand islands of ancient sandstone. A Pearl Discovery Tour reveals the region's pearling heritage, followed by lunch at Cygnet Bay Pearl Farms. The return flight sweeps past Cable Beach, Beagle Bay, and working pearl farms before heading back to Broome.

9 hoursfrom AUD $1220

★ 5.0 (291)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Private Airlie Beach Tuk-Tuk Tours

Explore Airlie Beach from a tuk-tuk, guided by someone who actually knows the place. Choose from 30-minute jaunts up to two hours, with flexible scheduling throughout the week. A dedicated sunset option captures the waterfront at golden hour, while the progressive food tour bounces between local spots—where you'll eat and drink at venues chosen for what's on that day. It's an unhurried way to see both the beach and the people who live here.

Brisbane's closest Hot Air Balloon Flights - City & Country views - 1 hr flight!

Launch before dawn from Ipswich, 30 minutes west of Brisbane, for a one-hour hot air balloon flight across the Greater Brisbane region, Somerset countryside and Scenic Rim foothills. The owner-operator, a 33-year veteran pilot, takes small groups of up to 10 passengers on intimate sorties that mix city sprawl with rural patchwork and mountain backdrops. Land to a full cooked breakfast and walk away with a flight certificate. Total time on the ground: four hours.

McLaren Vale North Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour

Spend your day exploring McLaren Vale's northern wineries at your own pace on this flexible hop-on hop-off circuit. Board from Adelaide's CBD or join at McLaren Vale itself, then work your way through 15+ producers across the region over seven hours. Stop at whichever cellar doors appeal to you, spending as long as you like at each, with buses looping hourly so you're never stranded.

7 hoursfrom AUD $100

Full-Day Whitsunday Tour: Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet with BBQ

★ 5.0 (239)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Full-Day Whitsunday Tour: Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet with BBQ

Spend eight hours exploring two of the Whitsundays' most striking beaches aboard a fast catamaran helmed by local skippers. You'll anchor at Whitehaven Beach's southern stretch for around two and a half hours—swim, laze on the sand, or climb to the lookout—then head to Hill Inlet for equally long at the beach and its famous vantage point. Grilled lunch, morning and afternoon refreshments, stinger suits, and hotel pickups are all wrapped in.

Merrick's Noosa Learn to Surf: 2 Hour group surfing lesson

Learn to ride waves at Noosa's beachfront break with this structured 2-hour group lesson. Merrick's uses a proven 1-2-3 teaching method designed to get beginners standing on a board from day one. Daily classes at 9am and 1.30pm run year-round, keeping groups small so instructors can tailor feedback to your pace. All kit provided—board, rash vest, and winter wetsuit included. Whether you've never paddled out or you're refining technique, the school handles swimmers aged 7 and up.

Half-Day Pemberton National Parks Beach and Forest Eco Adventure

A four-hour off-road exploration through Pemberton's protected landscapes, combining old-growth karri forest, inland dunes and coastal heath before reaching the Warren River mouth. Small-group tours led by experienced guides reveal Western Australian flora and fauna across three distinct ecosystems. Lunch or afternoon tea included, making it an accessible introduction to the region's natural diversity for families and solo travellers alike.

Hot Air Balloon Flights Geelong (The Great Ocean) + Breakfast

Rise above Geelong at dawn for an hour aloft over Victoria's patchwork of farmland, river valleys, and coastal sprawl. You'll drift past the Barwon River's curves, watch Port Phillip Bay spread out beneath you, and catch glimpses of the You Yangs on clear mornings. Launch sites rotate across Geelong, Murgheboluc, Bannockburn, and the Bellarine Peninsula depending on wind. The flight wraps with a full breakfast at the Holiday Inn back in town. Runs year-round, best November to March.

Blue Mountains Hiking Glow worms Cave Wildlife Spotlighting Night Adventure

A five-hour nocturnal forest walk through the Blue Mountains where you'll navigate bush tracks by headlamp to reach a cave harbouring thousands of glow worms. Your certified guide leads you through the darkness to witness these bioluminescent larvae illuminating the cavern like an underground constellation, alongside a cascading waterfall. You'll need moderate fitness and a steady pair of legs—this isn't a stroll, but a proper adventure after dark.

Night Walk in Cairns Botanic Gardens - Let's Go Buggin

Photograph the hidden invertebrate world of Cairns Botanic Gardens on a nocturnal guided walk led by photographer Bridgette. This two-hour small-group experience (maximum four people) reveals insects, spiders and micro-creatures that emerge after dark—animals most visitors never notice. You'll explore the gardens with an expert who offers personalised photography tips to help capture these elusive subjects. Bring your own camera and discover a side of the gardens few ever see.

2 hoursfrom AUD $90

★ 5.0 (164)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Welcome to Adelaide Walking Tour

Walk through Adelaide's grid streets with a local guide who knows the city inside-out. This 90-minute tour hits the main landmarks—Adelaide Arcade, Parliament House, Central Market—while explaining how Adelaide shifted from a free settlement nicknamed the City of Churches to today's food and wine hub. You'll pass through heritage shopping strips, spot the city's nightlife precincts, and get genuine local tips for what to do next. Grab a $5 coffee or iced tea (9am weekday tours only) and actually understand the place instead of just ticking boxes.

1h 30mfrom AUD $44

PRIVATE Blue Mountains tour & Koalas, Kangaroos, Cruise plus more

★ 5.0 (137)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

PRIVATE Blue Mountains tour & Koalas, Kangaroos, Cruise plus more

A 10-hour private guided tour of the Blue Mountains west of Sydney, tailored entirely to your group's pace. You'll explore World Heritage valleys and lookouts, spot native wildlife at a zoo or sanctuary, then choose between a scenic railway descent or river cruise back to the city. Your driver handles all navigation while you take in the mountain air, waterfalls, and village cafes of Katoomba and Leura. Three decades of running this route means your guide knows where the light hits best and which trails suit your group.

10 hoursfrom AUD $456

Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation

★ 5.0 (130)

🛕 Culture & History

Australia

Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation

A two-hour walking tour through Canberra that uncovers the overlooked contributions of women to Australia's political and cultural development. Guided by local historians with sharp wit, you'll explore the spaces between the National Archives, Library, and Gallery to discover the architects, reformers, and power brokers whose stories rarely made the official record. Leave with a genuine understanding of how women shaped the nation's capital and its institutions.

2 hoursfrom AUD $60

Brisbane Walking Tour: small group, local guide and hidden gems

★ 5.0 (130)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Brisbane Walking Tour: small group, local guide and hidden gems

Discover Brisbane's character on foot with a small group capped at eight people and a guide who actually lives here. This three-hour walk threads through Queen Street's energy and City Hall's heritage, hunting down overlooked corners—including Brisbane's famously tiny door. The tour channels proceeds into community projects and rubbish removal, so your ticket does double duty.

Perth City Riverside Segway Tour

Cruise through Perth's Elizabeth Quay on a Segway, taking in the Swan River waterfront and the city's modern redevelopment. This 60-minute guided tour includes full instruction, safety gear, and radio communication so you'll hear commentary as you roll past the riverside precinct. A practical way to cover ground and get oriented to Perth's CBD layout.

Learn to Surf at Broadbeach on the Gold Coast

This two-hour beginner surf lesson at Broadbeach puts you on a board with an instructor from a school that's been teaching since the late 1980s. You'll paddle out on the Gold Coast's reliable beach break with a soft beginner board, rash shirt or wetsuit depending on the season, and hands-on coaching to get you standing and riding. By the end, you'll have the fundamentals down and know whether surfing's your thing.

Cultural Caper Adelaide Walking Tour

Wander North Terrace with a local guide who connects Adelaide's grand civic buildings to the people and decisions that shaped them. This two-hour walk traces the city from colonial outpost to modern character, stopping at public monuments and heritage sites that tell the real story of how Adelaide became itself. Small groups mean actual conversation, not herding.

Tully River White Water Sports Rafting Half day ex Mission Beach

Paddle your own sports raft down the Tully River, Queensland's best whitewater playground, navigating grade 2–3 rapids through ancient rainforest canopy. This four-hour half-day trip combines genuine adrenaline with stunning scenery, finishing with bragging rights and soaked clothes. A professional guide handles safety and logistics while you grip the paddle. Pickup available from Mission Beach or Tully township.

Perth: Premiere Pathways - Walking Tour - Perth Attractions

A 2.5-hour guided walk through Perth's compact CBD uncovers the city's hidden corners—arcades, laneways and back alleys that reveal colonial stories and modern character. Your local guide shares the origins of Perth's name, tales of Indigenous history including Yagan, and points out where street artists have claimed walls as canvas. You'll finish with a drink, giving your feet a rest and your mind time to process what you've learned about this underrated Australian city.

Morning Cruise on the Murchison River in Kalbarri (April to Nov)

Cruise the Murchison River aboard Kalbarri's sole river vessel, a 2.5-hour journey through red-rock gorges and open bushland (April to November). A skipper shares local knowledge about the region's fishing heritage, native plants and wildlife whilst you drift past dramatic riverside cliffs. Tea, coffee and biscuits included. Accessible to all mobility levels and ages.

Margaret River Private Surf Lesson

A two-hour private surfing lesson on Margaret River's waves tailored to your group's needs and skill level. Whether you're a couple after an intimate session, mates keen to learn together, or a family wanting personal attention for younger swimmers, an experienced coach meets you at your ability. Boards, wetsuits, rash shirts and sunscreen all provided—you just bring enthusiasm and reasonable fitness.

Batemans Bay Glass-Bottom Kayak Tour Over 2 Relaxing Hours

Paddle through Batemans Marine Park in a glass-bottomed kayak with a local guide, peering down at stingrays, crabs and other marine residents without getting wet. This two-hour tour lets you observe the bay's underwater ecosystem from your seat, switching between morning and afternoon departures to suit your schedule. Equipment and snacks included.

Hunter Coastal Adventure Tour by Boat from Newcastle

Spend two and a half hours aboard a purpose-built eco vessel exploring the Hunter Coast by water from Newcastle. A knowledgeable guide narrates as you track marine wildlife—dolphins, turtles, seabirds—while passing sea caves, sandstone cliffs, and heritage forts. The boat hugs Caves Beach for close-up views and provides weatherproof gear to keep you comfortable in variable conditions.

Port Stephens, Beach and Sand Dune 4WD Tag-Along Tour

Pilot your own 4WD across the red dunes and coastal flats of Stockton in Port Stephens' Worimi Conservation Lands. This three-hour guided run pairs you with experienced off-road handlers who'll show you how to read the sand, navigate safely, and handle your vehicle's low-range gears on genuine terrain. You'll need your own 4WD and a beach permit (sorted at Anna Bay beforehand), but the local expertise and permission to explore these protected dunes make it genuinely rewarding.

Batemans Bay Oyster Tasting Kayak Tour

Paddle through the Clyde River Estuary with fourth-generation oyster farmers who'll walk you through their working beds and share techniques refined over generations. This two-hour kayak tour pairs a working farm visit with a tasting of two oyster varieties harvested that morning, giving you direct insight into how Australia's South Coast became renowned for shellfish. You'll drift past active leases, chat with the farmers, and taste why these cold waters produce such prized stock.

Honey Ryder Sunrise Jet Skiing in Darwin

Launch onto Darwin Harbour at first light on a guided jet ski, chasing the sunrise across tropical waters. This 90-minute adventure with a local operator gives you the speed and spray of the open sea whilst taking in the city's natural backdrop from the water. You'll need moderate fitness and a taste for early starts, but the payoff is a quiet morning on the bay before Darwin wakes up.

Albany Wildlife and Scenic Cruise

Set off from Emu Point at 9am for a four-hour cruise through Albany's sheltered waters, spotting pelicans, eagles, and native bird life around Green Island and the Kalgan River. You'll navigate calm bays rather than open ocean, with hot tea, coffee, and fresh damper served aboard whilst a skipper shares local stories and wildlife insights. Back ashore by 1pm.

Learn to Surf at Coolangatta on the Gold Coast

Spend two hours catching waves at Coolangatta Beach with an instructor who's been teaching since the late 1980s. This Gold Coast lesson covers the fundamentals of paddling, pop-up technique and reading the swell. You'll wear a rash shirt or wetsuit depending on season and work with soft beginner boards designed to forgive mistakes. Expect to spend most of your time in the water getting a feel for balance and timing.

Dinosaur Stampede and Carisbrooke Station Day Tour from Winton

Explore Winton's prehistoric landscape on this nine-hour guided excursion across working cattle country to Lark Quarry, where nearly 3,300 dinosaur footprints tell the story of a stampede from 95 million years ago. Your guide unpacks the geology of the region's distinctive mesa terrain, the lives of station workers past and present, and the flora and fauna adapted to this remote corner of inland Queensland. Hotel pickup, lunch, and refreshments included.

Aquascene Magnetic Island Sunset & Shipwreck Tour

Spend 2–3 hours aboard Aquascene exploring Magnetic Island's coastal heritage and the wreck of the City of Adelaide. Your skipper reveals how this 19th-century vessel ended up wedged on the island's shore, weaving together maritime history with sunset views across the water. Ideal for anyone curious about what lies beneath the waves and why shipwrecks matter to local geography.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $99

★ 5.0 (60)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Australia

Magnetic Island Tour Behind the Scenes

Spend five hours exploring Magnetic Island's quieter corners with Tim Bee, a lifelong resident who knows where the koalas hide and what locals actually do here. This isn't a standard island loop—you'll get insider knowledge about the place, its ecology, and the rhythms that make it work beyond the postcard views. Suited to anyone who wants to move past the obvious, whether that's tracking wildlife, learning island history, or just finding peace in the scrub.

Melbourne Foodie Culture

A four-hour walking tour through [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s laneways, arcades and heritage precincts that connects food culture with the city's layered history. You'll move between four carefully chosen food stops—from spice shops to coffee roasters to Chinatown vendors—while guides unpack the stories of the communities and architecture that shape the place. The Immigration Museum visit adds context to the city's multicultural roots.

Skip the Line: Perth Video Game Console Museum Ticket

The Nostalgia Box is Australia's sole video game console museum, housed in Perth and recognised in the 2019 Guinness World Record Gamer's Edition. Spend two hours wandering through decades of gaming hardware, from early arcade cabinets to modern systems, with hands-on access to playable machines throughout. Whether you're chasing childhood memories or discovering how gaming evolved, you'll walk through gaming history at your own pace.

2 hoursfrom AUD $19

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