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Self-Guided Sydney Middle Harbour Kayak 3 Hour Tour by Single Kayak

★ 4.9 (8)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

Self-Guided Sydney Middle Harbour Kayak 3 Hour Tour by Single Kayak

Paddle your own lightweight sea kayak around Sydney's Middle Harbour for three hours, charting your own route. Explore sheltered beaches, spot wildlife along Garigal National Park's foreshore, or venture toward the Pacific at the harbour heads. Australian-made Kevlar and carbon-fibre kayaks glide smoothly through the water, designed for easy solo paddling. A safety briefing and detailed map point you toward the best paddling zones for conditions on the day.

Private Transfer from Noosa to Sunshine Coast Airport up to 2 pax

Door-to-door sedan service whisking you from any Noosa address to Sunshine Coast Airport in 30 minutes. Designed for solo travellers or pairs with standard luggage, this private transfer eliminates the usual airport-run hassle. Your driver's location streams to your phone, and the service comes with all fees included. Multiple awards recognise their reliability since 2017.

Ocean Rafting: Whitehaven Beach, Snorkelling & Hill Inlet Lookout

Spend seven hours racing across the Whitsundays on a rigid-hulled inflatable, hitting Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and its lookout, plus fringing coral reefs for snorkelling. You'll get fed on the sand, guided walks through national park, and expert marine naturalist commentary throughout. Two tour variants let you choose between more water time or more beach time.

Barossa Valley Premium Wine Tasting Experience with Winery Lunch

Spend eight hours exploring the Barossa Valley's premier wineries on a small-group tour led by experienced guides. You'll visit family-run estates that offer tastings unavailable elsewhere, paired with a gourmet lunch built around local produce. The tour covers the region's rolling vineyards and cellar doors, ending with hotel drop-off. Ideal whether you're chasing specific vintages or discovering what made this corner of South Australia legendary.

Discover Barossa: 4 Wine Tastings, Gourmet Lunch, and Hidden Gems

Escape Adelaide for eight hours sampling Barossa Valley's finest drops. This shared coach tour hits four premium estates, including the heritage-listed Seppeltsfield, plus a chocolate factory stop. You'll taste your way through the valley's signature varietals, sit down to a proper gourmet lunch, and return to your city hotel with a solid grasp of what makes this region tick. No pretence, just good wine and good food.

Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour

This seven-and-a-half-hour outer reef expedition takes a maximum of 36 passengers to two distinct reef systems and Michaelmas Cay, one of the Barrier Reef's most visited islands. You'll spend the day between guided snorkelling sessions, a glass-bottomed boat viewing, and island time, with lunch and refreshments included. The small group size means less crowding than larger reef operators, though you'll need to arrange your own transport to the departure point.

Grampians National Park Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne

A 13-hour guided exploration of Victoria's Grampians National Park departing from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne), designed for small groups of up to 24 people. Travel by air-conditioned coach with knowledgeable guides who navigate you through dramatic sandstone ridges, lookout points and walking trails. An onboard multilingual audio system provides context in 16 languages, letting you engage at your own pace alongside the group commentary.

13 hoursfrom AUD $165

Day Tour in Mt. Field, Mt. Wellington, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Richmond

★ 4.9 (813)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Day Tour in Mt. Field, Mt. Wellington, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Richmond

Pack three distinct Tasmanian landscapes into one nine-hour loop. Drive to Wellington's summit for panoramic views across the state, then descend to Mt. Field National Park where Russell Falls tumbles through cool temperate forest. Pivot toward the Derwent River's winding valley before reaching Bonorong, where you'll encounter Tasmanian devils and other native wildlife up close. Finish among the sandstone cottages and colonial architecture of Richmond village. A local guide navigates the route; small group keeps the pace intimate.

Melbourne Foodie Discovery Walking Tour

A three-hour guided ramble through [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s foodie hotspots, uncovering the city's obsession with eating through hidden laneways and unmarked doors. Your local guide steers you toward the places visitors typically miss—specialty coffee roasters, dumpling joints, patisseries, and neighbourhood bars—with five tastings and drinks woven throughout. Start here on your first day and you'll map out a dozen reasons to return.

Sydney Dark Stories True Crime Tour

Walk through The Rocks, Sydney's roughest precinct, and uncover the violent crimes and gang warfare that shaped the neighbourhood's early decades. This 90-minute guided tour traces real cases through heritage streets and hidden laneways, revealing murders, poisonings and underworld tales the city largely swept aside. You'll see where notorious events played out against Sydney's oldest architecture, discovering how lawlessness once defined this now-gentrified waterfront pocket.

1h 30mfrom AUD $34

★ 4.9 (485)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Highlights of Canberra Full Day Tour

Spend eight hours discovering Canberra's civic heart with a knowledgeable local guide. Start from Mount Ainslie's summit for sweeping views across the capital, then descend into Parliament House to see where Australia's laws are crafted. You'll visit the National Capital Exhibition Centre, walk the Parliamentary Triangle past major institutions, and finish at the Australian War Memorial, where the daily Last Post Ceremony pays solemn tribute to fallen service members. Hotel pickup and transport included throughout.

Premium Winery Tour with Tannin Road (Departs Margaret River)

A curated small-group wine tour through Margaret River's celebrated vineyards, visiting three award-winning cellar doors for unhurried tastings alongside a local guide. You'll pause mid-day for lunch at a regional brewery or bistro, take in the rolling landscape, and stop at a local food producer or chocolate maker if time allows. Door-to-door transport from your accommodation over six to seven hours gives you authentic access to the people and stories behind Margaret River's wines without the rush.

6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $195

★ 4.9 (361)

🍹 Nightlife

Australia

Magic Men Cabaret Show

Sydney's weekly all-male cabaret delivers three hours of dancing, singing and acrobatics designed for celebrations and nights out. Performers bring energy and skill to an accessible venue where you'll arrive with champagne in hand and finger food on offer. Whether marking a milestone or simply gathering mates, this show pairs entertainment with the practical comfort of easy transport links and full wheelchair access.

Litchfield Park Adventures + Berry Springs

A full-day exploration of Litchfield Park north of Darwin, led by a local Top End guide who knows the region intimately. Swim at three separate waterholes—Wangi, Florence, and Buley Rock—plus seasonal stops at Berry Springs and Tolmer Falls depending on conditions. The itinerary weaves in visits to the striking magnetic termite mounds and Batchelor township, with a city orientation before pickup. Ten and a half hours in an air-conditioned minivan or coach, departing at 8am.

Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise from Adventure Bay, Bruny Island

Chase Southern Ocean swells on a three-hour coastal cruise around Bruny Island, Tasmania. Your skipper navigates the custom-built eco-cruiser into sea caves, beneath towering cliff walls and across open water where seals, dolphins and seabirds patrol their territory. This isn't a passive float—expect the vessel to move with genuine purpose as it searches the wild margins where land and ocean collide.

Lake Cave Fully Guided Tour

A one-hour guided walk through Lake Cave in Western Australia's karri forest, where your guide reveals the subterranean geology and history whilst strategically lit formations emerge from darkness. You'll encounter the rare suspended table—a multi-tonne rock formation defying gravity above the water—and watch active stalactites drip into the reflective lake below, each drop sending rings across the surface. Suits families, couples, and geology enthusiasts.

1 hourfrom AUD $26

Blue Mountains Ultimate One-Day Tour from Sydney

★ 4.9 (232)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Blue Mountains Ultimate One-Day Tour from Sydney

This nine-and-a-half-hour van tour from Sydney takes small groups into Blue Mountains National Park to explore its most striking landmarks. You'll visit Katoomba Falls, the Three Sisters rock formations, ride the world's steepest railway, and glide across the Scenic Skyway. A guided bushwalk offers chances to spot native wildlife, while lunch at a local restaurant showcases regional flavours. The UNESCO-listed park unfolds across multiple vantage points, each revealing different angles of the sandstone escarpment and forested valleys below.

Sydney Harbour Unique Cruise Including Lunch

Cruise Sydney Harbour on a 52-foot motor yacht with locals who know where to go. This four-hour small-group tour skips the standard viewpoint queues and heads straight to quiet coves and sheltered beaches tucked away from the main tourist trail. You'll spot the Opera House and Harbour Bridge from the water, then anchor for a barbecue lunch with local beer and wine included.

Cairns Aquarium by Twilight Tour and 3-Course Dinner

Step into Cairns Aquarium after closing time for a private guided wander through darkened tanks and glowing exhibits, then settle into Squire's Loft for a three-course meal. The three-hour experience pairs marine discovery with proper dining—no rushed crowds, just you and the reef's nocturnal rhythms. A straightforward blend of curiosity and comfort.

Half Day Guided Surf Lesson in Byron Bay

Learn to surf at one of Australia's most celebrated coastlines with Soul Surf School's half-day group lessons along the Byron Bay, Lennox, and Ballina stretches. Small class ratios—1:7 for adults, 1:4 for younger surfers—mean you'll get genuine instruction rather than being herded into a crowded line. Instructors scout conditions daily to find the best peaks for your level, whether you're standing on a board for the first time or refining your technique. All boards and kit included.

ArtVo Gold Coast – Queensland’s First Trick Art Gallery

ArtVo is Queensland's first trick art gallery sprawled across 1400 square metres on the Gold Coast. You'll navigate themed zones filled with massive optical illusion murals—wrestling with wild beasts, dangling over cliff edges, riding monster waves—all designed for you to step into and photograph. Unlike traditional galleries where you observe from a distance, here you become the artwork. Staff actively encourage endless snapping and posing, turning your visit into a playful creative session rather than passive viewing. Expect 2–4 hours depending on how deep you want to lean into the illusions.

2 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $30

★ 4.9 (107)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

Wilsons Prom Whale Cruise

A 6-hour catamaran voyage along the Wilsons Promontory coastline tracking humpback whales during their southern migration. The sturdy catamaran follows established feeding routes past the lighthouse, Waterloo Bay and Refuge Cove, where pods often congregate with calves in tow. Aboard, a knowledgeable crew provides running commentary while you tuck into morning tea, a full lunch and snacks, with a licensed bar for extra drinks.

Noosa Ocean Adventures: Whale Watch

A 2-hour whale watching cruise departing from Noosa that targets Humpback Whales during their migration season. Led by an experienced skipper, you'll travel in a small boat (maximum 12 passengers) into open waters where these cetaceans feed and pass through. The boat departs at times determined by tidal conditions, so you'll need to confirm your specific slot with the operator. Arrive 30 minutes early for safety briefing and life jacket fitting.

Small Group Kangaroo Island Evening and Night Tour

Explore [Kangaroo Island](/places/kangaroo-island)'s nocturnal wildlife on a 2–3 hour evening tour in a small 4WD convoy. With no more than 8 passengers and a conservation-focused guide, you'll track island creatures as they emerge after sunset—from fairy penguins to possums—across rugged terrain. The experience prioritises animal welfare; guides observe from respectful distances rather than pursuing subjects, giving you genuine encounters with the island's after-dark residents.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $145

Surf Lesson on the Gold Coasts locals Favourite beach (Ages 14+)

★ 4.9 (99)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Australia

Surf Lesson on the Gold Coasts locals Favourite beach (Ages 14+)

Get on a board at Spit Beach, a local favourite on the Gold Coast, with qualified instructors who keep groups small and manageable. This two-hour session welcomes ages 14+ regardless of experience or swimming ability—the shallow, protected setting means you'll be standing on the board within minutes. You'll leave with wetsuit, board and rash shirt provided, plus the muscle memory of actually riding a wave.

Margaret River Boutique Wine Tour w. Blind Tasting+Italian Lunch

A 6–7 hour guided tour through Margaret River's wine region that teaches you how to taste properly. You'll start with artisanal chocolate, learn a systematic blind-tasting method you can use anywhere, then eat woodfired Italian at Olio Bello before visiting three handpicked boutique wineries, a scenic vineyard with cheese, and finish at a local brewery. Coastal views, seasonal whale sightings, and olive oil sampling round out the day. Pickup and dropoff included.

6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $180

Lamington National Park, O'Reilly's & Vineyard Tour

★ 4.9 (68)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Australia

Lamington National Park, O'Reilly's & Vineyard Tour

Climb into the Gold Coast hinterland to explore one of the world's largest subtropical rainforests at [Lamington National Park](/places/lamington-national-park). This six-to-seven-hour guided tour takes you 1,000 metres up to O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat, where you'll walk amongst the canopy, hand-feed wild parrots, and learn the property's colourful past—including a crashed Stinson plane. Finish at Canungra Valley Vineyard with a complimentary sparkling wine and peek at the alpaca farm nestled by the mountain stream.

6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $135

★ 4.9 (62)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Australia

Sunset Experience

Join a small group for an evening at Devils@Cradle Wildlife Sanctuary in Tasmania's Cradle Mountain rainforest. Over 75 minutes, you'll walk amongst native wildlife, sample local produce and drinks, and gather around a campfire at sunset to toast marshmallows and watch the sky change colour—all whilst hearing the distinctive calls of Tasmanian devils echoing through the ancient forest.

Half-Day Abseiling Adventure in Blue Mountains National Park

Push your limits on three progressively steeper rock faces in the Blue Mountains. This 3.5-hour session takes you from a manageable 5-metre beginner pitch through to a nerve-testing 30-metre abseil, all under watchful instruction in native bushland. You'll learn proper technique, build confidence, and feel the adrenaline rush as the landscape drops away beneath you.

From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Newcastle Beach

Hurl yourself from 15,000 feet above the Hunter Region in a tandem skydive with a certified instructor, reaching speeds over 220 km/h before a peaceful parachute descent. You'll clock unobstructed views of Lake Macquarie, Newcastle Harbour, and the NSW coast stretching south towards Sydney. The whole affair takes two hours door-to-door, including return transfers from Sydney, training, the jump itself, and a landing watched by mates at the dropzone.

2 hoursfrom AUD $349

★ 4.9 (39)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

nipaluna (Hobart) Highlights Day Tour

Explore Hobart's essential landmarks on this 6.5-hour guided minivan tour (8 hours Saturdays), taking in Salamanca's waterfront precinct, the historic Richmond township, kunanyi's summit views, and the city's colonial core. Your driver-guide navigates the route whilst sharing local insight, leaving you time to wander at your own pace. Hotel pickups available across the metro area.

Harvest Your Own Pearl Private Experience - Perth

Open a live South Sea Pearl oyster at Willie Creek's Perth showroom and keep whatever gem you find inside. This one-hour private experience pairs the theatrical moment of cracking open a Pinctada maxima shell—sourced from the award-winning farm in Broome—with sparkling Margaret River wine and pearl meat canapés. Your pearl, valued between $500 and $3,000 AUD, becomes yours outright, or converts to a showroom credit if it falls outside that range. You'll receive personalised guidance through the flagship jewellery collection afterwards.

Cairns Trinity Inlet Sightseeing Cruise

Glide through Trinity Inlet on a 75-minute cruise that threads past mangrove banks and open water where wildlife congregates. Your skipper narrates Cairns' layered history and ecology as you settle into shaded, lounge-style seating. Spot herons, sea eagles, and saltwater crocs in their natural setting. The boat carries a toilet, moves slowly enough for photography, and keeps numbers small—a genuine chance to read the landscape rather than skim it.

1h 15mfrom AUD $63

Ayers Rock Scenic Plane Flight: Desert Explorer

★ 4.9 (31)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Ayers Rock Scenic Plane Flight: Desert Explorer

Fly over central Australia's most striking desert formations on this three-hour aerial tour from Uluru. You'll bank above the rust-red monolith itself, sweep past the domed ridges of Kata Tjuta, skim across the salt flats of Lake Amadeus, and get an unobstructed bird's-eye view of Kings Canyon's sheer orange walls and hidden gorges. A pilot provides live narration through headsets as you circle each landmark, revealing the scale and colour that ground-level visits can't match.

3 hoursfrom AUD $1080

Resin Art Classes Brisbane: Cheeseboards & Coasters

★ 4.9 (30)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Australia

Resin Art Classes Brisbane: Cheeseboards & Coasters

Learn resin pouring in Brisbane with a one-hour guided session creating functional art like cheeseboards and coasters. Work alongside experienced artists who'll teach you mixing, pouring, and detail work from scratch, regardless of your experience level. All materials—quality resin, pigments, tools—are supplied, and you'll leave with a piece that needs 24 hours to cure before collection or delivery.

1 hourfrom AUD $129

Full Day Tour of Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles from Melbourne

★ 4.9 (30)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Full Day Tour of Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles from Melbourne

This 12-hour coastal drive from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) traces the Great Ocean Road to the Twelve Apostles, Victoria's most photographed rock formations. Starting early to beat crowds, you'll travel through national parks with a knowledgeable guide, stopping at dramatic limestone cliffs, hidden coves and small seaside villages. Expect rugged ocean views, salt-spray encounters and chances to spot local birds and marine life against one of Australia's most sculptural stretches of coast.

12 hoursfrom AUD $159

Private 90 Min Luxury Cruise on Sydney Harbour - up to 6 Guests

★ 4.9 (23)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

Private 90 Min Luxury Cruise on Sydney Harbour - up to 6 Guests

A private 90-minute voyage around Sydney Harbour for up to six people, taking in the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and sheltered bays whilst learning about the city's colonial origins. Your skipper navigates to prime photo stops and provides historical context for each location. Sparkling wine arrives on board for couples, and you're welcome to bring your own food and drinks—glassware and cutlery supplied.

Afternoon Gordon River Dinner Cruise

Set sail from Strahan on Tasmania's rugged west coast aboard the Harbour Master catamaran for a 6-hour evening cruise through World Heritage waters. You'll navigate Hells Gates, pass working aquaculture farms, and explore the convict ruins of Sarah Island with a local guide. Two hours on the Gordon River includes a walk through pristine rainforest before returning to a dinner of Tasmanian fare prepared fresh on-board.

6 hoursfrom AUD $160

★ 4.9 (15)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Great Darr River Rail Run in Longreach

Climb aboard a restored Rail Motor for a three-hour journey across western Queensland's Thomson River floodplains near Longreach. Your driver doubles as storyteller, weaving together the region's railway heritage with the landscape rolling past your window. It's a straightforward way to experience outback rail travel without heavy exertion, suited to families and those after a gentle historical outing.

3 hoursfrom AUD $139

Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne

★ 4.9 (7,098)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne

Spend 14 hours exploring Victoria's most dramatic coastline with a small group of up to 24 travellers. This eco-focused tour departs from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) and winds along the Great Ocean Road, taking in towering cliffs, secluded beaches and native bushland. Your guide shares local knowledge whilst a multilingual audio app (16 languages) offers deeper context. Coffee and tea included; all transport, park fees and air-conditioned comfort sorted.

14 hoursfrom AUD $159

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