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★ 4.7 (231)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Australia

Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day

Kool Katz runs four-hour group surf lessons near Byron Bay, operating since 1993 with a straightforward promise: ride a wave for 40 metres or get your money back. You'll work with instructors known for their enthusiastic, no-nonsense teaching style. The outfit supplies boards, wetsuits, rashvests, sunscreen and water, so you show up ready to paddle. Expect patient coaching in the water, real feedback on your technique, and a genuine introduction to Australian beach culture rather than a packaged experience.

Perth to Rottnest Island Roundtrip Ferry Ticket

Catch the daily SeaLink ferry from Perth to Rottnest Island and back in a single day. The nine-hour roundtrip includes return passage, onboard WiFi, and island entry. Staff keep things running smoothly with attentive service throughout. You'll depart Perth in the morning and return by early evening, leaving the day's activities entirely in your hands. Optional hotel pickup saves the hassle of parking near the terminal.

Phillip Island Penguin Parade Express Tour from Melbourne

Catch Victoria's little penguins returning home at dusk on this 8–10 hour return trip from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne). Start at the Nobbies and Seal Rocks, where clifftop walks reveal Australia's largest fur seal colony and sweeping views of Phillip Island's rugged coastline. As darkness falls, head to the Penguin Parade to watch hundreds of these birds shuffle from ocean to burrow—a nightly ritual that's both comical and deeply natural. Air-conditioned coach, guide commentary, and entry fees included.

8 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $135

Peninsula Hot Springs and Beach Boxes Day Trip from Melbourne

★ 4.7 (66)

🧖 Wellness & Spa

Australia

Peninsula Hot Springs and Beach Boxes Day Trip from Melbourne

Spend the day soaking in natural thermal pools on the Mornington Peninsula, then climb to Arthurs Seat for sweeping views across Port Phillip Bay back towards [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s skyline. The trip wraps with a visit to the iconic beach boxes—those colourful bathing huts that line the shore. Eight-and-a-half hours of relaxation and scenery, with transport and hot springs entry sorted.

8h 30mfrom AUD $189

Hahndorf & Barossa & Maggie Beers (2 wineries and Lunch Included)

★ 4.7 (52)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Hahndorf & Barossa & Maggie Beers (2 wineries and Lunch Included)

Spend eight hours exploring South Australia's wine country with stops at two family-run wineries and the iconic Maggie Beer Farm Shop. This shared group tour (up to 25 people) takes you through the Adelaide Hills, featuring tastings at Château Tanunda and Kies Family Wines, a sit-down lunch, and a final hour wandering Hahndorf's historic village. Travel in air-conditioned comfort, moving at a leisurely pace between destinations.

Great Barrier Reef 30-Minute Scenic Helicopter Tour from Cairns

Fly 30 minutes above the [Great Barrier Reef](/places/great-barrier-reef) from Cairns to grasp its true scale—one of the world's seven natural wonders. The helicopter sweeps past Green Island and Fitzroy Island, with chances to spot sand cays at low tide, manta rays, sea turtles, and seasonal whales. An informative pilot commentary frames what unfolds beneath you. The whole experience takes about an hour from start to finish.

Full-Day Sports and Beer Tour of Melbourne with Lunch

Seven-hour romp through [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s sporting landmarks paired with craft beer. Start at Flemington Racecourse, where the Melbourne Cup commands national attention, then circuit the Albert Park Grand Prix track before ducking behind the MCG's closed doors. Fuel up with lunch and a drink mid-tour, finish at a scrappy independent brewery sampling their range. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

7 hoursfrom AUD $310

Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & Iconic Coastal Views Day Tour

★ 4.7 (28)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & Iconic Coastal Views Day Tour

A 12–14 hour coastal drive tracing the Great Ocean Road from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne), hitting the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and the less-visited London Bridge natural arch. You'll stop in Lorne and Apollo Bay, scan the canopy for wild koalas, and pass the historic Memorial Arch. The route packs Victoria's most photogenic cliffs and rock formations into a single day, with a driver-guide handling the navigation so you focus on the views.

12 hours – 14 hoursfrom AUD $75

Cygnet Bay Sea Safari & Pearl Farm Tour Scenic Flight

★ 4.7 (24)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Australia

Cygnet Bay Sea Safari & Pearl Farm Tour Scenic Flight

Fly over the Kimberley's Buccaneer Archipelago to reach Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm, perched on the remote Dampier Peninsula. This 10-hour adventure combines a scenic flight with a pearl farm harvest tour and two-hour boat exploration of tidal passages and island systems. Watch Horizontal Falls' dramatic tidal surge from the air, then descend to witness pearling operations firsthand before lunch overlooking King Sound. Hotel transfers included.

10 hoursfrom AUD $1255

Never Never Distilling Co. Premium Gin Masterclass

★ 4.7 (21)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Australia

Never Never Distilling Co. Premium Gin Masterclass

Spend 90 minutes at Never Never Distilling in McLaren Vale learning how Australian craft gin moves from botanical to bottle. The founders walk you through their award-winning process, sharing the experiences that shaped their spirit. You'll taste the full range plus seasonal experiments from a vantage point across the region's best terrain, starting with a Triple Juniper G&T and finishing with a cocktail built around your preferred pour.

Island Orientation Tour with Airport Transfer Norfolk Island

Land on [Norfolk Island](/places/norfolk-island) and settle in properly with airport collection, then join a three-hour guided tour the next day to get your bearings. Your driver points out the island's layout, historical sites, and what's worth visiting, so you can plan the rest of your stay without wandering blindly. You'll finish with Devonshire Tea to ease into island time.

Whisky Bars & Gin Joints: Melbourne Walking Tour

Walk through [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s boozy backstory on this 2.5-hour tour linking colonial smuggling tales to today's craft spirit scene. You'll visit three standout bars—a heritage cottage once used for illicit grog, the city's original whisky haunt, and a secretive distillery—sampling three drinks at each stop. A guide steers you through prohibition-era yarns and distilling bans whilst you taste everything from peaty single malts to London Dry gins.

Hot Air Balloon Flight over the Yarra Valley

Launch before dawn to drift silently above Victoria's Yarra Valley wine region in a hot air balloon. During the 3–5 hour experience, you'll float past vineyards, the Great Dividing Range, and [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s distant skyline while the landscape unfolds beneath you. The pilot captures photos mid-flight to send your way, turning the stillness of early morning into something tangible to take home.

3 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $445

Australian Wildlife Tour at Melbourne Zoo Ticket - excl. entry

★ 4.7 (17)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Australia

Australian Wildlife Tour at Melbourne Zoo Ticket - excl. entry

Catch [Melbourne Zoo](/places/melbourne-zoo)'s Australian animals during their most active hours with early-morning access and a guide who knows the inhabitants intimately. You'll stand within metres of kangaroos in their exhibit, listen to a keeper explain koala behaviour, and spot wombats and native birds as they stir. The 45-minute experience runs year-round and suits all fitness levels, though entry to the zoo itself isn't included.

Ipswich Cemetery Ghost Tour

Walk through Ipswich General Cemetery on this 2-hour guided tour exploring the site's documented hauntings and local legends. Led by experienced guides drawing on decades of local research, you'll hear accounts of spectral figures tied to the cemetery's convict and bushranger past, forgotten graves, and the broader history of this Victorian-era burial ground. The tour operates on the cemetery's outer edge, near the former psychiatric hospital, and uncovers stories rooted in Ipswich's darker chapters.

Melbourne Sports Experience + Free Australian Sports Museum entry

Explore [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s sporting legacy and present-day facilities on a guided 3.5-hour tour led by locals who know the game. You'll visit iconic venues across the city, take a break for coffee and a bite at a stadium café, then spend time in the Australian Sports Museum—a one-of-a-kind collection that reopened in 2020. It's a chance to understand how deeply sport runs through this city's veins.

Mirima Walk: Aboriginal Culture & Country

Walk through Mirima National Park with Miriwoong guides who unlock the park's rock art and reveal which plants sustained their ancestors. You'll hear Dreamtime stories tied to the landscape, then head to Waringarri—Australia's first Indigenous-owned art centre—where you can watch artists at work and taste bush tucker. The whole experience runs about two and a half hours and sits at the heart of Kimberley culture in Western Australia.

Virtual Reality Experience

Step into shared virtual worlds at this Sydney CBD venue, a short walk from Central Station. You'll gear up for 30 minutes to an hour of multiplayer VR gaming with a group, guided through the basics before you play. Coffee or tea comes included. It's a straightforward way to test drive immersive gaming without the usual arcade crowds or lengthy commitment.

30 min – 1 hourfrom AUD $45

★ 4.7 (7)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Private All Blue Mountains Day Tour

A 10-hour private tour departing Sydney that takes you deep into the Blue Mountains via air-conditioned vehicle, starting with hotel pickup. You'll explore Echo Point's Three Sisters rock formation, spot distinctive landmarks like Boar's Head and Orphan Rock, wander through Leura and Katoomba villages, and learn about Aboriginal culture through boomerang throwing with your Australian guide. The journey concludes with a scenic ferry cruise down the Parramatta River into Sydney Harbour, returning you to your hotel.

10 hoursfrom AUD $800

Kuranda Scenic Railway and Rainforest Station (Small Group)

★ 4.7 (7)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Kuranda Scenic Railway and Rainforest Station (Small Group)

Spend seven hours exploring North Queensland's rainforest through multiple perspectives: a morning railway journey past waterfalls and gorges, an amphibious Army Duck tour that wades into the forest canopy, and insights into Indigenous land management. You'll eat a traditional Aussie barbie lunch, then ascend the Skyrail Cableway for aerial views before returning to your starting point by vehicle. The circuit balances transport, education, and food in a single day.

7 hoursfrom AUD $290

Kuranda Skyrail and Scenic Rail including Artillery Museum

★ 4.7 (7)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Kuranda Skyrail and Scenic Rail including Artillery Museum

Combine two iconic Cairns experiences in a single day: explore Australia's largest armoured vehicle and artillery collection, then cable across the World Heritage rainforest canopy via Skyrail before descending on the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway. The route takes you through gorges and past coastal views on the return journey to Cairns. Kuranda village has time for browsing markets and cafés at your own cost. Nine hours total, including hotel pickups and dropoffs.

Sydney Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Wander Sydney's overlooked corners on this 2.5-hour walking tour, moving past the postcard landmarks to discover what locals actually know. You'll trace colonial sandstone through laneways and arcades, pause at Angel Place's haunting birdcage installation honouring extinct native birds, explore Martin Place's protest legacy, and finish in the Queen Victoria Building's ornate halls before spilling into Chinatown's street energy. A guide narrates the city's political and maritime underbelly whilst a local café stop breaks up the pace.

Cabaret Dinner Show at the Honeycomb Club

Three hours of burlesque, comedy, magic and live performance at Sydney's Honeycomb Club in Kings Cross, paired with a two-course dinner at your table. Talented performers—local and touring acts—deliver everything from seductive routines to satirical sketches and show-stopping dance numbers. Your seated meal comes with a set entrée and main course (chicken, fish or vegetarian), and you can order cocktails throughout the evening without leaving your spot.

Guided Kayak Adventure Tour 3hrs options please check the website

Paddle through Moreton Bay's marine park on a guided three-and-a-half-hour kayak tour departing from Raby Bay, just 30 minutes south of Brisbane. Navigate mangrove channels, weave past secluded islands, and scan the water for dolphins, turtles and dugongs. The route covers roughly six kilometres at a steady pace with a midway rest stop where hot drinks and snacks appear. Designed for paddlers with solid experience and moderate fitness.

Mornington Peninsula Luxury Lunch, Wine Tasting & Pt Leo Art Walk

Spend seven hours exploring the Mornington Peninsula's renowned wine country with a small-group tour centred on regional produce and local winemaking. You'll settle into lunch at Merrick's General Store, where the kitchen works with seasonal ingredients paired to local wines, then wander the Pt Leo Estate sculpture grounds at your own pace. A knowledgeable guide steers the day; travel happens in an air-conditioned Mercedes with a maximum of eight guests.

Sydney Harbour Highlights & Aussie Bites Catamaran Cruise

Cruise Sydney Harbour for an hour aboard a 26-person catamaran, drifting past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison, Luna Park and Barangaroo. You'll graze on Australian bites—vegemite biscuits, lamingtons, cold meats and dips—alongside a complimentary soft drink, juice or water. No guided commentary; just you, the water and the city's most recognisable landmarks. Pick up and drop off at Man O War Steps near the Opera House.

Exclusive Blue Mountains Wildlife and Bushwalk Tour From Sydney

A 10-hour guided day tour combining wildlife encounters and bushwalking in the Blue Mountains, west of Sydney. You'll spend time at Featherdale Wildlife Park meeting kangaroos, koalas, and wombats, then tackle scenic trails around Wentworth Falls and the Three Sisters rock formation. The itinerary flexes with weather and crowd patterns, keeping group sizes small (max 23 people) so you get genuine local knowledge from your guide rather than a generic run-through.

10 hoursfrom AUD $199

★ 4.7 (1,031)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

Wineglass Bay Cruise from Coles Bay

Cruise the waters off Coles Bay aboard Schouten Passage II to witness Wineglass Bay's famed crescent from the vantage point most visitors never see. Over 4.5 hours, you'll navigate the Freycinet Peninsula's dramatic granite cliffs and pristine beaches whilst a local guide shares the region's ecology. Wildlife sightings often include dolphins, seals, sea eagles and—seasonally—migrating whales. Pennicott Wilderness Journeys operates this eco-focused voyage with onboard facilities and optional lunch.

Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge and Daintree Rainforest Day Tour

An 11-hour small-group expedition through three of Far North Queensland's natural treasures: the ancient [Daintree Rainforest](/places/daintree-rainforest), Mossman Gorge's crystalline waters, and Cape Tribulation's dual World Heritage coastline. Departing from Cairns, Port Douglas, or the Northern Beaches, you'll travel in a luxury Mercedes Sprinter with knowledgeable local guides who reveal the ecology, wildlife, and geography that make this region irreplaceable. The day combines a Daintree River cruise, gorge swimming and walking, morning refreshments, a proper lunch, and tropical fruit sampling.

11 hoursfrom AUD $283

★ 4.7 (709)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Torrens River Cruise in Adelaide

Glide past Adelaide's landmarks aboard The Popeye, a heritage vessel plying the Torrens River for 40–50 minutes. The skipper narrates as you drift past the Festival Centre, SAHMRI, parklands and the university, unpacking the river's historical role and the city's evolution into one of the world's most liveable places. Questions encouraged, cameras at the ready.

40 min – 50 minfrom AUD $30

★ 4.7 (690)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

Swim with Wild Dolphins Day Tour

Spend six hours swimming alongside wild dolphins in the protected waters near Rockingham, just 40 minutes southwest of Perth. The boat crew has built relationships with over 200 resident dolphins across three decades, giving you genuine chances to encounter these intelligent animals on their terms. You'll move between sheltered bays and islands, snorkel the surrounding reefs, and share a gourmet spread onboard. Photography is included, with images uploaded for you to download and keep.

6 hoursfrom AUD $299

Longreach: 4-Hour Starlights Cruise Experience

★ 4.7 (420)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Longreach: 4-Hour Starlights Cruise Experience

Drift down the Thomson River at dusk aboard a heritage vessel, spotting brolgas and galahs returning to roost whilst learning about outback ecology and colonial heritage. Moor at a riverside stockman's camp where you'll tuck into beef stew and damper around a crackling fire, then settle back for an outdoor screening of a custom-made film about the legendary Captain Starlight, finishing with sweet tea under the stars. The entire experience spans four hours in remote Queensland.

Full Day Reef Cruise and 10 Minute Helicopter Scenic Flight

Spend a full day aboard a luxury 35-metre superyacht exploring two pristine outer reef sites on Australia's [Great Barrier Reef](/places/great-barrier-reef). You'll have five hours in the water—snorkelling or diving, depending on your package—plus a ten-minute helicopter flight to see the reef from above. The day wraps with a cooked lunch onboard and wine on the return. Check-in is 7.15am at Reef Fleet Terminal in Cairns; the boat departs at 8am.

All-Inclusive Waterfall Explorer Day Trip from Airlie Beach

A five-hour guided loop from Airlie Beach combining a swim at Cedar Creek Falls with lunch and drinks at a beachfront pavilion. You'll wade through rockpools surrounded by Queensland's subtropical canopy, then transition to the bar for locally prepared food and cocktails. The operator holds Australia's highest eco-certification and was named best adventure tourism business in the Whitsundays in 2024. Small groups, air-conditioned transport, and all meals included.

Brisbane Mini Segway Tour

Glide through Brisbane's riverside precincts and city centre on self-balancing two-wheelers, guided by locals who know where to look. You'll cover significant ground in an hour without the fatigue of walking, taking in the river views and architecture from a vantage point that lets you move faster than foot pace but slow enough to actually absorb the surroundings. Training and safety gear included; no prior experience needed.

1 hourfrom AUD $59

★ 4.7 (186)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Small Group Uluru Sunset Viewing Tour

Watch Uluru transform as the sun dips below the horizon on this two-hour viewing tour near Alice Springs. You'll settle into a prime spot with unobstructed sightlines while the monolith shifts through shades of orange, red and purple. A small group of no more than 11 means genuine breathing room and genuine quiet. Hotel pickup, a glass of sparkling wine and light snacks round things out.

Blue Mountains Sunset Nature-based & Waterfall Tour from Sydney

Skip the Sydney traffic and head to the Blue Mountains in late morning for an afternoon and sunset exploration of this World Heritage wilderness. You'll walk through native forests, spot Australian wildlife, and watch the light transform the Jamison Valley and surrounding ranges. This 10.5-hour tour balances guided bush walks (2–4km depending on fitness) with plenty of time to absorb the landscape at a relaxed pace, finishing as the sun dips behind the rugged peaks.

Self-Guided Ngilgi Cave Ancient Lands Experience

Explore Ngilgi Cave on your own terms, starting with an accessible walking trail through Yallingup bushland dotted with interactive displays about the land's cultural heritage and geological story. The path descends into the limestone cave system beneath the Leeuwin-Naturaliste ridge, where you'll encounter dramatic formations—stalactites, stalagmites, helictites and mineral-stained rock faces. Staff stationed along the route offer insights when you want them. The full experience takes around 90 minutes.

3.5 Hour Broome Dolphin Sunset Cruise

Hunt for Australian Snubfin Dolphins on this 3.5-hour Roebuck Bay cruise departing Broome. Led by marine biologists, the vessel accommodates all abilities with three viewing decks and premium seating. Sip complimentary tea or coffee while grazing on Middle Eastern appetisers as the sun descends over Western Australia's most dramatic coastline. Weather permitting, cool off in the on-board boom net between March and October.

Pinnacles Lobster Yanchep Small Group Day Tour from Perth

A nine-hour small group outing north of Perth taking in the striking limestone formations of Pinnacles Desert alongside the coastal heritage of Yanchep. Your driver-guide leads walks through these otherworldly stone spires, then pivots to either the lavender farm or national park depending on the day's schedule. Local produce tastings and wildlife spotting round out the experience, all without the crowds of larger tour groups.

9 hoursfrom AUD $199

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