Outdoor Activities in Australia

Look over exotic marine life from above during this glass-bottom boat tour that includes entry into the AQWA Aquarium of Western Australia. Set off to bob along the surface of a 1-million-gallon (3-million liter) tank to see turtles, sharks, and stingrays swimming below. In the aquarium, see a colorful coral reef and pass through an underwater tunnel where sharks swim overhead.

Travel to Cape Leveque, the northernmost tip of Western Australia's Kimberley region, on a 4-wheel-drive day trip from Broome, with the option to return to Broom by plane. As you traverse the remote landscape by 4WD, admire the stark yet stunning scenery of white-sand beaches, red cliffs and the turquoise Indian Ocean. When you reach the cape, enjoy a picnic lunch and time to swim. Select from two options when booking - traveling both ways by 4WD or flying back to Broome, instead, for aerial views.

Combine views of the Pinnacles with a sandboarding adventure in Lancelin and a visit to Yanchep National Park on a single 11-hour tour from Perth. Get views of wild kangaroos and koalas, have lunch on the beach, and swim in the Moore River. All equipment and instruction, entrance fees, snacks, and lunch included.

Try your luck fishing for snapper, cod and trevally on this full-day deep sea fishing expedition from Perth, including a delicious breakfast and lunch served on-board. Set sail from Hillarys Boat Harbour with your expert crew and cast your line in some of Perth's best local fishing spots. With all equipment provided, this tour is suitable for all skill levels, including first-timers and the crew will even prepare your fish for you to take home.

Experience Blue Mountains National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, while supporting literacy among Australia's Aboriginal youth. Explore the Australian bush with a small group on a train journey from Sydney, and a four-six-hour hike.Trek through Wentworth Falls, down the tallest outdoor staircase in Australia, and into the Jamison valley. Stop for lunch surrounded by waterfalls and treat yourself to something cold at the conservation hut. All proceeds support Indigenous Literacy Foundation.

The Flinders Chase National Park lies along the western tip of Kangaroo Island and is home to some of the island's most memorable landmarks. On this full-day tour, visit the sea lion colony of Cape du Couedic, admire views of the Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch, enjoy a delicious picnic lunch, and look out for wild kangaroos in the Kelly Hill Conservation Park.

Combine three of Adelaide's top attractions - Mount Lofty Summit, the Adelaide Hills Wildlife Park, and the village of Hahndorf - on a single day tour. Snap photos of panoramic views from Mount Lofty, learn about Australian wildlife at the park, and immerse yourself in Australia's German history in the country's oldest German settlement. German beer and cheese tastings included, as well as round-trip transportation from Adelaide CBD or Glenelg accommodations.

Immerse yourself in the stunning wilderness of the Flinders Chase National Park on this full-day tour of Kangaroo Island. Keep your camera close by as you spot dramatic landmarks like Admirals Arch and Remarkable Rocks; follow the Hanson Bay Koala Walk; and spy kangaroos, wallabies and fur seals in their natural habitats. Set out in search of colorful birds like the Rainbow Lorikeet, then watch the sunset over the Grassdale Conservation Park. This small-group tour is limited to 6 people for a personalized experience.

Take time out from Perth to experience the Darling Ranges escarpment and the Swan Valley's celebrated products and wildlife on a 5-hour tour by Hummer 4WD. Admire the Darling Ranges' scenery, and walk across Mundaring Weir dam, built to supply Western Australia's goldfields with water. Then, explore the Swan Valley, visiting a wildlife park, gourmet chocolate and food tasting center, and enjoying a wine tasting. Hummer 4WD transport, entrance fees, and more included.

Explore the wild beauty of the Gold Coast hinterland on this half-day 4WD tour to Mt Tamborine. Encounter koalas, kangaroos and cascading mountain waterfalls on a guided bushwalk through the eucalypt rain forest of Mt Tamborine National Park. Indulge in some mountainside wine tasting, learn how to throw a boomerang and enjoy a morning or afternoon tea break with scones on this delightfully diverse tour.

Discover the natural wonders of Tropical North Queensland on a full-day tour to Chillagoe Caves and Granite Gorge. Travel from Cairns by rugged 4WD vehicle with a naturalist guide, passing over the McAllister Ranges and the Great Dividing Range as you explore the Australian Outback. Visit Chillagoe-Mungana Caves National Park, drive near the wetlands to spot Australian native wildlife and stop by historic mining towns. Numbers are limited to 16 people on this small-group tour, with morning tea and a pub lunch included.

Explore Cairns on an all-day ATV and white-water rafting adventure. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel into a spectacular rainforest, receive a safety briefing, and get outfitted in necessary equipment. Then, race along trails, over jumps, and through creek crossings on a thrilling off-road ride. Enjoy morning tea and head to Barron Gorge National Park to spend the afternoon paddling rapids in a white-water raft - all on one combo tour.

Embark upon an adventure that goes beyond the usual city tours on this Cairns ATV and Skyrail tour. Journey over and through World Heritage-listed rainforest, gliding just above the canopy, in the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway's gondola before embarking on a ranger-guided walk. Next, aboard your quad bike for an adrenalin-pumping adventure through the rainforest on dirt tracks and over creek crossings.

See wildlife and go ziplining in UNESCO World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest with an experienced guide. Travel from Cairns, Palm Cove or Port Douglas to Port Douglas Wildlife Habitat where you get to meet cassowaries and other native Australian animals. Then head into Daintree Rainforest and take a cruise along the Daintree River. Stop for a picnic lunch, then soar over the tree canopy during a zipline tour that offers aerial views of Daintree Rainforest, the Coral Sea and Great Barrier Reef. Includes lunch, transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Experience the beautiful Kuranda rainforest on this train and ATV adventure. After a convenient hotel pickup, climb aboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway and marvel at picturesque views of waterfalls, ravines, and the spectacular Barron Gorge. Then, travel with a guide on a heart-thumping journey through the rainforest. Get outfitted with safety and rain gear, take a quick training session, and enjoy afternoon tea - all included in the tour price.

Lace up your shoes and head out on a half-day running tour of Mount Dandenong. Take in the beautiful forest scenery as you run up and down the hills for 10 kilometers to reach the top where you can see aerial views of Melbourne. Spot native wildlife along the way and enjoy a delicious breakfast and coffee at a local cafe before heading back to the city.

Explore two of the top attractions near Cairns on a full-day tour to Hartley's Crocodile Adventures and the rainforest village of Kuranda. Ride aboard the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway to Kuranda, then have time to walk around the market in the village. Then take the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway back down the mountain, and head to Hartley's Crocodile Adventures for an up-close look at the crocs and native Australian wildlife. Includes entrance fees, and all transportation round-trip from Cairns.

Take part in two popular activities in one day on this ATV adventure paired with a Great Barrier Reef excursion. Get picked up from your hotel and taken to your ATV, and then venture into the rainforest for about an hour and a half.  Afterward, head to Green Island - a Marine National Park - for a few hours of snorkeling or cruising on a glass-bottomed boat. All the equipment you need is provided.

Witness a mesmerizing natural light show in the Gold Coast hinterland with an evening tour to the Natural Bridge glow worm cave. Trek through the ancient coastal rain forest of Springbrook National Park with a guide to see the cave illuminated by the light of millions of tiny worms, and then turn your eyes upward for some stargazing in the pristine night sky.

Keep active while sightseeing in Melbourne with a 2-hour guided running tour. Lace up your running shoes for a fun workout tailored to your fitness level and ability, and get plenty of inside tips on the best and safest places to run in the city. Wind your way around the historic lane ways, jog along the beach side or stop along the way to admire city landmarks, then celebrate with a complimentary coffee or cold drink at a local caf e.