Outdoor Activities in Australia

Come face-to-face with menacing crocodiles and adorable kangaroos on this private full-day tour to Shoalhaven Zoo, including hotel pick-up and round-trip transport from Sydney. Travel through the Southern Highlands by 4WD, then enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the zoo, including the chance to touch a baby crocodile, cuddle a koala or hold a snake. Best of all, your private itinerary is fully customizable so you could stop by natural wonders like the Kiama blow hole and Fitzroy Falls, go wine tasting at the Coolangatta Vineyard or browse the shops in Berry.

Squeezing in a workout while on vacation isn't always easy, but this 2-hour Melbourne running tour means you can work up a sweat and take in the sights along the way. Set out on a 6km (4 mile) run around Melbourne's atmospheric laneways; stop to admire the vibrant street art, lively Chinatown, and quirky shops; then re-fuel with coffee at a popular local caf e.

The Enchanted Adventure Garden - an adventure park with mazes, slides, and treetop ziplines - is located on the Mornington Peninsula roughly an hour's drive from Melbourne. This zipline canopy walk at the adventure garden is ideal for travelers who are near Melbourne and want to take part in an organized outdoor challenge. You're granted two hours to complete five aerial courses with more than 50 individual challenges.

Experience the dramatic coastal landscapes of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park on this 3.5-hour of Australia's southwest coast from Busselton. Learn about the unique ecosystems of Geographe Bay; discover the vibrant underwater world of the Ngari Marine Park; and take in the views from Cape Naturaliste. Next, journey to the West Coast, where you can stroll the sandy beaches, spot bottlenose dolphins and Western Grey Kangaroos, and see the landmark Sugarloaf Rock. This small-group tour includes hotel pick-up and morning tea.

Bring your own 4WD and explore the wild bushlands, beautiful beaches, and dramatic sand dunes of Port Stephens. On this tag-along tour, follow your guide through wildflower meadows and look out for koalas in the Tomaree National Park; visit beaches include Samurai, Little Rocky, and Birubi; and zip up the sand dunes for a magnificent view along the coast.

Discover the wondrous wildlife and mystical natural attractions of Western Australia on this full-day tour from Perth. Discover kangaroos and koalas at Caversham Wildlife Park, and learn about the local lobster industry with a tour of a lobster plant and fresh seafood lunch in Cervantes. Take a guided walk through the eerie, lunar -like landscape of Pinnacles Desert, and get your heart racing as you speed through the massive dunes of Lancelin on a sandboarding and 4WD adventure.

Experience some of Western Australia's natural wonders, including the Pinnacles, on a full-day Hummer trip from Perth. Drive along the Indian Ocean coast, and explore the Pinnacles, a desert of age-old rock spires. Plus, visit Thirsty Bay and Lake Thetis, take an off-road drive, and meet kangaroos and koalas at Caversham Wildlife Park. A barbecue lunch by the Moore River, transport by Hummer 4WD, and an optional wine-tasting, if time allows, included.

Go rock climbing at Kangaroo Point in Brisbane, an ideal place for both beginning and experienced climbers to have an exciting outdoors adventure in the heart of the city. Expert guides provide detailed instruction and safety equipment so that all levels of participants can enjoy a safe and fun climbing experience. Get a great perspective on the city as you negotiate 65-foot-high (20-meter-high) cliffs next to the Brisbane River - a memorable place to soak in views over the CBD and other iconic sights.

Get your adrenaline pumping on a skydiving adventure from Cairns. Enjoy incredible bird's-eye views of the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef as you jump out of a plane on a tandem skydive with an experienced diver. Fall freely from 15,000 feet (4,572 meters) in the air before floating by parachute back down to the ground. First-timers are welcome.

Watch the wonderful wildlife of Kangaroo Island on this-full day 4WD tour. See Australian fur seals lounging on the rocks of Seal Bay, take in the views over Stokes Bay, then journey along the North Coast. Follow your guide in search of kangaroos, koalas and colorful birds, including the rare Glossy Black Cockatoo. This small-group tour is limited to 6 people for a personalized experience and can be customized to the preferences of your group.

Enjoy an in-depth experience of the World Heritage-listed Gondwana Rainforests of Australia on a full-day tour from Brisbane to Springbrook National Park. Your expert guide shows you examples of subtropical and temperate rainforest, stopping at stunning lookout points and cascading waterfalls. Sit down for a picnic lunch at Purlingbrook Falls, take a refreshing dip in natural freshwater pools and see the foliage up close on nature walks. This small-group tour is limited to 15 participants to ensure a more personalized experience.

Hike through the Springbrook National Park, visiting the Scenic Rim and Natural Bridge lookouts, on this half-day tour from the Gold Coast. Follow your guide on an easy, scenic .6-mile (1-kilometer) hike, which gives epic payoffs in the form of waterfall, mountain, and rain forest views. Learn about the area's environment, plants, and animals from your guide.

See the towering waterfalls, ancient rain forest, and natural beauty of Springbrook National Park on a half-day tour from the Gold Coast. Experience the forest up close on a moderate hike to Purling Brook Falls, and soak in views of the Gold Coast Hinterland from lookouts along Springbrook Scenic Rim. Your tour includes morning tea, and hotel pickup and drop-off from the Gold Coast.

Experience the scenery between Waterfall Gully and Mount Lofty on a self-guided, 3.5-hour hike from Adelaide including hotel pickup and drop-off. Hike through Cleland Conservative Park, an area famed for its abundance of exotic flora and fauna, and marvel at the natural splendor of Waterfall Gully. Ascend to the summit of Mount Lofty to witness spectacular views of the Adelaide Plains and explore the area at your own pace.

Climb up Mount Wellington on a hiking tour from Hobart that gives you the chance to stand at the summit of this 4,170-foot (1,271-meter) mountain outside the city. With two hiking guides, you'll trek uphill, passing by waterfalls and admiring the lush environment dotted with wildflowers. A barbecue lunch is provided halfway through the hike.

Join this amazing tour and blow your followers away with a collection of iconic and scenic Insta-worthy seascapes and landscapes in Perth and Fremantle. We make each stop matter, with ample time to take great photos. Our Tour Director will also give a short explanation of the place's significance and history. It is a personalized and all-inclusive tour with picnic lunch and coffee stops. If you start your tour later in the day, you can catch that beautiful sunset and nightscapes.

Explore Queensland's Lamington National Park on this hiking tour with an experienced guide. Part of the World Heritage-listed Gondwana Rainforests of Australia, Lamington boasts a pristine landscape of waterfalls, ancient trees and native wildlife. When booking, choose from two hikes - a moderate route to Picnic Rock and Elabana Falls or a longer route, Box Forest Falls hike. Transportation from Gold Coast hotels is included. This tour is limited to 12 people to provide a small-group experience.

Take a full-day detour from Alice Springs to visit Palm Valley - a fertile oasis in the midst of the Outback that's accessible only by 4WD vehicle. See ancient rock formations and spring-fed pools, and enjoy a picnic lunch in Finke Gorge National Park. Learn about the area's indigenous history with a visit to the Aboriginal community of Hermannsburg, where you can tour the town mission and a local painter's home.

Explore the Kuranda Rainforest at night on this 4-wheel-drive adventure from Cairns and the Northern Beaches. Experience outback traditions as you sip billy-tea by a campfire, and taste kangaroo and crocodile sausages before traversing World Heritage-listed landscapes in a sturdy 4WD Hummer. Cross the Atherton Tablelands to Granite Gorge, look for wild kangaroos and nocturnal birds, and gaze up at the stars, away from city lights. Tour is limited to 20 people.

Venture off-road in a 4WD and explore the wild bushlands, beautiful beaches, and dramatic sand dunes of Port Stephens. On this tour, drive through wildflower meadows and look out for koalas in the Tomaree National Park; visit beaches include Samurai, Little Rocky, and Birubi; and zip up the sand dunes for a magnificent view along the coast.