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Get a different perspective on the oldest rainforest on Earth on this zip lining experience in Cape Tribulation. In a small group of no more than 10, explore the Daintree Rainforest canopy as you soar up to 49 feet (15 meters) above ground and learn about the UNESCO-listed Daintree Rainforest's ecosystem from your guides.

Get up close to the wildlife of Phillip Island and discover Australia’s largest colony of Australian fur seals on this catamaran cruise. Watch seals lounging on the rocks and swimming in the bays; spot seabirds swooping overhead and look out for dolphins, whales, and penguins as you float around the island. Finally, tuck into afternoon tea on board as you listen to the live commentary and learn more about the island’s varied wildlife.

See the beautiful Yarra Valley, including its vineyards, valleys, and open spaces from the sky on this hassle-free hot air balloon flight. This is a group tour, so you might make a few new friends. Wake up early for your sunrise tour, when the light is soft and magical, and make sure your cameras are ready to capture it all.

The Sydney Opera House is one of Australia’s most famous landmarks—but much of it remains hidden to visitors without tickets to a performance. This guided walking tour offers a closer look inside the UNESCO World Heritage–listed building, with access to spaces typically reserved for showgoers. As you explore, your guide shares entertaining stories about the venue’s design, history, and the productions that bring it to life.

Go skydiving during your visit to the Gold Coast for an incredible thrill and spectacular views of the city, coast, and Pacific Ocean. Jump in tandem with your expert instructor, enjoying a short freefall before your instructor releases the parachute. Float gently down to Kirra Beach, one of the beautiful beaches that makes the Gold Coast justifiably famous.

Check out the sunrise over Melbourne, checking out the city’s iconic buildings from the sky. See the MCG, Albert Park Formula 1 racetrack, and the curving Yarra River as you float in the soft morning light. Not many people get to see this city with a bird’s-eye view, so make sure to keep your cameras ready to take photos to show those who aren’t able to make it.

Learn to surf at Byron Bay on the world famous breaks. You may go to Byron, Lennox, or the Ballina area, depending on the conditions. Groups are small so you’ll receive lots of attention, feedback, and a guarantee that you’ll feel safe in the water. Boards used are soft, so you’ll catch lots of waves and have a great time in the process, which lasts about a half day.

Victoria’s favorite ski resort, Mt. Buller lies around a 3-hour drive from Melbourne. Skip the expense of car hire and the hassle of fitting mandatory snow chains and join this convenient tour, with a maximum of 11 travelers in total. You’ll enjoy a guided walk with views of snow-covered trees, but incidentals such as kit hire, ski or snowboard lessons, adult toboggan rental, and lift passes are at your expense.