Top Australia Natural Attractions in 2026

Discover one of Queensland’s greatest mysteries. Explore at your own pace through a unique journey of mystery, discovery and wonder. Begin with the Mystery Craters story, then walk the ancient formations, explore the viewing areas and uncover the many theories surrounding their origin. Whether you are curious, sceptical or fascinated by the unknown — you decide what you believe. Your visit includes the Mystery Craters, Augmented Reality experiences, Jim’s Trail: Rust & Roots, and the Earth Room — part museum, part sensory experience, featuring crystals, fossils, gemstones, sound, water and natural treasures collected over decades. Relax afterwards at the café with barista coffee, handmade scones and treats, or browse the boutique for crystals, gifts and unique finds. Perfect for families, couples, road-trippers, grey nomads and curious travellers. Some mysteries are best explored at your own pace. Come curious. Leave with wonder. ✨

This is a self-guides tour. The limestone in the caves of Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve is 430 million years old. The geological processes that have created the magnificent cave system you see today continue to work their magic. You'll notice the impressive cave decorations, including stalactites and stalagmites, that are created by the infiltration of water into the caves. • Parking is available at Kui Kiosk and need to leave the cave by 4.15pm. • The cave is accessed by a token, a 15min walk from the visitor centre. Ticket holders will need to collect a token from the visitor centre before heading to the cave entrance. • There is a steep, 500m gravel path to the cave entrance. • The ground in the cave can be slippery, so please take care. • The temperature in the cave is approximately 15˚C all year round. • Food is not permitted inside the cave. • The cave is not suitable for prams. • Please use the public amenities at the visitor centre as there are no toilets near the caves.

This tour is self-guided. Yarrangobilly’s karst landscapes were created from a belt of limestone laid down about 440 million years ago. Almost all cave formations can be seen here, from stalactites and stalagmites, hollow straws and delicate helictites, to shawls, cave coral, and massive flowstones. Karst environments are nature’s time capsules, preserving evidence of climate change, floods, droughts, fires, animal and human activity. What to bring: Sturdy shoes, suitable clothing. Please note: The cave entrance is inside Glory Arch. Access is via a 500m gravel track starting at Glory Cave carpark. The self-guided tour exits a few metres from the carpark. It’s a good idea to bring a jacket – the average temperature in this cave is 10˚C and it's usually damp. Getting there: South Glory Cave is in the Yarrangobilly area of Kosciuszko National Park, between Tumut and Cooma. Parking: Parking is available at Glory Cave carpark, From here, it’s a 500m walk to the cave entrance.

See a different side of Sydney on a private day tour built around coastal scenery, local atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the Royal National Park. This experience is ideal for travellers who want to get beyond the central city and enjoy a more relaxed and personal private day. Travel in a premium air-conditioned vehicle and explore parts of Sydney’s southern coastline with a route that can be shaped around timing, weather, and your group’s preferences. Depending on the selected option and tour pace, the day may include scenic coastal stops, local viewpoints, and time to enjoy one of the world’s oldest national parks. Because this is a private experience, there is more room to slow down, enjoy the scenery, and shape the day around your group rather than following a large coach schedule. This is a great choice for couples, mature travellers, families, and visitors wanting a scenic private tour beyond the usual Sydney highlights.

Discover Sydney in comfort on a private highlights tour designed around your group. This experience is ideal for travellers wanting to see the city’s best-known sights without the rigid schedule of a large coach tour. Travel with a local operator in a premium air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy a relaxed route that can include Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge viewpoints, The Rocks, Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, Bondi Beach, Watsons Bay, and other key city and coastal locations depending on timing. Because this is a private experience, the day feels easier, more personal, and more flexible. You can enjoy photo stops, short walks, scenic viewpoints, and time to take in the city properly rather than rushing from stop to stop. This tour is a strong option for first-time Sydney visitors, cruise passengers, families, and anyone wanting a private overview of the city in a comfortable and well-paced format.

Complete the Treasure Hunt on this Explorer’s Map, find hidden gems and unlock 55 incredible stories in the Audio App, along with over $250 worth of discounts to access immediately. - Is there really a secret seam of gold in the Highlands? - Why are there sunken boats to be found in the Berrima river? - The second largest worms in the world? Where…?! - What’s Napoleon got to do with the Lake Alexandra? You’ll get points for all the right answers, so you can compete with your friends if you want, and we’ve also identified vineyards, swimming holes and short walks you can stop at on your journey too The beautiful map is a first of its kind, drawing a line between the things you can reach out and touch, and the wonderful stories around us.

Escape the crowds on land and embark on a evening cruise from Circular Quay. Savor a buffet dinner as the sun sets over Sydney Harbour and take in such sights as the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Royal Botanic Gardens while the sun dips into the water. Perfect for families, couples, friends, and solo travelers, this relaxed cruise is an all-in-one experience—dining, sightseeing, and photography—perfectly timed to capture Sydney at its most beautiful.

Discover some of Australia’s most photographed landscapes on this full-day tour of the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne. Let someone else handle the driving and make plenty of view and rest stops, spot wild koalas along the way, and browse the shops in seaside towns like Apollo Bay. Enjoy a walk through Great Otway National Park, learn how the Shipwreck Coast earned its name, and marvel at the 12 Apostles and the pristine Loch Ard Gorge.

Save yourself time and energy when visiting the enormous Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne by touring on The Explorer bus. If you’re on a quick visit en route to Phillip Island then this bus is an ideal way to navigate the 37 acre (15 hectare) Australian Garden. It departs from the Visitor Centre and includes informative live commentary by the driver.

Explore the spectacular interior of one of the largest caves in Western Australia on this guided tour of Jewel Cave. As the name suggests, the cave is full of crystal formations. Your guide will explain all about the geology and history of the caves while showing you around. You’ll also get the chance to take a self-guided tour of the forest above the caves afterwards, if you wish.

Enhance your visit to Western Australia’s Ngilgi Cave with a full-guided tour of ancient caverns filled with crystallized rock formations. Start along the Ancient Lands Experience for a walk through native bushland to interactive installations that teach you about the area's cultural connections. Then, take a self-guided tour through the many nooks and crannies of Ngilgi Cave as you marvel at the rock formations and hear stories from the guides stationed inside the caves.

If you plan to visit one cave in Western Australia, Mammoth Cave offers the easiest access to millennia of history, nestled in the serene setting of a karri forest. With this audio-guided tour, explore fascinating caverns at your own pace while learning about the cave’s ancient formation and the more than 10,000 fossils found inside. A headset and MP3 player are provided, along with audio commentary in five languages.

Be guided by a local knowledge holder through "No Man's Land' and discover the abundant plant life, foods & Traditional medicines. Discover plants such as the grass potato - Curculigo ensifolia, a small grass like plant with yellow star flowers produced close to the ground in spring & autumn. The tubers of this small plant are shaped more like a carrot than a potato and are eaten after roasting in hot sand and ashes and pounding to loosen the fibres. These roots are an important food in Northern Australia. This 1-hour tour will take you back in time to understand Gumbaynggirr culture and will finish back at Yarrawarra Cultural Centre where you will enjoy a bush tucker tasting & native inspired beverage. Explore Wadjar Regional Indigenous Gallery exhibitions and regional creations, gift shop and Jalumbo heritage museum. This is an authentic cultural experience provided by a Gumbaynggirr owned and operated venue.