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Explore Kangaroo Island without the stress of planning on a full day tour with convenient round-trip transport from your Kingscote accommodation. In addition to navigating, your guide provides commentary about the island’s diverse wildlife, which many travelers find easy to miss without a trained eye. The day’s itinerary includes seal watching at Seal Bay, lunch at Flinders Chase National Park, and photo opportunities at Admirals Arch.

Go kayaking with dolphins and 4-wheeling on the beach during a half-day tour on the Sunshine Coast, just north of Brisbane. Visit a National Park location that is only accessible by 4WD vehicle, and kayak around Double Island Point looking for dolphins, migrating whales, turtles, rays and more. Includes kayak equipment and instruction, light refreshments, and transportation by 4WD and ferry.

Marvel at the incredible landscapes of the West MacDonnell Ranges on this half-day tour from Alice Springs. Offering visitors the chance to explore the arid outback environment with the support of an experienced guide, this small-group tour includes visits to important cultural and historical sights as well as Simpsons Gap and Standley Chasm. You’ll also learn about the Traditional Custodians of the land—the Arrernte people—and see lots of native wildlife.

Experience the magic of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Fraser Island on this full day tour. Take in gorgeous views as you visit the pristine fresh water Lake Mckenzie, lush Central Station Rainforest, the seemingly endless 75 Mile Beach and more. With a maximum of 17 guests on this tour, you can be sure of a personalized experience.

Secure your seat at one of Sydney’s most iconic venues and experience opera in an accessible, easy-to-understand format. Enjoy a concert at the Sydney Opera House—a UNESCO World Heritage–listed landmark—featuring beloved classics such as Puccini’s “Nessun Dorma,” Bizet’s “Au fond du temple saint,” and Rossini’s “Largo al factotum.” With English and Simplified Chinese subtitles provided, it’s an easy way to enjoy world-class opera, even if it’s your first time.

Getting from Sydney to the Blue Mountains can be time-consuming if you’re relying on trains and local transport. This day tour connects the region’s highlights without wasting a second of your vacation time. Take in sweeping views of the Three Sisters and Jamison Valley, experience the rides at Scenic World, and see native wildlife at either Featherdale Wildlife Park or Sydney Zoo before returning with a relaxing cruise along the Parramatta River.

Get up close to the beauty of the Horizontal Falls and pristine scenery of the Kimberley (the most northern region of Western Australia) on this small-group, half-day tour. Experience the thrill of a seaplane ride over Buccaneer Archipelago and Cape Leveque before landing in the calm waters of Talbot Bay. Next, take an exciting boat ride through the Horizontal Falls, followed by a more relaxed cruise around the surrounding bays and creeks. Enjoy a cooked breakfast or lunch onboard (depending on your chosen departure time) and then relax on a scenic flight back to Broome.

Soar in a seaplane, cruise in a power boat, and trek across the Kimberley on this small-group, full-day tour from Broome. Fly over the Buccaneer Archipelago and learn about the Kimberley’s rich Indigenous culture, land, and community. Next, venture off the beaten track and experience the powerful tides of the Horizontal Falls via powerboat. Travel overland through spectacular scenery to the Dampier Peninsula, before visiting Beagle Bay Aboriginal Community. Stop at the unique Mother of Pearl Church at the tip of the peninsula and visit Cygnet Bay for a fascinating tour of Australia’s oldest pearl farm.

Check an item off your bucket list by snorkeling or scuba diving on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, a UNESCO World Heritage site. On this tour from either Townsville or Magnetic Island, you’ll take a custom-built boat with a professional crew to the central section of the reef, home to stingrays, sea turtles, reef sharks, reef fish, and more. Lunch, soft drinks, and equipment are included. You have three options when booking: snorkeling, two certified dives, or an introductory dive with an experienced instructor.

Guarantee your admission to the Katherine Outback Experience with this prebooked entry ticket that includes skip-the-line access. The show is a lighthearted introduction to life on an Outback cattle station, and an easy alternative to outdoor adventures and sightseeing. See horse-starting and working dog demonstrations set to live Australian country music and story-telling.

Head out on a rainforest adventure on the original Daintree Rainforest Tour. Take a guided walk through the ancient Daintree Rainforest and along the flawless white beaches of Cape Tribulation with your guide. Then, hop aboard a river cruise and listen to commentary about the local wildlife as you try to spot crocodiles. Then, take a freshwater swim in the heart of the rainforest and enjoy a homegrown tropical fruit ice cream.

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. This small-group tour also included morning tea and a pub lunch.

Sip a glass of wine of beer as you watch the sun sink over Uluru (Ayers Rock), followed by an Aussie-style barbecue dinner. Snap photos of the spectacular hues reflected on the iconic monolith, located in Uluru–Kata Tjuta National Park in Australia's Red Centre. Feast on mouthwatering dishes as you watch myriad stars light up the night sky. After dinner, your central desert outback experience is enhanced with a star tour. Includes hotel transport from Ayers Rock Resort.

Enjoy a full-day visit to the Blue Mountains from Sydney. Your tour of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed park visits highlights including the Three Sisters, Wentworth Falls, and the Jamison Valley. En route, stop at Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park to see native Australian wildlife such as kangaroos and koalas that you may not get a chance to see in the wild.

Australia’s Red Centre is home to many attractions, including Uluru (Ayers Rock), one of the country’s most iconic sites. Experience the Australian Outback and many of its highlights in just three days with this tour that starts and ends in Alice Springs. Visit Uluru, learn about local Aboriginal culture, and walk through national parks as you explore on this activity-packed Outback itinerary.

Wave Break Island—located just off Australia's Gold Coast—is a sheltered spot, and its calm waters are teeming with marine life. However, getting there can prove tricky without access to your own boat. Keep your vacation as simple as possible with this organized scuba diving experience, suitable for all levels of experience. Beginners can take advantage of an instructional dive with a guide, and certified divers can skip the instruction to explore independently.

Take three days to get to know the Red Center’s most famous attractions on this Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon Camping Safari from Ayers Rock. Explore the Lost City, Amphitheatre, Garden of Eden, and North and South walls with your guide, who will explain the details of the culture and the Outback way of life. While camping, get to have a spiritual understanding of the surroundings.

Reaching one of Australia’s most remarkable fossil sites on your own can be challenging, especially when you want to get real insight from what you’re seeing. This guided day tour to Lark Quarry Conservation Park makes it easy to visit the "Dinosaur Stamped," where more than 3,000 preserved footprints reveal a dramatic moment from around 95 million years ago. With a guide offering insight into the area's geology and prehistoric landscape, gain a better understanding of the site while enjoying wide-open outback scenery.

Zip along dirt tracks, splash through muddy trails and venture off-road on this exhilarating quad bike tour of Kangaroo Island. See the rugged Aussie bushlands from your easy-to-drive ATV as you follow your guide on one of four different itineraries that showcase everything from pristine beaches and spectacular viewpoints to challenging gravel tracks.

Taking in some of the most stunning sights in the Red Centre over three days, this small group adventure presents a snapshot of some of the most beautiful places in the area, including Uluru, Kings Canyon, the Valley of the Winds or Walpa Gorge and Kata Tjuta. Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park was added to the World Heritage List by UNESCO in 1987 after the international community recognized the park's spectacular geological formations, rare plants and animals, and outstanding natural beauty. You will discover incredible secrets of the Red Centre with commentary, stories, and hidden gems that will really put this place into perspective. We provide two different sleeping arrangements at our exclusive private campsites, with twin shared safari tents, or a traditional swag experience. (canvas-covered bedroll) This tour concludes in either Alice Springs or Uluru/Ayers Rock/Yulara, depending on shuttle availability. Please confirm your preferred drop-off location when booking.

Experience the wonder of the wilderness on this full-day private Blue Mountains tour from Sydney. Leave the city lights far behind as you journey into the lush valleys, waterfalls, gorges, mountains, and forests that have shaped life here for tens of thousands of years. You can also opt to add on a visit to Featherdale Wildlife Park or swing by Scenic World and take a trip on the cable car.

Spend a day on the Great Barrier Reef at two different snorkel and dive sites on this luxury catamaran cruise from Cairns. Travel in style aboard a fast, comfortable catamaran to the outer edge of Upolu Reef, "Wonder Wall," and the Upolu Cay reef area, where you can choose to snorkel or dive (additional cost) and observe the coral that's teeming with colorful fish. Refuel with a buffet lunch on board the catamaran, ensuring there's

Enjoy a full day out exploring both the highlights of the Blue Mountains, the Featherdale Wildlife sanctuary, and finishing with a river cruise ending at the Opera House. Some of the sights you’ll see in the Blue Mountains are the Grand Canyon, The 3 Sisters, Echo Point, and Kootomba Falls (plus more). You’ll see koalas and kangaroos at the sanctuary, and the iconic boat ride to finish the day.

Sightseeing around Circular Quay doesn’t have to mean slow ferries and crowded lookouts. This high-speed jet boat ride rockets you across Sydney Harbour for a thrilling spin on classic views. Snap photos of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge before your captain shifts gears into spins, slides, and power maneuvers.