Fun Fact
The Blue Mountains of New South Wales are home to the Jenolan Caves, the world's oldest discovered caves, which are often regarded as one of the most outstanding cave systems in the world.
Outdoor Playground
There’s far more for the outdoor adventurer in Australia than its world-renowned surf breaks, beaches and reefs. Australia is also a playground for active outdoor lovers and daring adventure seekers, and the regions are just waiting to show you all they can offer.
Adventure at Every Turn
In a country with an abundance of open space and untouched nature, many Aussies are outdoorsy at heart and there’s no lack of options and tours for visitors, who want to experience all the untamed nature and rugged adventure Australia has to offer. Be it mountain biking in Tassie’s north coast, fishing off the Tiwi islands at the top end, or surfing huge breaks on the Gold Coast, there’s no excuse to stay inside.Â
Highlighted Interests
Off-Roading + 4WD
Kayaking + Stand-Up Paddleboarding
Climbing, Canyoning and Abseiling
Hiking + Camping
Surfing
Scuba Diving + Snorkelling
Adrenaline Sports
Fishing
Cycling + Mountain Biking
Alpine Activities
Sailing + Boating
AstroTourism
Off-Roading + 4WD
Did you know? Taking your 4WD on the beach is an Australian tradition. Additionally, the red dirt and off-road driving in the Top End makes for a pretty dirty car, so don’t get too precious about keeping it clean!
Kayaking + Stand-Up Paddleboarding
Did you know? SUPPING, kayaking and canoeing are really popular in Australia, be it on a lake, river or ocean. If you're craving a paddle, you’ll definitely be able to find a place to hire a board and hit whatever water source is available.
Climbing, Canyoning and Abseiling
Did you know? Tasmania has it all: Sea cliffs for climbing on the Freycinet Peninsula, underwater cave diving at Waterfall Bay and the world’s highest dam abseil, 140 metres, over Gordon’s Dam. Definitely not one for the faint-hearted.
Hiking + Camping
Did you know? Regardless of whether you’re after a day trek or an extended week of walking the overland routes, Australia has something for every level of hiker. Each state has their own ‘Great Walks’ and for more information head to: https://greatwalksofaustralia.com.au/
Surfing
Did you know? Australia’s the only country to host more than one of the World Surfing Championship events held at Victoria’s Bells Beach, Western Australia’s Margaret River and Queensland’s Gold Coast.
Scuba Diving + Snorkelling
Did you know? There are more than just reefs to explore (although those are pretty cool as well). Divers can also explore historic wreck sites, go on a night dive or cave dive and visit underwater museums. One of our favourites is Piccaninnie Ponds Conservation Park. A six-hour drive south of Adelaide brings you to Piccaninnie Ponds Conservation Park, which has such clear waters that it is not only a popular spot for swimming but also scuba diving, as a result of the excellent visibility, which can be up to 30 metres (98 feet).
Adrenaline Sports
Did you know? Something for adrenaline junkies, such as bungee jumping, white water rafting and skydiving, can be found in every state. It’s just a matter of deciding which heart-pumping activity you wish to try.
Fishing
Did you know? Australian waters are home to over 5000 species and Australians are almost as passionate about their fish as they are their beers. Someone is always throwing a reel in, either off a boat, jetty or bridge. Head to the local camping or fishing store to get inside knowledge of the best places to cast a line and what bait you’ll need to use.
Cycling + Mountain Biking
Did you know? Aussies love a good day out on a bike and post-industrial towns are reigniting their visitor appeal by tapping into the MTB market. Derby, Tasmania (an old tin mining town) has built 125 km of mountain bike trails to suit all skill levels. A coal mining town, Collie, in Western Australia, also has a project in the works to become a ‘trail town’, with 180 km of hiking and MTB trails to be completed by 2023.
Alpine Activities
Did you know? The Australian Alps region across Victoria and New South Wales offers a range of mountain activities, such as hiking, biking and fly fishing, in the summer months. Visitors can explore the region from several ridge-top towns, which then become snow ski resorts in the winter. If you’re hitting the slopes in Australia's first ski resort town, Jindabyne, New South Wales, you might also find yourself alongside the country’s winter Olympic athletes.
Sailing + Boating
Did you know? There are over 8,000 islands and protected inlets around Australia that are perfect for exploring and anchoring for an evening. Every August, spectators and yachties from around the globe sail to Hamilton Island for Hamilton Island Race Week - Australia’s largest offshore keelboat regatta.The event hosts around 250 yachts from around the world and is Australia’s largest sailing regatta.
AstroTourism
Did you know? Australia’s sparsely populated Outback is home to two dark sky sanctuaries and three dark sky reserves, as designated by the International Dark Sky Association (ISDA). In fact, Australia’s geographic location makes it one of the best places for satellite communication. As a result, there’s a plethora of Astro gadgets and nighttime stargazing sites to check out around the country.
Activities & Experiences
- Horse ride through Gondwanan Rainforests and ridges of southeast Queensland’s Scenic Rim
- Take a motorcycle safari through Cape York.
- Enjoy epic Outback stargazing at one of Australia’s dark sky sanctuaries or reserves.
- Mountain Bike through the Great Alpine National Park.
- Climb the Dolerite Cliffs in Tasmania, the tallest sea cliffs in the southern hemisphere.
- Try your luck on a heli-fishing tour from the Tiwi Islands.
- 4WD and camp on one of Queensland’s many drivable beaches or sand islands.
- Hike one of Australia’s multi-day Great Walks.
- Ocean kayak around Hinchinbrook Island, then hike to waterfalls on island’s Great Walking Trail.
- Get your blood pumping while white water rafting on the Franklin River in Tasmania.
- Skydive over Cairns to see the rainforest meet the reef from the sky, before landing between sugar cane fields.
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