Tours & experiences

Hand-picked tours across Australia

Our team has been pulling together the best small-group tours, day trips and multi-day adventures around Australia for years. Mick reads the traveller reviews before any tour earns a spot on this page — if a tour's a dud, it doesn't get listed.

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2,138 tours
6-Day Tasmanian Explorer Adventure Tour from Hobart
4.9 (72)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

6-Day Tasmanian Explorer Adventure Tour from Hobart

Six days tracing Tasmania's most dramatic landscapes, starting from Hobart. You'll walk through Cradle Mountain's alpine terrain, track along the East Coast's sculptured bays and pristine shorelines, and detour inland to see Tasmanian Devils at Bonorong. Small-group format means unhurried exploration of both headline sights and quieter pockets that most visitors miss. The tour holds eco-certification and beds down in local accommodation across the state.

6 daysfrom AUD $1237
Mt Field National Park and Russell Falls from Hobart
4.9 (50)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Mt Field National Park and Russell Falls from Hobart

Head north from Hobart into the forested Derwent Valley on this morning excursion to Mt Field National Park. You'll visit Salmon Ponds, Australia's pioneering trout facility established in the 1800s, then explore the park's cool temperate rainforest and cascading Russell Falls. A local guide leads the 7-hour 15-minute circuit by coach, with morning tea included and hotel pickups arranged.

7h 15mfrom AUD $190
5 Day Kakadu Katherine Gorge Litchfield 4WD Camping Adventure
4.9 (26)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

5 Day Kakadu Katherine Gorge Litchfield 4WD Camping Adventure

Five days exploring Australia's Top End by 4WD, camping in the remote wilderness of Kakadu, Katherine Gorge and Litchfield National Parks. You'll navigate off-road tracks, swim in natural pools beneath waterfalls, examine ancient Aboriginal rock art, spot saltwater crocodiles, and sleep under canvas at private campsites. The tour includes all meals, guided bush walks graded from easy to moderate-hard, and a billabong cruise. Expect early starts, physical activity most days, and shared camp duties each evening.

5 daysfrom AUD $1865
Fitzroy Street Art Tour
4.9 (24)
Australia

Fitzroy Street Art Tour

2h 30mfrom AUD $75
Richmond Village Tour Hobart
4.9 (13)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Richmond Village Tour Hobart

Travel 25 kilometres south from Hobart to Richmond Village on this 4-hour return journey through the Coal River Valley. You'll spend roughly 3 hours exploring this Georgian-era settlement, where convict-built sandstone architecture and Tasmania's oldest bridge tell the region's story. Wander past heritage sites, art galleries and antique dealers at your own pace, with a local guide providing context during the drive through Southern Tasmania's wine country. A complimentary map highlights local discounts.

4 hoursfrom AUD $55
Nitmiluk National Park & Katherine Hot Springs - Full Day Tour
4.9 (12)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Nitmiluk National Park & Katherine Hot Springs - Full Day Tour

This full-day excursion from Darwin takes you 3 hours north to Nitmiluk National Park for a guided two-gorge river cruise led by Indigenous guides, then south to Katherine Hot Springs for a natural thermal soak before the return drive. Thirteen hours total, with lunch and park time included. The cruise navigates through the region's longest gorges whilst local experts explain the area's cultural heritage, geology and wildlife.

13 hoursfrom AUD $599
Katherine Outback Experience Show Ticket
4.9 (310)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Katherine Outback Experience Show Ticket

Tom Curtain's Katherine Outback Experience delivers two hours of genuine station life through horse-breaking, working dog displays, and country music in Australia's Red Centre. Run by a multi-awarded musician and horseman, the show strips away tourism gloss—expect unpredictable moments, dust, and authentic bush humour that capture what outback work actually looks like. The undercover venue runs rain or shine, with live commentary threading together the demonstrations and storytelling.

2 hoursfrom AUD $84
3 night Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon Camping Adventure
4.9 (254)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

3 night Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon Camping Adventure

Three nights in the Red Centre's heart, based near Yulara, lets you tick off Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon without rushing. You'll catch sunrise and sunset at Uluru, walk the Walpa Gorge beneath towering sandstone walls, and tackle the Kings Canyon Rim for panoramic desert views. Nights are spent in comfortable eco tents with proper beds—camping that doesn't mean roughing it entirely. All meals and transport in an all-terrain coach are included.

4 daysfrom AUD $1195
Darwin to Kakadu Day Trip by Air Including Yellow Water Cruise
4.9 (163)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Darwin to Kakadu Day Trip by Air Including Yellow Water Cruise

Fly from Darwin to [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park) and back in a single day, covering 2+ hours of aerial sightseeing over remote floodplains, winding waterways and escarpments before dropping into Yellow Water for a guided river cruise. The flight gets you there fast, leaving time for lunch at Cooinda and a visit to the Aboriginal Visitor Centre, then you're back in Darwin by late afternoon. Guaranteed window seats mean you'll actually see the landscape—vast, textured, and impossible to grasp from the ground.

7h 30mfrom AUD $899
Cradle Mountain OMG! Hobart to Cradle Active Day Trip
4.9 (141)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Cradle Mountain OMG! Hobart to Cradle Active Day Trip

A full-day road trip from Hobart to Cradle Mountain and Dove Lake, departing at 6am and returning by 9pm. Travel through Tasmania's interior—passing farmland, forests, and river valleys—before spending up to five hours in the national park itself. The small-group journey covers ground most visitors tackle across multiple days, guided by a qualified leader with first-aid training. No overnight stay required; bring a day pack and comfortable boots.

15 hoursfrom AUD $270
Darwin: Pathfinder Original Jumping Crocodile Cruise
4.9 (97)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Darwin: Pathfinder Original Jumping Crocodile Cruise

This one-hour Adelaide River cruise puts you within arm's reach of saltwater crocodiles in their natural habitat near Darwin. Your skipper navigates the open water to position the boat where these ancient predators feed and leap, delivering genuine encounters rather than distant viewing. The combination of proximity, natural setting and raw animal behaviour makes this distinct from typical wildlife tours.

1 hourfrom AUD $70
West MacDonnell Ranges & Standley Chasm Day Trip from Alice Springs
4.9 (70)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

West MacDonnell Ranges & Standley Chasm Day Trip from Alice Springs

This 10-hour loop through the West MacDonnell Ranges introduces four striking gorges and waterholes west of Alice Springs. Begin at Simpsons Gap, where red walls frame a permanent waterhole and you might spot wallabies or goannas. Push deeper to Standley Chasm—a narrow 80-metre-high slot where light transforms the rust-coloured rocks. Cool off at Ellery Creek Bighole's natural pool, then finish at Ormiston Gorge's towering cliffs. Three to four kilometres of guided walking, morning tea, and picnic lunch included.

10 hoursfrom AUD $220
A Day At Wineglass Bay
4.9 (45)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

A Day At Wineglass Bay

Head down the Great Eastern Drive to Freycinet National Park for a full day exploring one of Tasmania's most striking coastal landscapes. You'll choose your own adventure: tackle the Wineglass Bay summit hike or join your guide for a gentler 1.5-hour walk to the lookout, then stroll past Cape Tourville Lighthouse. Cool off with a swim at Honeymoon Bay before finishing with fresh seafood at the on-site marine farm. The 10.5-hour tour includes transport, park entry, and commentary.

10h 30mfrom AUD $170
3-Day Southwest National Park Wilderness Camping Tour
4.9 (32)
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Australia

3-Day Southwest National Park Wilderness Camping Tour

Spend three days exploring Southwest National Park's untamed coastline and peaks via boat and foot. This small-group expedition navigates Bathurst Harbour and surrounding marine reserves, with nights in remote camp huts. Your guide curates a mix of marked walks—some demanding, others gentle—revealing hidden ridges and coastal landmarks. Limited to eight participants, the tour balances structured exploration with downtime in one of Tasmania's wildest reaches.

3 daysfrom AUD $2799
Dave's Eats Hobart Hobart Food Tour
4.9 (23)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Dave's Eats Hobart Hobart Food Tour

Walk Hobart's waterfront and laneways on a 2–2.5 hour guided tasting tour led by a local food enthusiast. Stop at five-plus venues—bakeries, fishmongers, delis, chocolate makers, ice-cream shops—sampling Tasmanian produce, award-winning cured meats, fresh seafood, and artisanal cheeses. You'll hear the stories behind each stop and meet the makers crafting these regional specialities. It's a relaxed outing that showcases flavours you won't taste anywhere else.

2 hours – 2h 30mfrom AUD $150
Corroboree Billabong Wetland Cruises - 2 hour Sunset Cruise
4.9 (214)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Corroboree Billabong Wetland Cruises - 2 hour Sunset Cruise

Cruise the Mary River Wetlands at dusk to witness saltwater crocodiles and bird activity during their most active hours. This 2-hour sunset outing departs from Corroboree Billabong, roughly 90 minutes' drive towards Kakadu, and captures the region's largest concentration of crocs in their natural habitat as light fades across the floodplains. A local guide provides commentary throughout, with photography opportunities as wildlife stirs before nightfall.

2 hoursfrom AUD $99
Golden Eye Sunset Jet Skiing in Darwin
4.9 (140)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Golden Eye Sunset Jet Skiing in Darwin

Tear across Darwin Harbour on a jet ski during the city's most photogenic hour. This 90-minute guided tour pairs the thrill of open-water riding with golden-hour light bouncing off the water. You'll get views of Darwin's coastline and skyline that landlubbers simply don't access, all while your guide navigates you through local waterways and points out what makes the harbour tick.

1h 30mfrom AUD $279
Full-Day Tour to Wineglass Bay from Hobart
4.9 (124)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Full-Day Tour to Wineglass Bay from Hobart

A 10-hour guided exploration of Tasmania's East Coast centred on Wineglass Bay and Cape Tourville. Local guides lead you through the region's most striking coastal landscapes, stopping at established East Coast vineyards for tastings and a waterside lunch. The operators have deep roots here—they know the stories, the back roads, and what it genuinely means to live on this remote stretch of island. Expect honest insights alongside the scenery, not rehearsed patter.

10 hoursfrom AUD $170
25-Minute Uluru and Kata Tjuta Scenic Helicopter Flight
4.9 (89)
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Australia

25-Minute Uluru and Kata Tjuta Scenic Helicopter Flight

Fly over Uluru and Kata Tjuta on a 25-minute helicopter tour departing from Ayers Rock Resort. You'll get airborne views of both rock formations in a single flight, with a pilot providing running commentary through headsets. Hotel pickup and drop-off from resort accommodation included. The flight suits all fitness levels and takes roughly an hour door-to-door.

1 hourfrom AUD $350
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
4.9 (68)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks

Explore the Tamar River on Hobie Mirage kayaks, where foot-powered pedals drive you forward whilst your hands remain free for steering and photography. This 90-minute guided paddle follows Launceston's waterfront, letting your legs do the work on these unusual craft. A local guide leads the way, providing equipment and local insight. Suitable for all fitness levels, with electric-drive options available for those with limited mobility.

1h 30mfrom AUD $70
3 Day 4WD Kakadu Adventure
4.9 (49)
Australia

3 Day 4WD Kakadu Adventure

3 daysfrom AUD $995
Tasman Peninsula full day kayaking tour
4.9 (48)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Tasman Peninsula full day kayaking tour

Paddle beneath Australia's most dramatic sea cliffs on Tasmania's Tasman Peninsula. This 10-hour kayaking expedition takes you to 200-metre vertical rock faces, hidden sea caves, and colonies of fur seals. You'll navigate from water level, where the true scale of these fluted sandstone walls becomes apparent, and spot the Totem Pole—a needle-thin rock pinnacle that draws climbers from around the world. The tour includes a local guide, stable double kayaks, all safety gear, meals and refreshments.

10 hoursfrom AUD $280
Capricorn Caves Capricorn Adventurer
4.9 (48)
Australia

Capricorn Caves Capricorn Adventurer

2 hoursfrom AUD $90
The Hobart Local - Private, luxury half-day tour
4.9 (21)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

The Hobart Local - Private, luxury half-day tour

Spend four hours with a knowledgeable local who steers you through Hobart's best quarters—Salamanca, Battery Point, and the city centre—revealing the stories that shaped the place. You'll visit working breweries and distilleries, chat with the makers behind them, taste local produce, and get a genuine feel for how Tasmanians actually live and work. This isn't a bus tour; it's a walking ramble with someone who knows where the real action happens.

4 hoursfrom AUD $540
Ayers Rock and Kata Tjuta 1-Hour Scenic Flight: Lizard Safari
4.9 (20)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Ayers Rock and Kata Tjuta 1-Hour Scenic Flight: Lizard Safari

See Uluru, Kata Tjuta, and Lake Amadeus from a fixed-wing aircraft on this 2-hour flight over Australia's Red Centre. Your pilot narrates the journey as you track the desert's colour shifts and spot wild camels roaming the arid landscape. Every passenger sits by a window. Headsets ensure you catch every detail of the expert commentary.

2 hoursfrom AUD $540
Sunset River Cruise near Byron Bay
4.9 (20)
Australia

Sunset River Cruise near Byron Bay

2 hoursfrom AUD $70
Hobart's Liquid History Pub Tour
4.9 (20)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Hobart's Liquid History Pub Tour

Walk Hobart's waterfront and historic lanes with Dave, stopping at four local pubs to sample Tasmanian craft beers, ciders, and wines while hearing stories of convict settlers, maritime figures, and the city's social evolution. This 2.5-hour tour pairs drinks with local history, moving at a leisurely pace through some of Australia's oldest buildings and drinking establishments.

2h 30mfrom AUD $115
Three Capes & tukana / Tasman Peninsula Hiking Tour - 4 Days
4.9 (10)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Three Capes & tukana / Tasman Peninsula Hiking Tour - 4 Days

A four-day walking adventure across Tasmania's Tasman Peninsula, showcasing towering sea cliffs, sculpted rock formations and coastal vistas. Based from Hobart, you'll tackle daily hikes through one of Australia's most dramatic landscapes, with guides leading you past Cape Pillar, Cape Hauy and Cape Raoul. Meals, snacks and park access included throughout.

4 daysfrom AUD $2850
Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise
4.9 (2,126)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise

An 11-hour exploration of [Litchfield National Park](/places/litchfield-national-park) with a private dawn crocodile cruise on Adelaide River. Depart early (5:45–6:00 am) to beat the crowds and enjoy solitary wildlife viewing before visiting natural swimming holes at Wangi, Florence and Buley Rockpools. See the park's famous magnetic and cathedral termite mounds, swim in spring-fed waters, and return with snacks and lunch included. Local guides share insights on Darwin and the park's ecology throughout.

11 hoursfrom AUD $240
Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch
4.9 (862)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

Spend a morning and early afternoon touring the Tamar Valley's premier wineries with a knowledgeable guide. You'll visit three to four cellar doors, tasting wines whilst learning how the region's cool climate and winemakers have shaped its character. Lunch with matched wines breaks up the day. The small-group format—eight guests or fewer—keeps things relaxed and personal. Door-to-door transport from Launceston, six and a half hours total.

6h 30mfrom AUD $199
Tasman Peninsula Wilderness Cruise from Port Arthur
4.9 (299)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Tasman Peninsula Wilderness Cruise from Port Arthur

A three-hour coastal expedition departing from Port Arthur that traces the Tasman Peninsula's dramatic shoreline between Eaglehawk Neck and the former convict settlement. Pilot your boat past the Southern Hemisphere's tallest sea cliffs, slip into cathedral-like caves carved into stone, and watch for seals, dolphins, white-bellied sea eagles and wandering albatross. Runs daily year-round with an experienced local skipper who knows where the wildlife congregates.

3 hoursfrom AUD $190
Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge 3.5-Hour Sunset Dinner Boat Tour
4.9 (210)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge 3.5-Hour Sunset Dinner Boat Tour

Cruise through Nitmiluk's layered sandstone canyons as the sun drops over the Katherine River. This 3.5-hour expedition navigates two of the gorge's 13 distinct waterways, carved by millennia of flow, while you eat a three-course meal prepared in the boat's galley. The Northern Territory's cultural heartland unfolds from the water, with sparkling wine in hand.

3h 30mfrom AUD $269
4 Day Kakadu Katherine Gorge with Guluyambi Cultural Cruise
4.9 (64)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

4 Day Kakadu Katherine Gorge with Guluyambi Cultural Cruise

This 4-day expedition takes you through two of Australia's most significant natural and cultural landscapes. Based in Kakadu and Katherine, you'll walk amongst ancient Aboriginal rock art sites, cruise rivers spotting saltwater crocodiles, and learn stories directly from Indigenous guides on the Guluyambi Cultural Cruise. The tour strings together monsoon forests, rugged escarpment terrain, and the unique wildlife of these remote parks, with all meals and comfortable accommodation included. Expect moderate physical demands and genuine cultural exchange rather than passive sightseeing.

4 daysfrom AUD $2310
Cascade Historic Tour
4.9 (44)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Cascade Historic Tour

Walk through Cascade's evolution from colonial mill to one of Tasmania's most recognisable brands. This one-hour guided tour traces how successive generations transformed a stream-powered operation into a cultural landmark. You'll stand in spaces shaped by its founders and hear stories embedded in the site itself—a direct line from waterwheel to modern enterprise told by someone who knows the ground.

1 hourfrom AUD $25
Berry Springs + Crocodile Cruise
4.9 (9)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Berry Springs + Crocodile Cruise

Combine a refreshing swim at Berry Springs Nature Reserve with an up-close encounter at Crocodylus Park on this 6.5-hour Northern Territory tour. Wade into crystal-clear thermal pools, then watch saltwater crocodiles from a secure platform and witness their feeding behaviour. Small-group format keeps things intimate, with transport and light refreshments included. The afternoon option adds a rooftop bar stop with complimentary nibbles.

6h 30mfrom AUD $170
Richmond Village & Red Decker hop-on hop-off
4.9 (9)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Richmond Village & Red Decker hop-on hop-off

Pair a guided ramble through Richmond, Tasmania's best-preserved Georgian township, with 48 hours of hop-on hop-off access aboard Hobart's open-top Red Decker buses. Spend three hours exploring Richmond's colonial architecture, antique shops, and food spots (with exclusive discounts), then ride the full loop or dip in and out at stops around Hobart's waterfront and hills. The 90-minute circuit works best if you start the city tour at 10am or 11am before heading to Richmond at 12:30pm.

1h 30m – 4 hoursfrom AUD $90
kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus- Return Tour (2.5 hours)
4.9 (1,309)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus- Return Tour (2.5 hours)

Ride the official shuttle up kunanyi/Mount Wellington to 1270 metres, where views stretch across Hobart and southern Tasmania. This 2.5-hour return trip from Hobart's waterfront gives you 30 minutes at the summit's lookouts and shelter. Grab an all-day pass to hop off at five Wellington Park stops and walk alpine tracks at your own pace, catching a later bus back down. The shuttle runs year-round—it's the only operator with access when snow closes Pinnacle Road.

2h 30mfrom AUD $50
Hobart Sightseeing Cruise including Iron Pot Lighthouse
4.9 (193)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Hobart Sightseeing Cruise including Iron Pot Lighthouse

Cruise down Hobart's Derwent River to Iron Pot Lighthouse on a 2.5-hour boat tour spotting maritime landmarks and learning about Tasmania's seafaring past. Your local guide recounts stories of wrecks, early colonists and harbour life whilst you pass Mount Wellington, the Shot Tower and Betsey Island. Intimate groups of 12–14 people mean genuine conversation and flexibility to linger at points of interest.

2h 30mfrom AUD $150
Darwin: Adelaide River Queen Original Jumping Crocodile Cruise
4.9 (64)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Darwin: Adelaide River Queen Original Jumping Crocodile Cruise

Spot saltwater crocodiles from the Adelaide River's most recognised vessel. This one-hour cruise operates from Darwin with a two-level design: a fully air-conditioned lower cabin wrapped in reinforced glass for unobstructed viewing, plus an open top deck shaded by canvas. The boat's stable platform and accessibility features make it suitable for mixed-ability groups, from young children to older travellers.

1 hourfrom AUD $50
kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus - One Way Tour
4.9 (64)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus - One Way Tour

Hop on the official shuttle from Hobart's waterfront and ride 50 minutes to the 1,270-metre summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington. A local guide shares stories about the mountain's ecology and Hobart's history en route. From the top, you've got options: walk back down through Wellington Park on marked trails (roughly 3 hours), pedal a mountain bike route (around an hour), or simply soak in the views across southern Tasmania before your own descent. Perfect for self-directed adventurers.

50 minfrom AUD $30
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