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.

Corroboree Billabong Wetland Cruises - 1.5 hour Morning cruise
Spot saltwater crocodiles and birdlife on the Mary River Wetlands during a 90-minute cruise from Darwin towards Kakadu. The open-air vessel gets you close to wildlife in one of Australia's most biodiverse wetland systems. Your guide shares insights into the ecosystem as you drift past basking crocs and scan the banks for the prolific bird species that call Corroboree Billabong home. Bring a camera—sightings are frequent and the light is good.

Hobart: Waterfalls, Wilderness & Wildlife - Active Day Tour
A 12-hour active exploration of Tasmania's wilderness centred on Mt. Field National Park. You'll walk through old-growth forest to multiple waterfalls, encounter native wildlife at Bonorong, and cap the day atop kunanyi/Mt. Wellington for panoramic views across southern Tasmania. Small group sizes keep the experience intimate and accessible to varying fitness levels.

Kata Tjuta Valley of the Winds Circuit Hike
Walk the complete Valley of the Winds circuit around Kata Tjuta in the Red Centre, guided through five hours of the MacDonnell Ranges' most dramatic geology. Your guide navigates the full loop whilst explaining the landscape's formation and Indigenous significance. Morning tea included, and audio guides available in multiple languages for those who prefer self-directed interpretation.

From Hobart: Gordon Dam and Lake Pedder Wilderness Day Tour
This nine-and-a-half-hour wilderness loop drives you into Tasmania's remote southwest to walk across Gordon Dam—the country's tallest arch structure—then explore Lake Pedder's distinctive rust-coloured waters and surrounding temperate rainforest. A university-trained guide leads easy walks through World Heritage terrain, with panoramic stops built in for photography. You'll travel in a comfortable air-conditioned coach with onboard commentary.

Twilight Sail from Rottnest Island

Day Tour in Mt. Field, Mt. Wellington, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Richmond
Pack three distinct Tasmanian landscapes into one nine-hour loop. Drive to Wellington's summit for panoramic views across the state, then descend to Mt. Field National Park where Russell Falls tumbles through cool temperate forest. Pivot toward the Derwent River's winding valley before reaching Bonorong, where you'll encounter Tasmanian devils and other native wildlife up close. Finish among the sandstone cottages and colonial architecture of Richmond village. A local guide navigates the route; small group keeps the pace intimate.

Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise from Adventure Bay, Bruny Island
Chase Southern Ocean swells on a three-hour coastal cruise around Bruny Island, Tasmania. Your skipper navigates the custom-built eco-cruiser into sea caves, beneath towering cliff walls and across open water where seals, dolphins and seabirds patrol their territory. This isn't a passive float—expect the vessel to move with genuine purpose as it searches the wild margins where land and ocean collide.

After Dark Tasmanian Devil Feeding Tour at Cradle Mountain
Watch Tasmanian devils hunt and compete for food under specialist guidance at Cradle Mountain. This 75-minute nocturnal tour lets you observe these carnivores in their most active state, with a keeper explaining their behaviour and the facility's conservation efforts. The devils' fierce feeding interactions reveal raw animal dynamics rarely witnessed this close. You'll need your own transport to reach the site, but parking is free and the experience works in any weather.

3-Day Kakadu & Litchfield 4WD Camping Adventure from Darwin
A three-day 4WD expedition through Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks, departing from Darwin. Camp under the stars at permanent sites and explore two of Australia's most dramatic landscapes: ancient rock art galleries, crocodile-dotted wetlands, and thundering waterfalls that plunge into emerald pools. Your accredited guide navigates remote gorges and hidden rockhole systems whilst you walk through pockets of tropical rainforest teeming with endemic wildlife. Meals and park passes included; bring fitness and a willingness to help with camp duties.

Coal River Wine Hopper
Spend seven hours exploring Coal River's premier wine region with a flexible hop-on, hop-off service running hourly between seven estates. Visit Riverdale, Coal Valley Vineyard, Pooley's and others, pairing Tasmanian wines with local produce at each stop. Linger as long as you like—take a leisurely two-hour lunch, chat with winemakers, or skip ahead when you're ready. The air-conditioned shuttle handles navigation while you discover why this corner of Tasmania punches above its weight for quality, returning you to Hobart by late afternoon.

Alice Springs Desert Park Nocturnal Tour
Venture into the Red Centre's nocturnal landscape on a guided spotlighting walk through Alice Springs Desert Park. Over one hour, you'll track rarely seen desert creatures under darkness alongside a knowledgeable local guide. This small-group experience reveals the animals, plants and cultural heritage that define the arid interior, offering chances to observe species most active when daylight fades.

Signature Wine Tour - Hobart & SE Tasmania
Spend a morning and afternoon touring four wineries across the Derwent and Coal River valleys southeast of Hobart. You'll taste wines from Tasmania's signature cool-climate vineyards, walk through the estates, and hear how local winemakers work with regional varieties. The van handles driving so you can enjoy without restraint. Small groups mean proper conversation with the cellar door staff and fellow wine lovers.

Tasmania 5 Day East Coast Tour
Traverse Tasmania's eastern seaboard over five days, connecting Hobart and Launceston whilst covering roughly 850 kilometres of coastal landscape. This small-group tour balances purposeful travel with proper time to absorb the region's standout features—from heritage sites to natural landmarks. You'll sample local producers (wine, chocolate, cheese, oysters) and visit major attractions without feeling rushed. Breakfast and lunch included daily, plus all park passes and entry fees. Works for families with young children through to retirees.

Afternoon Gordon River Dinner Cruise
Set sail from Strahan on Tasmania's rugged west coast aboard the Harbour Master catamaran for a 6-hour evening cruise through World Heritage waters. You'll navigate Hells Gates, pass working aquaculture farms, and explore the convict ruins of Sarah Island with a local guide. Two hours on the Gordon River includes a walk through pristine rainforest before returning to a dinner of Tasmanian fare prepared fresh on-board.

Litchfield Park Adventures + Berry Springs
A full-day exploration of Litchfield Park north of Darwin, led by a local Top End guide who knows the region intimately. Swim at three separate waterholes—Wangi, Florence, and Buley Rock—plus seasonal stops at Berry Springs and Tolmer Falls depending on conditions. The itinerary weaves in visits to the striking magnetic termite mounds and Batchelor township, with a city orientation before pickup. Ten and a half hours in an air-conditioned minivan or coach, departing at 8am.

Southwest Tasmania Wilderness Experience: Fly Cruise and Walk Including Lunch
This 8-hour adventure flies you into Southwest National Park, Tasmania's largest protected wilderness and World Heritage Area. You'll experience the landscape from both air and water: two scenic flights bookend a boat cruise through Bathurst Harbour, a sprawling waterway that dwarfs Sydney Harbour. A guided walk and lunch featuring local Tasmanian produce and wine round out the day. A rare chance to see remote southwestern Tasmania without a multi-day expedition.

Highlights of Uluru Including Sunrise and Breakfast
Watch Uluru emerge from darkness as the sun breaks across the desert, then hear Anangu stories of the Liru and Kuniya while enjoying bush tucker breakfast at the rock's base. This three-hour guided loop from Ayers Rock Resort covers the essential sights—Mutitjulu Waterhole and a full circuit of the monolith—without eating up your whole day. Your driver steers a small van through the national park, keeping groups intimate at 15 people max.

Wildlife Night Spotting at Cradle Mountain
A two-hour evening expedition into Cradle Mountain National Park hunting nocturnal wildlife with a knowledgeable guide. You'll trek through the bush as dusk falls, torches in hand, searching for wombats, wallabies, pademelons and if fortune favours, a Tasmanian Devil. The guide shares insights into Tasmanian fauna whilst you navigate boardwalks around Ronny Creek. Hotel pickup and drop-off included. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

Sunset Experience
Join a small group for an evening at Devils@Cradle Wildlife Sanctuary in Tasmania's Cradle Mountain rainforest. Over 75 minutes, you'll walk amongst native wildlife, sample local produce and drinks, and gather around a campfire at sunset to toast marshmallows and watch the sky change colour—all whilst hearing the distinctive calls of Tasmanian devils echoing through the ancient forest.

Distillery Tour and Guided Tasting
Spend 90 minutes at Old Kempton Distillery in Kempton, Tasmania, exploring a working distillery housed in the heritage Dysart House. Walk through the production facility where single malt whisky, gin, and liqueurs are crafted entirely from Tasmanian ingredients. Your guide shares the building's history before leading you through tastings of four house spirits. Browse the cellar door afterwards—stocked with local wines and Tasmanian produce—or grab coffee and cake at the on-site café.

Darwin City Tour + Crocodile Cruise
Spend three hours exploring Darwin's colonial past before heading to Crocodylus Park for an up-close encounter with over 40 saltwater crocodiles. You'll board a guided boat to watch these massive reptiles in action—including several five-metre males—from both the water and a dedicated viewing platform. The tour wraps with optional lunch and harbour photos at Stokes Hill Wharf. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Shore Excursion: Nipaluna (Hobart) Highlights
Explore Hobart's standout neighbourhoods and landmarks in five hours aboard a minivan with a knowledgeable local guide. The itinerary takes you through Salamanca (market on Saturdays), the heritage precinct of Battery Point, Richmond's Georgian streets, and up to kunanyi's summit for panoramic views. You'll tick off major spots—the Cascade Brewery, Parliament House, the Tasman Bridge—at your own pace, with guided commentary filling the gaps. Departures and returns available from nine city pickup points, including the cruise terminal.

Full-Day Guided Bruny Island Tour from Hobart
This 10-hour guided tour takes you across Bruny Island's wild southern reaches by minivan, starting from central Hobart with ferry included. You'll move between beaches, national parks, and rocky headlands watching for native wildlife whilst learning from a local guide who tailors the day's route based on weather and group interests. It's active but manageable, mixing coastal walks with stops at working farms and local producers.

Morning World Heritage Cruise on the Gordon River from Strahan
Board the Harbour Master catamaran from Strahan for a six-hour journey into Tasmania's World Heritage South West wilderness. You'll navigate past Hells Gates and working aquaculture operations, explore the convict ruins of Sarah Island with a guide, then spend two hours cruising the Gordon River before walking the rainforest boardwalk. Fresh Tasmanian lunch is prepared on-board and included in your fare. The catamaran departs daily at 9am, returning by 3pm.

Darwin History and Wartime Experience Tour
Travel Darwin's wartime past aboard a restored WW2 truck on this 90-minute guided tour. You'll navigate key historical landmarks—Government House, East Point gun battery, the 1934 QANTAS hangar, Stokes Hill facilities, and Fort Hill Wharf—while your guide narrates Darwin's journey from early exploration through Japanese bombing raids, cyclone recovery, and beyond. The tour caps at 18 passengers, ensuring an intimate experience through a city shaped by conflict and resilience.

Launceston: Hollybank Treetops Adventures - Segway Tour
Glide through one of Tasmania's most striking forests on a Segway for 90 minutes, navigating beneath soaring ancient trees and learning how this landscape formed. Based at Hollybank in Launceston, this tour offers a propelled way to cover ground through the woods, trading hiking boots for motorised wheels. You'll receive full safety training, equipment, and a digital photo to take away.

nipaluna (Hobart) Highlights Day Tour
Explore Hobart's essential landmarks on this 6.5-hour guided minivan tour (8 hours Saturdays), taking in Salamanca's waterfront precinct, the historic Richmond township, kunanyi's summit views, and the city's colonial core. Your driver-guide navigates the route whilst sharing local insight, leaving you time to wander at your own pace. Hotel pickups available across the metro area.

The Freycinet Paddle
Paddle through Freycinet National Park's dramatic coastline on this three-hour guided sea kayak tour. You'll glide past rose-tinted granite peaks and pristine beaches from stable double kayaks, getting close to seabirds and marine life while your guide shares local stories and ecological insights. Midway through, you'll beach on a secluded cove for hot drinks and a gourmet biscuit. Designed for first-timers and families with moderate fitness, this fully-equipped experience includes all gear, park entry, and refreshments.

Yellow Water Cruise - Kakadu
Yellow Water Cruises, Indigenous-operated, navigates the billabong and South Alligator River tributaries in Kakadu. You'll drift through shifting wetland habitats on a 1.5 to 2-hour cruise with a local guide providing on-the-water commentary. Available sunrise to sunset year-round, the route traces waterways where ecosystem changes are visible as you move between sections. Bring binoculars and patience for wildlife spotting; water conditions and wildlife presence vary with season and weather.

Full-Day Bruny Island Cruises Day Tour from Hobart
This 9.5-hour Bruny Island expedition takes you from Hobart across to Tasmania's wild southern coastline. A custom-built eco-cruiser carries you on a three-hour coastal voyage past sea cliffs, into cave systems, and along remote beaches where seals and seabirds live undisturbed. The day includes a return ferry crossing, a local guide, morning tea, and lunch cooked on the island. You'll feel the Southern Ocean's raw energy without needing previous experience or special fitness.

Tasman Island Cruises and Port Arthur Historic Site Day Tour from Hobart
Combine rugged coastal scenery with convict history on this 10.5-hour loop from Hobart. You'll spend three hours cruising the Tasman Peninsula's dramatic cliffs and sea caves, then shift to guided coach exploration of Port Arthur Historic Site, the colonies' most notorious penal settlement. Morning tea and lunch anchor the day, with interpretive commentary throughout revealing the peninsula's layered past.

Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility: Two Iconic Territory Stories
Spend two hours at Stokes Hill Wharf exploring two defining moments in Northern Territory history. Learn how the Royal Flying Doctor Service revolutionised remote medical care from 1939 onwards, then walk through accounts of Darwin's bombing on 19 February 1942. The self-guided experience unfolds across air-conditioned galleries with hologram cinema, personal testimonies, and interactive displays that reveal how these events shaped the Territory's character and its people's determination to survive and rebuild.

Best of Uluru & Segway
Combine two ways of experiencing Uluru's raw scale on this four to five hour guided adventure. Hotel pickup gets you to the rock, where you'll walk into Mutitjulu waterhole to see ancient Aboriginal art etched into stone. After mastering a Segway, you'll glide roughly a quarter of Uluru's perimeter under expert guidance, then explore the sacred caves of the Mala Walk on foot. Expect full immersion in the landscape's cultural and geological significance.

Salamanca Walk - History Tour
Walk through Battery Point's lanes and laneways to discover Hobart's colonial foundations and the characters who shaped them. This 2.5-hour guided tour threads together convict histories, colonial architecture, and the streetside stories of 19th-century Battery Point. You'll see period photographs and drawings throughout, and your guide offers tailored suggestions for cafés, galleries and pubs worth your time.

Alice Springs School of the Air Guided Tour Ticket
Step into Australia's most remote classroom at the Alice Springs School of the Air Visitor Centre. This 30–60 minute guided tour reveals how students across 1.3 million square kilometres learn via radio and digital broadcasts from the heart of the Outback. Watch archived lessons, hear from your guide about station kids' daily routines, and discover the stories of families living far from conventional schools.

2 Day Tasmanian Highlights Tour - Bruny Island & Port Arthur
Explore two cornerstone Tasmanian destinations across two days from Hobart. Day one takes you to Bruny Island, where dramatic coastlines, sandy beaches and native wildlife share space with local producers and seafood. Day two focuses on the Tasmanian Peninsula—Port Arthur's convict heritage buildings, surrounding lookouts like Pirates Bay, and curiosities including a chocolate foundry and lavender farm. Includes guided transport, park passes and historic site entry.

Bruny Island Food, Sightseeing, Guided Lighthouse Tour & Lunch
A 10-hour loop from Hobart that threads together Bruny Island's working lighthouse, coastal vistas, and artisanal producers. You'll climb Cape Bruny Lighthouse (locals-only access), graze on oysters and house-baked bread at dawn on a quiet beach, then work through the island's honey, chocolate and fudge makers before lunch at Hotel Bruny. South Bruny National Park features throughout, with chances to spot Bennett's wallabies and views from The Neck's elevated lookout.

Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine
Sail Darwin Harbour on a 50ft catamaran as the sun dips over the water, with a seven-course tapas spread and flowing sparkling wine. This three-hour evening cruise departs from Stokes Hill Wharf at 5pm, offering uninterrupted views of the tropical sunset from the deck of a luxury vessel. Food, wine, and harbour views combine for a relaxed wind-down after exploring the city.

Arnhem Land Yingana Injalak Hill Full Day Tour from Darwin
Walk through one of Earth's most significant rock art galleries guided by local Yolŋu people who hold these lands as their ancestral home. This full-day Arnhem Land tour from Darwin explores Injalak Hill's ochre-painted rock shelters and sweeping Top End vistas at a relaxed pace, with time built in for genuine conversation with your guides about the stories etched into stone. Morning tea and lunch included.
