Adventure Holidays

From camel trekking across South Australia’s red dunes to hiking the Great Ocean Road or snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef, Australia’s adventure holidays promise thrilling, unforgettable experiences.

Highlights

Lightning Ridge

Where to stop on a Sydney to Lightning Ridge road trip

If you love rolling hills, sun-drenched vineyards and soaking your cares away in artesian spas, a Sydney to Lightning Ridge road trip will see you covered.

Port Douglas

Australia’s best town for nature & adventure has reef and rainforest

Face your fears or explore ancient ecosystems in the newly crowned nature and adventure capital: Port Douglas.

From the outback to the reef: discover Australia’s most iconic journeys

Journey Beyond showcases Australia at its most extraordinary, from iconic rail journeys like The Ghan to cruising the Whitsundays

Glass House Mountains National Park from above

Australia

The 10 Aussie towns made for nature lovers and adventure seekers

Wild landscapes and natural beauty turn these towns into outdoor playgrounds.

Lorne

8 must-see waterfalls in Lorne

Go chasing waterfalls in Lorne and its surrounding areas.

Hamilton Island

Mountain biking is booming – I tried it for the first time on Hamilton Island to find out why

From tech-enhanced thrills to breathtaking new trails, mountain biking tourism is hitting its stride. We jump on two wheels to investigate what's driving the boom.

Red Centre

Kings Canyon transforms into a waterfall wonderland in the rain – here’s the only time you’ll see it

It's rare to see Kings Canyon covered in rivers and waterfalls, but it's a priceless view.

a crocodile encounter at the Cage of Death, Crocosaurus Cove

Darwin

Swim with crocodiles at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin

For many, the thought of encountering a giant crocodile is the stuff of nightmares. But swimming with saltwater crocs at Crocosaurus Cove is truly a one-of-a-kind experience that lets you eyeball some of the fiercest, yet most majestic, creatures on Earth.