Adventure Vacations Australia

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Planning the ultimate adventure vacation or hope to add a little excitement to a beach or otherwise relaxing trip? You are sure to find options in any climate or location. Hiking, climbing, skiing, and mountain biking are great ways to add a thrill depending on the time of year when visiting the mountains. Visit a river for the ultimate rafting or river kayaking adventure. Take a scuba diving course or bring your snorkeling gear to the sea for an underwater landscape filled withlife. Looking for lions, tigers or bears? Schedule a safari to truly immerse yourself in the world of the wild. ...read more »

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Sydney

Brash and beautiful, Sydney sits nestled in the sandstone cliffs overlooking Sydney Harbor, basking in its role as a gateway for travelers, a mecca of culture and a playground for tourists and its five million residents alike. History abounds in Victori... read more »
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Cairns

Cairns is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Australia, and for good reason. The Great Barrier Reef is only a few hours away, and the city is filled with lagoons, rainforests and coastlines. Many visitors have noted that the climate is simi... read more »
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Perth

The most isolated capital in the world, Perth is home to some of the greatest natural beauty in all of Australia. From the lush flower-topped Kings Park to the warm beaches of Rottnest Island, there are plenty of places for vacationers to relax and take... read more »
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Alice Springs

For those travelers looking for the classic Australian outback, the town of Alice Springs certainly delivers. Desert and caravan parks scatter the landscape, while the massive Uluru rock formations changing color makes for a spectacular sight. read more »
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Brisbane

Brisbane is a beautiful subtropical city in Southeastern Australian and an excellent diversion for travelers down under. There are various parklands, botanical gardens, biking trails and rock climbing areas across the city, allowing for several vacation... read more »
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Melbourne

Melbourne is a popular international getaway, known for being a great location for backpacking and sightseeing travelers. There are various museums and convention centers around the city, as well as numerous international restaurants, Irish pubs, and tr... read more »
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Cape Tribulation

Cape Tribulation is an Australian destination with an intriguing name and an interesting history. Captain Cook named this spot in the late 1700’s after the difficulties he found there, but today this park is nothing but pleasant. With stunning coastal s... read more »
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Hervey Bay

Famous for having the best whale watching in the world, Hervey Bay is the perfect spot for observing the majestic humpback whales as they return to the Antarctic. This unique tourist destination has a lot more to offer vacationers as well, from diving... read more »
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fraizer island

Find highlights on things to do and see in fraizer island shared by Real Travelers. Browse attractions, maps, travel guide information, and blogs. Price compare hotels, flights, and packages to fraizer island across multiple sites to help plan... read more »
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Mission Beach

Lush rainforest, famous inhabitants, and a spectacular place to get some sun - welcome to Mission Beach. The vibrant rainforest surrounding the beach has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is home to the Cassowary bird. Although the be... read more »

Top Five Adventure Trip Blogs

Top Ten Adventures | May 22 07'

by mkagan a 28 year old male from Vaughan, on vacation in Whitsunday Islands

When I started this trip I was hesitant to post goals - I knew I had only one - Adventure. To have adventures wherever I went and whatever I did.&n... Continue reading »
World on Fire - Sarah McLachlan | May 06 07'

by Bill Benson a 41 year old male from Brooklyn, on vacation in Alice Springs

5-11-07 Red Center, AustraliaAh, the Outback mate. Red desert, red rocks, red roos, red (sunburned) locals, red everything. It’s the ce... Continue reading »
Days 88 & 89: PortDouglas - Ballooning over Mareeba | Nov 02 08'

by D&J a traveling as a couple from Edinburgh, on vacation in Port Douglas

"Down and Over Down Under"

Had been toying with a balloon ride in a couple of places so far, so when we found out(if you believe the literature at least) that Mareeba just up... Continue reading »
A week of sheer indulgence on Hamilton Island | Dec 16 06'

by Mike & Jackie a traveling as a couple from Portsmouth, on vacation in Hamilton

Hamilton Island is one of those places you visit where you have to say, ‘oh, just look at the photographs’ to get an accurate idea as to its beau... Continue reading »
Surf Camp - catching barrels, going on death walks and getting a wicked head cold = good times! | Mar 16 07'

by Liz Bolivar a 25 year old female from Edmonton, on vacation in Sydney

"Turned out it was a razor death walk where we had to scale a sharp rocky cliff like thing to get to the top"

Here it is, officially the last adventure of my trip! And what a way to end, with a 5 day surf camp that goes from Byron to Sydney. After a terribl... Continue reading »

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