The Larapinta Trail is arguably one of the best desert trails in the world, exploring Tjoritja (or the West MacDonnell Ranges) in Central Australia. Take it on with this six-day trekking trip, where you’ll hike across snaking riverbanks, open desert plains and towering mountains, spending each night in a private campsite on Aboriginal land. Cool off in bright green swimming holes, discover the Indigenous history of the area with your Aboriginal guides and hike across peaks scattered with diverse flora and fauna. Take in sights like Ormiston Gorge and ascend to the top of Mt Sonder. Take a moment to appreciate the vast red desert surrounds and weeping ghost gums and end the days camping under a blanket of stars.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
If you love the ocean, the rainforest and Australian wildlife, this 17-day journey from Sydney to Cairns might just be for you. On this trip, you’ll walk in Crowdy Bay National Park, meet koalas at the Koala Hospital in Port Macquarie and feast on a barbeque in Red Rock. Go stand-up paddleboarding with the Gumbaynggir community and learn about local Aboriginal culture. Chill out in Byron Bay and hike in lush Lamington National Park before some free time to explore Brisbane. Hit the beach in Noosa and spend two-nights sailing the Whitsundays with your new friends, where you’ll be snorkelling, swimming and visiting secret beaches. Tour Mungalla Station with a First Nations guide, look for more koalas in scenic Magnetic Island and spend a free afternoon on Mission Beach with your feet in the sand. End it all in Cairns and toast to an epic adventure along the East Coast.
Adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hostel, Hut, Lodge
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cairns, Sydney and NSW, Sydney
Cairns, Sydney and NSW, Sydney, Noosa, Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Townsville, Magnetic Island, Mission Beach, Port Macquarie, Byron Bay, Lamington National Park, Brisbane
Breathe in the fresh air of the ocean and the rainforest on this week-long journey from Sydney to Brisbane, making new friends along the way. On this trip, you’ll take a walk in Crowdy Bay National Park, visit the Koala Hospital in Port Macquarie, enjoy a classic Aussie barbeque in Red Rock and go stand-up paddleboarding with the Gumbaynggir community. Learn about local Aboriginal culture, soak up a free day and night in every surfer’s favourite spot (Byron Bay, of course) and fit in as many swims and sunsets as you can. Hike to the Natural Bridge rock arch in Springbrook National Park on your way to Lamington National Park, where you’ll be surrounded by natural rainforest in your excellent lodge accommodation. End it all in Brisbane, where you can choose to extend your adventure and hit the city!
Adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hostel, Lodge
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Brisbane, Sydney and NSW, Sydney
Brisbane, Sydney and NSW, Sydney, Port Macquarie, Byron Bay, Lamington National Park
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Get wild on this 11-day adventure through the remote Kimberley Outback. Sparsely populated and ruggedly beautiful, the Kimberley is the ultimate adventure destination. Swim in waterfalls and gorges, hike through red-rock formations and palm oases, and learn about the rich First Nations history of the area from Traditional Custodians, learning about local geology. Whether you’re visiting from overseas or travelling domestically, this trip through the Kimberley showcases some of the best parts about the Aussie Outback.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping
Age Range
12-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Broome, Windjana Gorge, Fitzroy
Broome, Windjana Gorge, Fitzroy Crossing, West Kimberley Gorges, El Questro, El Questro Wilderness Park, Lake Argyle, Purnululu National Park
A place of astounding natural beauty and great spiritual significance, Western Australia's Kimberley region is Australia untamed. While the roads here can be rough, this five-day inland adventure takes in several of the Kimberley's highlight attractions, plus a whole host of lesser-known favourites. Weave through the boulders and chasms of the Bungle Bungles, encounter Dreaming stories in the Mimbi Caves and learn the legend of Jandamarra on a tour of Tunnel Creek. Join the Darlgunya cultural walk, search for freshwater crocodiles at Windjana Gorge and spend each night camping under the stars.
This 10-day adventure from Brisbane to Cairns is perfect for those seeking the natural beauty of Queensland with a small group of new friends. You’ll explore the popular town of Noosa, home to the Coastal Walk, Sunshine Beach and Hell’s Gate lookout. Bliss out with a full free day to take an optional eco-safari and canoe adventure in the Everglades or maybe hop in 4WDs for a guided tour of K’gari. Then, spend two-nights sailing the Whitsundays, where you’ll be snorkelling, swimming and visiting secret beaches. Couple these with a tour of Mungalla Station with a local First Nations guide, a full day to explore the lush Magnetic Island and a free afternoon on Mission Beach, and you’ve got a pretty epic adventure along the east coast!
Adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hostel, Hut
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Brisbane, Cairns, Noosa, Airlie
Brisbane, Cairns, Noosa, Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Magnetic Island, Mission Beach
Travel to the tippy top of northern Queensland on an Australian adventure in Far North Queensland. Over 10 days, you’ll learn about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture during immersive activities with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander guides, hit the beach for swims and nature walks, cross the Iron Range and soak in all the natural beauty of this rural landscape. Spend a night near Chilli Beach, camp in the bush under the clear night sky and tick Pajinka off your bucket list – the northernmost point of the country! Take an eco-cruise to spot crocodiles, walk through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cape Tribulation and discover ancient rock art. With all these activities and more, you can soak up Australia’s amazing history, landscapes and remote communities.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Sleeper Bus
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cairns, Seisia, Rossville, Cookt
Cairns, Seisia, Rossville, Cooktown, Archer River, Chilli Beach, Lockhart River, Wenlock River
Absolute banger of a time! I've always wanted to go to Australia for many years now and going with Contiki, especially with on the North Queensland to Uluru, was totally worth it! I couldn't speak for the sailing version of the trip, but the land stay in Airlie beach was really a nice bit. I would recommend going in the drier seasons because it rained and was quite windy during our stay in Queensland but nonetheless, a really exciting opportunity for everyone. If it's your first time going to Australia like it was for me, this is absolutely the trip to go, as you'll be seeing the natural highlights of the continent!
BeachChill outCity sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Uluru Kata-Tjuta National Park
Uluru Kata-Tjuta National Park, Airlie Beach, Uluru, Magnetic Island, Cairns
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One of the best ways to experience the magnificent landscape of the Kimberley is on two legs. Lace up your hiking boots and get up close and personal to the gorges, swimming holes, waterfalls and vistas that make this such an iconic Australian destination. On this 13-day trip, you’ll combine guided walks with the region’s major highlights, including the Gibb River Road and its gorges, El Questro Wilderness Park and Purnululu National Park (the Bungle Bungles). Settle in and chill out in a custom-built 4WD coach as you explore the Kimberley region with an expert leader on this comfortable camping adventure.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Camping
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Broome, Windjana Gorge, Purnulul
Broome, Windjana Gorge, Purnululu National Park, Larrawa Station, Tunnel Creek, West Kimberley Gorges, El Questro, Kununurra