From tropical reefs to rugged gorges
Australia is overflowing with unforgettable ways to embrace the great outdoors. In the tropical north, you can dive the Great Barrier Reef, raft fast-flowing rainforest rivers or canyon through deep, jungle-lined gorges.
Head into the Red Centre and the outback delivers adventure in spades: wander the trails around Uluru, race across wide red plains on a quad bike, or — if you’re looking for a thrill — skydive above the endless desert.
Along the east coast, in laid-back spots like Byron Bay and Noosa, life slows down. Glide a kayak through calm, crystal-clear waters and soak up the sunshine. Down south and across Tasmania, cooler mountain regions tempt you with world-class mountain biking, dramatic abseiling routes and some incredible long-distance hikes.
Out on the west coast, Ningaloo Reef offers another kind of magic: snorkel with manta rays or, if you visit at the right time of year, swim alongside majestic whale sharks.
