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aus tanja lagoon camp deluxe safari tent kayak
Auz sandboarding port stephens 1 family adventure
Aus daintree river cruise crocodile family see and do easy going
Nz owahngo farm lodge sheep family stays very comfortable
Unique family friendly activities

Top things to do in Australia for families

Whether you like to camp in the middle of Australia. Go horseback riding along the beach. Or kayak through the mystical Noosa everglades. Based on your desires, together with our local knowledge and expertise, we will create a unique holiday for you and your family.

Australians live an outdoor lifestyle with an abundance of activities to get your spine-tingling! Do you dare? To climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Camp in the middle of the Outback. Swim with dolphins. And more. We would love to tell you more about our action-packed, family-friendly activities.

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Kayak the waters off Double Point Island

Noosa, Australia

Discover the wonders of the Pacific Ocean and Double Point Island. The island is Sunshine Coast’s best kept surf…

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Experience an Indigenous welcome to Sydney with your family

Sydney, Australia

Let yourself be fascinated by the lasting impressions of this ancient tradition of a "Welcome to Country" ceremony by an Aboriginal-run family business.

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Go water rafting on Tully River

Mission Beach, Australia

Get a rush of adrenaline while marvelling at the natural wonders of one of the oldest rainforests in the world.…

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A family hike through the Grampians National Park

The Grampians, Australia

Discover wildflowers and wildlife during a self-guided hike through the Grampians. Over seven days, you can…

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Canoe and sleep under the stars in a traditional ‘swag’

Katherine, Australia

Get off the beaten track and uncover the secrets of the Top End of Australia. Over two days, together with your…

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Paddle and spot platypus in Tasmania

West Coast Tasmania, Australia

Together with the adventurous owners of a local Tassie company, discover platypus in their natural habitat. Your…

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Discover the Noosa Everglades on a kayak

Noosa, Australia

Enjoy a sustainable kayak adventure through the Noosa Everglades with your family. Explore one of only two…

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Experience the remote west coast of Fraser Island (K’gari)

Hervey Bay, Australia

Discover the secret and isolated sections of Fraser Island while marvelling at the gymnastics of the whales in a…

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"One of my favourite memories is driving through the beautiful Fraser Island with my Australian family."

Ilona, Travel specialist

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At TravelEssence, we specialise in crafting custom-made holidays that take you off the beaten path and create memories to last a lifetime. We believe in connecting with the heart and soul of a place, introducing you to the locals who call it home. Engage in conversations with fascinating individuals who will share their stories, traditions, and way of life, leaving an indelible mark on your journey.