Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Australia (Updated 2026)

When you're heading from the charming town of Port Douglas to the serene shores of Palm Cove your journey promises to be stress-free and sublime....
$140

The Western Australian coastline between Perth and Rottnest offers some of the most unique whale watching opportunities in the world - those of the Southern...
$55

Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours
Broken Bay Pearl Farm, the only pearl farm in NSW, is the best kept secret on the Central Coast! Just one hour north of Sydney,...
$25

Ngana Julaymba Dungay: We All Going Daintree Spend the day with a local Aboriginal tour guide, learning about culturally significant areas and the relationships the...
$171

Unlimited Sandboarding Adventure
Join Port Stephens 4WD Tours on a Sandboarding Adventure on the amazing Stockton beach Sand Dunes in beautiful Port Stephens. The Stockton beach ecosystem is...
$32

This guided mountain bike experience explores the best trails of Mount Lofty and the Adelaide Hills, just minutes from Adelaide’s city centre. Unlike standard bike...
$122

Phillip Island Whale Watching Tour
Join a spectacular 4-hour cruise around Phillip Island with beautiful coastal scenery and up-close marine wildlife viewing. See thousands of playful fur seals at Seal...
$124

The Atherton Tablelands holds ancient rainforests, volcanic crater lakes, and wildlife found nowhere else on Earth. This is the best way to spend a full...
$160

Discover North Stradbroke Island on a small-group eco day tour from Brisbane, featuring wild koalas, kangaroos, coastal walks, and beautiful beaches. Travel by ferry to...
$140

Sunset and Sparkle Sydney Harbour Cruise
Sea Sydney Harbour by dusk and enjoy the stunning Sydney landmarks as the sun sets and the city lights come to life. The Sunset & Sparkle...
$41

VOTED THE 9TH TOP EXPERIENCE IN AUSTRALIA IN 2026 VOTED #7 IN THE TOP 10 EXPERIENCES IN THE WORLD IN 2021 Multi award-winning Aquascene is...
$125

Sandboarding in Lancelin is a must do for your bucket list! You can rent your sandboard directly at the bottom of the dunes with Perth...
$7

Join our award-winning Oyster Farm Wading Tour & Tasting Experience in Coffin Bay. Wade out into the water and sit at our semi-submerged tour deck,...
$52

There is nothing else like this in the Daintree! GORGEOUS 1 HOUR WALK TO A SECRET WATERFALL We have been given exclusive access to this...
$160

We arrive at Wilsons Prom and embark on our first hike for the day, a scenic coastal walk from Tidal River to Pillar Point. Following...
$153

3.5 Hour Broome Dolphin Sunset Cruise
Broome’s Original Snubfin Dolphin & Sunset Adventure! Experience more than just a sunset cruise —join an exclusive discovery. While many sail the bay, we take...
$136

Experience the most comprehensive walking tour Brisbane has to offer with a guide who calls the city home. We limit groups to just 8 guests,...
$62

Jabiru 30 minute Scenic Flight
Best seen from the air, enjoy aerial views over the World Heritage Listed Kakadu National park on a 30 minute scenic flight departing from Jabiru. There...
$112

This tour is perfect for those looking to experience the best of the Yarra Valley, without dedicating an entire day to do it. As part...
$87

Welcome to Adelaide Walking Tour
Get a welcome to Adelaide from a born-and-raised local. This walking tour from award winner Flamboyance Tours provides a look at Adelaide's main streets and...
$31

