Top Australia Outdoor Activities

Q: What are the best options for Australia Outdoor Activities?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best Australia Outdoor Activities are: Whitsunday Crocodile Safari Evening Rainforest & Glow Worm Tour from Gold Coast Fliteboard Gold Coast eFoil Experience Yarra Valley Sunrise Balloon Flight with GoPro Photos Blue Mountains Wildlife Full-Day Sights and Hiking from Sydney

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for Australia Outdoor Activities Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Australia Outdoor Activities are: Sandboard Hire: Lancelin Sand Dunes, Australia Darwin: Feed Fish at Aquascene. Tickle Your Toes at Doctors Gully Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne: The Explorer Bus DINOSAUR and FOSSIL ZOO TOUR Rockhampton Cairns Koalas & Creatures at the Pier View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which Australia Outdoor Activities have Instant Confirmation?

Australia Outdoor Activities with Instant Confirmation include: Sandboard Hire: Lancelin Sand Dunes, Australia Darwin: Feed Fish at Aquascene. Tickle Your Toes at Doctors Gully Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne: The Explorer Bus Sea Acres National Park: Aboriginal cultural tour DINOSAUR and FOSSIL ZOO TOUR Rockhampton View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which Australia Outdoor Activities have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Australia Outdoor Activities include Hotel Pickup: Private Surf Coaching Session in New South Wales Ginger Factory and Nutworks Return Bus Transfer: Sunshine Coast Lake Moondarra Sunset Tour (3 hrs approx) Breakfast Bushwalk & Clifftop BBQ Tour Small Group Art Centre Tour in Alice Springs with Transport View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

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We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked Australia Tours. Top 10 Australia 2026 Senior-friendly tours Australia The best tours and activities for culture lovers in Australia Top Day Trips from Australia Things to do in Australia this summer View all Australia Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Australia?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Australia are: Australia Luxury & Special Occasions Australia Luxury Tours Australia Tours & Sightseeing Australia Outdoor Activities Australia Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours View all tour styles in Australia →

Kuranda Highlights including Rainforestation Aboriginal Culture and Wildlife R1B

Join a full day tour to Kuranda, in World Heritage-listed rainforest. Experience the award-winning Rainforestation including Army Duck tour, the Koala and Wildlife Park and …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.3 (38)

Kuranda Highlights including Rainforestation Aboriginal Culture and Wildlife R1B

Join a full day tour to Kuranda, in World Heritage-listed rainforest. Experience the award-winning Rainforestation including Army Duck tour, the Koala and Wildlife Park and...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.3 (38)

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$96

Join our amazing Great Ocean Road Tour and see one of Australia's best coastal journeys! Enjoy a relaxed pace and many scenic stops. This tour …More

Melbourne, Australia

5.0 (1)

Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Tour

Join our amazing Great Ocean Road Tour and see one of Australia's best coastal journeys! Enjoy a relaxed pace and many scenic stops. This tour...

13 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$96

Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

See Australia’s amazing animals on a day trip to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary from Brisbane. Your river cruise takes you from the bustling waterfront of …More

Brisbane, Australia

4.8 (1,664)

Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

See Australia’s amazing animals on a day trip to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary from Brisbane. Your river cruise takes you from the bustling waterfront of...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (1,664)

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$97

12 Apostles,Great Ocean Road Tour - hotel PICKUP & free entries

Discover the stunning landscapes of the Great Ocean Road on this boutique luxury tour designed for small groups. With a maximum of 11 participants, enjoy …More

Melbourne, Australia

4.5 (26)

12 Apostles,Great Ocean Road Tour - hotel PICKUP & free entries

Discover the stunning landscapes of the Great Ocean Road on this boutique luxury tour designed for small groups. With a maximum of 11 participants, enjoy...

6 to 12 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (26)

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$97

Bribie Island 4WD Kayak and WWII Bunker Tour

The only Bribie Island tour packing 4WD beach driving, mirror-lagoon kayaking, WWII bunker exploration & wild kangaroo sightings into one epic 4-5 hour adventure. Just …More

Moreton Bay Region, Australia

5.0 (19)

Bribie Island 4WD Kayak and WWII Bunker Tour

The only Bribie Island tour packing 4WD beach driving, mirror-lagoon kayaking, WWII bunker exploration & wild kangaroo sightings into one epic 4-5 hour adventure. Just...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (19)

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$97

1 Hour Quad Bike Tours, only 30 minutes from Perth

Join a private tour where you can explore 300 HECTARES PARK with your fully trained quad biking guide leading the way. Perth Quad use fully …More

Perth, Australia

4.9 (52)

1 Hour Quad Bike Tours, only 30 minutes from Perth

Join a private tour where you can explore 300 HECTARES PARK with your fully trained quad biking guide leading the way. Perth Quad use fully...

1 hour

4.9 (52)

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$97

Rainbow Beach: Surf Lesson Safari & Beach 4WD Double Island Point

This rewarding surf experience is Australia's longest wave within a protected Marine Park with beginners riding waves 100's of meters long. With crystal clear waist …More

Rainbow Beach, Australia

5.0 (14)

Rainbow Beach: Surf Lesson Safari & Beach 4WD Double Island Point

This rewarding surf experience is Australia's longest wave within a protected Marine Park with beginners riding waves 100's of meters long. With crystal clear waist...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (14)

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$98

Join us just before sunset in Byron Bay where our dedicated team will pick you up from your accommodation and transport you to a charming …More

Byron Bay, Australia

5.0 (13)

Glow Worm Tunnel Evening Guided Tour

Join us just before sunset in Byron Bay where our dedicated team will pick you up from your accommodation and transport you to a charming...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (13)

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$98

Blue Mountains Sunset Tour with Wildlife & Waterfalls from Sydney

JOIN OUR NEW & UNIQUE TOURING EXPERIENCE TO THE BLUE MOUNTAINS - SEE WHY WE DO THINGS A LITTLE DIFFERENT!!! Join our new and unique …More

Sydney, Australia

4.7 (274)

Blue Mountains Sunset Tour with Wildlife & Waterfalls from Sydney

JOIN OUR NEW & UNIQUE TOURING EXPERIENCE TO THE BLUE MOUNTAINS - SEE WHY WE DO THINGS A LITTLE DIFFERENT!!! Join our new and unique...

10 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (274)

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$98

Airlie Waterfalls & Rainforest Bushwalk Eco Adventure

Join us for a dual nature tour filled with cascading beauty and lush rainforest landscape. Tours are led by an accredited Eco Nature guide who …More

Airlie Beach, Australia

5.0 (29)

Airlie Waterfalls & Rainforest Bushwalk Eco Adventure

Join us for a dual nature tour filled with cascading beauty and lush rainforest landscape. Tours are led by an accredited Eco Nature guide who...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (29)

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$98

Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay

Ride the River at 80 kilometres an hour, experience a 360 spin at full speed. Power stops and drifting make it exciting and adrenaline packed. …More

Mackay, Australia

5.0 (5)

Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay

Ride the River at 80 kilometres an hour, experience a 360 spin at full speed. Power stops and drifting make it exciting and adrenaline packed....

30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (5)

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$98

Philip Island express tour: penguin prd & wallaby spotting

Experience the beauty of the Philip Island and wildlife viewing with our small group family-oriented day tour company where we can relax and enjoy the …More

Melbourne, Australia

5.0 (1)

Philip Island express tour: penguin prd & wallaby spotting

Experience the beauty of the Philip Island and wildlife viewing with our small group family-oriented day tour company where we can relax and enjoy the...

9 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$99

The 3 Bridges Harley Tour - see the main iconic bridges of Sydney on a Harley

We have experienced, NSW Government accredited riders who just love their job. They are knowledgeable and fun. You will feel the breeze on your face …More

Sydney, Australia

5.0 (47)

The 3 Bridges Harley Tour - see the main iconic bridges of Sydney on a Harley

We have experienced, NSW Government accredited riders who just love their job. They are knowledgeable and fun. You will feel the breeze on your face...

1 hour Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (47)

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$100

Koalas, Glow Worms & Kangaroos - Nature & Rainforest Walk

In the late afternoon, walk amongst kangaroos as they graze freely and search for koalas in a wild natural habitat. After dark witness the unique …More

Gold Coast, Australia

5.0 (8)

Koalas, Glow Worms & Kangaroos - Nature & Rainforest Walk

In the late afternoon, walk amongst kangaroos as they graze freely and search for koalas in a wild natural habitat. After dark witness the unique...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (8)

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$100

Mt Buller 1 Day Snow Tour (Direct Transfer To Mt Buller Village From Melbourne)

Direct luxurious coach transfer to Mt Buller Village (no shuttle bus needed)!!! On the mountain enjoy fantastic Apre ski facilities including restaurants, bars, cafes and …More

Melbourne, Australia

4.5 (76)

Mt Buller 1 Day Snow Tour (Direct Transfer To Mt Buller Village From Melbourne)

Direct luxurious coach transfer to Mt Buller Village (no shuttle bus needed)!!! On the mountain enjoy fantastic Apre ski facilities including restaurants, bars, cafes and...

15 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (76)

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$102

Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Trip with Koalas from Melbourne

Start your afternoon the best way possible with a visit to the Phillip Island Koala Conservation Reserve, where elevated boardwalks wind through native bushland giving …More

Melbourne, Australia

4.6 (250)

Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Trip with Koalas from Melbourne

Start your afternoon the best way possible with a visit to the Phillip Island Koala Conservation Reserve, where elevated boardwalks wind through native bushland giving...

10 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (250)

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$102

What better place to learn to surf than on world-famous Bondi Beach? Here you'll find fantastic waves, sunbathing beauties, year-round sun and the coolest beachside …More

Sydney, Australia

4.9 (271)

Surfing Lessons on Sydney's Bondi Beach

What better place to learn to surf than on world-famous Bondi Beach? Here you'll find fantastic waves, sunbathing beauties, year-round sun and the coolest beachside...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (271)

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$102

Cairns Catamaran Harbour and Dinner Cruise

Immerse yourself in the exclusive and unparalleled experience of Cairns’ sole dinner cruise, where you'll be greeted with a welcoming glass of sparkling wine, beer, …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.5 (570)

Cairns Catamaran Harbour and Dinner Cruise

Immerse yourself in the exclusive and unparalleled experience of Cairns’ sole dinner cruise, where you'll be greeted with a welcoming glass of sparkling wine, beer,...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (570)

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$102

The Canyon Flyer guided zipline tour is Australia’s largest, highest and fastest guided zipline tour and one the most exciting adventure on the Gold Coast. …More

Gold Coast, Australia

4.9 (108)

Gold Coast Canyon Flyer Zipline Tour

The Canyon Flyer guided zipline tour is Australia’s largest, highest and fastest guided zipline tour and one the most exciting adventure on the Gold Coast....

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (108)

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$102

West MacDonnell Ranges Half day Tour -Small Group

The West MacDonnell Ranges half-day tour is an excellent opportunity to explore the panoramic landscapes of the West MacDonnell Ranges. View spectacular outback scenery and …More

Alice Springs, Australia

4.8 (156)

West MacDonnell Ranges Half day Tour -Small Group

The West MacDonnell Ranges half-day tour is an excellent opportunity to explore the panoramic landscapes of the West MacDonnell Ranges. View spectacular outback scenery and...

4 hours 20 minutes Hotel pickup offered

4.8 (156)

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$102

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for Australia Outdoor Activities?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Australia Outdoor Activities Tours?

Which Australia Outdoor Activities have Instant Confirmation?

Which Australia Outdoor Activities have Free Cancellation?

Australia Outdoor Activities with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which Australia Outdoor Activities have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more Australia trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Australia?