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: Nature & Wildlife: Australia's Hidden Side, Private Tour Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary General Entry Ticket Melbourne Sunset Kayaking Experience with Dinner Behana Adventure Tour Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour

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 kunanyi/Mt Wellington Ultimate Experience Tour from Hobart Ginger Factory and Nutworks Return Bus Transfer: Sunshine Coast Lake Moondarra Sunset Tour (3 hrs approx) Breakfast Bushwalk & Clifftop BBQ Tour View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more Australia trip ideas?

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 →

2.5 hour Snorkel / Turtle Tour on the Ningaloo Reef, Exmouth

**cruise ship passengers - 11am tour is the only tour that works with the ships timing **** Cape Immersion Tours provides fantastic low key snorkeling …More

Exmouth, Australia

4.9 (196)

2.5 hour Snorkel / Turtle Tour on the Ningaloo Reef, Exmouth

**cruise ship passengers - 11am tour is the only tour that works with the ships timing **** Cape Immersion Tours provides fantastic low key snorkeling...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (196)

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$102

Margaret River Wine and Sights Discovery Tour from Busselton or Dunsborough

One of the best ways to experience the Southwest - this tour ticks all the boxes – visit amazing scenic locations, iconic sites and experience …More

Busselton, Australia

4.9 (158)

Margaret River Wine and Sights Discovery Tour from Busselton or Dunsborough

One of the best ways to experience the Southwest - this tour ticks all the boxes – visit amazing scenic locations, iconic sites and experience...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (158)

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$102

Why Choose Us? Small Groups, Big Adventure: We run our tours in small groups of just 4-8 passengers, allowing for a more intimate and personalised …More

Kangaroo Island, Australia

4.9 (85)

Small Group Kangaroo Island Night Tour

Why Choose Us? Small Groups, Big Adventure: We run our tours in small groups of just 4-8 passengers, allowing for a more intimate and personalised...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (85)

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$102

Gold Coast & Surfers Paradise - Parasail & V8 Jetboat Combo

• Enjoy the thrills of parasailing for you and a friend or partner in this tandem experience • Soar in the sky 400ft high above …More

Gold Coast, Australia

5.0 (75)

Gold Coast & Surfers Paradise - Parasail & V8 Jetboat Combo

• Enjoy the thrills of parasailing for you and a friend or partner in this tandem experience • Soar in the sky 400ft high above...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (75)

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$102

"Highlight of our trip to Byron"... "A lot easier than I expected!" ... "Amazing experience!" Come experience Byron's original stand up paddle board tour with our relaxing …More

Byron Bay, Australia

5.0 (390)

Byron Stand Up Paddle Nature Tour

"Highlight of our trip to Byron"... "A lot easier than I expected!" ... "Amazing experience!" Come experience Byron's original stand up paddle board tour with our relaxing...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (390)

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$103

Small-Group Buggy Tour at Little Sahara with Guide

As seen on Adelady and SA Weekender, this 2-hour buggy adventure takes you to wild places totally inaccessible to anyone else. After admiring koalas in …More

Kangaroo Island, Australia

5.0 (249)

Small-Group Buggy Tour at Little Sahara with Guide

As seen on Adelady and SA Weekender, this 2-hour buggy adventure takes you to wild places totally inaccessible to anyone else. After admiring koalas in...

1 hour 50 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (249)

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$103

Phillip Island Full-Day Tour from Melbourne with Penguin Parade

Phillip Island is a treasure trove of Australian wildlife; seals, koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, birdlife and penguins! Visit Maru Koala and Animal Park, where you can …More

Melbourne, Australia

4.5 (6)

Phillip Island Full-Day Tour from Melbourne with Penguin Parade

Phillip Island is a treasure trove of Australian wildlife; seals, koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, birdlife and penguins! Visit Maru Koala and Animal Park, where you can...

10 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (6)

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$103

Time and time again the Best of Wildlife tour impresses those who choose to take part. A half day, afternoon tour, we travel at the …More

Canberra, Australia

4.8 (39)

Kangaroos and Koala Experience Tour

Time and time again the Best of Wildlife tour impresses those who choose to take part. A half day, afternoon tour, we travel at the...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (39)

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$105

Victor Harbor and Southern Highlights from Adelaide

From the vines to the sea, travel through the picturesque Adelaide Hills and the stunning Fleurieu Peninsula. Pass through the historical port town Goolwa and …More

Adelaide, Australia

4.3 (46)

Victor Harbor and Southern Highlights from Adelaide

From the vines to the sea, travel through the picturesque Adelaide Hills and the stunning Fleurieu Peninsula. Pass through the historical port town Goolwa and...

8 hours Free Cancellation

4.3 (46)

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$104

Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Laser Clay Shooting with Mast Climb

Laser Clay Shooting is an original and interactive activity that can be enjoyed by everyone in totally safety without harming the environment. Get a group …More

Sydney, Australia

5.0 (1)

Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Laser Clay Shooting with Mast Climb

Laser Clay Shooting is an original and interactive activity that can be enjoyed by everyone in totally safety without harming the environment. Get a group...

2 hours 30 minutes

5.0 (1)

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$104

North Stradbroke Island WILDLIFE Adventure Tour from Brisbane

There are lots of things to see and to do in one day: Freshwater lakes, coastal walks, paradisiac beaches, rich marine life, and wildlife, culture, …More

Brisbane, Australia

4.9 (538)

North Stradbroke Island WILDLIFE Adventure Tour from Brisbane

There are lots of things to see and to do in one day: Freshwater lakes, coastal walks, paradisiac beaches, rich marine life, and wildlife, culture,...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (538)

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$105

Rainbow Beach: Dolphin & Wildlife Ocean Kayak & Beach 4WD Tour

Experience a 4x4 Drive by Local guides along the famous Coloured sands of Rainbow Beach to Double Island Point. This undiscovered part of East Coast …More

Rainbow Beach, Australia

4.8 (69)

Rainbow Beach: Dolphin & Wildlife Ocean Kayak & Beach 4WD Tour

Experience a 4x4 Drive by Local guides along the famous Coloured sands of Rainbow Beach to Double Island Point. This undiscovered part of East Coast...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (69)

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$105

Batemans Bay Sunset Pizza Kayak Tour - Float and Feast

You've had home delivered pizza, but have you ever had pizza delivered to your KAYAK? This popular tour combines two fun, family activities: kayaking and …More

Batemans Bay, Australia

5.0 (21)

Batemans Bay Sunset Pizza Kayak Tour - Float and Feast

You've had home delivered pizza, but have you ever had pizza delivered to your KAYAK? This popular tour combines two fun, family activities: kayaking and...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (21)

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$105

Ziplining Cape Tribulation with Treetops Adventures

Zipline through the oldest rainforest on Earth with Treetops Adventures. You'll explore the rainforest canopy by ziplining up to 15m above the ground. The guided …More

Cape Tribulation, Australia

4.8 (33)

Ziplining Cape Tribulation with Treetops Adventures

Zipline through the oldest rainforest on Earth with Treetops Adventures. You'll explore the rainforest canopy by ziplining up to 15m above the ground. The guided...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (33)

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$105

Army Truck Adventures - 3 Hour Guided Tour

Explore the World Heritage Blue Mountains like never before. Our open air Ex - Australian Army Land Rover provides a unique opportunity for you to …More

Blue Mountains, Australia

4.9 (55)

Army Truck Adventures - 3 Hour Guided Tour

Explore the World Heritage Blue Mountains like never before. Our open air Ex - Australian Army Land Rover provides a unique opportunity for you to...

180 to 200 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (55)

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$105

Rock Climb and Abseil - Morialta National Park

Immerse yourself in nature – Set in the beautiful Morialta Conservation Park only 30 minutes from the CBD you will feel miles away from suburban …More

Adelaide, Australia

5.0 (2)

Rock Climb and Abseil - Morialta National Park

Immerse yourself in nature – Set in the beautiful Morialta Conservation Park only 30 minutes from the CBD you will feel miles away from suburban...

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$105

Full-Day Phillip Island Tour with Kangaroo, Koala and Penguin Parade

Every night at sunset, the truly incredible spectacle of the Penguin Parade occurs on the beaches of Phillip Island. The local colony of little penguins …More

Melbourne, Australia

4.5 (819)

Full-Day Phillip Island Tour with Kangaroo, Koala and Penguin Parade

Every night at sunset, the truly incredible spectacle of the Penguin Parade occurs on the beaches of Phillip Island. The local colony of little penguins...

11 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (819)

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$105

Half Day Abseiling Adventure in Adelaide

Adrenaline Rush: Feel your heart race as you lean back over the edge and descend the cliff, enjoying the ultimate test of trust, balance, and …More

Adelaide, Australia

5.0 (14)

Half Day Abseiling Adventure in Adelaide

Adrenaline Rush: Feel your heart race as you lean back over the edge and descend the cliff, enjoying the ultimate test of trust, balance, and...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (14)

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$105

No licence or experience needed! Sydney Jet Ski Safaris is the only Jet Ski Tour Business in Sydney and the only place in the entirety …More

Sydney, Australia

5.0 (1)

30 Minutes Jet Ski Safari

No licence or experience needed! Sydney Jet Ski Safaris is the only Jet Ski Tour Business in Sydney and the only place in the entirety...

1 hour Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$105

Half Day Tour to Daintree Rainforest and Mossman Gorge

Embark on an exclusive small-group adventure through the breathtaking Southern Daintree Rainforest, guided by experienced experts. This unforgettable experience includes: Morning tea and a light …More

Port Douglas, Australia

4.7 (22)

Half Day Tour to Daintree Rainforest and Mossman Gorge

Embark on an exclusive small-group adventure through the breathtaking Southern Daintree Rainforest, guided by experienced experts. This unforgettable experience includes: Morning tea and a light...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (22)

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$105

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?