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: ‘Have a Go’ Clay Target Shooting - Victoria (Werribee) Mooloolaba Whale Watching – Small Group Tour Brisbane: Daytime Scenic Rim Glow Worm Tour + Hop on Hop off Bus Aboriginal Homelands Experience Mt Conner 4WD Small Group Tour from Ayers Rock Resort inc Dinner

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 →

Tully River Full-Day Rafting: Cairns, Mission Beach or Self-Drive

Brace yourself for one of the most intense and exhilarating experiences in Tropical North Queensland— white-water rafting on the mighty Tully River. This full-day adventure …More

Mission Beach, Australia

4.9 (691)

Tully River Full-Day Rafting: Cairns, Mission Beach or Self-Drive

Brace yourself for one of the most intense and exhilarating experiences in Tropical North Queensland— white-water rafting on the mighty Tully River. This full-day adventure...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (691)

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$112

Murray River Day Trip from Adelaide Including Lunch Cruise aboard the Proud Mary

Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and spectacular vistas on this unforgettable day trip. Relax and indulge in a delightful lunch cruise along the picturesque …More

Adelaide, Australia

4.3 (120)

Murray River Day Trip from Adelaide Including Lunch Cruise aboard the Proud Mary

Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and spectacular vistas on this unforgettable day trip. Relax and indulge in a delightful lunch cruise along the picturesque...

8 hours Free Cancellation

4.3 (120)

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$147

Blue Mountains Day Trip from Sydney Including Scenic World

Explore the beautiful Blue Mountains on a day trip from Sydney. Start your day with a visit to Featherdale Wildlife Park where you'll see a …More

Sydney, Australia

4.7 (2,533)

Blue Mountains Day Trip from Sydney Including Scenic World

Explore the beautiful Blue Mountains on a day trip from Sydney. Start your day with a visit to Featherdale Wildlife Park where you'll see a...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (2,533)

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$147

Half-Day Pemberton National Parks Beach and Forest Eco Adventure

Discover Western Australian wildlife, wildflowers and wilderness on this unique and beautiful off-road adventure through Pemberton's National Parks. Small intimate tours with knowledgeable and conscientious …More

5.0 (219)

Half-Day Pemberton National Parks Beach and Forest Eco Adventure

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (219)

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$147

Half-Day Abseiling Adventure in Blue Mountains National Park

A brilliant half day abseiling adventure. The abseiling starts with a beginner friendly 5 metre high cliff. Your instructors are close at hand to encourage …More

Blue Mountains, Australia

4.9 (54)

Half-Day Abseiling Adventure in Blue Mountains National Park

A brilliant half day abseiling adventure. The abseiling starts with a beginner friendly 5 metre high cliff. Your instructors are close at hand to encourage...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (54)

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$147

Magnetic Island 60-Minute Jet Ski Hire – 1 to 8 People

Experience Australia’s largest jet ski hire area in Horseshoe Bay, Magnetic Island! This 60-minute self-drive adventure lets up to 8 riders rotate, giving everyone a …More

Magnetic Island, Australia

4.9 (7)

Magnetic Island 60-Minute Jet Ski Hire – 1 to 8 People

Experience Australia’s largest jet ski hire area in Horseshoe Bay, Magnetic Island! This 60-minute self-drive adventure lets up to 8 riders rotate, giving everyone a...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (7)

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$147

Horse Trail Ride and Wine Tasting at Adelaide Hills Winery

The ultimate winery experience as you saddle up for a beautiful guided trail ride through the vineyards of our picturesque Petaluma site, then be treated …More

Adelaide, Australia

5.0 (3)

Horse Trail Ride and Wine Tasting at Adelaide Hills Winery

The ultimate winery experience as you saddle up for a beautiful guided trail ride through the vineyards of our picturesque Petaluma site, then be treated...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

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$147

Koala & Kangaroos Experience, Waterfalls and Scenic Train Journey

Meet koalas, kangaroos and discover pretty waterfalls as you journey through the bays, beaches and bushland of the Central Coast. Step behind the scenes for …More

Sydney, Australia

5.0 (105)

Koala & Kangaroos Experience, Waterfalls and Scenic Train Journey

Meet koalas, kangaroos and discover pretty waterfalls as you journey through the bays, beaches and bushland of the Central Coast. Step behind the scenes for...

7 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (105)

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$129

Gold Coast Helicopter 10 min Flight and Jet Boat Ride

See the sights of the Gold Coast from the sea and air on this combo helicopter flight and jet boat ride package. Jump aboard a …More

Surfers Paradise, Australia

4.8 (98)

Gold Coast Helicopter 10 min Flight and Jet Boat Ride

See the sights of the Gold Coast from the sea and air on this combo helicopter flight and jet boat ride package. Jump aboard a...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (98)

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$148

PRIVATE Blue Mountains Scenic World Wentworth Falls & Cruise Tour

Embark on an unforgettable private tour of the Blue Mountains, exploring Wentworth Falls, Scenic World, and the region’s breathtaking lookouts—all in the company of an …More

Blue Mountains, Australia

5.0 (59)

PRIVATE Blue Mountains Scenic World Wentworth Falls & Cruise Tour

Embark on an unforgettable private tour of the Blue Mountains, exploring Wentworth Falls, Scenic World, and the region’s breathtaking lookouts—all in the company of an...

9 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (59)

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$147

Blue Mountains Adventure w Scenic World, Zoo, Koala Photo & Ferry

Embark on our Blue Mountains Adventure tour, combining iconic Australian wildlife with breathtaking scenery. Enjoy pickup from selected Sydney CBD hotels in air-conditioned comfort, with …More

Sydney, Australia

4.8 (567)

Blue Mountains Adventure w Scenic World, Zoo, Koala Photo & Ferry

Embark on our Blue Mountains Adventure tour, combining iconic Australian wildlife with breathtaking scenery. Enjoy pickup from selected Sydney CBD hotels in air-conditioned comfort, with...

10 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (567)

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$148

Hunter Gleann Private Tour- Indulgence Wine Tour (Full Day)

We are your exclusive chauffeured private guides to the Hunter Valley. We offer you the option to select the venues from our list or we …More

5.0 (19)

Hunter Gleann Private Tour- Indulgence Wine Tour (Full Day)

We are your exclusive chauffeured private guides to the Hunter Valley. We offer you the option to select the venues from our list or we...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (19)

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$146

Blue Mountains Private Tour including Wildlife Park

Enjoy the very best of the Blue Mountains with the flexibility and personal attention of your own private guide. Get up close to native wildlife …More

Sydney, Australia

4.9 (111)

Blue Mountains Private Tour including Wildlife Park

Enjoy the very best of the Blue Mountains with the flexibility and personal attention of your own private guide. Get up close to native wildlife...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (111)

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$147

Melbourne: Private Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Tours.

Here's an "exclusive Reverse itinerary" for "Great Ocean Road, without the Winndy Roads”. This famous Great Ocean road trip is on everyone’s wish list, Memorable …More

Melbourne, Australia

5.0 (1)

Melbourne: Private Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Tours.

Here's an "exclusive Reverse itinerary" for "Great Ocean Road, without the Winndy Roads”. This famous Great Ocean road trip is on everyone’s wish list, Memorable...

11 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$149

Hobart to Launceston via Wineglass Bay - Active Tour

Travel from Hobart to Launceston in 1 day via Wineglass Bay & Freycinet National Park. An action packed day tour, with sensational scenery, Great Short …More

Hobart, Australia

4.4 (9)

Hobart to Launceston via Wineglass Bay - Active Tour

Travel from Hobart to Launceston in 1 day via Wineglass Bay & Freycinet National Park. An action packed day tour, with sensational scenery, Great Short...

10 hours

4.4 (9)

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$150

5-Star Rated on Cool Shore Excursions & Google – Experience Port Douglas Like Never Before! We make the journey an adventure! Forget crowded buses and …More

Port Douglas, Australia

4.9 (42)

Tropical Trike Tours - Grand Tour

5-Star Rated on Cool Shore Excursions & Google – Experience Port Douglas Like Never Before! We make the journey an adventure! Forget crowded buses and...

150 to 180 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (42)

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$151

Launceston to Hobart via Wineglass Bay - Active Tour

Travel from Launceston to Hobart on this action-packed day tour. Make the most of your travel time, sit back and relax as we take you …More

Launceston, Australia

4.7 (14)

Launceston to Hobart via Wineglass Bay - Active Tour

Travel from Launceston to Hobart on this action-packed day tour. Make the most of your travel time, sit back and relax as we take you...

12 hours

4.7 (14)

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$150

Blue Mountains Wild Kangaroos & Sunset from Sydney - Late Start

Guided by a passionate hiker and photographer who has spent a lifetime in the Blue Mountains, this small-group day tour from Sydney goes where the …More

Blue Mountains, Australia

5.0 (251)

Blue Mountains Wild Kangaroos & Sunset from Sydney - Late Start

Guided by a passionate hiker and photographer who has spent a lifetime in the Blue Mountains, this small-group day tour from Sydney goes where the...

8 to 10 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (251)

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$150

Full-Day Kangaroo Island Experience Departing from Kangaroo Island

On Kangaroo Island and looking for something to do? This full-day guided tour takes in the highlights of this unspoiled natural paradise. Visit Seal Bay …More

Kangaroo Island, Australia

4.5 (59)

Full-Day Kangaroo Island Experience Departing from Kangaroo Island

On Kangaroo Island and looking for something to do? This full-day guided tour takes in the highlights of this unspoiled natural paradise. Visit Seal Bay...

8 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (59)

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$151

Ocean Safari Great Barrier Reef Experience in Cape Tribulation

Enjoy a 4.5-hour experience at the pristine untouched Great Barrier Reef at Cape Tribulation. This half-day eco-tour visits two different snorkel destinations, each with an extraordinary …More

Cape Tribulation, Australia

5.0 (926)

Ocean Safari Great Barrier Reef Experience in Cape Tribulation

Enjoy a 4.5-hour experience at the pristine untouched Great Barrier Reef at Cape Tribulation. This half-day eco-tour visits two different snorkel destinations, each with an extraordinary...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (926)

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$152

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?