Top Australia Outdoor Activities

Q: Which Australia Outdoor Activities have Instant Confirmation?

Australia Outdoor Activities with Instant Confirmation include: Blue Mountain Small Group Tour All Inclusive K'gari (Fraser Island) All Inclusive Day Tour Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran Solar Whisper Daintree River Crocodile and Wildlife Cruise 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: Blue Mountain Small Group Tour All Inclusive Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour Barron River Rafting: Cairns, Port Douglas or Self-Drive Pinnacles Desert Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Tour Brisbane Whale Watching Cruise from Redcliffe or Brisbane City 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 →

Gold Coast: 50-Minute Jet Boat Ride from Surfers Paradise

Zoom around the waters of the Gold Coast Broadwater on a thrilling jet boat ride. As you race through the scenic waterway, your captain points …More

Surfers Paradise, Australia

5.0 (219)

Gold Coast: 50-Minute Jet Boat Ride from Surfers Paradise

Zoom around the waters of the Gold Coast Broadwater on a thrilling jet boat ride. As you race through the scenic waterway, your captain points...

50 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (219)

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$55

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

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$147

Brisbane's closest Hot Air Balloon Flights - City & Country views - 1 hr flight!

Watch the sunrise as you glide over the Greater Brisbane region including heritage city of Ipswich, Scenic Rim & Somerset countryside, on a 1-hour scenic …More

Ipswich, Australia

5.0 (218)

Brisbane's closest Hot Air Balloon Flights - City & Country views - 1 hr flight!

Watch the sunrise as you glide over the Greater Brisbane region including heritage city of Ipswich, Scenic Rim & Somerset countryside, on a 1-hour scenic...

4 hours

5.0 (218)

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$346

Phillip Island Small-Group Penguins & Wine Tour from Melbourne

The perfect Phillip Island tour for those wanting more than just the Penguin Parade, as we also indulge in local food and wine, spot native …More

Melbourne, Australia

4.9 (215)

Phillip Island Small-Group Penguins & Wine Tour from Melbourne

The perfect Phillip Island tour for those wanting more than just the Penguin Parade, as we also indulge in local food and wine, spot native...

12 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (215)

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$171

Experience this 2-hour adventure along the roof of the Adelaide Oval in the heart of the city. With your guide, navigate from the Western Stand across …More

Adelaide, Australia

4.9 (213)

RoofClimb Adelaide Oval Experience

Experience this 2-hour adventure along the roof of the Adelaide Oval in the heart of the city. With your guide, navigate from the Western Stand across...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (213)

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$87

Blue Mountains PRIVATE Day Tour with Wildlife Park (Min.3 )

A tour for only your family or friends in our comfy and airconditioned new SUV with our fully professional guide ( min. 3 people) to …More

Blue Mountains, Australia

4.9 (212)

Blue Mountains PRIVATE Day Tour with Wildlife Park (Min.3 )

A tour for only your family or friends in our comfy and airconditioned new SUV with our fully professional guide ( min. 3 people) to...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (212)

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$343

Lake Mountain Snow Trip including Yarra Valley Chocolaterie from Melbourne

Experience an action packed day on this day trip to Lake Mountain Alpine Resort and the iconic Yarra Valley departing from Melbourne. Toboggan, winter snow …More

Melbourne, Australia

4.9 (211)

Lake Mountain Snow Trip including Yarra Valley Chocolaterie from Melbourne

Experience an action packed day on this day trip to Lake Mountain Alpine Resort and the iconic Yarra Valley departing from Melbourne. Toboggan, winter snow...

10 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (211)

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$128

Do you want to see the BEST of ULURU and RIDE a SEGWAY? Then join us for an incredible Uluru Experience that you won't forget. …More

Uluru, Australia

4.9 (210)

Best of Uluru & Segway

Do you want to see the BEST of ULURU and RIDE a SEGWAY? Then join us for an incredible Uluru Experience that you won't forget....

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (210)

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$122

ETHICAL ADVENTURES - 1 Day premium Litchfield tour, small group

Think of a day tour that actually lives in your memories for all the right reasons. The food is amazing, the places visited are perfect …More

Darwin, Australia

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ETHICAL ADVENTURES - 1 Day premium Litchfield tour, small group

Think of a day tour that actually lives in your memories for all the right reasons. The food is amazing, the places visited are perfect...

9 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (209)

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$199

Fraser Island & Dolphin Sailing Adventure

Enjoy this half-day dolphin watching tour from Hervey Bay allowing guests to see, experience and learn about the variety of wild dolphins that exist in …More

Hervey Bay, Australia

4.9 (207)

Fraser Island & Dolphin Sailing Adventure

Enjoy this half-day dolphin watching tour from Hervey Bay allowing guests to see, experience and learn about the variety of wild dolphins that exist in...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (207)

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$84

Litchfield National Park Tour with Wetlands or Crocodile Cruise

Journey with us to the Litchfield National Park, home to some of Australia’s most spectacular and stunning waterfalls. Enjoy breathtaking views, iconic magnetic termite mounds …More

Darwin, Australia

4.8 (199)

Litchfield National Park Tour with Wetlands or Crocodile Cruise

Journey with us to the Litchfield National Park, home to some of Australia’s most spectacular and stunning waterfalls. Enjoy breathtaking views, iconic magnetic termite mounds...

10 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (199)

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$129

3- Hour Wine and Harvest the Hunter Horse Tour in Pokolbin

Our Harvest the Hunter Horse and Carriage Wine Tour offered by Hunter Valley Horses is a unique way to experience the Hunter Valley with its …More

Hunter Valley, Australia

4.9 (198)

3- Hour Wine and Harvest the Hunter Horse Tour in Pokolbin

Our Harvest the Hunter Horse and Carriage Wine Tour offered by Hunter Valley Horses is a unique way to experience the Hunter Valley with its...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (198)

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$111

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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$101

Melbourne Sunset Kayaking Experience with Dinner

Experience stunning views of Melbourne's skyline on this 3 hour kayak paddle along the Yarra River at sunset, led by an experienced, friendly guide. Explore …More

Melbourne, Australia

4.9 (195)

Melbourne Sunset Kayaking Experience with Dinner

Experience stunning views of Melbourne's skyline on this 3 hour kayak paddle along the Yarra River at sunset, led by an experienced, friendly guide. Explore...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (195)

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$84

Our 8 Day Tasmania in Circle tour is our most popular offering. Designed to fit neatly into a calendar week this tour is a fantastic …More

Hobart, Australia

4.9 (195)

Tasmania 8 Day - Tour in Circle

Our 8 Day Tasmania in Circle tour is our most popular offering. Designed to fit neatly into a calendar week this tour is a fantastic...

8 days

4.9 (195)

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$2,769

Small-Group Grampians Great Wildlife Escape Day Trip with Hiking

Spend a full day visiting the heritage-listed Grampians National Park, famous for its natural beauty and Aboriginal rock art. Get spectacular views from Boroka Lookout, …More

Grampians, Australia

4.9 (190)

Small-Group Grampians Great Wildlife Escape Day Trip with Hiking

Spend a full day visiting the heritage-listed Grampians National Park, famous for its natural beauty and Aboriginal rock art. Get spectacular views from Boroka Lookout,...

12 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (190)

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$119

2.5 hr Jet Ski Safaris tour - Ultimate Adventure + island stop

A unique and exciting adventure activity on the Gold Coast! 80 Kilometer Jet Ski Safari, 2.5 Hours (total duration 3.5 hour including and safety induction) …More

Gold Coast, Australia

5.0 (189)

2.5 hr Jet Ski Safaris tour - Ultimate Adventure + island stop

A unique and exciting adventure activity on the Gold Coast! 80 Kilometer Jet Ski Safari, 2.5 Hours (total duration 3.5 hour including and safety induction)...

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (189)

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$284

Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon Camping Safari from Alice Springs

Discover the heart of Australia’s Red Centre on a 3-day guided adventure through Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon. Walk ancient landscapes, learn about Aboriginal …More

Alice Springs, Australia

4.8 (187)

Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon Camping Safari from Alice Springs

Discover the heart of Australia’s Red Centre on a 3-day guided adventure through Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon. Walk ancient landscapes, learn about Aboriginal...

3 days Hotel pickup offered

4.8 (187)

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$696

Horizontal Falls & Dampier Peninsula Discovery Tour

An all-day adventure, off the beaten track and into traditional lands Experience the powerful tides of the Horizontal Falls via power boat and discover the …More

Broome, Australia

4.8 (185)

Horizontal Falls & Dampier Peninsula Discovery Tour

An all-day adventure, off the beaten track and into traditional lands Experience the powerful tides of the Horizontal Falls via power boat and discover the...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered

4.8 (185)

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$1,173

A true bucket list experience playing tennis* on Melbourne's famous blue courts or attend the AO in January, our very own Happy Slam. Court hire, …More

Melbourne, Australia

4.9 (184)

Melbourne Park Tennis Experience

A true bucket list experience playing tennis* on Melbourne's famous blue courts or attend the AO in January, our very own Happy Slam. Court hire,...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (184)

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$63

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?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Australia Outdoor Activities are:

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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?