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Australia Snorkeling Tours & Trips

558 Australia trips. Tours from 140 tour companies. 447 reviews. 4.8/5 avg rating.

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Sydney, Uluru & Great Barrier Reef
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney, Uluru (Ayers Rock), Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"It's hard to describe how lucky we are to have been able to work with Stephanie in planning our honeymoon to Japan. From the very beginning, Stephanie was friendly, flexible, and an absolute wealth of knowledge. We had several meetings with her leading up to our trip to come up with the perfect itinerary. Throughout this, Stephanie was mindful of our budget, without sacrificing anything. During our trip, Audley was available at all hours to help with anything and everything which was such a relief to know we had that resource available to us. I truly cannot imagine having planned this trip without all of Stephanie's guidance and knowledge- and cannot imagine taking another big trip like this without the help of Audley. Thank you again!"

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Australia & New Zealand Uncovered
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Auckland, Cairns, Christchurch, Queenstown, Sydney, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Wellington

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural

What travelers are saying

"It's hard to describe how lucky we are to have been able to work with Stephanie in planning our honeymoon to Japan. From the very beginning, Stephanie was friendly, flexible, and an absolute wealth of knowledge. We had several meetings with her leading up to our trip to come up with the perfect itinerary. Throughout this, Stephanie was mindful of our budget, without sacrificing anything. During our trip, Audley was available at all hours to help with anything and everything which was such a relief to know we had that resource available to us. I truly cannot imagine having planned this trip without all of Stephanie's guidance and knowledge- and cannot imagine taking another big trip like this without the help of Audley. Thank you again!"

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Family Australia: Sydney, Brisbane & Cairns
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Great Barrier Reef, Sydney

Themes

Family Friendly, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"It's hard to describe how lucky we are to have been able to work with Stephanie in planning our honeymoon to Japan. From the very beginning, Stephanie was friendly, flexible, and an absolute wealth of knowledge. We had several meetings with her leading up to our trip to come up with the perfect itinerary. Throughout this, Stephanie was mindful of our budget, without sacrificing anything. During our trip, Audley was available at all hours to help with anything and everything which was such a relief to know we had that resource available to us. I truly cannot imagine having planned this trip without all of Stephanie's guidance and knowledge- and cannot imagine taking another big trip like this without the help of Audley. Thank you again!"

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Australia Family Adventure (non-driving)
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Blue Mountains, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney

Themes

Family Friendly, High Adventure, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"It's hard to describe how lucky we are to have been able to work with Stephanie in planning our honeymoon to Japan. From the very beginning, Stephanie was friendly, flexible, and an absolute wealth of knowledge. We had several meetings with her leading up to our trip to come up with the perfect itinerary. Throughout this, Stephanie was mindful of our budget, without sacrificing anything. During our trip, Audley was available at all hours to help with anything and everything which was such a relief to know we had that resource available to us. I truly cannot imagine having planned this trip without all of Stephanie's guidance and knowledge- and cannot imagine taking another big trip like this without the help of Audley. Thank you again!"

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Australia Family Adventure
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3.5/5 Great
30 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Blue Mountains, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney, Uluru (Ayers Rock), Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park

Highlights

  • Snorkel and dive in a magical world of rainbow-colored fish, turtles, starfish, and sponges at the Great Barrier Reef.
  • Go spearfishing with members of the Kuku Yalanji people, and learn about their ancient heritage while cooking up the day’s catch.
  • Get up close to kangaroos, emus, and wallabies at a wildlife park, and even have a chance to feed them.
  • In the heart of the outback, venture into sandstone canyons beneath towering red rocks, and enjoy dinner under the desert stars with an astronomer.

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"We booked a National Geographic expedition Holland and Belgium by River. The promotional literature promised a 14-day deposit refund window. The “invoice” was marked “non-refundable” deposit. We completed the National Geographic Traveler Information. About 8 days later we received the “Travel Agreement” to be signed. We both approved and signed the National Geographic documents. A Cruise Line Travel agreement was enclosed but had no signature line. This document contained language which was unacceptable. We submitted the signed NatGeo documents. The following day we canceled the trip due to the unacceptable Cruise Line language. Cancellation was made 12 days after booking and no deposit was returned. We were told on the phone that the refund deadline was triggered by the 14 day window OR signatures on the Travel Agreement which ever came first. This was NEW information. To date, we have received NO refund of our $1000. We cancelled our trip within the advertised 14 day window."

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Australia and New Zealand
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3.8/5 Great
18 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Alice Springs, Auckland, Cairns, Christchurch, Dunedin, Great Barrier Reef, Queenstown, Sydney, Uluru (Ayers Rock)

Highlights

  • Visit charming Dunedin to see historic Larnach Castle.
  • Opportunity to cruise the Great Barrier Reef in tropical Cairns, enjoy a scenic train
  • Explore Auckland
  • Visit the magical Ruakuri Cave for a subterranean tour.
  • Discover Queenstown
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"I went on a Grand Tour of Italy with my husband and we had the trip of our lives. Senior Discovery Tours took care of everything so we just got to enjoy ourselves. Would highly reccomend!"

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Great Barrier Reef Cruises
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Cairns, Cooktown, Great Barrier Reef

Highlights

  • 8-day Great Barrier Reef small ship cruise
  • Visit to historic Cooktown
  • Pelorus Island Beach BBQ

Themes

Birding, Family Friendly, High Adventure, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise, Sailing, Scuba Diving

What travelers are saying

"We particularly wanted to do this trip because of the abundance of wildlife we expected to encounter and selected this ship because they offered the kayaking experience. Overall, the weather was very good. Most people seemed like minded and were there for the adventurous experience. Accommodations Review They upgraded our cabin and we were very pleased with the amount of space and the amenities in the room. We appreciated the twin windows and being able to see humpbacks diving from our cabin. It was kept very clean and it was a treat to have our bed turned down with chocolates on the pillow each night. Meals Review We liked the variety and the quality of the food. There was always something new to try. The dining room staff was very professional and personable. Crew & Guides Review Solon was our Principal Trip Leader. He was incredibly professional and it seemed like he was constantly working to maximize the encounters with wildlife and scenery, taking advantage of all the weather opportunities and going to places that they don't often go. He worked very closely with the captain who was very accommodating and caring about us having a memorable voyage. Aymie and Andrew were our kayak guides. We went out to kayak 10 different times and were able to get to know both of them well. They worked hard to keep us safe and well informed. They made sure that we didn't miss out on any land excursions. We've had quite a few kayak guides over the years that we've paddled and we loved these two. Marla was the marine biologist aboard the ship. She was very enthusiastic and had a passion for marine mammals that was infectious. We loved listening to her presentations and looked forward to hearing her voice on the PA saying that there was another whale sighting. Colin, the geologist aboard the ship, was very knowledgeable and able to make difficult subjects understandable to the passengers. Itinerary Review The trip far, far, far, far, far, far exceeded our expectations. I had one "far" in the sentence when we left South Georgia Island after seeing 250,000 King Penguins at St. Andrews Point and added the second when we saw blue whales on two different days. The third "far" was added when we saw hundreds of whales for 6 hours along the iceberg, A68a. I added another "far" when we kayaked for over an hour with humpbacks all around and another "far" when minke whales were all around the kayaks the next day. The last "far" was added the day we didn't paddle since a leopard seal was all around the kayaks and then an orca came close. We had so many incredible experiences that we could never experience all of them in the same trip again. The guides told us that the close encounters that we had didn't happen very often and that we were very lucky that they all happened on our trip. The only thing that we didn't like was portions of the Drake Passage when it was a tad rough, but that experience gives us something to talk about. Transportation Review We made our transportation arrangements through another travel agency. Traveler Advice Make sure that you take sea sickness meds. Take advantage of every opportunity to see wildlife."

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San Francisco to Hong Kong
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4.2/5 Great
10 reviews
Large Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Auckland, Brisbane, Hong Kong, Kochi, Osaka, San Francisco, Sydney, Taipei

Highlights

  • Visit the Museum of Modern Art or head for the celebrated vineyards of the Napa and Sonoma Valleys.
  • Experience Honolulu from a totally different angle on this thrilling helicopter ride.
  • Explore the sea whilst whale watching aboard the high-tech, twin hulled 140 foot Navatek.
  • Experience the thrill of swimming with sharks and schools of colourful tropical fish followed by a picnic on the beach.
  • Experience the underwater wonders of Bora Bora's picturesque Lagoon by underwater scooter.
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Themes

Around the World, Cultural, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"Clean and elegantly decorated ship, not gaudy like another cruise ship I have been on. I got a beautiful room with a balcony. The choice of foods was wonderful. I really enjoyed the shows and the music and the sightseeing."

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Kelly

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Had the best time

Absolutely loved my intrepid trip from Sydney to Brisbane. The tour leader was amazing and everyone had the best time. Byron bay was great as was Dorrigo National pa...

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James

Jan 2019

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Give a good idea of what to expect.

I think my comments and the itinerary provided will already give a good idea of what to expect. just be warned that not all food is included and that the food throug...

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James

Jan 2019

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Will already give a good idea of what to expect

Its a fast paced east coast trip from Sydney to Brisbane. It covers a lot of ground and visits a lot of places. Its an action packed trip so be ready to keep going e...

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James

Jan 2019

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Will already give a good idea of what to expect

Its a fast paced east coast trip from Sydney to Brisbane. It covers a lot of ground and visits a lot of places. Its an action packed trip so be ready to keep going e...

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Kata Tjuta Uluru and Kings Canyon Budget

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Australia Tour Selection Trips

  • Even though many tours combine visits to Australia with New Zealand, consider making two separate trips since each is so rich in activities by itself.
  • Similarly, if your tour covers“only” the east coast of Australia, you’ll have more time to get to know that area better.
  • With the great distances traveled just to arrive Down Under, allow at least 10 days to two weeks for a tour – which won’t seem nearly enough.
  • If you’re flying across the Pacific to Australia for your tour, check into stopovers in Hawaii, Fiji or Tahiti – it will break up the long flight, sometimes at no extra charge.
  • Remember that the seasons are reversed in the Southern Hemisphere, so if you’d like warm weather, head down in the North American winter.

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Different Types of Guided tours to Australia

As Australia is the sixth-largest country in the world, it’s safe to say there are a wide variety of guided tours you can take to see the country. You’ll be able to find around a dozen different themed tours of The Land Down Under, but below are four of the most popular. 

Overland: Most people wouldn’t be surprised to do an overland tour of a country. In Australia where the center of the country is the vastly uninhabited Outback, overland tour means something a little different. Overland tours of Australia take you deep into the Outback where you can go on exploratory safaris, discover old mining towns, and see the real remoteness of this part of the country. 

Cities: Australia’s main cities are mostly located on the coasts and each has its own flavor. Sydney is the thriving hub of the country, Melbourne is the artsy and hip city, Perth is the isolated city in the west, and Brisbane is the beach capital of the country.

Winetasting: Did you know Australia has some of the best wine in the world? They truly do. In the last decade, winetasting tours of Australia have grown in popularity taking you all over the country from the Margaret River to Barossa Valley where you can enjoy the wine of Australia while also taking in the breathtaking sights of the country.

Outdoor Adventures: One of the top tours of Australia are outdoor adventures. Australia has such a varying landscape that you can go surfing in one city, cave hiking in another, and spend the night underneath the stars on a safari in the next. Australia embraces the adventurous spirit with the countless outdoor activities and laidback nature of the people. 

Best Time to Visit

As with South America and parts of Africa, Australia’s weather is the reverse of countries such as the U.S., Canada, and England. Winter in the Northern Hemisphere is summer in Australia. This would normally mean going in December or February would be perfect, but even in Australia, the weather varies. 

The Gold Coast has consistent warm weather throughout the year. The Australian state of South Australia is at its prime during July and August when you can go whale watching. The Northern Territory during the summer is extremely hot and is better during the shoulder seasons. Late autumn is the best time to visit Australia’s wine region as there are often harvest festivals in May and April. 

The best time of year honestly depends on what type of tour you are on and what you want to see. If you are looking to see many different cities and regions of Australia, February and March may be a good option to avoid the warm north, the chilly winter, and the school kids that are off on holiday. 

Packing Suggestions

Like the best time to visit, what to pack for Australia depends on the where and what. If you are staying on the Gold Coast or in Sydney, packing plenty of swimsuits, sunscreen, shorts, and dresses is a good idea. Make sure to also include a couple of nice pieces of clothing if you are going out for a night on the town. 

For those braving an Australia winter, you may be surprised to find that it gets cooler than you think. On average, Australian winters bottom out at 50 degrees with some areas receiving strong winds. Make sure to include rain jackets, hats, and layers. For those going on adventure tours during the winter, make sure to include thermals and scarves as some areas may be very chilly. 

For medication, anything to help with jetlag may be key. Flights to Australia from the Western Hemisphere are no joke and can reak havoc on your body. Packing things such as Melatonin pills may help if you know you don’t do well with long flights. Something else to consider is motion-sickness pills. Overland tours through the Outback are rough and can be uncomfortable so it’s important to prevent any unwanted queasiness during your travels. 

Combining Australia with New Zealand

A common practice for travelers is to combine Australia with the nearby country of New Zealand. As flying to this part of the world from the Western Hemisphere or Europe can be expensive and exhausting, including both in a tour is a great way to see as much as you can. 

Since there is so much to see in both Australia and New Zealand, common tour lengths of this region are around 20 days. Anything less than 16-20 days and you may feel rushed and have traveled so far for such a short amount of time. 

Most tour operators split the tour time down the middle. New Zealand may be much smaller than Australia, but the country is full of unbelievable landscapes and outdoor activities that demand a longer stay. 

Often these tours may be themed or visit the main spots of each of the countries since there is only so much time and there is so much to see. Visitors should expect full itineraries and breathtaking views. 

Some of the travel days may be long, especially if you are flying across Australia. Also, since you will be visiting two countries, not every destination will be included. A tour may primarily focus on one region of Australia and New Zealand, instead of taking you through every region of both countries. 

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