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Some of the most amazing things to do in Australia are absolutely free of cost like visiting the Great Ocean Road, Whitsundays, Tasmania’s Overland Track, and more! A lot of the costs are eliminated when you don’t have to pay to have fun.
There are also a lot of adventurous activities here like sandboarding, hiking, and many more amazing things to do in Australia. There is no one holding you back from trying some of these amazing activities while on your trip to Australia.
When you are older, you might have the restrictions of kids and your partner, not to mention, the additional costs that come with it, but for now, it’s all you, so you can get the most out of this trip.
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The best time to visit Australia is between the months of September and October. During these months, it’s still warm enough to hit the beaches, but cool enough to visit some tropical locations like Uluru. The peak seasons are between June and August, which are the winter months. Depending on where you want to go and what you want to do, you can choose a good time.
Whitehaven Beach is undoubtedly the most beautiful beach in Australia and amongst the most popular beaches here known for its soft white silica sand. The water at Whitehaven Beach is crystal clear and appears turquoise in colour.
1. Great Barrier Reef – Diving and Snorkeling
The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef system with 2900 individual reefs and 900 islands. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1981 and is located off the coast of the Queensland mainland. There are a lot of spots here for diving and snorkeling, some of which I will maintain separately as well.
Cairns Reef, also known as the Outer Barrier Reef locally, is the perfect location for diving, especially if you are a total beginner. Some spots here for diving are Moore Reef, Green Island, Michaelmas Cay, and Hastings Reef. You will be able to see a variety of species of fish, sea turtles, and humpback whales. Situated on the northern coast of Queensland, The Ribbon Reefs is another great location for divers to try some of the most amazing things to do in Australia.
The reefs here are numbered from 1 to 10. The most famous dive sites in the world are located in the 10th Ribbon Reef. Tropical fish, Cod Hole features massive potato cod and Maori wrasse fish are among some of the species that you will get to see here. The most popular trips for this location usually last between 3 and 7 days. The closest mainland to the Great Barrier Reef is Cairns, which is another amazing place to explore.
Cairns Botanic Gardens and the Atherton Tablelands are must-visits. Besides that, tourists also spend time in the lagoon close by. You will be able to explore a lot of good spots for picnics here in Cairns. Sailing north of Cairns is another adventure you must experience. The best time for cruising here is between June and November.
2. Uluru
There are six established walks in Uluru with wheelchairs available. Along Uluru’s base lies the Mala walk, where you will be able to witness the beauty of the nature and culture of the area including woodlands and waterholes. A full base walk is about 10.6 kms long.
Just before dusk and dawn, the Field of Light Art installation lights up on the beach. In the local language of Pitjantjatjara, it’s called Tili Wiru Tjuta Nyakutjaku, which means ‘looking at lots of beautiful lights.
The King’s Canyon is a 150 metres tall sandstone located in Watarrka National Park. The climb up to the domes is 500 steps. It is usually a 3.5 to-4 hour walk. Make sure to put this on your to-do list for early morning so you can witness the sunrise along your walk.
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3. Port Lincoln
The Jussieu Peninsula in the southern area of Boston Bay is located in the Lincoln National Park. There are beautiful bays to view here and a collection of islands visible in the gulf. The shallow area on the inner sides is popularly used for kayaking and snorkeling from spots like the Donington beach.
Memory Cove is a secluded beach where a total of only 15 vehicles are allowed per day. Some kangaroos and wallabies have this place as their habitat. People come here to birdwatch as well according to seasons as some of them migrate with seasons. In the Eyre Peninsula, there is a facility for you to view the Great White Sharks. They will come hauntingly close to you, but the tours are created with safety in mind.
Later, there is a provision for you to take pictures from a safe location as well. Glen Forest Tourist Park and Vineyard in Port Lincoln has an animal park with koalas, kangaroos, ostriches, sheep, dingoes, and a variety of bird species. Koalas are fed at 1 pm, and at that time they usually come out. There are baby koalas here as well and you are allowed to play with them.
4. Whitehaven beach
Whitehaven beach is amongst the most popular beaches in Australia and is known for its soft white silica sand. The water is crystal clear and turquoise in colour. The temperature here is also warm and perfect for swimming around. In case you get tired or want to try something new, some tours provide paddle boats or kayaks.
There are tours including quite a few watersports (among other things to do) as well which you can choose from. At the northern side of the beach lies the Hill Inlet, which is famous for its marine life. In the shallow lagoon, you will be able to spot baby stingrays and lemon sharks swimming through the clear waters.
If you are looking to get away from the crowd, Betty’s beach is an amazing location for that as it is not usually crowded. In fact, at times, it is possible for you to be all by yourself there. Keep an eye out for sea turtles, dolphins, and a lot of other creatures that you might be able to spot if you are lucky enough!
5. Freycinet National Park
Located on the east coast of Tasmania, the Freycinet National Park is known for Wineglass Bay because of its crystal-clear waters and its curve-shaped white beaches. Wineglass Bay is actually completely secluded and is a 3-hour trip by boat or hike.
Hiking, an amazing thing to-do, is a top activity in this part of Australia because of the peaceful location free of crowds and the natural beauty surrounding it with clear waters and woodlands. Hiking here is easy, even if you are a beginner and you might enjoy this unique experience on your “While-You’re-Young” Australia trip.
Cape Tourville is the recommended next stop from here and is just a 15-20 minute walk around the lighthouse. The view from above is just miraculous. After you are done here, Sleepy Bay is the perfect stop for a view of the gorgeous turquoise waters and orange rocks.
