Hiking · AUSTRALIA
The 12 best australia hiking tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it takes on foot and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason, so start there.
Walk Uluru’s full base at sunrise with a small group, expert guide, breakfast, Aboriginal stories, rock art, and Mutitjulu Waterhole.
“Andy was a fantastic guide! Very friendly and outgoing, he made sure everyone feels welcome.”
Hike the Blue Mountains after dark to a waterfall cave glowing with thousands of glowworms, with wildlife spotting, guides, and hotel pickup.
“What a stunning experience! The glowworms were absolutely breath-taking so this experience just can’t be missed. Come prepared for a hike, sleep in the van, and you are in for a wonderful experience that will live on in your memories!”
Review of the Grampians wildlife day trip from Melbourne, with kangaroos, lookouts, waterfalls, Aboriginal culture, hiking, and practical tips.
“Very good tour but please note that it's not quite a hiking excursion.”
Review of Wild Tasmania’s 4-day small-group tour from Hobart, covering Cradle Mountain, Wineglass Bay, wildlife, hikes, and boutique stays.
“The amazing hikes on a variety of trails throughout Tasmania. A fantastic tour guide in Trent. A most if you visit Tasmania.”
Review of Sydney’s Port Stephens day trip, with sandboarding, 4WD dunes, dolphin cruise or Mount Tomaree hike, and practical planning tips.
“It was an amazing day! Absolutely loved the sandboarding and the hike was beautiful with incredible views! The guides Maikel and Stefan were fantastic and they really made an effort to make it an unforgettable experience!”
Review of Hobart’s Bruny Island day trip, with the Bruny Arch hike, Truganini Lookout, local cheese, oysters, honey, and practical tips.
“The morning was great, splendid walk and good info. Lunch location not great and time allowed a cheese factory & oyster stop not sufficient to allow relaxed tasting or enjoyment. Guide appeared to be in a rush to get the ferry & we arrived back in Hobart over an hour ahead of 5pm finish advertised.”
Hike Finch Hatton Gorge, swim beneath a waterfall, enjoy pub lunch, and search for platypus in Eungella National Park from Mackay.
“We hebben niets kunnen doen door het slechte weer, de wandeling is niet doorgegaan, de weg naar de wandeling was ondergelopen (80 cm water), we hebben ook niet kunnen zwemmen.”
Review of Trek Ningaloo’s Cape Range trek from Exmouth, with hikes, reef views, bush lunch, swimming, price, fitness tips, and booking advice.
“Ian was a phemononal tour guide. So knowledgeable about the area and you could tell he was doing this not because he took on a job as a tour guide but because he really loves doing it. He was really interested in the people on his tour anRead more”
Review of a Blue Mountains small-group tour from Sydney with wildlife, scenic lookouts, picnic lunch, hike, and Botanic Garden visit.
“We truly enjoyed seeing the animals up close while still respecting their privacy and space. Our guide was very attentive and considerate. When we mentioned that we didn’t want to do the two-hour hike, he offered alternative options to accommodate us.”
Review of Bruny Island’s 10-hour tour from Hobart, with coastal hiking, The Neck lookout, local cheese, oysters, honey, and practical tips.
“Had an amazing day! Totally recommend this tour. The hike to the beach was great. Excellent views of the ocean. Loved the small group size. Nick (tour guide) was very friendly and knowledgeable about Tasmania.”
Review of Kata Tjuta’s Valley of the Winds hike, with practical advice on fitness, guides, transport, price, scenery, and what to bring.
“Guide needed ensure more stops so we could enjoy the scene”
Review of the Dunk Island day trip from Cairns, with rainforest walks, Mission Beach, meals, ferry details, price, and practical booking advice.
“Great day out and amazing snorkelling. Crew where very attentive and helpful.”
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