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Soar over the Horries in a seaplane<\/h2>\n
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Feel the roar of the engines and watch propellers spin into a blur on a seaplane tour bound for Kimberley\u2019s untouched wilderness. Witness a true natural wonder as you fly above Horizontal Falls, aka the \u201cHorries\u201d. What makes this waterfall so special is that it flows laterally instead of vertically, giving the appearance that it\u2019s engulfing the bay\u2019s surface. Take a seat on one of Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures\u2019 first-class turboprops, you\u2019ll see the magic for yourself\u2014while also taking in awe-inspiring views of the archipelago.<\/p>\n
Swirl and sip your way along Margaret River<\/h2>\n
Western Australia<\/i><\/p>\n
If good wine is your \u201criesling\u201d for living, stop and smell the ros\u00e9 on the Margaret River Wineries Day Tour<\/a>. Begin your day at Cape Lavender Farm, where you\u2019ll linger among more than 90 varieties and feel as though you\u2019ve been whisked away to the lavender fields of Provence. \u00a0You can even sample wines made with this flowering herb. Yes, they really love lavender! Then head underground for a self-guided tour of Mammoth Cave, where 35,000-year-old fossils are visible in limestone walls. On the way back to Perth, you\u2019ll catch a glimpse of Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse and far-reaching Busselton Jetty. That\u2019s what we call a day of sightseeing!<\/p>\n Tasmania<\/i><\/p>\n Carve your way through rapids, gorges, and rainforests on a whitewater rafting adventure along the Franklin River. Located in the wilderness west of Hobart, the Franklin River Rafting tour from Water by Nature Tasmania isn\u2019t for the faint of heart \u2013\u00a0fewer than 500 brave souls take on the challenge each year. Those who do are handsomely rewarded, with a chance to see quolls, platypus, and white-breasted sea eagles. If you\u2019ve still got energy afterwards, head to Hobart for a celebratory meal at Al\u00f8ft, a fine-dining restaurant atop the floating Brooke Street Pier. Western Australia<\/i><\/p>\n Perth may be famous for its sunshine and beaches, but we bet you didn\u2019t know there\u2019s a monastery a few hours outside of town! On the\u00a0Pinnacles Desert & New Norcia Full-Day Tour<\/a>, travel north to the town of New Norcia, known for the Roman Catholic Benedictine monks who chose to remain here for life. Next, cruise along Indian Ocean Drive and meet sociable roos, then check out the beach scene in Cervantes, where you can bite into delicious fish and chips at the family-owned Lobster Shack. Finally, walk amid the out-of-this-world limestone landscape in Pinnacles Desert, which is truly unlike anywhere else on Earth.<\/p>\n Tasmania<\/i><\/p>\n Looking for a trip you and your mates will reminisce about for ages? Look no further than the Freycinet Experience Walk in the remote regions of Tasmania\u2019s eastern shores. Over the course of this guided, four-day trek along the Freycinet Peninsula, you and nine of your besties will leave footprints in white-sand beaches, find your way through white-gum forests, and enjoy the view from the edge of the world at Wineglass Bay Lookout. Each night, you\u2019ll retreat to Friendly Beaches Lodge, and awaken to private beach views \u2013\u00a0it\u2019s the only structure on this side of Freycinet National Park.<\/p>\n South Australia<\/i><\/p>\n Glimpse cuddly koalas and spot sunbathing sea lions on a\u00a0Kangaroo Island Full-Day Tour<\/a>. It all starts with a scenic drive to Cape Jervis, where you\u2019ll board the ferry to the island. Spend some time with slippery new friends at Seal Bay Conservation Park before lunching at Vivonne Bay Bistro. Follow your meal with a self-guided tour past the koalas, kangaroos, and wallabies at Hanson Bay Sanctuary, then stand in awe of the enormous Remarkable Rocks. Save time for a stop at Kangaroo Island Brewery before your return trip to Adelaide \u2013\u00a0after your first sip, you\u2019ll be thankful you did. <\/p>\n You\u2019re drifting along pristine waters and gazing at vibrant underwater creatures. But this isn\u2019t your typical snorkelling trip. The untouched jungle of Daintree Forest is the country\u2019s largest protected rainforest, and it boasts the world\u2019s most diverse ecosystem. A bushwalk here is incredible enough, but for an even more amazing perspective, sign up for river drift snorkelling with Back Country Bliss Adventures. Spy platypus and terrapin turtles on this eco-immersion experience, then head back to Cairns for dinner at Ochre, a trendy and tropical waterfront restaurant specialising in sustainable produce.<\/p>\n New South Wales<\/i><\/p>\n >If you\u2019re a wine lover in search of grape-centric activities in Sydney, look just a few hours farther afield to Hunter Valley. Take a seat on Hunter Valley Wine Tour<\/a>\u2019s luxurious minibus and soak in the scenery on the way to Australia\u2019s oldest wine region. Stop for a cup of tea in charming Wollombi before arriving in Hunter Valley for tastings at its famous family-run vineyards and visits to the local shops. If you stay in Lovedale rather than returning to Sydney, tours here will take you to even more high-quality cellars that are sure to please your palate. For an experience that\u2019s really \u201cuplifting\u201d, step inside one of Balloon Aloft\u2019s baskets for panoramic views of the entire area.<\/p>\n Western Australia<\/i><\/p>\n You could explore the remote Bungle Bungle Range by trekking through its bushwalking tracks, but why do that when you can observe this rugged Kimberley area from the comfort of an air-conditioned aeroplane? Aviair invites you to discover this region for yourself on an incredible two hour flight above Lake Argyle, its nearby diamond mine, and the beloved Bungle Bungles, with their orange-and-black sandstone domes. After taking it all in, dine on local delicacies at the Pumphouse Restaurant, serving up wood-fired pizza and tapas on an open-air deck overlooking Lake Kununurra and the Ord River. Queensland<\/i><\/p>\n Take a walk off<\/i> the wild side at Kangaroo Point Cliffs in Brisbane, where you\u2019ll safely descend (face first!) down a thrilling, 20-metre vertical drop. First, take in unbeatable city views while waiting for your name to be called, then get ready for some epic abseiling. Work with gravity \u2013\u00a0and an instructor \u2013\u00a0to gently touch down back on the ground. Give yourself a high-five at Canvas Cocktail & Wine Bar, where you\u2019ll enjoy rustic Spanish cuisine infused with Southern California flavours. Oh, and you can sip absinthe that drips from a fountain on your table \u2013\u00a0yes, it\u2019s as cool as it sounds.<\/p>\n Victoria<\/i><\/p>\nHave a ripping time on the Franklin River rapids<\/h2>\n
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Meet the New Norcia monks and journey through the Pinnacles Desert<\/h2>\n
Drink in the views from Wineglass Bay Lookout<\/h2>\n
Take a Kangaroo Island cruise for fun animal encounters<\/h2>\n
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Snorkel in a river in the Daintree Rainforest<\/h2>\n
Absorb breathtaking views\u2014and wine\u2014in Hunter Valley<\/h2>\n
Get a bird\u2019s-eye view of the Bungle Bungles<\/h2>\n
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Feel the adrenaline rush of abseiling in Kangaroo Point<\/h2>\n
Melt your worries away at Peninsula Hot Springs<\/h2>\n