Real Australia

Trip Type: 18 to 35s

17 Days
1 - 16 People

Starts From:

NZD $5,695.00 /Person

If you love the ocean, the rainforest and Australian wildlife, this 17-day journey from Sydney to Cairns might just be for you. On this …

Real Australia

If you love the ocean, the rainforest and Australian wildlife, this 17-day journey from Sydney to Cairns might just be for you. On this trip, you’ll walk in Crowdy Bay National Park, meet koalas at the Koala Hospital in Port Macquarie and feast on a barbeque in Red Rock. Go stand-up paddleboarding with the Gumbaynggir community and learn about local Aboriginal culture. Chill out in Byron Bay and hike in lush Lamington National Park before some free time to explore Brisbane. Hit the beach in Noosa and spend two-nights sailing the Whitsundays with your new friends, where you’ll be snorkelling, swimming and visiting secret beaches. Tour Mungalla Station with a First Nations guide, look for more koalas in scenic Magnetic Island and spend a free afternoon on Mission Beach with your feet in the sand. End it all in Cairns and toast to an epic adventure along the East Coast.

Itinerary

Day 1: Sydney

Day 2: Port Macquarie

Day 3: Red Rock

Day 4: Byron Bay

Day 5: Byron Bay

Day 6: Lamington National Park

Day 7: Gold Coast / Brisbane

Day 8: Brisbane

Day 9: Noosa

Day 10: Noosa

Day 11: Noosa / Overnight Train

Day 12: Airlie Beach / Whitsunday Sailing

Day 13: Whitsunday Sailing

Day 14: Magnetic Island

Day 15: Magnetic Island

Day 16: Mission Beach

Day 17: Cairns

Trip Inclusions

Meals

2 breakfasts and 4 dinners are included

Transport

Private Vehicle

Accomodation

Hostel (Multi-share) (10 nights), Holiday Park (Multi-share) (1 night), Lodge (Multi-share) (1 night), Overnight Train (1 night), Overnight Sailing (2 nights), Rainforest Retreat (1 night)

Included Activities

Crowdy Bay National Park - Mermaid Lookout Track
Port Macquarie - Koala Hospital guided tour
Red Rock - Wajaana Yaam Stand Up Paddleboarding
Springbrook National Park - Natural Bridge Circuit Walk
Byron Bay - The Farm visit
Noosa - Hell's Gates Lookout
Noosa - Coastal Walk
Whitsunday Islands - Sailing Excursion (2 Nights)
Whitsunday Islands - Sailing Excursion (2 Nights)
Whitehaven Beach - Visit
Magnetic Island - Forts Walking Track
Mungalla Station - Nywaigi First Nations Guided Tour

Trip Highlights

Hop aboard for an epic two-night sailing adventure through the stunning Whitsundays. Go snorkelling and soak up the scenery as you cruise through the untouched islands.
Support the local Gumbaynggirr community with stand-up paddleboarding in Coffs Harbour. Gliding along the river, you’ll take in the natural surroundings with an Aboriginally owned social enterprise focusing on preserving culture and language.
Breathe in the fresh air and gorgeous scenery at Lamington National Park – home to lush rainforest, waterfalls, creeks and mountains. Take a hike along the way and spend the night in a lodge in the middle of the forest.
Soak up your free time in iconic east coast spots like Byron Bay, Mission Beach, Magnetic Island and Noosa – why not surf, swim, go hiking, chill out on the beach, watch the sunset or explore these natural landscapes at your own pace.
Visit the Koala Conservation Hospital in Port Macquarie to meet the volunteers and learn how they provide care and treatment for koalas in need of rehabilitation.