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Our experienced Aussie Team have hand-picked some of the best experiences to do in Australia.  Whether you want to go on a cruise, scenic flight or a food and wine experience or maybe a day hike. We have loads of great options to suit all types of travellers. We hope you enjoy.

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Batemans Bay Overnight Kayak Camping Tour – All Inclusive

Batemans Bay Overnight Kayak Camping Tour – All Inclusive

  • Batemans Bay, New South Wales
Cruises & Sailing
Cruises

If you have always dreamed of getting off the grid and waking up immersed in nature, now is your opportunity to live it on our achievable, fully guided Overnight Kayak Camping Tour on the stunning NSW South Coast.

You will learn how to pack a sea kayak, set up camp, and enjoy the satisfaction of self sufficiency within a pristine natural environment with a small group of like-minded adventurers. On your kayak journey to camp, encounter amazing wildlife, like whales, dolphins and seals, before arriving in a secluded paradise to set up camp and swim, snorkel, fish or simply unwind. Enjoy delicious meals prepared by your expert, friendly guides who are there to assist you every step of the way.

This tour includes everything you need for a comfortable and successful overnight adventure.

New to kayaking or camping? No worries. This tour includes full kayaking tuition and step-by-step guidance in setting up a practical campsite – skills you will carry with you for a lifetime.

A$549
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Full Day Low Isles Sailing & Snorkeling Cruise from Port Douglas

Full Day Low Isles Sailing & Snorkeling Cruise from Port Douglas

  • Port Douglas, Queensland
Cruises & Sailing
Cruises

Set sail from Port Douglas for a day of snorkeling and relaxing on the Great Barrier Reef’s Low Isles. The sheltered white sands are surrounded by tropical waters filled with fish, turtles and coral for pristine off-beach snorkeling, just moments away from Low Isles . This smaller cruise is limited to 33 passengers, ensuring good company and helpful assistance from the crew. A buffet lunch is included, along with a reef interpretation sail in a glass-bottom boat with an expert marine biologist as your guide

A$315
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Coral By Kayak – Ningaloo Reef Half Day Kayak & Snorkel Tour

Coral By Kayak – Ningaloo Reef Half Day Kayak & Snorkel Tour

  • Exmouth, Western Australia
On the Water
Water Sports and Activities

Enjoy the exhilarating experience of kayaking out to a snorkel site and snorkeling from your kayak
Be amazed at the diversity of coral formations – large and small – whilst snorkeling, with some formations hundreds of years old
Your guide will point out colorful fish and other marine life – there’s always something different to see!
Complementary photos, taken by your guide, will be available to view after your experience – proof of your memorable experience

A$150
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Rottnest Island Guided Snorkel Boat Experience

Rottnest Island Guided Snorkel Boat Experience

  • Rottnest Island, Western Australia
On the Water
Water Sports and Activities

Straight off the boat in a protected bay, you’ll be guided by Marine Biologists and Snorkel Instructors through the best snorkeling spots and the amazing marine life around the island. You’ll experience the wonders of the underwater world whilst exploring and learning along the way. This is the best and most interactive tour money can buy.

A$199
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Surfing and Stand Up Paddle Lessons

Surfing and Stand Up Paddle Lessons

  • Bunbury, Western Australia
Water Sports and Activities

Learn to Surf or SUP at Bunbury Surf School – Bunbury’s only accredited & affiliated Surfing Australia Surf School! Surfing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Twilight LED SUP, group or private lessons – Bunbury Surf School can cater to ages 5 and above.

A$55
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Dolphin and Seal Sightseeing Cruise on the Mornington Peninsula

Dolphin and Seal Sightseeing Cruise on the Mornington Peninsula

  • Mornington Peninsula, Victoria
Cruises & Sailing
Cruises

Enjoy this 90-minute dolphin and seal adventure cruise on the Mornington Peninsula departing from Sorrento Pier. See the very best of Southern Port Phillip Bay as you spot seals, dolphins and sea birds along the way. You’ll also visit the Popes Eye Marine Park where the largest colony of Australasian gannets and their chicks can be viewed.

A$65
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Standup Paddling on Pristine Gnarabup Bay with Breakfast

Standup Paddling on Pristine Gnarabup Bay with Breakfast

  • Margaret River, Western Australia
On the Water
Water Sports and Activities

Gnarabup Bay is one of most pristine bays on the cape to cape coastline with abundant wildlife and spectacular scenery. Standup Paddle boarding in this environment is an experience that will not be forgotten. Follow this up with a breakfast at the White Elephant Cafe, one of the most renowned eateries in the cape to cape region and you have a fantastic morning that will set you up for the day. Standup Surfing is a family run business with three generations involved in the sport. This experience adds a personal touch to a fantastic adventure.

A$95
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Stand Up Paddle Board Experience on Pristine Gnarabup Bay

Stand Up Paddle Board Experience on Pristine Gnarabup Bay

  • Margaret River, Western Australia
On the Water
Water Sports and Activities

Enjoy a stand up paddle board experience by booking a lesson with an ASI accredited stand up paddle instructor. This lesson includes all equipment required to learn the basics of stand up paddle boarding at and around Gnarabup Bay, Margaret River.

A$80
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3-Hour Byron Bay Certified Scuba Diving Tour

3-Hour Byron Bay Certified Scuba Diving Tour

  • Byron Bay, New South Wales
On the Water
Water Sports and Activities

Dive Byron Bay’s Julian Rocks, one of the few dive sites where you can swim with tropical species found on the Great Barrier Reef as well animals from Australia’s deep Southern Ocean. Here the reserve is home to three different species of sea turtles, an assortment of rays including mantas, hard and soft corals, friendly wobbegong sharks and over four hundred different species of fish. All of this is only a five-minute boat ride from Byron Bay. Join a guided dive trip and let the dive crew show you one of Australia’s most spectacular dive sites. Whether you are an experienced diver, recently certified or haven’t dived for some time, rest assured you will enjoy a safe and rewarding diving experience at Julian Rocks.

A$160
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Kayak Hire – Single in Surfers Paradise

Kayak Hire – Single in Surfers Paradise

  • Surfers Paradise, Queensland
On the Water
Tours & Sightseeing

You will have the freedom to explore the beautiful river at your own pace, reaching some of the hidden gems along the way, passing the high rises of Surfers Paradise & the tranquil waters of Macintosh Island Park. There is so much bird life & marine life that you can spot along the way, from Dolphins to peacocks in the park. We provide you with a map & provide some insight as to what is the best direction on the day so you can have a no stress paddle and enjoy our beautiful area!
Have so much fun along the way on your kayak!

A$45
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Twilight SUP Tour in Surfers Paradise

Twilight SUP Tour in Surfers Paradise

  • Surfers Paradise, Queensland
Cruises & Sailing
Cruises

The Twilight SUP tour includes a mini lesson, safety briefing, high quality SUP equipment and fully guided tour. Photos are taken during the tour and are available for purchase after the tour!

Refreshments after the session are included! This is a relaxed & gentle paddle for all levels, taking in the scenery of Surfers Paradise & Main Beach. Fun, informative and relaxing!

A$58
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Kayak Rental in Gold Coast (2 person)

Kayak Rental in Gold Coast (2 person)

  • Surfers Paradise, Queensland
On the Water
Tours & Sightseeing

Hire a double kayak from Go Vertical at Budds Beach or The Spit and create your own self guided tour of the Broadwater and Nerang River. Pre-booking required.

The kayak hire includes a high quality kayak and equipment, life jackets for participants, local guide map for the area and a safety briefing.

If you are doing a one way paddle, drop off will be at The Spit Location in Main Beach (Muriel Henchmen site) and you will return to Go Vertical at Budds Beach in Surfers Paradise. If you are wanting to do the one way paddle, you must arrange this at least 24 hours before the hire by contacting the office.

A$65
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Mangroves and Mansions Kayak Adventure

Mangroves and Mansions Kayak Adventure

  • Noosa & Sunshine Coast, Queensland
Cruises & Sailing
Cruises

Kayak Noosa’s “Mangroves and Mansions” kayak tour offers you the most unique perspective of the Noosa River and inlets. You will hear tales of the waterways and the natural landscape along the way and invite you to have your senses wide open for this most incredible paddling adventure.

A$89
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Stand up Paddle Hire

Stand up Paddle Hire

  • Surfers Paradise, Queensland
Cruises & Sailing
Cruises

Experience our professional Stand up Paddle activities on the Gold Coast, right in the heart of Surfers Paradise.  We start your board hire with a safety briefing and an area briefing of where to go, then you get to launch the board and explore the waterways of the Gold Coast. Paddle a lap of one of the numerous islands and stop off for a coffee any one of the amazing cafes near the waterfront. The area of paddling is on the river and only on flat water so it is safe, fun & easy.  

The calm waters here create ease of SUP’ing (stand up paddling) and are super fun to explore. It’s an incredible feeling standing on your paddleboard, perhaps spotting the local dolphins & create amazing photos!  If we can we will capture your experience with photos for you to share on Social Media. 

A$40
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2 Day Great Barrier Reef “Reefsuites” Experience

2 Day Great Barrier Reef “Reefsuites” Experience

  • Airlie Beach, Queensland
Cruises & Sailing
Cruises

Moored offshore at Hardy Reef, 40 nautical miles from Airlie Beach, Reefworld is the setting for your spectacular overnight Reefsuite experience.

Begin your journey with a cruise through the Whitsunday Islands to Hardy Reef onboard our high-speed vessel, arriving at the reef around 11am. After lunch, guests can snorkel, dive, swim or take a scenic helicopter flight to see famous Heart Reef (additional cost). Day visitors depart mid-afternoon and then overnight guests have Hardy Reef and Reefworld all to themselves.
Watch a stunning sunset with a drink in hand before enjoying a starlit long-table dinner on the pontoon’s upper deck. After dinner, Reefsuite guests can retreat to the privacy of their undersea accommodation. Sit back, relax and watch as the reef comes to life through the floor to ceiling windows.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and an exclusive morning on the reef before heading home in the afternoon with memories that will stay with you forever.

A$1095
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Exciting Gold Coast Diving Excursions

Exciting Gold Coast Diving Excursions

  • Gold Coast, Queensland
Water Sports and Activities

We offer a diverse range of dive sites brimming with unique marine life! At any point on one of our dives, you may see Leopard Sharks, nudibranchs, feather stars and possibly even manta rays.

The Gold Coast has more than just marine life to offer! There is a wide variety from coral reefs to wreck dives. Off South Stradbroke Island, you will find some incredible shipwrecks that make for great wreck dives. Take your giant stride with us into the magnificent dive sites off the Gold Coast!

We tailor the diving experience to those onboard our vessels by limiting the groups to eight certified open water divers for every dive guide. We even chose the dive sites the day of based on weather conditions, currents, and experience level of those on the boat. We strive to provide the high quality of service, making us the best option for diving on the Gold Coast.

A$195
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Private Whale Watching Tour with a Splash!

Private Whale Watching Tour with a Splash!

  • Gold Coast, Queensland
Cruises
Fishing and Boats

Step aboard our small vessel and take part in this enchanting experience, where we take you humpback whales watching off the stunning shores of the Gold Coast! An excellent chance to take in the beauty and wonder of these gentle giants. Keep a lookout for orcas, dolphins, and seabirds as well. Detailed educational commentary about the whales and our surroundings provided.

A$900
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PADI Diving Courses on the Gold Coast

PADI Diving Courses on the Gold Coast

  • Gold Coast, Queensland
Water Sports and Activities

There is no better place to take a PADI course than on the Gold Coast! The Gold Coast has some of the most unique and diverse marine life found throughout the world. On a dive you may see Leopard Sharks, nudibranchs, feather stars and possibly even manta rays. Why miss out on seeing these incredible animals when you can learn to dive here on the Gold Coast!

Take any of our PADI courses and have the adventure of a lifetime! Learning to dive with PADI is amazing because it is the leading scuba diver training organization in the world. With PADI, you have the option to develop and broaden your diving education with their more advanced classes too. Each course is taught under the direct supervision of a PADI Dive Instructor making it a fun and safe way to learn to dive. Dive with us on the beautiful Gold Coast!

A$119
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2 Day Freediving Course in Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Queensland

2 Day Freediving Course in Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Queensland

  • Airlie Beach, Queensland
On the Water
Water Sports and Activities

No matter where you are on the Queensland Coast, from Brisbane to Port Douglas and Cairns, we can help you discover the most natural way to explore the world beneath the waves.

A Freediving Course with the OceanSense experts is your first step towards exploring the open ocean, on one breath. You will be given the knowledge and techniques to truly discover what you are capable of, and what your body is built to do.
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The objective of the course is to develop the following skills:

Static breath hold of minimum 1:30 minutes
Dynamic apnea of 25m-35m length
A constant weight dive to 10m-16m depth
A competent pool and ocean rescue
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Get your PADI/SSI freediving certification with OceanSense Freediving!

A$569
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