Australian Geographic Travel

From $2690 to $3190

Two of the world’s most significant natural heritage areas meet in Far North Queensland. The Daintree Rainforest — ancient, continuous, and extraordinarily biodiverse — runs to the edge of the Great Barrier Reef, and the wildlife found here exists nowhere else on earth.

This three-day journey explores the World Heritage Daintree Rainforest and the volcanic Atherton Tablelands, led by expert naturalist guides. On foot, by solar-powered boat and by vehicle, participants walk ancient rainforest trails, cruise the Daintree River at dawn and travel inland to highland forests and crater lakes formed 17,000 years ago. The focus throughout is close, unhurried wildlife observation, supported by access to private reserves and expert interpretation of tropical ecosystems.

The Daintree is Australia’s largest tropical rainforest remnant, covering 120,000 hectares. Its trails support southern cassowaries, Boyd’s forest dragons and a dense assemblage of tropical birds. The Atherton Tablelands, rising inland from the coast, shelter the Lumholtz tree-kangaroo (Mapee in local Aboriginal language) in protected forest patches where they are regularly observed feeding in the canopy. Crater lakes, strangler figs, and an extraordinary diversity of nocturnal fauna complete the picture of a landscape shaped by volcanic history and millions of years of ecological continuity.

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From $4690 to $4990

Journey deep into the heart of Far North Queensland on a five-day cultural adventure from Cooktown to Cairns. Experience ancient traditions, breathtaking landscapes and genuine connections with Indigenous guides. From a Welcome to Country and bush medicine walks with healer Mooks to preparing a traditional Kurrma feast, visiting sacred waterfalls and exploring the legendary Bloomfield Track through the Daintree Rainforest, every moment immerses you in story, culture and Country. This unforgettable journey invites you to listen, learn and walk in the footsteps of the world’s oldest living culture.

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From $5490 to $7290

Experience the wonder of threatened sea turtles nesting under starlit skies in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef.

This six-day conservation-focused journey immerses you in the remarkable marine ecosystems of Heron and Wilson Islands — remote sanctuaries where green and loggerhead turtles return each year to nest on white coral beaches, and where vibrant reef systems teem with life just steps from shore.

Travel with marine conservationist and CoralWatch Ambassador Susy James as you witness nesting turtles on guided night walks, snorkel over ancient coral bommies five metres tall, participate in hands-on coral health monitoring, and gain exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the University of Queensland’s Heron Island Research Station. Learn from marine biologists conducting cutting-edge reef research, contribute meaningful data to global citizen science programs, and experience the rare privilege of two nights on Wilson Island.

Designed for travellers who value authentic conservation experiences, this journey combines world-class snorkelling, intimate wildlife encounters, meaningful citizen science participation, and the extraordinary opportunity to witness one of nature’s most ancient rituals: sea turtles nesting on moonlit beaches.

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From $4790 to $5290

Join them on an exciting expedition with Project Manta, led by Dr. Asia Haines, where you’ll participate in manta ray conservation through photo-ID data collection. Learn about the population biology and ecology of manta rays while contributing to citizen science efforts. Enjoy relaxation on a magnificent island and gain insights into the “Leaf to Reef” project, exploring the island’s revegetation impacts on groundwater, nesting birds, and coral health. Make a difference and give back to nature on this unforgettable journey!

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From $4690 to $4990

Offered in partnership with Ancient Odysseys, this Australian Geographic Travel expedition will take you deep into the outback of Queensland, where you’ll join a palaeontology dig experience like no other. In the remote southwest town of Eulo, some ten species of extinct megafauna have been found. These animals lived around 150,000-50,000 years ago and included the world’s largest marsupial—the giant bear-shaped Diprotodon. And as with any palaeontology excavation, there is always the possibility of finding new species!

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From $6690 to $7590

Venture into one of Australia’s most remote wilderness areas on this seven-day birdwatching expedition through Cape York Peninsula. This tour targets two true endemic species found nowhere else on Earth – the endangered golden-shouldered parrot and white-streaked honeyeater – alongside an extraordinary assemblage of restricted-range species that reach their Australian range limits in this tropical region.

Explore Kutini-Payamu (Iron Range) National Park and Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park, searching diverse habitats from lowland rainforest and towering gallery forest to tropical woodlands, heathlands and palm-fringed beaches overlooking the Coral Sea. Target iconic species, including palm cockatoo, eclectus parrot, red-cheeked parrot, yellow-billed kingfisher, and birds-of-paradise, including magnificent riflebird and trumpet manucode.

Based at the remote Musgrave Roadhouse and The Greenhoose Lodge adjacent to Kutini-Payamu National Park, this expedition combines serious birding with opportunities to observe mammals, including cuscuses, wallabies, and gliders; reptiles, including Green Tree Python; and spectacular tropical flora, including carnivorous pitcher plants.

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From $3590 to $4290

Immerse yourself in Australia’s birding mecca, where ancient rainforests meet coral reefs and over 450 bird species – including 13 found nowhere else on Earth – thrive in the World Heritage Wet Tropics.

This five-day birding expedition explores the extraordinary diversity of Far North Queensland’s tropical ecosystems, from the mangrove-lined Daintree River to the misty highland forests of Mount Lewis, and across the volcanic crater lakes and savannah woodlands of the Atherton Tablelands. With habitats ranging from coastal rainforest to tropical wetlands, granite gorges and ancient vine forests, this compact journey delivers an unparalleled concentration of avian diversity.

Travel with specialist birding guides from FNQ Nature Tours as you search for the elusive great-billed heron on a pre-dawn river cruise, watch golden bowerbirds tending their elaborate displays, track the iconic southern cassowary through coastal forests, and observe blue-faced parrot finches in their limited highland range. Beyond birds, encounter platypus in rainforest streams, Lumholtz tree-kangaroos in the canopy, endemic Mareeba rock-wallabies amongst granite boulders, and under spotlights, an array of nocturnal possums, owls and frogmouths.

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From $4390 to $4990

Join Cairns local wildlife photographer James Boettcher on a 5-day wildlife photography safari in Far North Queensland. James has been guiding wildlife tours for over 18 years; his extensive knowledge of the region guarantees you the best opportunities to observe and photograph North Queensland’s unique and iconic wild animals.

This wildlife photography workshop features some of the most successful interactive locations for viewing and photographing the region’s unique and endangered wildlife.

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From $8490 to $9390

This unique opportunity takes you deep into Australia’s most remarkable private conservation reserves, offering unforgettable birding experiences. Explore Gluepot Reserve, a pristine birding hotspot owned by BirdLife Australia, where encounters with striated grasswren, black-eared miner, red-lored whistler, malleefowl, and even the dazzling scarlet-chested parrot await. Nearby reserves provide additional sightings before journeying through the vast outback in search of flock bronzewing, gibberbird, and cinnamon quail-thrush.

The adventure culminates at Bowra Wildlife Sanctuary, a premier birding destination in central Queensland owned and managed by the Australian Wildlife Conservancy. Target Hall’s babbler, chestnut-breasted quail-thrush, Bourke’s parrot, and the elusive grey falcon. Along the way, expect incredible encounters with Australian bustard, inland dotterel, plum-headed finch, and vibrant orange and crimson chats.

With breathtaking landscapes and exceptional birdlife, this tour is a must for bird and nature lovers.

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From $8890 to $10390

Step back in time on this unforgettable 9-day guided tour through Outback Queensland, celebrating the spirit, resilience, and stories that shaped Australia’s history. From the fertile plains of St George to the legendary shearers of Blackall and the birthplace of Qantas in Longreach, uncover the rich legacy of our nation. Explore remote stations, historic hotels, wool scours and war-era secrets while enjoying warm country hospitality, gourmet local fare and authentic cultural encounters. With engaging guides and unique experiences at every stop, this tour offers a deep, personal connection to Australia’s rugged outback.

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From $6290 to $6890

Venture to the far north of Australia and experience the vibrant culture, ancient wisdom, and breathtaking beauty of the Torres Strait Islands. Walk alongside local guides and artists as you uncover stories of sea, stars, and spirit.

Discover WWII history, join traditional dance and storytelling, savour island flavours, and even create your own lino-cut print. As the sun sets, share a starlit feast while learning how Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal cultures intertwine in ways found nowhere else.

This immersive journey offers rare insight into one of Australia’s most remote and culturally rich regions, alive with connection, creativity, and wonder.

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From $8390 to $9590

Spend 10 days exploring the vast, remote Channel Country, spread over 200,000 square kilometres you’ll visit sweeping grassy plains, rocky spinifex outcrops and what can seem like endless red sand dunes. The very definition of Australia’s boom and bust cycle, we will cross areas that can be dry and desolate or green and lush depending on the last sporadic rainfall. Some of Australia’s most sought-after birds can be seen in this area such as two of Australia’s rarest raptors, the Grey Falcon and Letter-winged Kite. Budgerigars, Halls Babblers, Chestnut-breasted Quailthrush, Australian Bustard, 3 species of Grasswren and the gorgeous Rufous-crowned Emu-wren along with many other mammals, reptiles and flora will ensure a trip full of fantastic wildlife.

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