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Experience unique local markets in Australia on a trip with Adventure Life. Explore Darwin, Cairns, Sydney, Albany, and Apollo Bay and also partake in Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Snorkeling, Archaeological Site Visits, and Hiking. Contact one of our Australia travel planning experts to start planning a trip to local Australia markets.
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Albany coastline
from $8,390
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Whales and Trails of Western Australia

Fremantle Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer
  • Learn about Rottnest Island culture
  • Wander at Wadjemup Bidi trails
  • See Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse
  • Learn whale research stories
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Fremantle / Fremantle
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Variable
Explore Western Australia’s southern coastline on an 11-day small-ship expedition aboard Coral Geographer. Travel from Fremantle to Albany and Busselton, walk coastal trails, encounter whales, visit Noongar Country, explore forests, beaches, and historic ports.
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Colorful sunset over Sulawesi
from $10,650
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Island Empires & Ancient Mariners

Darwin to Makassar - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer
  • Explore Komodo Island wildlife
  • Trek Padar Island peak
  • Snorkel vibrant coral reefs
  • Swim Pink Beach waters
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Darwin / Makassar
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Variable
Embark on a 15-day cruise through Indonesia aboard Coral Geographer. Explore remote islands, see Komodo dragons, climb Padar Island, witness unique dances, and experience Toraja culture. Swim, snorkel, kayak, and visit traditional villages.
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Beautiful view of the ocean, cliffs and the road winding along the coast. A car going on a road trip holiday.
from $3,604
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Australia's Great Ocean Road Adventure

Australia Self-drive Tour - 10 Day Itinerary
  • See the lively streets of Melbourne
  • Enjoy panoramic views of Melbourne
  • Drive in the Great Ocean Road
  • See the Grampians mountain range
  • Discover Sydney's iconic attraction
  • Enjoy the Sydney Opera House tour
  • Explore Sydney Harbor on a yacht
  • Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge
  • See Sydney Wildlife Safari
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Melbourne / Sydney
Activities
Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting
Activity Level
Easy Active
Join this 10-day journey from Melbourne to Sydney. Explore Melbourne's Great Ocean Road past the Twelve Apostles to discover the wildlife and waterfalls of the Grampians. Fly to Sydney for a VIP Opera House dinner, a harbor lunch cruise, a twilight climb of the Harbour Bridge, and a wildlife safari in the Southern Highlands
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Sailboats on a sunny day at Sydney Harbor, Australia. Iconic Sydney Harbor Bridge in the background.
from $3,331
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Essential Australia: Sydney to Cairns

8 Day Itinerary
  • See the iconic highlights of Sydney
  • VIP tour of the Sydney Opera House
  • Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge
  • Enjoy a guided wildlife safari
  • Snorkel the Great Barrier Reef
  • Explore the Atherton Tablelands
  • Visit the Daintree Rainforest
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Sydney / Cairns
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Village Visits, Rainforest Exploration, Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Local Market Visits, Hiking
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Easy Active
This 8-day journey pairs Sydney with tropical Queensland. In Sydney, dine beneath the Opera House sails, cruise the harbor, and climb the Harbour Bridge at twilight. Then fly to Cairns to snorkel the Great Barrier Reef, spot platypus on a rainforest night safari, and explore the ancient Daintree to Cape Tribulation, where rainforest meets reef
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Broome, Australia
from $11,400
Save $5000
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Darwin to Broome

11 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Cloud
  • Visit 8 remote Kimberley ports
  • Zodiac cruises and guided hikes
  • See rock art, reefs, waterfalls
  • Spot dolphins, turtles, crocs
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Darwin / Broome
Activity Level
Relaxed
11-day Australia cruise aboard Silver Cloud from Darwin to Broome through the Kimberley. The voyage visits 8 ports including Ashmore Reef, Wyndham, Koolama Bay, Vansittart Bay, Hunter River, and Buccaneer Archipelago. Explore reefs, mangroves, gorges via Zodiac cruises and hikes. See rock art, waterfalls, tides, and wildlife in remote Australia.
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Tunnel beach in South Island of New Zealand, Dunedin
from $13,750
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Australia & New Zealand Featuring Tasmania

Auckland to Sydney - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Moon
  • Explore Auckland’s harbor
  • Discover Tauranga and Rotorua
  • Cruise Milford Sound
  • Encounter Stewart Island wildlife
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Auckland / Sydney
Activities
Whale Watching, Fishing, Biking
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Variable
Board Silver Moon for a 15-day cruise from Auckland to Sydney. Explore New Zealand's geothermal wonders in Tauranga, Art Deco Napier, and the majestic fjords of Doubtful and Milford Sound. You then cross to Australia to visit Hobart's markets and Eden's rugged coast before concluding your trip at the iconic Sydney Harbor.
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Sunset at an ocean resort in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia
from $14,500
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Solomon Islands Secrets: cruise from Guadalcanal to the Sepik River

Honiara to Sorong - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Explore Rabaul Wartime History
  • Experience Sepik River Culture
  • Discover Lake Sentani Heritage
  • Visit Mansinam Historic Landmarks
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Brisbane / Sorong
Activities
Kayaking, Festival Visits
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Variable
Sail from Brisbane to Sorong on this 15-day expedition aboard SH Minerva. Visit the Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea, and Papua, exploring historic wartime sites, traditional villages, island communities, and marine environments. Experience local cultures, regional history, and remote destinations across the South Pacific and western Pacific.
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Explore the wonder of coral reefs
from $10,645
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Frontier Lands of Papua New Guinea

Cairns to Rabaul - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Adventurer
  • Explore Samarai Island and snorkel
  • Visit Dobu hot springs
  • Cruise the Cape Nelson fjords
  • See marine life in Kimbe Bay
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Cairns / Rabaul
Activities
Scuba Diving
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Variable
Sail on a 13-day cruise aboard Coral Adventurer from Cairns to Rabaul. Explore Papua New Guinea’s vibrant islands, WWII battlefields, and the Sepik River. Discover traditional markets, fjords, coral reefs, and cultural performances. Swim, snorkel, and dive in pristine waters while learning about local traditions and history.
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Norfolk Island
from $12,650
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Cruising the Pacific Islands: New Caledonia, Vanuatu & Solomon Islands

Auckland to Honiara - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Discover Auckland before cruising
  • Visit Isle of Pines' beaches
  • Discover Port Vila markets
  • Relax at Champagne Beach
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Auckland / Honiara
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Sail aboard SH Minerva from Auckland to Honiara, exploring Norfolk Island, New Caledonia, Vanuatu, and the Solomon Islands. Visit remote beaches, volcanic islands, coral reefs, and traditional villages while snorkeling, hiking, and discovering local cultures. This cruise combines nature, history, and cultural encounters across the South Pacific.
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Remote lagoon in Papua New Guinea
from $14,300
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Discover the Secrets of Melanesia

Cairns - Port Vila - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Discover the jewels of Tetepare
  • Explore Sepik River Kopar Village
  • Visit Rabaul’s volcanic landscapes
  • Swim Champagne Beach waters
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Cairns / Port Vila, Efate
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Variable
Join a 17-day cruise on the Heritage Adventurer through Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu, exploring diverse cultures and wildlife. Enjoy optional activities like snorkeling, birding excursions, and canoeing while visiting historical WWII sites and vibrant traditions.
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Breathtaking aerial sunset in Komodo National Park in Indonesia
from $11,040
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Voyage to Indonesia: Dragons, Reefs, and the Spice Islands – with Smithsonian Journey

Benoa, Bali - Darwin - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier
  • See the Coral Triangle’s ecosystems
  • Experience Indonesia's culture
  • See Komodo dragons upclose
  • Island hop around Indonesia
  • Discover Triton Bay and Kei Islands
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Benoa / Darwin
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Variable
This 12-day cruise on Le Jacques Cartier from Bali to northern Australia explores the Coral Triangle’s rich biodiversity. Discover Indonesia’s cultural heritage from Sumbawa's villages to the historic Spice Islands. Highlights include Komodo National Park’s Komodo dragons, snorkeling around Flores and Alor, and diving in West Papua’s Triton Bay.
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Loboc river in the rainforest Philippines, Bohol
from $15,950
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Asian Island Odyssey

Keelung to Darwin - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Visit Yehliu Geopark
  • Marvel at Tojoman Lagoo
  • Explore Fort Belgica
  • Swim with Whale Sharks
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Taipei / Darwin
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Variable
Join this 19-day Asian Island Odyssey, cruising from Taipei to Darwin aboard Heritage Adventurer. Traverse the Tropic of Cancer and the Equator. Explore islands with blue waters, pristine coral gardens, and intriguing wildlife. Highlights include Taiwan’s Yehliu Geopark and Taroko National Park, swimming with Whale Sharks, and more.
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