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Discover Australia in October 2026 on one of these 13 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of during October 2026 as you enjoy Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Hiking, and Village Visits. Prices for trips in October 2026 range from $2,577 to $42,930 for a vacation of 6 to 18 days. Choose any of the below 13 itineraries in October 2026 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert Australia trip planners.
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Cycling along the Tasmanian East Coast
from $3,389
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Tasmania Cycling, Kayaking, and Walking Tour

Small Group Tour in Australia - 6 Day Itinerary
  • Take an E-bike in the Bay of Fires
  • Cycle the Freycinet Peninsula
  • Sail across Great Oyster Bay
  • Hike to Wineglass Bay
  • Explore Maria Island on an e-bike.
  • Trek the Cape Hauy
  • Wine-tasting in Tasmanian Vineyard
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Launceston / Hobart
Activity Level
Moderate
Join this 6-day cycling, kayaking, and walking tour in Tasmania, Australia. Explore rural landscapes, scenic coastlines, and lush forested valleys by bicycle. Kayak Freycinet’s aquamarine waters and walk to Wineglass Bay. Explore Maria Island by bike, encounter wildlife, and uncover history. Hike the Tasman Peninsula, tour Port Arthur by night, and summit kunanyi/Mt Wellington.
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Travelers learning how to scuba dive.
from $5,045
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Outerknown Adventures on the Great Barrier Reef

Cairns to Cairns - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Snorkel the Great Barrier Reef
  • Swim and snorkel Lizard Island
  • Discover the pristine Ribbon Reefs
  • Learn about Cook’s landing
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Cairns / Cairns
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Rainforest Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Explore exclusive private islands, tropical resort, and ancient rainforest trails on this 8-day Australian cruise aboard the Coral Discoverer. Explore the Great Barrier Reef by snorkeling, swimming, scuba diving, and glass bottom boat accompanied by an expert Marine Biologist. Depart from Cooktown exploring the best of the Great Barrier Reef.
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Hiking the stunning Flinders Island coastline
from $2,947
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Flinders Island Walking Adventure In Comfort

Small Group Tour in Australia - 6 Day Itinerary
  • Summit views from Mt Strelecki
  • Walk wild coasts, beaches & dunes
  • Reflect on indigenous heritage
  • View red cliffs & native wildlife
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Launceston / Launceston
Activity Level
Moderate
Enjoy this 6-day walking tour with its mesmerising mix of spectacular scenery, abundant wildlife and Aboriginal and European history. Flinders Island is the gem in the crown of island walking in Tasmania. You will experience the rugged peaks and sweeping coast lines of this windswept island.
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from $2,578
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Tasmania Overland Track

Small Group Tour in Australia - 6 Day Itinerary
  • Trek Cradle Mountain Plateau
  • Climb Mount Ossa
  • Discover Hartnett Falls
  • Walk to Lake St Clair
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Launceston / Launceston
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Camping
Activity Level
Moderate
Discover Australia's 6-day guided trek along Tasmania’s Overland Track, from Cradle Mountain to Lake St Clair where expert guides lead you through breathtaking forests, landscapes, and lakes, all the way to Tasmania’s highest peak. A truly unforgettable adventure.
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Houses along the shoreline of Thursday Island
from $12,235
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Saltwater Country and Culture

Darwin to Cairns - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Adventurer
  • Encounter Tiwi Islands communities
  • View rare rock art of ships
  • Encounter Gumatj people at Bawaka
  • Learn about pearling history
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Darwin / Cairns
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Wildlife Viewing
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Variable
Travel Australia’s remote northern coast on a 14-day cruise from Darwin to Cairns aboard Coral Adventurer. Visit the Tiwi Islands, Arnhem Land, and the Torres Strait. Engage with Indigenous communities, explore wetlands, view rock art, cruise wild coastlines, and experience living cultures.
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from $10,010
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Abrolhos Islands & the Coral Coast

Fremantle to Broome - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer
  • Snorkel Ningaloo Reef sites
  • Explore Abrolhos shipwreck history
  • Kayak at Dampier Archipelago waters
  • Swim with sea lions
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Fremantle / Broome
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise through Western Australia's remote coastline aboard Coral Geographer. Snorkel coral reefs, swim with sea lions, and explore historic shipwrecks and cultural sites. Go ashore on remote beaches and enjoy close-up views of rare wildlife.
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Albany coastline
from $8,155
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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
Activities
Snorkeling, Kayaking, Hiking, Local Market Visits, Wine Tasting, Whale Watching
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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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Scenic Two Peoples Bay
from $4,450
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Coastal Adventures: Western Australia

Albany to Fremantle - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer
  • Visit Albany cultural heritage site
  • Augusta Jewel Cave exploration
  • Swim or kayak at Two Peoples Bay
  • Cape Leeuwin lighthouse stop
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Albany / Fremantle
Activities
Biking
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 7-day coastal cruise through Western Australia aboard Coral Geographer. Explore Albany, Busselton, Eagle Bay, Augusta, Two Peoples Bay, and Fremantle. Walk through historic towns, enjoy vibrant arts, taste regional wines, kayak in turquoise waters, and visit iconic landmarks like the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse and Margaret River.
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Explore the wonder of coral reefs
from $10,010
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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
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Scuba Diving, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Urban Exploration
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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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Learn about the cultures of Papua New Guinea
from $10,240
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Papua New Guinea Discoverer

Madang to Cairns - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Explore volcanic Umboi Island
  • Cruise the Pulia River
  • Experience Bolu Bolu village
  • Relax on Boia Boia
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Madang / Cairns
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 13-day cruise aboard Coral Discoverer through Papua New Guinea. Explore volcanic islands, vibrant coral reefs, jungle rivers, and cultural villages. Visit Madang, Tuam, Biangatu, Deboyne, Calvados, Samarai, and more.
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Snorkel the vibrant waters of the South Pacific
from $14,375
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Discover the Secrets of Melanesia

Papua New Guinea to Vanuatu - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Explore Tufi Fjords
  • Snorkel vibrant reefs
  • Visit WWII relics
  • Discover ancient traditions
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Cairns / Port Vila, Efate
Activities
Festival Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 18-day Heritage Adventurer cruise through Melanesia's remote islands, from Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands to Vanuatu. Discover beautiful islands, colorful coral reefs, WWII sites, rich cultures, and unique wildlife across the Tufi Fjords, Dobu, Fergusson, Bougainville, and more.
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Beautiful wild coast of Raja Ampat, Indonesia
from $14,375
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Indonesian Explorer: Raja Ampat to Papua New Guinea

Bali - Port Moresby - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Visit Raja Ampat
  • Lookout for the endemic birds
  • Explore Komodo National Park
  • Swim at Triton Bay
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Bali / Cairns
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Variable
Aboard Heritage Adventurer on this 18-day expedition cruise to Indonesia's remote and little-known tropical islands, from Raja Ampat to Papua New Guinea, see whale sharks in Triton Bay, visit Komodo National Park, home to the famed Komodo Dragon, and more.
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