Adventure Travel in Australia

Whether you love the land, the sky, or the sea, you can experience an endless roller coaster of adventure activities in Australia. There are locations and adventures that will keep your energy soaring both indoors and outdoors. You can explore Aussie culture, leap off a plane to skydive, and snorkel in the ocean all in one day if you really want!

Cairns is the “Adventure Capital” of Australia. Throw on a wetsuit in this tropical hotspot located in North Queensland where you can snorkel, scuba dive, and spot a Dory in the depths of the Great Barrier Reef. You’ll have the opportunity to skydive, bungee jump, or white water raft if you’re really feeling frisky too. To take a breather from the daredevil activities in Cairns, you can learn how to throw a boomerang and play a didgeridoo at Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park.

Surf’s up, mate, in Byron Bay! This coastal laid-back town, located south of Brisbane, offers tourists the chance to learn how to master the Pacific Ocean waves on a surfboard with a little choreography and practice, but keep up your energy to kayak later with dolphins. To be adventurous or to be chill? There are answers for both moods in Byron Bay!

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Best experience EVER!

December 03, 2025by: Talley Desparrois - United StatesProgram: Australia Adventure with Gapforce

10

The program has been absolutely amazing! I have loved everything about Australia, formed a lot of new friends/relationships, and made so many great memories so far. I would 100% recommend it to others, I think everyone should get to experience this beautiful place. My favorite part was the camping trip on Frasier Island, but I have also loved sky diving, snorkeling, and all of the nights out have been a blast. Overall, this has been the best experience I’ve ever had and I’m so glad I got out of my shell and booked it.

Three Countries, One Unforgettable Summer

November 11, 2025by: Ryan Blumenthal - United StatesProgram: Travel For Teens: Australia, New Zealand and Fiji Service

10

From Australia’s tranquil beaches and its bright skyline, to New Zealand’s incredible landscape, to Fiji’s turquoise water, this trip was the ultimate getaway for teens trying to explore new parts of the world and interact with people from all walks of life. The itinerary was filled with opportunities to see new wildlife and tropical fish, adorable seals and whales. The experience will never be matched.

Best experience EVER!

December 03, 2025by: Talley Desparrois - United StatesProgram: Australia Adventure with Gapforce

10

The program has been absolutely amazing! I have loved everything about Australia, formed a lot of new friends/relationships, and made so many great memories so far. I would 100% recommend it to others, I think everyone should get to experience this beautiful place. My favorite part was the camping trip on Frasier Island, but I have also loved sky diving, snorkeling, and all of the nights out have been a blast. Overall, this has been the best experience I’ve ever had and I’m so glad I got out of my shell and booked it.

Three Countries, One Unforgettable Summer

November 11, 2025by: Ryan Blumenthal - United StatesProgram: Travel For Teens: Australia, New Zealand and Fiji Service

10

From Australia’s tranquil beaches and its bright skyline, to New Zealand’s incredible landscape, to Fiji’s turquoise water, this trip was the ultimate getaway for teens trying to explore new parts of the world and interact with people from all walks of life. The itinerary was filled with opportunities to see new wildlife and tropical fish, adorable seals and whales. The experience will never be matched.