Whether you’re staying close to home or going away these school holidays, we’ve got a range of fun things to do as a family to help you make every moment count. Our exciting Aussie-wide adventures are perfect for kids and the young at heart too. Here are a few activities and experiences the whole family can enjoy. They’re also great Christmas gift ideas too!
Moreton Island dolphin, dugong and Tangalooma Wrecks cruise – Brisbane
Spend a day on the bay! Enjoy a swim, look out for local wildlife, ride in the boom net, eat a delicious lunch and take it all with this cruise around beautiful Moreton Island. You can even jump on an optional snorkelling tour of Tangalooma Wrecks.
BOOK IT NOWBruny Island cruise – Hobart
Spot dolphins and Australian fur seals, see The Monument sea-stack up close and explore deep sea caves on this cruise around the stunning Bruny Island wilderness. Your expert guide will lead you to all the best spots and make this an experience the whole family will love.
BOOK IT NOWHorse ride on the beach – Mornington Peninsula
Get set for one of the best horse riding adventures around. No previous experience is needed for this two-hour ride and ages 10 and up can take part. So, saddle up for a journey along St Andrew’s Beach, taking in those gorgeous Mornington Peninsula coastal views as you go.
BOOK IT NOWSwim with dolphins – Adelaide
You can swim with dolphins in a few places around Australia and this tour takes you to a location that’s up there with the very best spots to see them. There are more than 40 dolphin sightings on an average trip and on some tours, they see over 200! Set sail from Adelaide’s Glenelg Marina for what’s sure to an incredible family day out.
BOOK IT NOWJet boat ride – Gold Coast
School holiday activities just got a whole lot more exciting. Forget sitting around staring at screens and get your adrenaline pumping with one of our jet boat rides. This thrilling experience in Gold Coast is one not to miss. Hold on tight for plenty of awesome twists, turns and manoeuvres as you splash across Broadwater, Surfers Paradise.
BOOK IT NOWQuad biking – Central Coast
When it comes to exciting things to do these school holidays, quad biking is hard to beat. Kids aged 12 and up can explore the awesome circuit at outdoor adventure destination Glenworth Valley, an easy drive from Sydney. All instruction and gear included!
BOOK IT NOWAttractions pass – Sydney
Visit two of Sydney’s best attractions for one great price. This Sydney attractions pass gives you entry to two of the following – SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, WILDLIFE Sydney, Madame Tussauds and Sydney Tower Eye. A couple of all-weather family days out these school holidays!
BOOK IT NOWHalf-day canyoning tour – Blue Mountains
Up for a challenge? Get outside, get active and give canyoning a try. Kids aged 10 and up can take part and what better place to do it than the incredible Blue Mountains? Jump, abseil and swim your way through a canyon at Empress Falls. One of the best outdoor adventures imaginable.
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