Category - Activities and Tours
Below is a list of all the pages on this website which I've categorised as being mainly about activities and tours, and other paid-for organised sightseeing.
Click on the titles (or the "read more" links) to go to that page.
Bruny Island cruise
If speeding in a fast boat along the towering sea cliffs and rugged wildlife-infested coastline of a Tasmanian island appeals to you, then there is a boat trip I can recommend. It is a cruise along the impressive southern half of Bruny Island, just off the coast of Tasmania south of Hobart. Not many tourist excursions inspire me to open my wallet and part with a chunk of money, but this one did, and it lived up to some high expectations. Read more ...
Milford Sound scenic flights
In a country packed with gorgeous scenery and enterprising people, it is not surprising that New Zealand has many scenic flights to offer its visitors. Over a number of visits I've indulged in a few of them, and my favourite would have to be the awesome flight to Milford Sound from either Queenstown or Wanaka (I've flown there from both). On top of the grandeur of Milford Sound, you get a supremely stunning journey across the wilderness of rugged snowcapped peaks of the South West New Zealand world heritage area. And because the flights only operate when Milford Sound has good weather, good views are guaranteed. If I were to live my life again and could only choose one scenic flight, this would be it. Read more ...
Walpole wilderness by boat
Fancy an interpretive eco-cruise into the Walpole wilderness area and marine park? That's how the brochure describes this small boat trip in one of the most unspoiled inlets on the Australian coast, and it really is a beauty. The guide is pretty amazing too. Read more ...
Skiing the Tasman Glacier
Even the most cheapskate budget traveller will occasionally want to splash out on something luxurious. If you're visiting New Zealand and into skiing, then one luxury to indulge in is skiing the Tasman Glacier, the longest river of ice in New Zealand's southern alps. I did it once, and have never regretted what was a truly out of this world experience. Read more ...
Cruising the Pieman River wilderness
If you want to cruise up wilderness rivers in Tasmania, the Gordon River cruises from Strahan are a popular choice. But if you want a more low key and crowd-free journey to see wilderness that's more pristine and isolated, then I can heartily recommend the Pieman River. Read more ...
Merredin Railway Station Museum, WA
Many country towns have small historical museums, and standards vary. One which I found to be rather interesting and well done is in the Western Australian town of Merredin, and although it focuses on railway history there is more to it than train memorabilia. Read more ...
Wanaka River Jetboat Journeys, NZ
I've written before about experiencing the beauty of New Zealand's Matukituki valley by car. Another great way to enjoy this spectacular valley near Wanaka is a jet boat trip with Wanaka River Journeys. Read more ...
Mt John Observatory at Lake Tekapo
An observatory may not be on everyone's travel itinerary, but if you pass through Lake Tekapo in New Zealand's south island then a visit to the Mt John Observatory can be worth doing. You don't need to be an astronomy buff to become lost in wonder at what you may see. Read more ...
Merredin town tour, WA
The Western Australian country town of Merredin looks fairly average at first glance, the sort of place most travellers might briefly stop for food and fuel before moving on. But it's far from average, and boasts a town tour that is surprisinqly worthwhile. Read more ...
