Australia: North Queensland Adventure (Base)


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Hello Airlie Beach! This tropical paradise is the perfect place to kick off our adventure. Our trip starts at Base Backpackers where we'll meet our fellow adventurers.
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Is there anywhere in the world more beautiful than the Whitsundays? We think not. With 74 perfect islands at your fingertips, an open sea calling your name, today you'll get to explore one of the worlds most lusted-after holiday destinations with a day trip to the spo...
We've got a free day in Airlie Beach today! This vibrant hub of the Whitsundays is ours to explore. We could get out onto the waters with an optional sea kayaking adventure, take to the sky with a Skydive over Australia's most beautiful drop zone or even a relaxing sc...
Is there anything better than the Whitsundays? We think our next destination definitely comes close! We'll board a coach this morning heading for Townsville. Here we'll board the ferry to our next destination. Magnetic Island is an apt name for this captivating isle, ...
We have a whole day on this paradise island - lucky us! Check out some of the walking trails - such as the Forts Walk which offers up stunning views of the Palm Island Group as well as WWII fortifications, and the chance to see koalas in the wild - or enjoy some free ...
After breakfast this morning we'll say farewell to our koala friends and depart Magnetic Island on a ferry. But we'll never forget its singular beauty. Back in Townsville we won't hang around too long, as we're hopping on a train headed to Cairns, where we'll arrive...
Rise and shine, our entire day today is an unforgettable MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience, packed with history, heritage and natural beauty, as we enjoy a spectacular a day trip to the oldest tropical rainforest in the world: Daintree. With its ancient ferns and vibrant...
Today you'll have the option to board a catamaran out to the reef to snorkel or dive in the crystal waters and gaze at the colourful coral and even more vibrant marine life. Back on board, the expert marine crew will tell us all there is to know about this stunning, but vulnerable, natural miracle.
Gilligans (or similar)
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Our adventure ends this afternoon, but not before we have a chance to escape our comfort zones and try some of the adventurous activities that Cairns is famous for. Anyone for bungy jumping?
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Contiki Reviews & Ratings
Bonang Mogatusi
Jan 2025
North Queensland Adventure
The trip over exceeded my expectations and my expectations were high! The trip manager, *Personal information removed by Feefo* was absolutely fantastic which made t...
Trusted Customer
Dec 2024
North Queensland Adventure
was the most fun i’ve had traveling. loved meeting new pe...
Trusted Customer
Aug 2024
North Queensland Adventure
I loved meeting new people and the various activities including snorkelling diving etc. I just don't want to give 5 stars on account of me waiting excessively long f...
Emma King
Jul 2024
North Queensland Adventure
Snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef and exploring the Daintree Rainforest ar...
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Trusted Customer
Mar 2025
European Vistas
i think my trip manager went completely above and beyond. i felt so included and comfortable. all of the activities exceed my expectations. the hotels were all great...
Trusted Customer
Mar 2025
Southern Thai Highlights
Everything was amazing. It was truly such a beautiful and memorable experience.
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