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Australia Wildlife Holidays


Safari & Wildlife
Australia is a wildlife lover’s dream - vast, diverse, and teeming with life found nowhere else on earth. From the sweeping outback to lush tropical rainforests and wild southern shores, this is a land shaped by nature at its most extraordinary.

Head into the rugged wilderness of Kakadu National Park and you’ll find yourself surrounded by ancient landscapes alive with life - saltwater crocodiles basking on riverbanks and hundreds of bird species soaring above the wetlands. Western Australia offers its own incredible encounters, swim alongside whale sharks at Ningaloo Reef, spot wild dolphins in Monkey Mia, or venture inland to glimpse emus striding across the outback.

In the tropical north, explore the ancient Daintree Rainforest, where cassowaries roam beneath emerald canopies and flying foxes hang from trees. Journey offshore to the Great Barrier Reef where vibrant coral gardens create an underwater world like no other. For unforgettable encounters with Australia’s most iconic wildlife, venture south to Kangaroo Island or Tasmania, where native species thrive in pristine habitats. From rugged coastlines to ancient forests, these southern sanctuaries offer the perfect escape for those seeking untouched wilderness and adventure.

Trailfinders offers a range of Australia Wildlife holidays and our expert travel consultants are a mine of information about what to do here. Whether you dream of tracking unique species with expert naturalist guides, joining a small group wildlife adventure or relaxing in a luxurious wilderness lodge, they are the perfect people to ask.
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OUR AUSTRALIA WILDLIFE HOLIDAYS

Nobody offers more ways to experience Australia’s wildlife than Trailfinders.

Here's a snapshot of some of our most popular Australia wildlife holidays. If you don’t see what you’re looking for give us a call and speak to one of our travel experts or take a look at our Australia Holidays pages.
An Australian Safari
Multi Centre Holiday
41 days / 40 nights

Get your camera ready! With unique wildlife found nowhere else on the planet and awe-inspiring landscapes from subtropical jungles to vast red deserts, prepare for the ultimate journey that spans almost every Australian state and territory...

Guide Price: €20,829 £18,229 pp

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Western Shores & Whale Sharks
Fly Drive Holiday
17 days / 16 nights

An epic journey discovering spectacular landscapes along Australia’s wild and undiscovered west coast, culminating in Western Australia’s answer to the Great Barrier Reef: the pristine Ningaloo Reef Marine Park...

Guide Price: €4,599 £3,499 pp

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Top End Explorer
Motorhome
17 days / 16 nights

Get back to nature and set up camp in the comfort of your motorhome in some of Australia’s most scenic national parks: Mary River, Nitmiluk, Litchfield and the UNESCO World Heritage listed Kakadu...

Guide Price: €2,899 £2,249 pp

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Great Ocean Road & Kangaroo Island
Guided Group Journey
7 days / 6 nights

This trip could also be known as ‘Southern Australia, as seen through its wine and wilderness’...

Guide Price: €3,005 £2,835 pp

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Queensland Highlights
Multi Centre Holiday
21 days / 20 nights

This fantastic holiday brings together many of the highlights of this incredible state, from laidback and refined beach towns to the crystal clear waters of the Great Barrier Reef and iconic K’gari (Fraser Island)...

Guide Price: €6,299 £5,129 pp

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Unique & Boutique Tasmania
Fly Drive Holiday
17 days / 16 nights

This unforgettable itinerary brings together quaint farm cottages, wilderness cabins, modern glass pavilions and even a ’storytelling’ hotel, showcasing Tasmania’s rich history...

Guide Price: €3,799 £3,199 pp

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Wildlife & Wonders of Southern Australia
Family Holiday
16 days / 15 nights

Dive into Melbourne’s sporting lifestyle, discover amazing wildlife and admire stunning views as you travel along the world famous Great Ocean Road...

Guide Price: €1,255 £1,055 pp

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Barrier Reef Roaming
Motorhome
18 days / 17 nights

From the comfort and convenience of your motorhome, explore Queensland’s coast with its spectacular beaches and tropical wonders of the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef...

Guide Price: €3,249 £2,799 pp

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Arnhem Land and Kakadu Explorer
Guided Group Journey
8 days / 7 nights

Spot native wildlife and explore the expansive wilderness of Arnhem Land and Kakadu National Park on this incredible tour embracing the sacred Aboriginal culture and impressive history...

Guide Price: €5,469 £4,739 pp

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OUR RECOMMENDED WILDLIFE CAMPS & LODGES IN AUSTRALIA

We feature a great range of accommodation across Australia that offer unforgettable wildlife encounters, with something to suit all budgets. Maybe you’re after a tented camp in one of Western Australia’s most picturesque national parks, or a rustic eco-lodge nestled amid lush rainforest? Or perhaps a luxurious retreat on South Australia’s Kangaroo Island complete with signature guided touring.

What you won’t find here are thousands of Australian wildlife hotels to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
Kingfisher Bay Resort, K'gari (Fraser Island)
3starplus

Fraser Island (K'Gari), Noosa & The Sunshine Coast

Nestled amongst tree-covered dunes overlooking the Great Sandy Strait, Kingfisher Bay Resort is ideally situated to discover the wealth of natural attractions found on World Heritage listed K’gari (Fraser Island), making it a popular property for families.
Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef
4starplus

Coral Coast

Set amongst sand dunes and bordering the azure waters of Ningaloo Reef Marine Park, this safari-style tented camp offers an immersive wilderness experience in a phenomenal remote setting.
Bamurru Plains
4starplus

The Top End

Boasting ten bungalows built on stilts overlooking the Mary River Floodplains on the edge of Kakadu, this remote safari-style lodge discreetly blends into the surrounding bush.
Daintree Ecolodge
4star

The Daintree, Tablelands & Mission Beach

Cloaked in the heart of the Daintree, this friendly ecolodge allows you to reconnect with nature.
Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort
3star

Islands Of The Great Barrier Reef

Renowned for its eco focus and incredible fringing reef, laidback Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort is ideal for families wanting to experience the Great Barrier Reef, with thriving corals home to shoals of colourful fish, turtles and manta rays.
Southern Ocean Lodge
5starplus

Kangaroo Island

On the edge of Flinders Chase National Park, secluded amongst the rolling bushlands, lies one of the Luxury Lodges of Australia – Southern Ocean Lodge.
Discovery Resorts - Rottnest Island
3starplus

Perth

Make the most of your Rottnest Island experience with a stay in these modern and well-appointed eco-tents.
Lizard Island
5star

Islands Of The Great Barrier Reef

The only resort located on the 2,503 acres Lizard Island National Park, set within one of the natural wonders of the world, the Great Barrier Reef, luxurious Lizard Island is fringed with 24 powdery white sand beaches and colourful coral reefs teeming with marine life.
Saffire Freycinet
5starplus

Tasmania

Like the precious stone from which its name is derived, this hidden gem is nestled in Tasmania’s breathtaking Freycinet National Park.

WHAT TO DO ON YOUR AUSTRALIA WILDLIFE HOLIDAY

To make the most of Australia’s top wildlife encounters, we have carefully selected a range of unmissable experiences that provide a unique perspective on the natural world that sightseeing alone simply can’t replace.

One day you might be swimming with majestic whale sharks on Ningaloo Reef, the next watching Phillip Island’s world-famous Penguin Parade, or perhaps keeping your eyes peeled for saltwater crocodiles in Australia’s Top End.

Our collection of unmissable wildlife experiences will help bring your Australia Wildlife holiday to life.
Swim with Whale Sharks
7 hours
Departs: Exmouth

It’s hard to imagine a more memorable small group experience than this! A spotter plane will locate the whale sharks so don your snorkel gear and plunge in to observe these majestic giants up close (mid Mar - Jul). You may also spot dugongs, turtles and manta rays cruising on the colourful reef.    

K'gari (Fraser Island) Adventure
12 hours
Departs: Noosa

Experience endless golden beaches as you head over to the world’s largest sand island, K’gari (Fraser Island).

Tangalooma Dolphin Adventure with Marine Discovery
9-11 hours
Departs: Brisbane

Idyllic Tangalooma Island Resort plays host to a unique wildlife experience – feeding wild dolphins by hand! The resort has so much to pack into your day, such as snorkelling shipwrecks, sandboarding through the desert, whale watching, or marine discovery cruises.

Phillip Island Penguins Plus
9 hours
Departs: Melbourne

While the famous Penguin Parade is the lure to Phillip Island, there is so much more to discover! Visit the furry residents of the Moonlit Sanctuary, soak up the views from Woolamai Surf Beach and stroll on the boardwalk at Nobbies, before catching the little penguin’s black tie gala event in the evening.

Outer Barrier Reef Sail
9 hours
Departs: Cairns, Kewarra, Palm Cove, Trinity Beach

Discover an underwater world teeming with exotic fish and coral gardens on this sailing adventure aboard a luxury catamaran to the Outer Barrier Reef.

1 Night Top End Adventure
2 days / 1 night
Departs: Darwin

The wilderness is calling! This magnificent overnight tour includes a romantic stay at the Top End Safari Camp where the sunset alone makes the journey worthwhile.

Taronga Wild Australia Experience
2 hours
Departs: Sydney

Get to know Austalia’s most loved wildlife with an exclusive behind the scenes tour of Taronga Zoo led by the Zoo Keepers. Perfect for all ages, learn more about Australia’s native animals as you see and interact with them during this activity packed journey. With animal encounters and photo opportunities galore this is a must do for animal lovers!  

An Evening with Tasmanian Devils
1 hour
Departs: Cradle Mountain

What a devil of a tour! Go behind the scenes at Devils@Cradle Sanctuary on this small group guided experience for an exclusive Tasmanian Devil encounter. Get up close to these iconic animals but not too close, they are carnivorous after all! As the sun sets, enjoy some sweet treats as their devilish sounds fill the air.

Cape Tribulation & Daintree Rainforest
Approx 9 hours if picked up from Port Douglas / Approx 12 hours if picked up from Cairns
Departs: Port Douglas

A leader in the field of ecotourism the Centre provides an excellent introduction to the wonders of the rainforest

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