Riding the rapids of the Horizontal Falls on a Zodiac tender is one of the highlights of a Coral Expeditions cruise of the Kimberley.
5. EXPERIENCE THE APPLE ISLAND Tasmania may be a compact island but with so much to see and do, it pays to take your time. Scenic’s 13-day Ultimate Tasmania trip, starting and finishing in Hobart, allows you to experience all facets of this beguiling isle, from extraordinary wilderness to the moving history of Port Arthur, not to mention Hobart’s inviting restaurants and the eye-popping works on show at the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA). WHEN: October-November, February-May scenic.com.au
7. CRUISE THE KIMBERLEY Some of the country’s most memorable – and inaccessible – sights are found in this Western Australia region, and a small- ship cruise is the best way to see them. The Coral Expeditions 11-day Kimberley Cruise itinerary sails from Darwin to Broome or vice versa, exploring coastal gorges rich in hidden treasures including ancient rock art and towering cascades such as the King George Falls.
6. EXPLORE THE OUTBACK See the best of Australia’s iconic landscapes on Trafalgar’s 15-day Outback Adventure from Adelaide to Darwin. Stops include Coober Pedy, Alice Springs, Kings Canyon and the remarkable national parks of Nitmiluk, Kakadu and Litchfield, sometimes with Indigenous guides in tow. Optional experiences include a motorcycle tour of Uluru and hot air ballooning above the MacDonnell Ranges. WHEN: June-August trafalgar.com
WHEN: April-September coralexpeditions.com/au
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