Australia: The Adventure Down Under

Australia (Sydney, Melbourne, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, K'Gari (Fraser) Island, Brisbane

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Australia: The Adventure Down Under

Australia (Sydney, Melbourne, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, K'Gari (Fraser) Island, Brisbane

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1T
1000 Treks
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May 25 - Jun 9, 2024
Group size: 1 - 20
Australia: The Adventure Down Under
Australia (Sydney, Melbourne, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, K'Gari (Fraser) Island, Brisbane
1000 Treks
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10 reviews
May 25 - Jun 9, 2024
Group size: 1 - 20

About this trip

The world's most amazing all-inclusive trip to Australia, the land down under.   

                  

As always, we have gone out of our way to create a 1000 Treks-only amazing itinerary in which we will do tons of exciting activities and visit tons of incredible places. We will do the must-do tourist things that everyone has to do when they go to Australia, but, like we always do, we’ll take things to another level by seeing and doing unique and adventurous places and things.

 

HIGHLIGHTS: 


Here are some of the things we will be doing or have the option to do:


- Visit some of Australia’s major cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, Cairns, and Brisbane.

- 4 or  5-star, and unique experiential accommodations.

- Climb the Sydney Bridge, one of the most exiting adventures you will ever go on! *

- Explore the breathtaking Blue Mountains.

- Go face-to-face with Australia's unique wildlife at Featherdale Wildlife Park.

- Drive the Great Ocean Road, one of the world's most beautiful drives through the stunning southern coast of Australia.  

- Go on a jungle cruise through the Daintree Rainforest, where we will spot crocodiles in the wild and have a chance to spot the elusive platypus!  

- Get introduced to the Aboriginal culture, the oldest living culture in the world, dating back 40,000 years!

- Snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef, the largest reef in the world.

- Scuba dive on the Great Barrier Reef! This is a must for any scuba diver, but you will be able to do it even if you have never scuba dived before!*

- Go whitewater rafting.*

- Go bungee jumping or swinging at AJ Hackett Skypark!*

- Visit Fitzroy Island.*

- Swim at Whitehaven Beach, arguably the most beautiful beach in the world!

- Visit the incredible K'Gari Island (formerly know as Fraser Island), the largest sand island in the world, and go on a two-day 4x4 adventure where you can drive your own 4x4 through the sandy beaches.

- Visit Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary where you will have the chance to cuddle with a koala!

- Visit the Australian Outback, one of the most fascinating lands in the world.*

- See the famous Uluru (Ayers Rock) and do a full hike around it. *

- Take a helicopter flight over Uluru, one of the most amazing experiences you will ever have!*


* Optional activities

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What’s included

  • Accommodations
    All the hotel stays at 4 and 5-star hotels, double-occupancy (please see OCCUPANCY below).
  • Meals
    15 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches and 2 Dinners.
  • Internal Flights
    Flight from Sydney to Melbourne, Melbourne to Cairns, and Proserpine to Brisbane.
  • Airport Transportation
    Transportation to and from airports (if you arrive and depart within the flight guidelines).
  • Tour Transportation
    Entrance to all activities, tours, & locations listed in the itinerary unless otherwise listed as optional.
  • Expert Guide
    English-speaking guides throughout the trip (guides won't be with us 24/7, but we will have guides throughout the trip).
  • Group Leader
    1000 Treks Group Leader throughout the trip.

What’s not included

  • International Flights
    Flights to and from Australia
  • Optional Activities
    Any activity listed as optional or not specifically listed as included in the itinerary.
  • Meals Not Specified
    Any meal not specifically listed in the itinerary
  • Travel Insurance
    Required at the latest 7 days after final payment for the trip.
  • Tips
    Gratuities to guides, drivers, staff, etc.
  • Rentals
    Any potential rentals outside of included activities.
  • Souvenirs & Extras
    Souvenirs or anything you would like to purchase.

Available Packages

Double-Occupancy

Double-Occupancy Room


You will be paired up with someone of the same gender as a roommate, unless you have someone that you are already coming with.  


The last people to RSVP and pay the deposit MAY have to be put in triple-occupancy rooms (if we end up with an odd number of men or women).   

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$6,295
Deposit: $600
Past Trip
Single Occupancy

You will have your own room throughout the trip. Subject to availability.  

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$8,995
Deposit: $600
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Available Add-Ons

Early Arrival - Shared
$210

Hotel room and transportation on May 24 if you would like to arrive earlier. Double- or triple-occupancy room. 

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Early Arrival - Single
$420

Hotel room and transportation on May 24 if you would like to arrive earlier. Single room. Subject to availability.

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Certified Diving at GBR (ONE DIVE)
$50

Scuba diving at the Great Barrier Reef for certified divers. Choose this option if you only want to do one dive.

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Certified Diving at GBR (TWO DIVES)
$90

Scuba diving at the Great Barrier Reef for certified divers. Choose this option if you want to do TWO dives. 

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Introductory Diving at GBR (ONE DIVE)
$60

Scuba diving at the Great Barrier Reef for NON-CERTIFIED DIVERS. You will take a quick class and dive with an instructor closely watching and guiding you. Choose this option if you only want to do one dive.

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Introductory Diving at GBR (TWO DIVES)
$100

Scuba diving at the Great Barrier Reef for NON-CERTIFIED DIVERS. You will take a quick class and dive with an instructor closely watching and guiding you. Choose this option if you want to do TWO DIVES. 

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Itinerary

TRIP INFORMATION
PAYMENT TERMS | FLIGHTS | MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION

  

PAYMENT TERMS

- A deposit of 600.00 (non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-movable) starts your reservation. Once you make your deposit, you will need to sign our contract within 72 hours to guarantee your spot. You can read the contract in advance HERE. 


- Your deposit will be used to purchase your non-refundable and non-transferable domestic flights, therefore, for this trip, your deposit is non-transferrable and non-movable. If you cancel your trip at any time after signing the contract, you will forfeit your deposit. Please be aware of this policy, as it differs from our usual policy of movable deposits.
 

- You will have until February 25 (three months before the trip) to finish making your payment. You can make payments in any way you prefer, so long as you are fully paid by February 25, 2024. 
 

- Uplift Financing available. Low-interest travel financing with low APR, no pre-payment penalty, and no effect on credit. 

 
 

FLIGHTS 

Flights to and from Australia are NOT included. 
 

Flight Guidelines

Shuttles will be provided if you meet the flight guidelines below: 
 

Arrival: Arrive at Sydney Airport (SYD) on May 25 before 7:30 AM (flights to Sydney usually arrive very early in the morning). The city tour starts at 12:00 PM. If you arrive later, you will miss the city tour.


Departure: Leave Brisbane Airport (BNE) on June 9 between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM. Check out at the hotel is at 11:00 AM. *
 

PLEASE NOTICE THAT THE DEPARTURE AIRPORT IS DIFFERENT FROM THE ARRIVAL AIRPORT

 
 

IMPORTANT MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION


- Trip Physical Level: 3, with optional level 4 activities. 


- All trips are governed by our comprehensive contract. You should familiarize yourself with it prior to signing up for any of our trips. You can access it by clicking HERE or visiting https://www.1000treks.com/contract/. A link to the contract can also be found at the bottom of all our web pages under CONTRACT. Please note that the deposit policy for this trip differs from the movable deposits shown on our online contract.
 

- Travel insurance is required.  You will need to purchase travel insurance at the latest three (3) days after the final payment for the Trip.

 

- As of the time of this posting all nationalities require a visa for Australia. To learn more and start the process of getting a visa, visit: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-finder

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Who’s Going

ED
Eduardo D.
LS
Leigh Starr B.
CA
Cynthia Ann R.
1T
1000 Treks B.
JF
Janet F.
CL
Caryn LeMay B.

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AD
Fantastic trip, full of fun activities, great people, delicious food. Totally enjoyed it!
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By Andrea D for Thanksgiving in Thailand on Dec 10, 2024
SL
Magical and fun! Our leader Eduardo Brita planned and organized power packed days so we got the most out of our experience. From the first day on we were swept off our feet into the splendor of Bangkok. What we covered in just one day could have been spread out over a week and yet I didn't feel it was a superficial looksee, we were totally immersed and dazzled. From Bangkok we ventured to Phuket. The Thai people were gracious and the Thai food delicious & the natural beauty took my breath away. Especially underwater, the sea life diverse and plentiful and spectacular. Exploring the islands, the sea caves, the markets, the floating market, making flower boats with candles and incense then setting them afloat in the sea cave was a very moving experience. And, to top it off, our experience in the Elephant Sanctaury was something I will always cherish, soul nourishing. Hats off to Eduardo for creating such a spectacular experience.
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By Susan L for Thanksgiving in Thailand on Dec 04, 2024
CL
I have loved 1000 Treks for their active, great itineraries, enough that Africa was my 12th trip with them. While the itinerary was amazing, the trip fell short of expectations. This long review explains why this trip was a disappointment to me. Highlights of the trip: 1. Seeing African animals on safaris, like elephants, rhinos, giraffes, Cape buffalo, lions, and even a leopard and hyena. 2. Experiencing amazing gorilla and chimpanzee treks. 3. Viewing Victoria Falls from many angles, including Devil’s Pool. In general: 1. Eduardo seemed detached from the group as a whole. 2. There was no initial group meeting to set expectations and introduce ourselves. There has always been one in the past. 3. We often didn’t leave at the planned times because we had to wait for people. It was frustrating to be ready very early in the morning when others couldn’t be bothered. 4. Closer attention to timing was needed. Often times we were running late to our next activity. Sometimes lunch had to be picked up at a convenience store due to lack of time. 5. At times, no regard was given as to whether everyone was present. One example: cloth gift bags were given at one hotel, each one made from a different material. Eduardo did not wait until everyone was present to pass them out. When I arrived at the designated time and place, everyone had already chosen their bags. 6. The trip’s unstated theme was each person for themselves. South Africa: 1. We had a nice tour of the city which ran late. We had to walk a fair distance, winding through the busy V&A Waterfront Mall, to get to a boat to take us to Robben Island. Eduardo rushed ahead with no regard as to where the group was. We were spread out over a significant distance (at least ¼ mile) to keep the person in front and behind within sight to prevent losing anyone. When we got to the boat area, we were unsure where to go because Eduardo was nowhere to be seen. Paying more attention to timing could have alleviated this, and Eduardo’s disregard for the group was frustrating, distressing, and disappointing. 2. The itinerary said we would “actually swim with the penguins” at Boulder’s Beach. Wrong. Swimming was not allowed where the penguins were. After we left, Eduardo said they didn’t swim with the penguins on their previous trip either. As recommended, I packed wet suit pieces, a mask and snorkel that took up a lot of room in my suitcase and weren’t needed. 3. We were exposed to Apartheid at Robben Island and Soweto. There was no reason to spend an afternoon at the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg. It would have been nice to see more of the city. Victoria Falls: 1. More information would have been helpful as we passed through immigration at the airport. The people in one line were asked what countries they were going to and got a multiple-entry visa. Three of us in a different line were not asked and got a single-entry visa. As a result, we later had to get another visa, wasting time and money. Eduardo said he didn’t know. He was in the other line and could have told us to make sure we got the multiple-entry visa after he got his, but did not. 2. As we drove to the Gorge Swing, Eduardo announced that he was going first. This was unprofessional and several people were taken aback by this declaration. Flights to Rwanda: At one of the airports, I got stuck in a security line that stopped for almost 5 minutes. Everyone went ahead without me. Because people were frequently being left behind, after I found the group, I pulled Eduardo aside and said something. He said I had to stop blaming everyone and keep up. I was recovering from a broken leg, so I was not as fast as I usually am. However, I was doing a good job keeping up most of the time and often was not the last person. This callous statement hurt. Kibale: We were told we would be going to our next lodge before going on a swamp walk and cultural activities. Instead, we went to the swamp walk first. No explanation was given. We were not dressed for a muddy, wet walk. Rain gear and appropriate clothes and boots were in our suitcases. Some changed in the parking lot. My suitcase was on the bottom and inaccessible. They had rubber boots that we could wear, but they had a thin, non-supportive sole so I needed to wear my tennis shoes. Then it rained. I was soaked through including my undergarments. Then we continued on to the cultural activities. Two of us opted to stay in the jeep rather than walk down a muddy slope in the rain. We had to wait for an hour, soaking wet and freezing. There were two jeeps, so one took some of the group to the lodge, missing the cultural activities because of this poor planning. The next morning, I had to pack my wet clothes in my suitcase with no more hotel stops before going home. That’s where they stayed for more than 48 hours. Last day: The chimpanzee trek was wonderful. We left 20 minutes late because we had to wait for people. That 20 minutes could have been used to clean up after the trek. Instead of going back to the lodge to clean up before a 7-hour drive and long flights home, we had a choice of changing in the parking lot, in the room where the guides were sitting, or a bathroom far too small to accommodate the women since Eduardo said we were in a hurry. I had to pack very muddy boots in my suitcase for the 40+ hours until I arrived home. As it turns out, we arrived 6 hours before the first flight. We would have had time to clean up after the chimp trek, but were not given the choice.
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By Caryn LeMay B for The Greatest Africa Trip Ever! Safaris, Gorillas, Devil's Pool & More! on Nov 09, 2024
CL
Australia was another amazing, fantastic 1000 Treks trip! WOW! We saw and did so many adventurous, life-enriching things, from the Sydney Bridge Climb to walking through a mangrove, snorkeling, seeing Australian animals, and so much more. Our small group of women made the trip that much more enjoyable.
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By Caryn LeMay B for Australia: The Adventure Down Under on Jun 11, 2024
CL
Patagonia was fabulous! The group was wonderful with no drama and lots of laughs. And the area is gorgeous.
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By Caryn LeMay B for Patagonia on Apr 04, 2024
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