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15 Parks and Reserves in Australia, From Cheapest Up

52 tours  ·  from $39

This is the list you would text a mate who lands on Friday: 15 parks and reserves that hold their price, each with the traveller verdict and the one thing worth knowing beforehand.

Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise - The 6:00 AM start and drive north
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Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise

1.Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,119 reviews · from $172Our pick

Spend about 11 hours with Litchfield Escapes visiting Adelaide River crocodiles, Litchfield’s termite mounds, Wangi Falls, Florence Falls, and Buley Rockhole. Hotel-area pickup, lunch, snacks, water, and a small group of up to 24 are included. Guides such as Dylan, Daz, Will, and Damo bring local stories and humor to a full, active day.

“A fantastic tour led by an incredible guide! Dylan communicated clearly before the tour and was outstanding throughout the day. His knowledge of the crocodiles, wildlife, and the broader history and nature of the national park and Darwin areRead more”

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Grampians National Park Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne - Ballarat and the Eureka Stockade Memorial
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Grampians National Park Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne

2.Grampians National Park Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 761 reviews · from $111

Spend about 13 hours touring the Grampians from Melbourne with a Go West guide such as Cloe, Jacqui, Mel, or Bluey. You’ll visit Silverband Falls, Halls Gap, Reed and Boroka Lookouts, MacKenzie Falls, and the Grand Canyon circuit, with coffee, Wi-Fi, hotel pickup, and wildlife sightings included.

“The Grampians park is a long drive from Melbourne, but definitely worth it if you have time. Though this particular trip doesn't give you a ton of time in a each spot, it does a good job of giving you a taste of the area -- the views are great and hiking is pretty easy. Plus our guide Jaimes A. was excellent!”

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From Port Arthur: Tasman Island Wilderness Cruise - Cape Pillar and the tallest sea cliffs
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From Port Arthur: Tasman Island Wilderness Cruise

3.From Port Arthur: Tasman Island Wilderness Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 704 reviews · 3 hours · from $127

Set out from the Tasman Island Cruises office for a fast, open-air 3-hour cruise along Tasmania’s wild southern coast. You’ll pass Cape Pillar’s towering cliffs, rock arches, waterfalls, blowholes, caves, seals, seabirds, dolphins, and possibly whales. The crew, including guides such as Tim, Damo, Andrew, and Hamish on different departures, provides lively commentary and wildlife spotting.

“We had the tour a few days ago and it was fantastic. Incredible sights!!! Be warned that the temperatures can swing a fair bit (this is Tasmania after all!) - if you're in the sun you will likely grill, but when the boat goes at full speed, the wind will cool you down really fast! We took the pick-up option from Hobart harbour, which was very practical.”

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Sydney: Blue Mountains National Park Tour with River Cruise - Sydney Zoo before the crowds
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Sydney: Blue Mountains National Park Tour with River Cruise

4.Blue Mountains National Park Tour with River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 701 reviews · 10h 30m · from $70Best value

Spend about 10.5 hours with Oz Trails visiting Sydney Zoo, Blue Mountains lookouts, Wentworth Falls, Leura, Three Sisters, and Scenic World. Guides such as Les and Bruce add local stories, Aboriginal legends, plant and animal facts, and plenty of humor. Zoo and Scenic World tickets cost extra, while lunch is on you. Return to Circular Quay by ferry.

“Bruce was an amazing guide. very knowledgeable. We had a great day”

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From Hobart/Adventure Bay: Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise - Choosing between Hobart and Bruny Island departures
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From Hobart/Adventure Bay: Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise

5.From Hobart/Adventure Bay: Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 601 reviews · 3 - 10 hours · from $127

Ride a fast, open-air boat along Bruny Island’s rugged southern coast with an English-speaking guide. Look for seals, dolphins, migrating whales, albatross, penguins, and seabirds near The Friars, then explore the island. Choose a Bruny Island departure or a Hobart package with ferry crossings and a guided bus return.

“Amazing. To be able to see incredible rock formations and layers up close that you couldn’t see from car is amazing. Beautiful wildlife along the way and a fun boat tour overall”

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Port Arthur Full-day Guided Tour with Harbour Cruise and Tasman National Park - The 30-minute harbour cruise and Isle of the Dead
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Port Arthur Full-day Guided Tour with Harbour Cruise and Tasman National Park

6.Port Arthur Full-day Guided Tour with Harbour Cruise and Tasman National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 585 reviews · from $121

Spend about nine hours visiting Richmond, Pirates Bay, Tasman Arch, Port Arthur Historic Site, Remarkable Cave and the Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry. Your guide handles the driving and commentary, while you get 4.5 hours at Port Arthur, including the site talk and a 30-minute cruise around the Isle of the Dead. Hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport and entry are included.

“Port Aurthor is remarkable historical spots ,with special old buildings, apartment, churchs and fabulous sea view. The visitors can get the idea of the pitty live of convict and how the prison officers manage those convicts.”

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From Melbourne: Grampians National Park Group Tour - Ballarat morning tea and the Eureka Rebellion Site
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From Melbourne: Grampians National Park Group Tour

7.Grampians National Park Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 505 reviews · from $102

Spend 13 hours exploring the Grampians from Melbourne with Go West Tours. Visit Silverband Falls, Grand Canyon, MacKenzie Falls, Reeds Lookout, and Boroka Lookout, with time for kangaroos, short walks, and lunch in Halls Gap. English-speaking guides such as Jaimes, Lisa, Lucy, and Chris lead the day, with audio commentary in 16 languages.

“We've had such a great time on this trip! Thanks to Woody, our amazing tour guide, we discovered terrific places, went hiking and saw plenty of wild animals. You'd never guess he's only been tour guiding for a few months – he's really skilled and experienced! One of the best trips! We highly recommend it!”

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Hobart: Bruny Island Wilderness Coast Eco Cruise with Lunch - Morning tea and the road to Adventure Bay
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Hobart: Bruny Island Wilderness Coast Eco Cruise with Lunch

8.Bruny Island Wilderness Coast Eco Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 498 reviews · 10 hours · from $194

Spend 10 hours exploring Bruny Island by coach, ferry, and custom-built coastal boat. Guides such as Zoe, Jamie, Liam, and Murray bring the island to life, while the cruise takes you beneath sea cliffs, into caves, and past Friar Rocks seals. Lunch, morning tea, jackets, water, and hotel drop-off are included.

“It was amazing, I mananged to see whales, seals, and dolphins on the boat. The tour guide showed us a lot of beautiful place!”

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Wilsons Promontory Wilderness Cruise from Tidal River - South Point and the outer coast
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Wilsons Promontory Wilderness Cruise from Tidal River

9.Wilsons Promontory Wilderness Cruise from Tidal River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 449 reviews · from $118

Set out from Norman Beach with guides such as Damo, Ella or Jazzie on a 2.5-hour amphibious cruise along Wilsons Promontory. Expect granite cliffs, Skull Rock, South Point, fur seals and possible dolphins or whales. Jackets are supplied, but Bass Strait can be cold and rough.

“Great boat trip with an informative crew and amazing scenery - skull rock was the clear highlight 🤟”

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From Darwin: Kakadu Wilderness Escape Day Tour - Fogg Dam and the Adelaide River wetlands
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From Darwin: Kakadu Wilderness Escape Day Tour

10.Kakadu Wilderness Escape Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 361 reviews · from $168

Travel from Darwin into Kakadu National Park with an English-speaking driver-guide such as Dani, Tim, Rick, or Leigh. Visit Ubirr, Cahills Crossing, Bowali Visitor Centre, and Fogg Dam or join an optional jumping crocodile cruise. Expect a 12-hour day, nearly 600 kilometres of driving, short walks, wildlife, and powerful Aboriginal cultural stories.

“Our driver/guide Dani was amazing. Being local to the area and having connections with this land, her knowledge was incredible and her delivery spot on. Highly highly recommend. 🖤💛❤️”

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Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise from Adventure Bay, Bruny Island - Wildlife watching without false promises
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Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise from Adventure Bay, Bruny Island

11.Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise from Adventure Bay, Bruny Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 293 reviews · from $129

From Adventure Bay, Pennicott Wilderness Journeys takes you along south Bruny Island’s coast in a custom-built eco-cruiser. Expect sea cliffs, caves, blowholes and wildlife searches, with guides such as Ben, Jordy, Hamish and Zoe sharing local nature and history. Waterproof jackets are supplied, but warm layers are essential.

“Amazing experience in Bruny Island. We were able to see all the cliffs, sea caves and wildlife. Staff were extremely friendly and funny. Definitely worth the price for amount of time on the water and the experience. Would 100% recommend this cruise.”

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Tasman Peninsula Wilderness Cruise from Port Arthur - The ride toward Tasman Island
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Tasman Peninsula Wilderness Cruise from Port Arthur

12.Tasman Peninsula Wilderness Cruise from Port Arthur

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 285 reviews · from $129

Cruise from Port Arthur toward Eaglehawk Neck with a local guide, passing Tasman Island, sea caves, towering cliffs, and a lighthouse. Full-length waterproof jackets are provided, and you may spot seals, dolphins, albatrosses, eagles, or whales. The boat ride can be lively, so dress warmly and arrive by 9:15am for the briefing and bus transfer.

“Cliffs were amazing! Everyone who's into nature should definitely see it! I was there at the right season and we also did some dolphin and whale watching in addition.”

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Litchfield National Park Day Tour from Darwin - Florence Falls starts the day with the biggest effort
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Litchfield National Park Day Tour from Darwin

13.Litchfield National Park Day Tour from Darwin

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 264 reviews · from $154

Spend about nine hours visiting Florence, Tolmer, and Wangi Falls, plus magnetic termite mounds and Howard Springs. AAT Kings provides hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, commentary, lunch, and a driver-guide such as Cameron, Libby, or Jas. Swimming depends on park conditions, and Florence Falls requires 160 steps each way.

“In wet season Apparantly tour companies cancel and then you have to wait 14 days before a refund occurs I had two trips booked with aat and both were cancelled very disappointing when you plan a holiday a long way in advance. These trips are not cheap”

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From Cairns: Daintree Wilderness & Cape Tribulation Bus Tour - Wildlife Habitat gives you a close start
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From Cairns: Daintree Wilderness & Cape Tribulation Bus Tour

14.Daintree Wilderness & Cape Tribulation Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 259 reviews · 13 hours - 1 day · from $180

Spend a full day north of Cairns with Tropic Wings, visiting Wildlife Habitat, crossing the Daintree River by cable ferry, walking rainforest boardwalks, cruising for crocodiles, and relaxing at Cape Tribulation Beach. Guides such as George, Lisa, and Jeff are known for adding local stories, Aboriginal culture, and sharp wildlife facts. Expect a scenic but very long day.

“Lisa was our guide and she's absolutely fantastic. Has a lot of knowledge and is very interesting! The drive is really scenic and enjoyable with plenty of stops. A great mix of activities that we really enjoyed”

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Wineglass Bay & Freycinet National Park Day Trip from Hobart - Arriving at Freycinet National Park
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Wineglass Bay & Freycinet National Park Day Trip from Hobart

15.Wineglass Bay & Freycinet National Park Day Trip from Hobart

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 249 reviews · 10 hours · from $120

Travel from Hobart to Freycinet National Park in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide such as Gino, Phil, Bryony, or Tammy. Walk to Wineglass Bay Lookout, choose from several hiking options, visit scenic coastal stops, and buy fresh seafood or regional wine at your own cost.

“Had a great day, except I didn't make it to the top of Wine Glass bay. There are steps and its quite steep. But enjoyed the rest of the day. Even saw a couple of whales at the lighthouse. Geno and Lilly where full of info.”

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★ 4.6Tasmania: Wilderness and Wildlife Guided 6-Day TourFrom $83160 reviews
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★ 5.0Royal National Park private day tourFrom $36824 reviews
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★ 4.9Daintree National Park Tour, Cruise, & ZiplineFrom $21131 reviews
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★ 5.0Wilsons Promontory Morning Wilderness CruiseFrom $10971 reviews

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