Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Australia (Updated 2026)

Sydney Beer and Brewery Tour
Sample your way through Sydney's thriving craft beer scene with a guide who takes you behind the scenes at the city’s best local breweries. You...
$109

Enjoy a fun-filled day cruising through beautiful Sydney Harbour and visiting Taronga Zoo. See iconic Sydney landmarks from the water and meet the animals of...
$56

Feel your adrenalin rush on a 30-minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Thrill Ride. As the jet boat powers across Sydney Harbour, see the Sydney Opera...
$63

Triple J Tours operates exclusively on Lake Kununurra between the Diversion Dam (Kununurra) to the Ord Top Dam (Lake Argyle). Fast-boat cruising, incredible gorge country,...
$181

This tour is perfect for those looking to experience the best of the Yarra Valley, without dedicating an entire day to do it. As part...
$88

Discover Tasmania’s Bruny Island on this eco-cruise from Adventure Bay, Bruny Island. Feel the awesome power of the Southern Ocean on a three-hour coastal wilderness...
$134

Set out on a self-drive pontoon boat adventure in Cairns, exploring the breathtaking Trinity Inlet with up to eight guests. Surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery,...
$190

See the best of the Great Barrier Reef on this 40-minute scenic flight in our high wing aircraft. You'll see Cairns, Green Island, Arlington Reef,...
$204

Brisbane Drive by Day - Private Tour
A low cost, great introduction to Brisbane. Sit back, relax and enjoy Brisbane in a private tour, as you cruise around for 2.5 hours during...
$113

Guided by a passionate hiker and photographer who has spent a lifetime in the Blue Mountains, this small-group day tour from Sydney goes where the...
$152

Join a guided tour of Cape Bruny Lighthouse, the only Lighthouse in Southern Tasmania open for tours. Take in the best views on Bruny Island...
$18

Float above the outback desert on this exciting hot air balloon adventure! Rise before dawn and watch your balloon inflate in the early rays of...
$272

See Australia's unique animals and birds in their natural environment on a rainforest wildlife-spotting tour in the Atherton Tablelands. Led by an expert nature guide,...
$166

Explore Noosa's Great Sandy National Park, only reachable by 4WD, offering an untouched and pristine environment for wildlife encounters. Get the chance to paddle alongside...
$126

Immerse yourself in the exclusive and unparalleled experience of Cairns’ sole dinner cruise, where you'll be greeted with a welcoming glass of sparkling wine, beer,...
$102

In just one extraordinary day, experience two of Victoria’s top wildlife attractions: the Nobbies and Seal Rocks, with one of Australia's largest colony of fur...
$95

RoofClimb Adelaide Oval Experience
Experience this 2-hour adventure along the roof of the Adelaide Oval in the heart of the city. With your guide, navigate from the Western Stand across...
$88

For a great day out on the pristine waters between Hervey Bay and K'gari (Fraser Island), join this 5-hour cruise. Be as active as you...
$113

Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tour Adelaide
Join us on a guided kayak tour and paddle where only kayaks can go. Explore peaceful mangrove lined creeks, glide past shipwrecks and keep an...
$56

Wilsons Promontory Cruises is the only cruise operating out of the Wilsons Promontory National Park. Travel is world's first amphibious boats and see a coastline...
$116

Hobart Kayak Tour
Nestled between river and mountain, Hobart has one of the most picturesque harbours in the world. Join this 2.5-hour city paddle and go behind the...
$99

