The best family-friendly activities in Australia for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

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Giant Swing Skypark Cairns by AJ Hackett

Australia's only giant swing where riders control their own release - and the only swing in the country that takes groups of up to three …More

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Australia's only giant swing where riders control their own release - and the only swing in the country that takes groups of up to three...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (361)
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$77
Tasman Peninsula Wilderness Cruise from Port Arthur

Take Robert Pennicott’s award winning three hour Tasman Island Cruise along the spectacular coastline between Eaglehawk Neck and Port Arthur.  See the highest vertical sea …More

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Take Robert Pennicott’s award winning three hour Tasman Island Cruise along the spectacular coastline between Eaglehawk Neck and Port Arthur.  See the highest vertical sea...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (300)
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$134
Small Group Manly Snorkel Tour and Nature Walk with Local Guide

Enjoy a relaxed 2.5 hour snorkeling and walking tour at Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve in Manly, just a short hop from Sydney. This morning …More

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Enjoy a relaxed 2.5 hour snorkeling and walking tour at Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve in Manly, just a short hop from Sydney. This morning...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$88
Ultimate Adelaide Walking Tour

Get the full Adelaide Experience with this comprehensive and enjoyable tour. Take more time than an introductory tour so that you can develop deep Adelaide …More

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Get the full Adelaide Experience with this comprehensive and enjoyable tour. Take more time than an introductory tour so that you can develop deep Adelaide...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (290)
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$52
Maria Island Cruise and Walk with Lunch (from Triabunna)

Discover the remarkable coastline and history of Maria Island from both water and land, gaining a unique perspective on its ancient geology, secluded bays and …More

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Discover the remarkable coastline and history of Maria Island from both water and land, gaining a unique perspective on its ancient geology, secluded bays and...

6 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (264)
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$201
Mornington Peninsula Scenic 1.5 hour boat cruise.

Park your car and meet your luxury boat at the end of Sorrento Pier, your crew will greet you and welcome you onboard. See Australian …More

Park your car and meet your luxury boat at the end of Sorrento Pier, your crew will greet you and welcome you onboard. See Australian...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$53
Hobart Sailing Experience

You will be sailing in a Sydney to Hobart race maxi - really sailing - and on one of the most beautiful harbours in the …More

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You will be sailing in a Sydney to Hobart race maxi - really sailing - and on one of the most beautiful harbours in the...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (265)
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$120
Taronga Zoo Entry & Return Ferry - Sydney Harbour

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 …More

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...

4 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
4.5 (807)
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$56
The Famous Red Shark Thrill Ride with Oz Jet Boating!

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 …More

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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...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (443)
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$63
3.5 Hour Broome Dolphin Sunset Cruise

Broome’s Original Snubfin Dolphin & Sunset Adventure! Experience more than just a sunset cruise —join an exclusive discovery. While many sail the bay, we take …More

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Broome’s Original Snubfin Dolphin & Sunset Adventure! Experience more than just a sunset cruise —join an exclusive discovery. While many sail the bay, we take...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (147)
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$137
Ord River Cruise Experience with Riverside Lunch

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, …More

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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,...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (219)
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$181
Daintree Waters Tour

Exclusive, small group adventure tour showcasing the best of the Daintree Rainforest, in tropical North Queensland. Highlights include swimming in the pristine, freshwater of Cassowary …More

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Exclusive, small group adventure tour showcasing the best of the Daintree Rainforest, in tropical North Queensland. Highlights include swimming in the pristine, freshwater of Cassowary...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (172)
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$173
Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise from Adventure Bay, Bruny Island

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 …More

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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...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (313)
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$134
Highlights of Canberra Full Day Tour

Witness the wonderful views of Canberra and the region from the top of Mount Ainslie. Visit NCA Exhibition Centre. Be guided through the corridors of …More

Witness the wonderful views of Canberra and the region from the top of Mount Ainslie. Visit NCA Exhibition Centre. Be guided through the corridors of...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (475)
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$133
Phillip Island Seal-Watching Cruise

See thousands of Australian fur seals in their natural habitat during a 2-hour wildlife cruise from Phillip Island. Journey on a comfortable catamaran with indoor …More

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See thousands of Australian fur seals in their natural habitat during a 2-hour wildlife cruise from Phillip Island. Journey on a comfortable catamaran with indoor...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (151)
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$81
Great Barrier Reef 40 Minute Scenic Flight from Cairns - Reef Hopper

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, …More

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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,...

40 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (227)
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$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 …More

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...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$113
Guided Cape Bruny Lighthouse Tour - Bruny Island

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 …More

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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...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (311)
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$18
Early Morning Ballooning in Alice Springs

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 …More

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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...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (444)
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$273
Wait-A-While Night Tour: Platypus, Tree Kangaroos & Rainforest

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, …More

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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,...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (434)
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$166
Epic Kayak With Dolphins & Wildlife - 4WD Beach Adventure Noosa

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 …More

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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...

6 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (444)
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$127
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