Australia · SAFARI
The 6 best off-road safaris you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason, so start there.
Review of Ocean Safari Cape Tribulation, a fast half-day reef trip with two snorkel sites, turtles, coral, and Daintree views.
“Very well run trip with an excellent crew - Muzza and Connor did a great job making everyone feel welcome and safe while having plenty of laughs along the way. The snorkelling was great too, we got lucky with excellent visibility.”
Review of Kangaroo Island’s 75-minute coastal safari, with dolphins, seals, sea birds, guide commentary, practical tips, price, and booking advice.
“The ocean tour was great. The boat was lovely and the skipper a thoroughly nice chap. We saw dolphins, sea lions and had a thoroughly nice time.”
Swim with manta rays at Ningaloo Reef on a full-day Coral Bay safari with turtles, sharks, coral gardens, meals, and a spotter plane.
“What an incredible experience! A must do and definitely worth making the trip up to coral bay just for this experience. We got incredibly lucky and saw between 10-15 manta rays, 5 turtles, loads of reef sharks, a porcupine ray and a blue spotted ray. Based on what the team were saying - you see more manta rays around a full moon so definitely worth noting and planning around if you can! The team were incredible - a massive shout out to Bodie, Tash, Dan, Kai and Laura. Not only we’re they very knowledgeable about the manta rays but you could tell how passionate they are about caring and respecting…”
Ride a Yamaha jet ski through Airlie Beach bays, spot turtles and dolphins, and enjoy a guided hour on Whitsunday waters.
“Thoroughly enjoyable experience. Host Instructor was very well organised. Start locaton very convenient for those staying near Port of Airlie. Course was quite challenging at times. Scenery was breathtaking.”
Review of Top End Safari Camp near Darwin, with airboat thrills, crocodiles, brunch, a helicopter flight, and practical booking advice.
“An epic experience! we went as a family for my croc-obsessed son's 10th birthday and it certainly was a day that he'll remember...especially as he got to meet his idol Matt Wright too. Everything ran super smoothly, and was highly engaging. I actually can't pick a highlight of the tour as all the activities were awesome!”
Explore Uluru, Kata Tjuṯa, and Kings Canyon on a three-day camping safari from Alice Springs with guided hikes and desert sunrises.
“It involves a lot of time in the bus for transport so be patient. It is very hot out there in the autumn so be prapared. Bring some isolated water bottles. But to be out there an look at all the beauty is worth the pain.”
Pick a coast, a rock or a vineyard.
