Top Canberra Outdoor Activities

Get the most out of your visit to the National Museum of Australia by joining a guided tour of its highlights. An expert guide will take you to some of the most significant items and displays in the museum, and tell you stories about their meaning and history. You’ll gain a greater insight into contemporary Australia through learning about its past.

We offer an unparalleled exploration of Canberra's vibrant floral beauty. Unlike other tours, we take you to three iconic locations, each offering a unique perspective of Australia's rich biodiversity. Starting with the National Botanic Gardens, you'll learn about our native plants' fascinating survival strategies. Then, you'll experience the Floriade Festival, a visual spectacle of over 300,000 blooming flowers celebrating spring. Lastly, a visit to Tulip Tops Gardens, a private estate, offers a serene setting adorned with colorful tulips. This tour is more than just sightseeing; it's a sensory experience of color, fragrance, and natural beauty. Plus, our experienced local guides ensure a comfortable and engaging journey. Whether you're a nature lover, a gardening enthusiast, or someone simply seeking a delightful day out, this tour offers a unique opportunity to appreciate nature's artistry.

Time and time again the Best of Wildlife tour impresses those who choose to take part. A half day, afternoon tour, we travel at the best time of the day to see some of Australia’s unique animals in the wild. The tour begins with pickup at your accommodation before a half hour to 40-minute journey through the rural surrounds of Canberra to the Deep Space Tracking Station at Tidbinbilla. Here you’ll learn about the significant role played by our telescopes in the Apollo missions and first moon landing as well as current day deep space tracking. From the Deep Space Tracking Station, we’ll travel the short distance to the Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve where some of Australia’s most iconic native animals living in the wild. Through the reserve we’ll hopefully witness and get close to: Kangaroos Wallabies Koalas Platypus Colourful parrots and other birds Emus After hopefully spotting platypus towards the end of the tour, you’ll enjoy the 30-40 minute tour back into your accommodation.

Simplify your sightseeing around Canberra by renting an electric scooter for up to a day. Choose your own route and itinerary, to suit your needs and interests. Ride around the lake, to parliament, and to the city’s many fantastic museums and galleries. Cover more ground than you would touring on foot. The scooters are easy to ride.

Get out of landlocked Canberra for two days of kayaking and camping on the South Coast, around Batemans Bay. Avoid the risk of getting lost or missing the best bits when you kayak along the coast with a guide and small group. Camp out at a remote campsite overnight to enjoy the peace and quiet and fresh air.

Get to know Canberra on this app led Scavenger hunt, titled ART in Canberra, ACT. The program will give you a series of trivia and clues to solve while you explore some secret and unknown places in the city. You’ll learn about the culture and history of Canberra, and hopefully have a fantastic time doing it.

Embark on an adrenaline-fueled adventure with an action-packed 2.5-hour session, where every minute is a thrill ride from start to finish! Dive into the excitement as you gear up and prepare to conquer not just one, not two, but three heart-pounding Junior Courses! Then, elevate your experience as you take on a staggering five Tree Ropes Courses, each one brimming with over 90 aerial obstacles that'll test your courage and agility to the max. Feel the rush as you soar through the treetops on 16 electrifying ziplines, suspended daringly between 1 to 15 meters above the ground! Get ready to push your limits and unleash your inner daredevil in the ultimate aerial adventure!

The South Coast of NSW is famous for its temperate climate and amazing beaches. The area of Murramarang National Park is no exception. Based out of Canberra your tour starts with a hotel pickup on the morning of day 1, witness incredible mountain ranges and varied jagged dramatic coastline, colour rich sandstone layers and conglomerates awaiting discovery. Each of the three days on this journey are surprisingly different, walking this stretch of coast is an intricate insight into the timeline of the Australian environment, be prepared to walk rock ledges, sandy beaches, pebbly coves and forest trails. Walking with only a day pack you can enjoy the relative weightless hiking with optional side hikes, yummy lunches and arrive to your private beachfront villa accommodation along route.

Experience the wonders of Australian fauna with “Wings & Wilds of Canberra – A Tidbinbilla Journey”. Commencing with a picturesque 40-minute journey through Canberra’s serene landscapes, we guide you to the heart of Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve. At this prime time of day for animal activity, you’ll marvel at the sight of kangaroos bounding freely, wallabies navigating the underbrush, graceful emus, and the endearing koalas nestled in the gum trees. Dive into the intrigue of spotting the elusive platypus in its natural habitat. The reserve’s vibrant ecosystem also promises a spectacular display of colorful parrots and other indigenous birds. As the sun dips, a tranquil drive escorts you back to your accommodation, concluding a day etched with unforgettable encounters with Australia’s rich wildlife.

Immerse yourself in a wine lover’s paradise with a full-day tour to the distinguished wineries of Canberra and Murrumbateman. Beginning in Canberra, embark on a scenic journey through picturesque landscapes, bound for a day of winemaking narratives, sumptuous tastings, and a delightful gourmet lunch. Each winery visited boasts its own charm, providing unique insight into the intricate art of viticulture and the winemaking process. Discover an array of distinct flavors, a testament to the rich terroir of the region. This tour provides an unmissable opportunity to delve into the world of wine, from the vine to the glass. Experience the region’s wine-making heritage, savoring every sip and creating memories to last a lifetime.