Being one of the world’s largest countries, Australia has much to offer to the tourists, which include amazing uncommon experiences. Its east coast starting from Melbourne, the Lab, to Queensland, with bright sandy beaches, is a home to a number of extraordinary nautural and historical sights and thrilling experiences. As a fun lover, or nature lover or just the adventurous traveler there is something waiting to take your breath of astounding discovery in the east coast of Australia. Off my trips in and around Melbourne and along the east coast here are my recommendations of 12 fun activities that make a trip exciting.
1. Yarra Valley Wine Trail – A Three Day Tour
Yarra Valley is a beautiful wine tasting region just a one hour drive away from Melbourne. It is true that the people of this region talk about this place as one of the leading wine makers of Australia and thus if those who are interested in foods and wines gather here, they will be fully satisfied. Stretching over 200 kilometers to the east of Melbourne the Yarra Valley wine region is famous for its food tourism experiences.
Exploring the Yarra Valley is very much possible with all of the five senses. selves, and part of the fun includes hiring a car and driving to the valley. The trip is rather picturesque, so the aesthetic experience paves the way to the hedonistic experiences people are to have. Once you get there the wineries provide you with guided tours and wine tasting sessions of what the region’s wine producers have to offer. All the wineries have their peculiarities, so Everybody can enjoy wines of various types – for instance – red and white wines.
This is mostly because to fully enjoy all that the Yarra Valley offers, it is recommended to spend not less than two days in this region. This lets you to take the time to explore all the vineyards in the region and sample all the wonderful cuisine that is offered there. As well as wine tasting there are cheese farms, local to the valley, in which you can taste local cheeses that go well with the wines of the region. Accessories include particularly gourmet chocolates and hand-made olive oils that can be bought in specialty shops which enhance the visit.
Booking a hot air balloon ride over the vineyards at sun set make for a very incredible experience. This marvelous activity lets one have great views of the territory, especially the sun which by this time is looking orange painting the hilly region and the vines gold. Seeing the landscape of the Yarra Valley from up in a balloon makes it a memorable event and where the balloon experience is made even more serene.
2. Enjoying a Beachside Barbecue
Another one of about Oz ‘must dos’ is barbecuing on the sand dunes by the sea. This activity is locationless, because to the existence of many public barbecues right along the whole coastline of Australia. This makes it easy and cheap for any traveler to access hence making it enjoyable for travelers.
The beachside barbecue is the way not only to prepare but to cook a meal because this is not only about direct heat and fire but also about people and nature. Picture yourself barbecuing the brand-new fish, sumptuous meat or brightly colored vegetables right on the Internet, the sound of the sea breaking on the shore in the meantime. Beach barbecue, being a casual affair, makes it possible for children as well as adults to have a good meal in the comfort of their company.
Besides, the inhabitants of tourist regions and those tourists who cook for themselves get some benefits which are the peculiarities of using open-air barbecues: the actual benefits and the economical touch. In light with this, by opting for the use of public barbecues, one is able to avoid spending a lot of money on food yet you are able to prepare a good meal. It is a sensible idea for budget-conscious travelers, and the opportunity to store a night’s take on a bicycle should be welcome even in most developed cities.
This is specifically so when one is engaging in a beach barbecue so as not to have any bad impact on the environment. Take cleaning utensils with you so that you can leave the place as clean as you meet it. This not only creates a culture in which the environment is respected, but is also useful in maintaining the facilities for the use of other people in future.
3. Sailing in the Whitsundays
Whitsunday Islands is a 74 islands situated in the Queensland, it is famous for its natural beauty and crystal clear water. This archipelago is really amazing for people who like sea and especially to sail around between islands and at the tropical climate. That is why the Whitsunday Islands present one of the most stunning and untouched sceneries in the entire Australia, and they should not be missed.
Over sailing in the Whitsunday offers an exiting moment that is worthy to have when on a vocational trip. Regardless of whether you arrange for a private boat or take a professional guide for sailing; you will still be able to visit some of the most beautiful locations in the region. A very memorable part was Whitehaven Beach with its white sand and unbelievable blue green sea. This beach is characterized by its powder like sand made up of silica hence very hot when touched hence suitable for a sunbath or swim.
This area features excellent Pale and is also important for visitors who wants to scuba dive because the waters of the Whitsundays are situated inside the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. It is good for snorkeling or diving and one is able to watch corals and varieties of fish in the sea. Marine life is a vivid show of colors and activities, and a nice complementary to the cinematic view of beautiful beaches.
Among such options there is a sunset cruise that can add the atmosphere of romance and harmony to one’s life. A beautiful scene to behold is to watch the sunset in Whitsunday’s crystal water of the ocean. Considering the transformations which the sky undergoes at this time, together with the calm sea and it is simply delightful to have a view at the evening.
4. Going Around the Eastern Seaboard in a Camper
Discovering the east coast of Australia with a campervan is a special vacation that also gives great freedom on many things. When traveling by camper there are many roads and great equipped places to camp – so everywhere the country offers attractions for travellers, you can exploring at your own pace.
This means that once on a campervan trip, one gets a chance to confirm some sites that might go unnoticed if one was in a car or train. It is possible to rent a car and drive to some isolated area to have a picnic or simply stay in the car and watch the sea or a beautiful forest or the countryside. This flexibility enable the traveler to plan for a trip and make improvise on the way, and visit a number of places of his or her interest.
Australia is camper friendly, to which many campsites have additional services which include water, shower and toilets and power supply. There is also an option to have a wild camping which will increase the adventurous feeling. Nonetheless, to ensure a successful camping trip respond and hire the campervan in advance since they are popular commodity.
This is why selecting the correct campervan for you is so important. It include simple vans to sort of motor homes and the earlier one books the better since the vehicles available for hire are sorted according to the preferences of the tourists. Instead of the extensive research, which was done in the case of car rental services, the camper rental services can be easily found on various websites such as Camperdays, they provide a variety of choices to choose from.
5. Visiting the Healesville Sanctuary
The Healesville Sanctuary that is located just outside Melbourne is among the tourist attraction places known for the housing of the unique wildlife of Australia. This facility’s goal focuses on preserving native animals while offering the community a chance to observe animals in their natural circumstances.Australia has some of the unique animals in the world and still has a vast number of species of wildlife still to be discovered. Animals commonly associated with Australia like kangaroos, koalas and others like echidnas, wombats and wallabies and many more are provided captive animal care and handling by Healesville Sanctuary. Sources of revenues and business model of the sanctuary are different from those of a conventional zoo.
The following are the things that a visitor to the sanctuary can engage in and observe during presentation of programs undertaken to conserve Australians’ wildlife: These programs may entail the public being able to engage in certain activities to be able to study more about the several animals and their environments. It is a sanctuary that focuses in research and conservation thus when you visit, you are supporting an important cause in the protection of wildlife.
To any person who may feel that most of the contemporary zoos are out rightly wrong, Healesville Sanctuary provides a very different experience. It’s a place where special attention is paid to the needs of the animals, where people can get more than just fun while widening their knowledge about the Australian fauna.
6. Biking around Melbourne and Sydney
Melbourne and Sydney are both numerate cities and cycling is ideal for moving around the two cities. Infrastructure of both cities are somewhat bike-friendly which enables you to get around more while also exploring cities. By bike, one gets a vantage view and feel of neighborhoods and tourist attractions in these cities than in a hurry by car or on foot.
Melbourne has beautiful routes for cycling and they include the commercialized zone or the Chinatown and the artsy suburb of St. Kilda. Bike lanes and paths are well-developed which makes a user to move around the city and explore the different regions. Another activity within this area is cycling through the Yarra River where one can get to see more of Melbourne’s nature.
Australia’s largest city and state capital Sydney is perfect for cycling, due to its meaningful attractions and heterogeneity of the districts it occupies. Drive along streets such as Newtown nicely blended with arts or head to the coast and explore Manly Beach. The city is bicycle friendly; there are bike trails and bike lanes that will allow those who do not have to bother with the crazy traffic.
On a bicycle, various companies such as the Baja Bikes offer the best way to discover the cities since they encompass organized biking tours. These tours are conducted by experienced personnel who have adequate knowledge in history, culture, and other interesting facts concerning the place thus making your experience even better.
7. Looking for the Dingoes on Fraser Island
This, among other natural features, was earned Fraser Island, the largest sand island in the world. The inhabitants of the island which may prove to be of significant interest are dingoes that are Australia’s wild dog. Wildlife lovers will have a lot to enjoy from Fraser Island as it is among those few places where you will find pure bred dingoes.
Sighting dingoes in Fraser Island is more a thrilling event. These are wild animals which though resemble dogs should never be approached or provoked since they are wild animals. Dingoes are a protected species, which means that purebred ones are watched closely; tourists should not expose themselves to the wild animals.
There are many other natural attractions on the island other than dingoes that are worth exploring. It is a large sand island with sandy blowers, freshwater lakes, and tall dense forests of eucalypt and peppermint trees. Touring the island allows one to go through different regions in Australia and enjoy the natural beauty of the island.
8. Visiting the South Melbourne Market
Here, in the South Melbourne Market, you will find the best of its local people and food. This market is loved by Melbourne dwellers and is the perfect taste of what food in this city is like. When it comes to food, one is assured of anything ranging from fruits and vegetables to chilled or frozen meat and sundry products.
Market shopping is not a mere grocery expedition in the South Melbourne Market is a cultural sojourn to the culinary world of Melbourne. The structure of the market is rather diverse and includes stalls with vegetables and fruits, cheese and bakery products here. The available cuisines are diverse because Melbourne has established itself as a city of diverse ethnic background when it comes to foods.
The food market at night must visit places includes Dim Sims, a stall that serves hot and tasty fried dumplings. It was quite delicious and for a market whether it is cheap or expensive these mouthwatering delights are a must try. The visits to the markets can let the viewer witness the daily life of the city and treat on Aussie tastes, which is Melbourne in this case.
9.Surfing in Noosa and A Visit to the Everglades of Noosa
Noosa is situated on the Sunshine Coast of Queensland and is famous surf destination with fabulous beaches. Surf breaks in the town attract many people including beginners and the annual surfing competitions feature marvelous stunts and acrobatics.
The beautiful ocean view and laid back environment give Noosa the perfect incentive for beach bums. As a surfer or a learner, Noosa will provide you with the various surfing areas suited or recommended for the level of surfing that one is accustomed to or has acquired. The beaches in the town are also very good for sunbathing or mere sun bathing.
But for the more laid-back option than a beach, a trip to the ever inviting Noosa Everglades awaits you. The following wet land area of Mangrove forest and many wild lives are present in this area. If undertaken in a boat or a kayak then it becomes possible to observe the serene part of the Everglades.
10.Botanic Gardens.
The Botanic Gardens in Sydney are an efficient relaxing oasis from Sydney’s constantly busy environment. The gardens are situated opposite the Sydney Opera House and the place gives a very calm atmosphere and has got the best view of Sydney harbors and skyline. Roaming the gardens help you get relief from the noisy city sounds and feel the calmness of the natural environment.These include mainly tropical races and local Australian floras that occupy all the gardens. The paths and the vegetation arrangements make it peaceful for walking and finding a good spot to rest without difficulty. The gardens also include teaching facilities where several awareness and development conferences and activities are displayed, particularly on matters concerning the preservation of the floral species, as well as plant studies.
Over the gardens you get to have a spectacular view of some of the most famous landmarks of Sydney; these are the Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge respectively. Heralded aerial views through the greenery and the city views that are unique and additionally aesthetically beautiful to the eyes.
11. Sailing at Magnetic Island
The remaining incredible destination is that of the truly popular Magnetic Island which is situated in the Great Barrier Reef. Unfortunately, due to lack of time, we could not make a stop at his island; however, locals are very vocal about the beauty of the island.
In island the tourist finds boating and Snorkelling, Fishing, Hiking, Walking and watching the wildlife. This island offers excellent places for beach lovers since its beaches are very clean and the waters spotlessly clear. The island is also home to koalas and tourists get a chance to see these animals which are mainly associated with Australia nevertheless in this island.
If the good spirits wish you to stay longer on Magnetic island or if you simply plan for a day trip, it is going to be worth. Due to its pristine land and dynamic aquatic life it still proves to be an ideal travel destination for tourists and for the adventurers.
12. Visiting the Blue Mountains
The Blue Mountains, just outside Sydney, are a miraculous natural site for scenic and indigenous significance. With steep valley, rough rocks, widely spread trees and lots of space for mountains, the geographical features of this mountain range are ideal for carrying out activities.
The place is named Blue Mountains due to blue color in the atmospheric haze that occurs due to the oils the eucalyptus trees emit. This natural phenomenon also contributes to the regions lore and aesthetic.
Adventure lovers will not be disappointed with numerous activities the Blue Mountains offers for adventure such as hiking mountaineering, and rock climbing among others. The area comprises easy to arduous walking tracks to cater to all types of hikers who are interested in the Outer(component of the) East Cape. Another landmark is the Three Sisters’ formation with Aboriginal stories behind it and a great view of the area.
Besides the natural beauty and beauty sceneries, the Blue Mountains has interesting towns, cultural points of interests and historical places. Vying for these areas opens up a discovery of historical and artistic backgrounds of the place. no matter if the traveler is fond of adventurous activities in the wilderness or history and culture a visit to the Blue Mountains is quite worthwhile.
Conclusion: A Perfect Way of Utilizing More of the Eastern Part of Australia
Also, the east coast of Australia is a moniker for a place filled with various experiences and wonderful sceneries. Starting with the food offer of the Yarra Valley and finishing up with the sceneries of Blue Mountains every place has the curious and exciting factor.
When strategising your holidays, think about the ratio of the time you are willing to spend exploring the cities, and the time equally divided on natural attractions. The pros include the ability to interact with native people embrace festive and cultural practices, do outdoor activities, and explore unknown places. If you choose the car, camper or bike, east cost of Australia offers stunning opportunities of a fantastic trip.
Australia’s east coast has varied and diverse attractions starting from the middle of Sydney to Brisbane comprising of beautiful cities and history. Using the suggestions suggested in this learning activity guide will greatly enhance the chance of a meaningful holiday trip.