The country of extreme sports
What pirate doesn’t dream of visiting the other side of the world? Australia has a whole host of attractions for you. The country inspires visitors with breathtaking nature, a unique water world, exciting metropolises, ancient cultures, and a coastline considered the perfect place for surfing.
With over 7.6 million square kilometres of area, Australia boasts the world’s largest coral reef – the perfect diving destination – and many other must-see places. Find out here what you can’t miss on your holiday in Australia.
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When is the best time to go to Australia?
Best time to go on holiday in Australia - by city
Sydney: from October to April
Canberra: from October to March
Brisbane: from March to November
Cairns: April to October
Melbourne: from November to March
Hobart: from October to March
Adelaide: from October to March
Perth: from October to April
Broome: from May to October
Darwin: from April to September
Alice Springs: April to October
What to see and do
Dive to the Great Barrier Reef
A must-do: discover Australia’s famous Great Barrier Reef on your holiday! Diving the Great Barrier Reef may not be an insider tip, but it’s well worth it – after all, it’s the largest coral reef in the world! For those who can’t imagine what that means, it’s about as big as the UK. Everyone from beginners to professionals can dive here, and there are many sites to choose from. The Twelve Apostles is another attraction that can be admired from land, even if you don’t like water. These are rock formations protruding from the sea before the cliffs, formed by wind, time and sea.
Holidays on Whitehaven Beach, Australia
Whitehaven Beach is a seven-kilometre stretch of sparkling blue sea near Whitsunday Island, crossed by a snake-white sand spit. Whitehaven Beach can be reached by boat, seaplane or helicopter from Arleigh Beach or Hamilton Island. This is the perfect place to take great photos during your beach holiday and make everyone jealous of your Australian holiday.
Visit the world's most famous rock
During your Australian holiday, you can also visit the world’s most famous rock – Uluru, better known as Ayers Rock. This is a massive monolith of fiery red sandstone in the heart of the so-called Red Centre of the Northern Territory. It is estimated that Uluru was formed 550 million years ago. The nearest town is Alice Springs, about 450 kilometres from Ayers Rock.
Hiking in Purnululu National Park
Let’s focus on the big rocks. In Purnululu National Park, substantial sandstone formations resemble massive beehives, hence the name “Beehive Domes“.
Purnululu National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, so it shouldn’t be missing from your Australian holiday bucket list.
Try professional surfing on your holiday in Australia
Australia’s surf beaches are considered ideal and suitable for surfers of all levels. The best waves are on the Pacific Ocean, the west coast of the Indian Ocean and the southern coast. Anyone who has ever stood on a board should prove their skills on the world’s longest waves at Snapper Rocks on Queensland’s Gold Coast. Of course, you’ll also find some of the best surfing spots in Australia here.
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