Best Things to Do in Cradle Mountain: Walks & Wildlife.
I try to visit Cradle Mountain every time I travel to Tasmania, and after trying different things to do in Cradle Mountain, I feel like I’ve got the perfect short … Read more
Australia
The oldest continent on Earth, Australia is home to some of the most intriguing landscapes and unique wildlife, most of which don’t occur anywhere else. Here you will find a selection of Australian wildlife destinations guides, trip reports from wildlife watching trips in Australia and tips for finding wildlife down under. Scroll through the posts below, or jump to a particular state: NSW, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Victoria or Tasmania.
Best Bruny Island Wildlife Experiences: White Wallabies, Penguins, Seals & Endemic Birds
Bruny Island is one of my favourite nature destinations in Tasmania. From its famous white wallabies and little penguins to fur seals, dolphins and all 12 Tasmanian endemic birds, it’s an … Read more
Maria Island Wombats: Where to See Them & How to Have the Best Encounter
Maria Island wombats are among the most famous animals in Tasmania, if not all of Australia. There are so many wombats on the island that they have been referred to … Read more
North West Tasmania Travel Guide: Iconic Highlights & Local Secrets
Full of wild character, North West Tasmania offers a unique combination of remoteness and accessibility. It is home to the world’s largest expanse of cool temperate rainforest – the Tarkine … Read more
Best Things to Do in Tasmania: The Ultimate Nature Lover’s Guide
Tucked away from the world on an island just south of the Australian mainland, Tasmania is a place of captivating natural beauty. If you enjoy epic nature, there are so … Read more
8 Best Day Trips from Hobart for Nature Lovers
Hobart, the capital city of Tasmania, is not only a lovely city with a world-famous museum but also the perfect base for exploring the broader region. Once you’ve done all … Read more
28 Unique Australian Animals and Where to See Them in the Wild
From egg-laying mammals to thorn-studded lizards and desert-dwelling frogs, Australian animals are as bizarre as creatures get on this planet. Sure, we have a fair share of iconic and instantly … Read more
Australian Parrots: Guide to all 57 species of Parrots in Australia
Australian parrots are so abundant and so diverse that nature documentaries often refer to Australia as the Land of Parrots. In fact, the southern continent even appeared under this name … Read more
The Absolute Best Place to See Platypus in Tasmania – The Tasmanian Arboretum
I’m often asked where the best place to see platypus in Tasmania is, and my answer is always the same: Founders Lake at the Tasmanian Arboretum near Devonport. We included … Read more
2 Day Great Ocean Road Tour Review
Since you are reading this post, you are probably considering taking the 2 Day Great Ocean Road tour — and honestly, it’s one of the best ways to do this … Read more
Visiting Gunns Plains Caves in North West Tasmania
North West Tasmania is the gateway to some of Tasmania‘s most spectacular nature destinations like Cradle Mountain, Tarkine Drive, and the stunning beaches of the northwest coast. Gunns Plains Caves … Read more
Gorgeous Beaches in Tasmania: North-West Coast
When you think about beaches in Tasmania, you probably imagine Wineglass Bay or Bay of Fires on the east coast. But as an island state, Tasmania is surrounded by stunning … Read more
Leven Canyon – Tasmania’s Hidden Gem
Leven Canyon is a 250-metre deep ravine in North West Tasmania. It is Tasmania’s deepest limestone gulch, which is a narrow, steep-sided ravine marking the course of a river or … Read more
Mount Field National Park: One Walk – Three Waterfalls
Mount Field National Park in Tasmania is a magical world of mossy rainforest and serene waterfalls. It is home to the popular Russell Falls, some of the world’s tallest trees, … Read more
Wallaman Falls: All You Need to Know About Australia’s Highest Waterfall
Just inland from Queensland’s Cassowary Coast, between Townsville and Cairns, is Wallaman Falls. Widely recognized, (though not unanimously), as the tallest waterfall in Australia. Set amongst the stunning rainforest of … Read more