Australian Geographic Travel
Australian Geographic Travel designs touring itineraries that focus on wildlife and active conservation as well as cultural experiences. Their travel experiences are rich in nature and adventure and specialise in hard-to-reach places and small group experiences. You'll join similarly inclined souls who share your taste for exploration and a burning desire to learn more about the phenomenal natural world.
Australian Geographic Travel offers professionally guided, small group itineraries varying in length across most states in Australia. Each trip is unique and authentic for anyone who is interested in exploring the fauna and flora, the history and the culture of Australia. All trips have been curated with an emphasis on discovering hidden gems off the beaten track and offering sustainable travel experiences that would be very hard to find anywhere else.
Australian Geographic' adventurers, scientists, historians and photographers have brought the world to you for more than 36 years. Now they invite you to join them in visiting the country's most intriguing places and sharing their passion. They are committed to sustaining the environment, culture and heritage of each place they visit. In doing so, they strive to protect the precious environment, from addressing climate change and its far-reaching impacts to promoting awareness of the world's oldest living culture and revealing to you the countless treasures it cradles.
Daintree Nature and Wildlife Safari
Explore Far North Queensland's wildlife paradise on our small group tour, focusing on endemic species in the rainforest. Our passionate guides share their knowledge of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area, emphasizing wildlife observation and photography. Spot Southern Cassowaries, Tree Kangaroos, and Platypuses on our extensive trails and boardwalks, with exclusive access to private reserves for optimal wildlife viewing.
Price: $2490From rate: twin share per person. To rate: cost for a single.
Torres Strait Islands Cultural Immersion
Venture to the far north of Australia and experience the vibrant culture, ancient wisdom, and breathtaking beauty of the Torres Strait Islands. Walk alongside local guides and artists as you uncover stories of sea, stars, and spirit.
Discover WWII history, join traditional dance and storytelling, savour island flavours, and even create your own lino-cut print. As the sun sets, share a starlit feast while learning how Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal cultures intertwine in ways found nowhere else.
This immersive journey offers rare insight into one of Australia's most remote and culturally rich regions, alive with connection, creativity, and wonder.
Single/twin
Turtle Conservation of the Southern Great Barrier Reef
This Australian Geographic exclusive tour offers an immersive exploration of Heron and Wilson Island, famed for their vibrant coral reefs and rich marine life. Led by a marine conservationist and naturalist, you'll gain a unique insight into island ecology and the critical conservation efforts on the Great Barrier Reef. Despite its small size, Heron Island hosts a significant portion of the reef's fish and coral species. The tour includes participation in the CoralWatch citizen science program and an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at ongoing research at the Heron Island Research Station.
Price: $5490From rate: twin share per person. To rate: cost for a single.
Manta Rays on Lady Elliot Island - An Australian Geographic Citizen Science Expedition
Join them on an exciting expedition with Project Manta, led by Dr. Asia Haines, where you'll participate in manta ray conservation through photo-ID data collection. Learn about the population biology and ecology of manta rays while contributing to citizen science efforts. Enjoy relaxation on a magnificent island and gain insights into the "Leaf to Reef" project, exploring the island's revegetation impacts on groundwater, nesting birds, and coral health. Make a difference and give back to nature on this unforgettable journey!
Price: $4590From rate: twin share per person. To rate: cost for a single.
Australian Geographic Eromanga Megafauna Dig Expedition
Offered in partnership with Ancient Odysseys, this Australian Geographic Travel expedition will take you deep into the outback of Queensland, where you’ll join a palaeontology dig experience like no other. In the remote southwest town of Eulo, some ten species of extinct megafauna have been found. These animals lived around 150,000-50,000 years ago and included the world’s largest marsupial—the giant bear-shaped Diprotodon. And as with any palaeontology excavation, there is always the possibility of finding new species!
Price: $4495From rate: twin share per person. To rate: cost for a single.
North Queensland - Tropical Birding Tour
The Wet Tropics stretch from Townsville to Cooktown, covering approximately 9,000 square kilometres of rainforest interspersed with farmland, rivers, tropical savannah, as well as coastline and coral cays. This diverse array of habitats contributes to the region’s high biodiversity of flora and fauna. With over 450 recorded avian species, including 13 endemics, it is Australia’s premier bird-watching destination. You don’t have to travel far from Cairns to experience rich bird-watching opportunities in a variety of environments.
Join us on this journey as we explore a wide range of birding hotspots in Far North Queensland.
This tour can be booked in combination with our "Cape York Birdwatching Safari".
From rate: twin share per person. To rate: cost for a single.
Birds of Channel Country Outback Safari
Spend 10 days exploring the vast, remote Channel Country, spread over 200,000 square kilometres you'll visit sweeping grassy plains, rocky spinifex outcrops and what can seem like endless red sand dunes. The very definition of Australia's boom and bust cycle, we will cross areas that can be dry and desolate or green and lush depending on the last sporadic rainfall. Some of Australia's most sought-after birds can be seen in this area such as two of Australia's rarest raptors, the Grey Falcon and Letter-winged Kite. Budgerigars, Halls Babblers, Chestnut-breasted Quailthrush, Australian Bustard, 3 species of Grasswren and the gorgeous Rufous-crowned Emu-wren along with many other mammals, reptiles and flora will ensure a trip full of fantastic wildlife.
Price: $8390From rate: twin share per person. To rate: cost for a single.
Wildlife Photography Safari - Far North Queensland
Join Cairns local wildlife photographer James Boettcher on a 5-day wildlife photography safari in Far North Queensland. James has been guiding wildlife tours for over 18 years; his extensive knowledge of the region guarantees you the best opportunities to observe and photograph North Queensland's unique and iconic wild animals.
This wildlife photography workshop features some of the most successful interactive locations for viewing and photographing the region's unique and endangered wildlife.
Twin price/Single
Gluepot Reserve & Bowra Sanctuary Birding Safari
This unique opportunity takes you deep into Australia's most remarkable private conservation reserves, offering unforgettable birding experiences. We'll explore Gluepot Reserve, a pristine birding hotspot owned by BirdLife Australia, where we may encounter Striated Grasswren, Black-eared Miner, Red-lored Whistler, Malleefowl, and even the dazzling Scarlet-chested Parrot. Nearby reserves provide more exciting sightings before we journey through the vast outback in search of Flock Bronzewing, Gibberbird, and Cinnamon Quail-thrush.
Price: $8490Twin/Single
Outback Legends: Stories from Queensland's Past
Step back in time on this unforgettable 9-day guided tour through Outback Queensland, celebrating the spirit, resilience, and stories that shaped Australia's history. From the fertile plains of St George to the legendary shearers of Blackall and the birthplace of Qantas in Longreach, uncover the rich legacy of our nation. Explore remote stations, historic hotels, wool scours and war-era secrets while enjoying warm country hospitality, gourmet local fare and authentic cultural encounters. With engaging guides and unique experiences at every stop, this tour offers a deep, personal connection to Australia's rugged outback.
Price: $8890Twin/Single
Cape York Birdwatching Safari
A 7-day birding and wildlife tour through the wild and remote Cape York Peninsula - a must see for all nature lovers and birders. We travel in comfortable 4x4 vehicles with only three guests and one guide per vehicle, ensuring window seating for all passengers.
Cape York has two true endemic birds - Golden-shouldered Parrot and White-streaked Honeyeater - which we hope to find. There are many other range-restricted bird species, including Spotted Whistling-duck, Palm Cockatoo, Eclectus Parrot, Red-cheeked Parrot, Yellow-billed Kingfisher, Spotted Catbird, Frill-necked Monarch, Trumpet Manucode and Magnificent Riflebird.
The region also provides an opportunity of seeing other bird species that occur more widespread, like Red Goshawk, Sarus Crane, Bridled Tern, Lesser Frigatebird, Beach Stone-curlew, Eastern Grass Owl, Marbled Frogmouth, several fruit-doves and honeyeaters, and Black-throated and Star Finch.
This tour can be booked in combination with our North Queensland Tropical Birding Tour.
From rate: twin share per person. To rate: cost for a single.
Experiences you can enjoy:
- Nature & Wildlife