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119 Bucket List Ideas in Australia with Map

Completing a Travel bucket list in Australia often feels overwhelming because there’s just so much to see and do. From world-famous icons like the Great Barrier Reef and Uluru to hidden gems tucked away in national parks or coastal towns, it can be hard to know where to even start.

That’s where this guide comes in. I’ve been very lucky to travel extensively across this incredible country. So rather than drowning in endless lists online, I’m sharing my personal bucket list ideas, broken down by state, to help you plan in a practical and inspiring way.

Of course, no list is ever truly complete, you may find things here that you’d never considered “bucket list” worthy, or you might think I’ve left something out. But every destination and activity included here is one I’ve personally experienced, and I’d like to think they stand out as unique, iconic, or just plain amazing.

To make it easier, I’ve also included a pinned map, so you can see where everything is at a glance and start planning your own journey.

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Aquarius Traveller on Whitehaven Beach

Pinned Map of Australian Bucket List Ideas

Australia is full of bucket-list things to do that will make your next trip one to remember. But what exactly is a Bucket List Activity?

This is simply a list of experiences that you want to do before your time on this earth is gone. Or, put another way, these items help motivate you to make dreams happen in your life.

I have broken up the list below into States, along with a specially curated Map for reference. So, lets start adding to your list with the items below!

Map of the Bucket List Ideas in Australia

Queensland

1. Swim in Champagne Pools

Fraser Island is worth visiting for several reason, but can you imagine sitting in a glass of Champagne with the bubbles completely surrounding you. This is what’s it’s like in the Champagne Pools, since the waves are continually crashing over the rock wall, creating a spa bath effect. ➡Book HERE

Aquarius Traveller Champagne Pools

2. Walk on the wing of a Plane

Visit the Heart of Outback Queensland and find plenty of attractions in Longreach. This is where you will find the Qantas Founders Museum and where you can walk out onto the wing of a previously used 747 plane.

Aquarius Traveller in Longreach walking the wing of 747 Qantas Plane

3. Climb the Highest Building

Please read my review on the Skypoint Deck & climb – You will be standing on the Highest building in Australia (270 metres above sea Level), as well as having one of the fastest elevators, taking you to level 77 in 42 seconds.

Gold Coast Skypoint Climb

4. See Turtle’s Hatchings

This is one of the best places to see Turtles nesting or baby turtles hatching in Australia. It’s at Mon Repos in Bundaberg and the Turtle season runs from about November to March each year.

Turtle Releasing Bundaberg Queensland

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5. Drive to the top of Big Red

Venture into one of the most remote areas of Queensland and see how to get to the Big Red Sand Dune in the Simpson Desert. This Sand dune is the first, and highest sand dune in a parallel series of 1140 dunes, going into the Munga-Thirri National Park. 

The Big Red Sand Dune, Birdsville

6. Crocodile Dundee’s Local Pub

The walkabout Creek pub is located in McKinley, about 2.5 hours from Mount Isa. It was featured in the Crocodile Dundee movies, staring Paul Hogan, which were made famous in the 1980’s, all over the world.

Walkabout Creek Hotel & Never Never Safari's, Outback Queensland

7. The largest Bottle Tree

Roma’s Largest Bottle Tree was planted in 1927 with a girth of 9.5 metres and a height of 6 metres. I often see a family or group trying to link hands around this one!

Roma's Largest Bottle Tree - Outback Queensland

8. See Glow worms

Finding Glow Worms in the wild in an awe-inspiring experience, and great for the kids too! If you’re visiting the Gold Coast, then you might want to check out Natural Bridge or the caves at Mount Tamborine for this unique experience. ➡ Book HERE

Natural Bridge Glow Worms in Springbrook National Park

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9. Walk over a Glass Bridge

Cobbold Gorge offers plenty to do in the village and while It can be a little freaky walking over the Glass Bridge, but does give you fantastic views down the gorge. Surprisingly, I’ve walked over a few glass bridges around the world and this one in Outback Queensland.

Aquarius Traveller on Cobbold Gorge Glass Bridge, Queensland

10. Dive the Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef stretches over 2300 kilometres across the Queensland coast. When your thinking of checking it out, Cairns, Port Douglas and Airlie Beach are a couple of the best places.

Diving the Great barrier Reef Cairns

11. Paddle Boarding

Hamilton Island is worth visiting and an awesome spot to try out Paddle boarding. This is due to Catseye beach being blocked off from the elements and calm enough for beginners.

Paddle Boarding Catseye Beach Hamilton Island

12. Overnight at a Reef Pontoon

Reef Sleeps experiences are available in Cairns, Port Douglas, Airlie Beach and Lady Musgrave. The Pontoons are permanently moored on the reef and daily trips will visit from the coast.

Reefworld Airlie beach Queensland

13. Find Red Sand Dunes

There is an abundance of Sand Dunes available in Outback Queensland, but the most vibrant red ones I found at Sando’s Sandhill near Windorah and more in the Welford National Park.

Windorah Sand Hills - Outback Queensland

14. Indoor Sky Diving

If the regular Sky Diving is not an option for you, then you could give the Indoor one a go. These man-made wind tunnels are available in the Gold Coast and Brisbane. ➡ Book HERE

Aquarius Traveller Indoor Skydiving

15. Hiking in the Gold Coast Hinterland

The Gold Coast Hinterland encompasses Springbrook and Lamington National Park, which is part of the Gondwana UNESCO World Heritage listed area. Some of my favourite hiking Trails are Natural Bridge, Purling Brook Falls, Tree Top Walk, Elabana Falls and Moran’s Falls.

Elabana Falls is just one of the waterfalls in Lamington National Park

16. Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet

The Whitsunday Islands have it all, including the beautiful blue waters with fine white sand beaches. Whitehaven beach is worth visiting, but also for the swirling sands views at Hill Inlet  ➡Book HERE

Swirling sands at low tide from Hill Inlet lookout

17. Age of Dinosaur Museum

The Age of Dinosaurs museums is one of the best attractions in Winton, and they have evidence that Dinosaurs roamed here millions of years ago. Learn about the history and how they are still digging them up today.

Age of Dinosaurs Winton - Outback Adventure

18. Ride a giant Jungle Swing

Swing through the forest from 45 metres, down to 1 metres in 3.5 seconds in Cairns. Another part of the AJ Hackett collection and the only Multi person swing in Australia.

Aquarius Traveller at AJ Hackett Giant Jungle Swing Cairns

19. Selfie with a Rock Wallaby

Magnetic Island has plenty to do all over the island but is really great for those wild animal interactions. Every afternoon the Rock Wallaby’s come to feed at Geoffrey’s bay and they aren’t too afraid of humans.

Aquarius Traveller & Rock Wallaby selfie - Magnetic Island

20. Walk the largest Sand Mass at Rainbow Beach

One of the things to do in Rainbow Beach and only a short hike away, the Carlo Sand blow is of the largest accumulations of wind-blown sand found along Queensland’s coastline. As a result, it covers over 15 hectares, it’s an awesome spot for some cliff side views and sand tobogganing.

Aquarius Traveller at Carlo Sand Blow Rainbow beach Queensland

21. Go Parasailing

Try soaring up into the sky from the back of a boat with Parasailing. There are several different places to do it, like Gold Coast , Green Island or Moreton Island. 

Aquarius Traveller Parasailing

22. Go star Gazing.

There is less light pollution away from the cites and anywhere in the Outback Queensland. This is the perfect time to go star gazing and find the Milky Way. There are also plenty of apps out that you the constellation names and where the planets are.

Aquarius Traveller & the Milky Way Astro Photography

23. See a Spanish Castle

Located in North Queensland, just south of Innisfail in Mena Creek. Paronella Park was built by Jose Paronella, inspired by his love of Spanish castles. There is upwards of 7000 trees planted in the gardens on 5 hectares. ➡Book HERE

Paronella Park Tropical North Queensland

24. Ride a Segway on the Beach

Probably a number of different places you can ride a Segway, as they are getting pretty popular these days. Tangalooma offer plenty of activities, with riding a Segway down the beach as one of my favourites.

Segway Tours, Aquarius Traveller

25. See Snakes eat Bats

The Undara and lava tube region, is extremely unique and not something I have seen anywhere else. Specifically, at dusk the Micro-Bats leave the Lava tubes to feed and the hungry tree snakes take that this opportunity to grab a meal.

Tree Snakes waiting for Micro Bats to feed on in Undara Queensland

26. Ride a Gondola in Cairns

Skyrail in Cairns is one of the very few Gondolas in Australia and this particular one goes from Smithfield to Kuranda Village. And, some even have Glass floors!➡ Book HERE

Watching the Skyrail Gondola in Cairns venture down into Smithfield

27. Swim with Turtles

I have been able to swim with Turtles all over the world but none compared to my visit to Lady Elliott Island or Lady Musgrave Island. They aren’t too shy around Humans and was easy to capture a selfie!

Aquarius Traveller swimming with Turtles, Lady Elliott Island Queensland

28. Feed Wild Dolphins

The Wild Dolphin feeding is located in Tin Can Bay and relatively cheap (but can get busy). The Dolphins are wild and never guaranteed, but very Eco friendly with the Dolphin Protection. (Note: You can also do this at Tangalooma Resort)

Aquarius Traveller feeding Dolphins, Tin Can Bay Queensland

29. Climb a mountain

Obviously you can climb a mountain anywhere to tick off that Bucket List item. However, pictured below is the Mount Ngungun Summit hike, which has the most amazing views over the surrounding Glass house Mountain’s on the Sunshine Coast.

Aquarius Traveller admiring the views from Mount Ngungun summit over the Glass House Mountains

30. Swimming under a waterfall

One of my favourite spots to swim under a waterfalls is just inland of Mackay at a place called Finch Hatton Gorge or Arulean Cascades. The water is running all year round here and so clean and refreshing.

Aquarius Traveller Finch Hatton Gorge swimming Queensland

31. Walking to an Island

Please make sure you check out the Low tides times, but you can walk to King Island just off the coast of Brisbane. Where else in the world can you walk to an island?

Aquarius Traveller, King Island walk Brisbane Queensland

32. Visit the Rum Distillery

There are lots of attractions in Bundaberg, but none as famous as The Bundaberg Rum Distillery. It’s open for Tours and taste testing every day. As a result, you can learn about the history, purchase your own memorabilia, or just just a photo with the Big Rum Bottle. ➡ Book HERE

Giant Rum bottle outside the Bundaberg Rum Factory

33. Carnarvon Gorge

The Amphitheatre section when hiking through Carnarvon Gorge, has lovely acoustic sounds in Outback Queensland. In short, you can sing, yell, talk or play music, all of it will echo off the walls in a mesmerising sound.

Chris Fry (Aquarius Traveller ) Walking over one of the creeks in Carnarvon Gorge National Park

34. Exfoliate and Swim in Lake McKenzie

As mentioned before, Fraser Island does have a lot of different sites to see and places to experience. Nothing quite compares to taking a swim in the fresh waters of Lake Mackenzie with a white silica sand beach (much like Whitehaven Beach).

Lake McKenzie - Fraser Island

35. Go Sky Diving

Would be hard for some to take the plunge or volunteer to jump out of a perfectly good airplane. But, for those with enough courage, it’s a fantastic experience and you couldn’t take the smile off my face the entire time.

skydiving aquarius traveller

36. Whale Watching

Between July and November each year, migrating Humpback Whales travel through places like Hervey Bay, Gold Coast, Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. ➡Book HERE

Whale Watching is very popular along the Queensland Coast

37. Watch a sunrise on the Beach

Anywhere along the east coast of Australia is great for a sunrise view, or watching the sun rise over the water.

Sunrise view on the beach at Noosa, on the Sunshine Coast

38. Painted Silo’s

Painted Silos are gaining a lot of popularity depicted ways of life, and Australian History. So, don’t miss these ones at Yelarbon, near the border of Queensland and New South Wales.

Painted Silo at Yelarbon, Queensland - Outback Adventures

New South Wales

39. Climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge

Standing at 134 metres above sea level – Strap into the safety equipment and get the best views overlooking the Opera house and Sydney Harbour.

Aquarius Traveller Climbing Sydney Harbour Bridge

40. Hiking the Royal National Park

The Coast track runs for 26 kilometres from Bundeena and Otford (in between Sydney and Wollongong). Although, you if your not that keen for a long hike, you can choose a shorter one like Wedding Cake Rock.

Aquarius Traveller at NSW Royal National Park

41. Sea Cliff Bridge Lookout

This track isn’t the easiest to find, or has a formed track to lead you the way. But, If you do choose to do this, they do have the best views of the famous Sea Cliff Bridge Lookout point.

Sea Cliff Bridge views, Sydney Australia

42. Glamping at Taronga Zoo

Read about my visit to Taronga Zoo, just outside of Dubbo. It’s an open plain zoo in central New South Wales, with a glamping experience overlooking the Giraffes and other animals in the African exhibit.

Zoofari Lodge Accomodation

43. The Big Banana

Just as your coming into Coffs Harbour you will see the Big Banana. A famous quick stop for photo opportunity’s but also try yourself a frozen Chocolate Banana as well.

The Big Banana, Coffs Harbour New South Wales Australia

44. Three Sisters

There are many hikes, views and experiences available at the Blue Mountains. Like the one pictures at the Three Sisters.

Aquarius Traveller at Blue Moutnains Katoomba NSW - Three Sisters

45. Be amazed at Jervis Bay’s Beaches

Jervis Bay has to be some of the best beaches that I have seen, all in the one spot. About 3 hours south of Sydney and plenty of different towns to stay at.

Aquarius Traveller at Jervis Bay New South Wales Australia

46. Riding a ferry on Sydney Harbour

There are plenty of different options with the Sydney Harbour ferry’s. But in the end you can just use it to get from one spot to another, or just travelling around for the day. Read more about the Public Transport HERE.

Aquarius Traveller riding Sydney Harbour Ferry's Australia

47. Sydney Vivid Festival

You have never seen Sydney so beautiful as during the Yearly Vivid light festival. Around May/June each year and running for a few weeks, Sydney’s artists transform the popular buildings all over the city with lights.

Sydney Opera House for Vivid Light Festival -

48. Digging up Opals in Lightning Ridge

Try your hand at Opal Digging or just visit to learn about the history. You can purchase your own little gem if you like too.

Lightning Ridge Opal Digging New South Wales

49. Norfolk Island

Norfolk Island has many attractions but you can visit to learn about the Australian Settlement history and James Cook. If not for that, it does have some great looking beaches to swim at.

Aquarius Traveller swimming at Emily Bay Norfolk Island Australia

50. Try Lightening Ridge’s Artesian Hot Spa

There a few different spots to can try these Artesian hot spa’s out with temps 40 degrees Celsius and above. One being in Lightening ridge, which is very relaxing after digging up Opals.

Lightening Ridge Hot Artesian Spa, NSW -

51. Hike to Baltzer Lookout & Hanging Rock

Not a hugely known hike, due to an unformed track and cliff edges without barriers. But, this is one hike in the Blue Mountains Region that I really loved for the views.

Aquarius traveller at Hanging Rock Blue Mountains National Park Australia

52. See the Big Dish in Parkes

The Parkes Observatory was built in 1961 and helped cover mans first steps on the moon for Apollo 11. There was even a fictional movie based on this called “The Dish” released in 2000.

The Parkes Observatory "The Dish" - New South Wales

53. Experience Hand Gliding

Just North of Sydney at Stanwell park, they have operators using the cliff edges and the wind as the perfect spot to hand glide.

Hand Gliding Stanwell Park Sydney Australia

54. Most easterly point of Australia

Located in the beach side town of Byron Bay stands the Cape Byron Lighthouse, which happens to be the most easterly point of Australia. There is limited parking up the top, but a nice walk starting at the bottom on a boardwalk.

Cape Byron Lighthouse - Most Easterly point of Australia

55. Hot Air Ballooning

While you’re in Byron Bay why not give Hot Air Ballooning a go? Great views over the countryside and surrounding beaches to cross of your list.

Aquarius Traveller hot Air Ballooning Byron Bay

56. Jenolan Caves

The Jenolan Caves are a renowned limestone cave system, featuring spectacular stalactites, stalagmites, and underground rivers that have been forming for millions of years.

Stalactite formations in the Jenolan Caves, New South Wales

57. Perisher Valley

Perisher Valley in the Snowy Mountain region is Australia’s largest alpine resort, offering a premier skiing and snowboarding destination with access to over 1,200 hectares of skiable terrain across four interconnected resort areas.

Snowy ski fields of Perisher Valley at sunrise

Victoria

58. The 12 Apostles

The Great Ocean road is worth checking out along the Victorian coast from Torquay to Allansford. There a many spots to see along this road, but the highlights stem from the small town of Port Campbell. This is where you can see places like the 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. ➡ Book HERE

12 Apostles Australia

59. Grampians National Park

Visiting the Grampians get you up close and personal with Mountains, Waterfalls, local wildlife and some amazing nature. 

Mackenzie Falls Grampians National Park

60. Penguin Island Parade

Watch the small Fairy penguins venture out of the water on dusk from a days fishing. This experience is one of the most popular things to do at Philip Island. Although I have also experienced Fairy Penguin’s on Kangaroo Island in South Australia.

Philip Island Penguin Parade Seating, Victoria Australia

61. Learn the mysteries of Hanging Rock

A very different hanging rock from the one mentioned before in New South Wales. This one was made famous when a bunch of school girls disappeared in the early 1900’s. There was even a movie produced in 1975 about the story. 

Hanging Rock Victoria Australia

62. Snorkel or Dive with Leafy Sea Dragons

I have done this experience both as snorkeler at Portsea, or a diver at Flinders bay. Leafy Sea dragons are viewable at a number of spots along the Victorian Coastline and are very unique sea creature. Can you see the eggs on this one?

Leafy Sea Dragons, Flinders Pier Melbourne Australia

63. Ride a Tiger Moth

Based in Lorne, you can experience the open air, flips and turns available while flying in a Tiger Moth Plane. As well is amazing views up the Victorian Coastline.

Aquarius Traveller Tiger Moth Plane Ride, Victoria

64. Ride the Puffing Billy Train

Taking you through the amazing Dandenong range. Indeed, this is a perfectly preserved steam train and the only way to ride is with your feet hanging out. ➡Book HERE

Puffing Billy Steam Train Ride Melbourne Victoria

65. Gaze at a Wind Farm

The Coddrington Wind Farm was the first for Victoria. In short, you can take the tour and get up close to learn the technical side to these machines.

Codrington Wind Farm Victoria

66. Surf at Bells Beach

Located near Torquay and a world famous surfing beach for competitions each year. Known for excellent breaks , but it was also filmed in the 1991 movie “Point break” with Patrick Swayze and Keanu Reeve.

Pathway walking down to Bells Beach in Victoria

67. Visit Waterfalls in the Otway

Enjoy a number of different hikes and waterfalls to visit in the Otway National Park. 

Otway National Park Waterfalls, Victoria Australia

68. See the Limestone Coast from the Air

The Great Ocean road is great at the best of times, but seeing the Limestone coast from the air is an awe inspiring experience. This shot was taken from a Helicopter service used just outside of Port Campbell.

Great Ocean Road from the Helicopter

69. Walk in the trees at the Otway Fly

Walk along a 30 metres high elevated walkway to discover and explore. The Otway fly Tree Top Adventures gives you first hand knowledge of the regions flora and fauna .

Otway Fly Tree Top Adventure - Victoria Australia

Northern Territory

70. See Ayers Rock (Uluru) from the Air

Ayers Rock (Uluru) is worth visiting on it’s own, but from a flight with Kuta Tjuta will 10x the experience. If anything, the flat desolate countryside makes you realise how in the middle of no where, you really are.➡ Book HERE

Helicopter flight shot of Uluru Ayers Rock

71. Explore Kakadu National Park

Just like any National Park, there are heaps of areas to discover. This is Nourlangie Rock photographed and known for it’s World Heritage Rock Paintings.➡ Book HERE

Aquarius traveller at Nourlangie Rock, Kakadu National Park Northern Territory

72. Waterfall swimming at Litchfield National Park

There are a number of spots to swim at Litchfield National Park, but make sure you take note of the signs and only swim in designated areas. This one pictured below is Florence falls and you could easily spend the day cooling off in it’s waters.➡ Book HERE

Matt & Chris swimming in Florence Falls

73. Checking out Mindil Markets at Sunset

These Markets are seasonal, but provide an amazing amount of unusual and tropical foods in the top end of Australia.  

Mindil Markets Darwin Northern Territory

74. Fields of Lights Art display

Bruce Munro was the artist who created these multi coloured, solar powered light bulbs. After the sun goes down, watch the plateau in front of Ayers Rock light up in the Fields of Lights display.

Field of Lights Display Ayers Rock Northern Territory Uluru

75. Arnhem Land Art Gallery

This aboriginal community raises money for the region by creating and sharing their art pieces to the world. Some of these would take a long time to create and I love their use of Australian rocks colours.

Arnhem Land Art Gallery Creation - Australia

76. Kings Canyon Hike

Kings Canyon Rim Walk is not a hugely challenging hike, but the first part can be a bit of a heart starter. This is one of my favourite hikes in Australia having so much variety in terrain. My biggest tip is to visit in winter and hike late afternoon. The sun beaming off the smooth rock at the end of the track is amazing. ➡ Book HERE

Afternoon views of the Kings Canyon Rim Walk in the Watarrka National Park

77. Boat Trip on Katherine Gorge (Nitmiluk)

Katherine Gorge is one of the biggest gorges I’ve been to and boats trips are the most popular for the convenience. However Kayaking is also available for those that want to try it out. ➡ Book HERE

Katherine Gorge Nitmiluk , Northern Territory Australia

78. Devils Marbles

The Devils Marbles is a sacred Aboriginal site, known as Karlu Karlu in the local language. It’s a quick stop off on the side of the highway and showcases the geological wonders of the outback.

Devils Marbles rock formation

79. Swim with Salt water Crocodiles

Crocosaurus Cove is not your average animal park. They feature a lot of the local wildlife and concentrate particularly on the Crocodile. If you dare, jump in the cage and snorkel under while the Croc’s swim by. Book HERE

Aquarius Traveller at Crocosaurus Cover Swim with Crocodiles - Darwin

80. See Jumping Crocodiles

Crocodiles are predators and tend to hide in murky waters waiting for their next prey. What you might not know, is if they prey is higher out of the water, they can swim up to get it and tours for this happen just outside of Darwin. ➡Book HERE

Jumping Crocodile Tour Alligator River Northern Territory

81. Magnetic Termite Mounds

These Magnetic Termite Mounds are very unique as it is, but the size of them are unbelievable. I have never seen ones so big, like the ones in Litchfield National Park.

Aquarius Traveller at the Magnetic Termite Mounds

82. Walk around the Base of Ayers Rock(Uluru)

There is a circumference of 9.4 kilometres around the base of Ayers Rock(Uluru). A fairly easy walk and will have to checking out a number of sacred Aboriginal Spots & waterholes. 

Aquarius Traveller at Ayers Rock(Uluru) Base walk - Northern Territory

83. Swim in the Katherine Hot Springs

There are a number of different Hot Springs throughout Australia. The contrast in Bushland meeting the springs makes this spot really amazing.

Katherine Hot Springs, Northern Territory

84. Rainbow Valley

Rainbow Valley is characterized by its striking sandstone bluffs and cliffs, showcasing vibrant bands of red, orange, and pink hues that create a natural rainbow effect during sunrise and sunset.

Rainbow Valley Northern Territory, Australia

South Australia

85. Sleep underground

The Temperatures get so high in Coober Pedy that a lot of the housing is built out of the surrounding rocks. The Photo below happens to be a hotel that was also built like this, so you can give the experience a try.

Coober Pedy Underground Hotel South Australia

86. Check out Remarkable Rocks

There is a huge variety of attractions at Kangaroo Island, but must say I’ve never seen a rock formation like this. If you into Geology and Natural Rock formations, you have to see this one in your lifetime. ➡ Book HERE

The Remarkable Rocks on Kangaroo Island

87. Swim with Great White Sharks

Boats are leaving from Port Lincoln in South Australia to head out to Neptune Islands. Swimming with Great White Sharks is a unique experience and one you can do as a diver or snorkeler.

Great White Shark Swimming Port Lincoln South Australia

88. Umpherston Sinkhole

Sinkholes are caves formed by sinking terrain, or in this case Limestone. The Umpherston Sinkhole in Mt Gambier displays a beautiful garden in one of the biggest sinkhole in Australia. 

Umpherston Sinkhole Mt Gambier South Australia

89. Walk the Salt Flats of Lake Gairdner

One of the largest Salts flats in Australia to hold speed racing every year. It may not be like the ones in Bolivia, but it comes close!

Lake Gairdner Salt Flats South Australia

90. The Breakaways

The Breakaways is a gorgeous arid landscape featuring a series of flat-topped mesas and colorful rocky outcrops. This iconic filming location has been featured in several movies and commercials due to its otherworldly appearance and unique geological formations.

The Breakaways, South Australia

91. Dive with Leafy Sea Dragons

This is an experience that people fly all over the world to do right here in Australia. Just south of Adelaide and diving underneath the jetty you can find these unique Leafy Sea Dragons to admire.

Leafy Sea Dragons South Australia

92. Visit Larry the Lobster

There are over 100 big things in Australia to travel the countryside to see. Larry the Lobster was the only Big Thing that made my list and it’s located in Kingston SE. 

Larry the Lobster Kingston SE South Australia

93. Blue Lake

There are a couple of Blue Lakes in Mt Gambier, but this one photographed is the larger one. The Blue Lake is located inside a crater of a dormant volcano.

Blue Lake Mt Gambier South Australia

94. The Great Australian Bight

The Great Australian Bight is a vast and dramatic oceanic region off the southern coast of Australia, renowned for its sheer cliffs, diverse marine life, and unique geological formations.

Drone shot of the Great Australian Bite

Western Australia

95. Horizontal Falls

Waterfalls are normally Vertical, right? Well not these ones located in the northern part of Western Australia. As the tides comes in and out through the canyon, it creates a waterfall effect that’s incredibly powerful and has to be seen to be believed.➡ Book HERE

Horizontal Falls Western Australia

96. Swim with Whale Sharks

Swimming with whale sharks is seasonal (May / June) and tours in Australia are only available on Ningaloo Reef. The experience to snorkel beside this amazing large creatures is unbelievable. ➡ Book HERE

Whale Sharks swimming in the Ocean

97. Meet the Quokkas

Do you like animal Interactions in the wild, then give the Quokkas a go at on a day trip to Rottnest Island. They are very use to humans and aren’t afraid of interactions and also known as the best animal to get a selfie with!➡ Book HERE

Quokkas

98. Hike Mount Augustus

Mount Augustus offers a unique opportunity to explore the world’s largest monocline, a stunning geological formation. Hiking its trails is a challenging feat and rewards visitors with panoramic views, making it a must-visit destination for lots of travellers.

Drone photo of Mount Augustus in Western Australia, the worlds largest Rock

99. Ride a Camel at Sunset

The sun sets over the beach in Western Australia which is no better time to take a Camel ride. Cable Beach has this very tour leaving every night, so you don’t want to miss ticking this one off.➡ Book HERE

Cable Beach WA camel riding at Sunset

100. The Pinnacle’s

The Pinnacle’s are a major attraction along the coral coast of Western Australia. Above all, they are amazing limestone structures formed millions of years ago that you can walk around. ➡ Book HERE

Aquarius Traveller at The Pinnacle's, Western Australia

101. Surf Wave Rock

Wave Rock near Hyden is a magnificent rock formation, although its a bit of a drive to get there from Perth. However, it was so much easier to do than surfing real waves…lol.

Aquarius Traveller Surfing Wave Rock at Hyden

102. Climb the Gloucester Tree

Only 53 metres to the top lookout point of this tree, although the stairs aren’t what your use to. Thank goodness there were some barriers as you got further up.

Climb the Gloucester Tree Western Australia

103. Flying over the Bungle Bungles

The Bungle Bungles are amazing to see in person from the ground, but it’s not until you get up into the air, that you can truly see how amazing and large the area is. ➡Book HERE

Bungle Bungle Range from a helicopter flight in the Kimberley Western Australia. Purnululu National Park

104. Explore the Caves

There are Stalactite and stalagmite caves all over the world. Margaret River has some of the largest ones I have seen in Australia and they have plenty of options to choose from.➡ Book HERE

Margaret River Caves

105. Visit the Derby Boab Tree

The Boab prison tree was reputed to lock up indigenous Australians in the 1800’s, on their way for sentencing in Derby. However, there is no jumping inside anymore, but you can still check it out from the outside.

Derby Boab Prison Tree, Western Australia

106. See an Albino Kangaroo

While kangaroos are mostly unique to Australian shores, Did you know you can see an Albino one? Most the time you will see the grey or red kangaroos, but there are two parks in WA which house a couple of White ones (Hyden & just outside of Perth).

Albino Kangaroo at a Park in Western Australia

107. Fly over Mitchell Falls

It’s not until you hike around Mitchell Falls, that you’ll understand that it’s one of the most impressive Australian Waterfalls I’ve seen. Although it’s not the easiest to get to and will require a dry season to make is down the roads.

Mitchell Falls & Walking Track, Kimberley WA

108. See the Bon Scott Statue

Where are all the ACDC fans out there? Check out the Fremantle monument to the King of rock while you visiting the Perth region.

Bon Scott Statue Fremantle Perth

109. Check out a sunset on the beach

As mentioned before with the sun setting in the West, anywhere along the Western Australian coastline is a great place to catch one. This one below captured at Coral Bay in the North and I named it “The Goddess and her Globe”.

Aquarius Traveller Sunset at Coral Bay Western Australia

110. Learn how Pearls are formed

There are a number of Pearl farms around the world, but WA has a few different spots to check out. Did you know that a Pearl is formed from a crab coating an unknown substance? Can you see the Crab below? 

Pearl farm in Western Australia

111. Be Amazed at the Kimberly Coastline

The striking contrasts between the rich red rock, white sands and the blue oceans and there isn’t much like it in the rest of Australia

Flying over the Kimberly Coastline

112. Lancelin Sand Dunes

Try out your sand tobogganing, or maybe dune buggy’s are more up your alley. In short, this little spot is just amazing with it’s fine white sands and a site to be seen in person.

Aquarius Traveller at Lancelin Sand Dunes

113. Enjoying a gorge or 2

It’s so hard to pick a single gorge to visit in WA, I have visited some amazing ones all around Australia. This includes ones like Giecke Gorge and Windjana Gorge. But know that both of them had Croc’s, so no swimming!

Aquarius Traveller at Windjana Gorge Western Australia

114. Find where the Southern & Indian Ocean meet

Cape Leeuwin in southern Western Australia holds a lighthouse and the point where the 2 oceans meet. 

Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse where the Southern and Indian Oceans meet

115. Sing in Cathedral Gorge

Known as another natural Rock formed amphitheatre. The echo’s and acoustics available here are just amazing, as well as visiting the gorge itself.

Cathedral Gorge was another amazing site to see in the Purnululu National Park

Tasmania

116. Cradle Mountain

Daily tours will visit Cradle Mountain. But If you’re up for a challenge, I did the Overland Track Tour with hiking over 6 days and 60-70 kilometres.

Views of Cradle Mountain in Tasmania

117. Fly over Wine Glass Bay

Look out for some great clear weather in Tasmania for this one. Above all, the views are amazing with the gorgeous white sands and blue coloured bay.➡ Book HERE

Wine Glass Bay Tasmania

118. See the Aurora

Seeing the Aurora Australis provides a rare opportunity to witness the natural light display caused by solar wind interacting with the Earth’s atmosphere. Tasmania’s dark skies and southern latitude make it an ideal location for observing the Southern Lights.

Aurora display over water

Australian Capital Territory

119. Visit our Nations Capital Parliament House

Take a tour or just visit the souvenir shop. In short, this is the meeting place of the Parliament of Australia, located in Canberra.

Parliament House Canberra ACT

Wrap up & Read More!

Wow, you have made it all the way down to the bottom….Well done! I am proud to have seen or done all of these amazing things, but you can guarantee there are still more added to my list.

Thanks for reading this blog post today on my Bucket List Ideas in Australia and I hope you found what you were looking for. But if you still researching, please check out my other Australia Blogs Posts for inspiration.

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