AUSTRALIA
Australia's standouts.
The 15 most popular 2-hour experiences in Australia right now, with prices, run times and what each day actually involves.
2-hour Yarra River cruise with GPS audio, open-deck skyline views, and tea/coffee. Melbourne highlights from $49.
“The cruise was very nice but we were only able to complete half because of high water and low bridges!”
2-hour surf lesson on Surfers Paradise Beach. Rash shirt, soft board and safety coaching included. Stand up fast with Level 1 instructors.
“Loved the surfing lesson! It was so much fun and such a workout.”
2-hour beginner surf lesson at iconic Bondi Beach with small groups of up to 5, safety coaching, and gear included for $70.
“It was really good. Thoroughly enjoyed and would recommend”
2-hour express whale watching from Circular Quay to open ocean in 20 minutes on Fantasea Crystal, with whale sightings or free return.
“Good, I liked walking in that area with a guid because I would never do it by myself or as I know nothing about it or what to vist. I also enjoyed how much the guide (Kate) was funny, friendly and have a beautiful way in telling stories and read poems.”
Beginner surf lesson in Byron Bay with small-group instruction, warm wetsuits, safety coaching, and real chances to stand and catch waves.
“Such a fab trip! We had Tim as our surf instructor and he was fab. None of us with surf experience and we spent so much time in the water and him making sure we all got good waves to surf. Would definitely recommend and would do again :)”
Learn to surf at Noosa Heads with 2 hours of beginner coaching, rash guard and soft-top board included. Sunshine Coast waves, step-by-step.
“Our instructor Reesy was great! He was lovely and chatty and his instructions were always clear - we never felt to be in any danger at all and, even though it was our first time surfing, we managed to stand up within the first few waves! Definitely our favourite experience in Noosa and well worth…”
Take a 2-hour Airlie Beach sunset cruise on a purpose-built catamaran with sparkling wine, antipasto nibbles, and a real shot at turtles.
“Lovely relaxing evening cruise 🤗lovely crew took pictures at sunset for everyone ❤️ Music singing fun activity”
A 2-hour luxury catamaran whale-watching cruise from Fremantle with live expert commentary, heated indoor decks, and humpbacks up close.
“Because we had enough time, we booked two tours. In each tour you'll see a lot ow whales and often really near by the boat. really good trip!!”
A 2-hour HOPO cruise from Surfers Paradise with skyline views, dolphin chances, and stops at HOTA, Marina Mirage, Broadwater, and Sea World.
“It was a beautiful sunny day & I enjoyed listening to the captains knowledge of the area as we went along.”
Bottomless beer, wine, and Prosecco mimosas on a 2-hour Yarra River cruise from Southgate, with sweet and savoury brunch bites.
“It was better than we thought. Loved it. The servers were very attentive and my husband received a happy birthday cake. Highly recommend”
2-hour beginner surf lesson on Gold Coast’s Palm Beach. Small groups, wetsuit hire, expert coaching, 100% stand up focus, free photos.
“Good location and good coaches Taught basics to surf By end of it boys were able to ride a few waves”
Beginner surf lesson in Broadbeach with 2 hours of coaching, a soft-top board, rash shirt or wetsuit, and your first real stand-up.
“Give Damo a raise! Hands down the best surf instructor ever—super patient, professional, and encouraging. Even as beginners, you are able to catch so many waves thanks to his guidance. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience!”
A 2-hour Hobart history walk from Henry Jones Art Hotel to Salamanca Place, mixing waterfront views, parks, and convict-era stories.
“Very informative and enjoyable. Our guide was a great storyteller, made the pace of the tour fun and she was very knowledgeable.”
Learn to surf in Noosa with a 2-hour small-group lesson. Gear included, 1-2-3 method, and coaches help you stand fast.
“I booked a lesson for my 2 nieces, 2 daughters and I to do together during our stay in Noosa. None of us have ever surfed before and within 2-3 attempts we were all surfing and hooked! They all want surfboards for Christmas now!”
A 2-hour Darwin sunset cruise at Corroboree Billabong with live guide commentary, big birdlife, and saltwater crocodiles in the Mary River Wetlands.
“Could not have been happier with this cruise. We were spoiled with only having two other people on the cruise, I think being the wet season had put a few people off. Connie was our very experienced tour guide and captain, she sure knew Read more”
