Thinking of travelling Australia? Whichever part of the country you’re heading to first, make sure you include some of these ten things for students to do in Australia.
1. Great Barrier Reef
You’ve probably heard of the iconic Great Barrier Reef which is why it’s a huge part of Australian travellers’ itineraries! The Great Barrier Reef extends over 14 degrees of latitude, from shallow estuarine areas to deep ocean waters and is the most complex natural ecosystem in the world. Home to a range of habitats and species – grab your snorkel and get this ticked off the bucket list!
2. Whitsundays
You’ll find the Whitsunday Islands in Queensland. With calm seas and beautiful scenery, you can hop through 74 different islands! Explore some of the most tropical snorkelling sports, relax on the white sandy beaches and soak up the island lifestyle.
3. Lucky Bay
Here you’ll find the resident kangaroos which are known to regularly sun themselves on Lucky Bay. Based in Western Australia’s Cape Le Grand National Park, you won’t want to leave the white sands and turquoise waters.
4. Blue Mountain
The Blue Mountain is a must-see if you’re travelling through Sydney. With it’s rugged region full of eucalyptus forests, waterfalls, and wildlife, you won’t regret going!
5. Ocean Road
For some of the most iconic scenery around you might want to consider hiring a car for the day to drive Ocean Road. Known to be one of the world’s most scenic coastal drives AND you can even make pit stops along the way including waterfalls and forest walks. Although you could drive it all non-stop in about three hours, it’s recommended that you do it over a couple days to soak up as many sights as possible!
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6. Lake Bumbunga
You may or may not have heard of the strawberry milk coloured Pink Lakes in Australia but if you can go check one of them out then you should! Of the ten things for students to do in Australia, this is a somewhat secret must. Just two hours from Adelaide, Lake Bumbunga is one of Australia’s most accessible and photogenic pink lakes. It’s suggested that the pink colour is formed by high concentrations of halophilic archaebacteria so while you can’t swim in it, you don’t have to to be able to absorb it’s beauty!
7. Rottnest Island
And don’t forget the famous Rottnest Island where you’ll meet the quokkas just off the coast of Western Australia. These friendly little fur animals will be excited to greet you so get your camera ready!
8. Kangaroo Island
And just off the coast of South Australia you’ll find Kangaroo Island. Full of wildlife and truly showing nature at it’s finest. Keep an eye out for koalas, kangaroos, sea lions and seals! And be sure to walk among the Australian sea lion colony at Seal Bay if you get the chance too!
9. Sydney Opera House
You haven’t been to Australia if you haven’t seen Sydney Opera House, right? Known as one of the worlds most famous and distinctive buildings, the Sydney Opera House is a performing arts centre located on the foreshore of Sydney Harbour. It’s a big tick off the bucket list and a beautiful spot to see!
10. Byron Bay
And while this is probably already on your list, don’t miss it! Byron Bay is a coastal town located on the far-north coast of New South Wales, Australia. A place for you to enjoy the surf, beaches, festivals and community.
So if you’re heading to Australia then don’t miss this spots! Add these ten things for students to do in Australia to your bucket list and tick them off as you go.
And enjoy Down Under!
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