Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Australia (Updated 2026)

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The Byron Bay Sea Kayak Tour

Imagine yourself kayaking in the crystal blue waters surrounding the Most Easterly Point of Australia spotting dolphins, humpback whales (from May to Oct) and turtles. …More

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Imagine yourself kayaking in the crystal blue waters surrounding the Most Easterly Point of Australia spotting dolphins, humpback whales (from May to Oct) and turtles....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$62
Blue Mountains Small-Group Nature & Walking Tour (Max 10)

Discover the breathtaking beauty of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains on a genuinely small-group day tour from Sydney, with a maximum of just 10 …More

Discover the breathtaking beauty of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains on a genuinely small-group day tour from Sydney, with a maximum of just 10...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$178
Litchfield & Berry Springs VIP Adventure Day Tours (group of 11)

This tour has a maximum capacity of 11 passengers in order to make your experience more comfortable, & inclusive with relaxed timeframes to allow for …More

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This tour has a maximum capacity of 11 passengers in order to make your experience more comfortable, & inclusive with relaxed timeframes to allow for...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$161
Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard Kayak Tour

The Kayak Tour explores the Dolphin Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard Maritime Heritage Trail, just 30 minutes from the Adelaide CBD. Here you find one of …More

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The Kayak Tour explores the Dolphin Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard Maritime Heritage Trail, just 30 minutes from the Adelaide CBD. Here you find one of...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (296)
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$55
Mooloolaba Sunset Cruise with Live Music

Mooloolaba’s Most Magical Evening on the Water! Step aboard our heritage-listed vessel for a truly unforgettable experience on the Sunshine Coast. Departing The Wharf Mooloolaba …More

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Mooloolaba’s Most Magical Evening on the Water! Step aboard our heritage-listed vessel for a truly unforgettable experience on the Sunshine Coast. Departing The Wharf Mooloolaba...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$62
Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney all-inclusive Harbour Lunch Cruise

Step on board and begin your Sydney Harbour adventure. Our modern 78ft vessel is designed to feel luxurious and super comfortable, so you’ll feel right …More

Step on board and begin your Sydney Harbour adventure. Our modern 78ft vessel is designed to feel luxurious and super comfortable, so you’ll feel right...

2 hours
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$83
Turtle Tour - Ningaloo Reef Half Day Sea Kayak and Snorkel Tour

Sea kayaking is a great way to experience the magic of Ningaloo. Join us for a half day sea kayak and snorkel adventure in Ningaloo …More

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Sea kayaking is a great way to experience the magic of Ningaloo. Join us for a half day sea kayak and snorkel adventure in Ningaloo...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$105
Award Winning (Byron Bay) Surf Lesson

Group lessons with Soul Surf School are a great way to experience surfing some of our world famous breaks in a group setting. We have …More

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Group lessons with Soul Surf School are a great way to experience surfing some of our world famous breaks in a group setting. We have...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$66
Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas

Visit the award-winning Wildlife Habitat and get up close to Australian native flora and fauna. This wildlife experience just outside of Port Douglas has been …More

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Visit the award-winning Wildlife Habitat and get up close to Australian native flora and fauna. This wildlife experience just outside of Port Douglas has been...

1 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$35
Premium Hunter Valley Wine Tour with 2-Course Lunch from Sydney

Spend a delightful day in Australia's oldest wine production region of the Hunter Valley on this premium full-day tour from the Hunter Valley. Your guide …More

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Spend a delightful day in Australia's oldest wine production region of the Hunter Valley on this premium full-day tour from the Hunter Valley. Your guide...

11 hours Free Cancellation
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$209
Sunset Kayak Eco Tour with Marine Scientist

This is a family friendly tour especially catering for inexperienced paddlers. Our priority is to make sure you have a great time while showing you …More

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This is a family friendly tour especially catering for inexperienced paddlers. Our priority is to make sure you have a great time while showing you...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$46
Airlie Beach Sunset Cruise

The Sundowner Airlie Beach Sunset cruise sets sail from Coral Sea Marina Airlie Beach. Enjoy a complimentary glass of sparkling wine and nibbles while we …More

The Sundowner Airlie Beach Sunset cruise sets sail from Coral Sea Marina Airlie Beach. Enjoy a complimentary glass of sparkling wine and nibbles while we...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$53
Airlie Beach: 3-hour Cedar Creek Small-Group Eco Half-Day Tour

Cedar Creek was carved by water over millions of years into the rainforest behind Airlie Beach. After a short journey from Airlie Beach, what you …More

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Cedar Creek was carved by water over millions of years into the rainforest behind Airlie Beach. After a short journey from Airlie Beach, what you...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$66
1hour Scenic Flight Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, GBR

Enjoy a 60 minute scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef, including Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet! See the Whitsundays …More

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Enjoy a 60 minute scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef, including Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet! See the Whitsundays...

1 hour Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$248
Coral Bay 2-Hour Coral Viewing and Snorkeling

This 2hr tour offers the opportunity to snorkel at two different snorkel sights onboard our Glass Bottom Boat. As you cruise between sites, you will be able to view …More

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This 2hr tour offers the opportunity to snorkel at two different snorkel sights onboard our Glass Bottom Boat. As you cruise between sites, you will be able to view...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$84
Bungy Jump Experience at Skypark Cairns by AJ Hackett

Skypark Cairns is Australia's only permanent bungy jump site and the only place on Earth where you can choose from 16 different jump styles at …More

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Skypark Cairns is Australia's only permanent bungy jump site and the only place on Earth where you can choose from 16 different jump styles at...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$132
2 Hour Sunset Sailing

As the sun sets behind the mountains of Mossman Gorge, enjoy a drink as well as some complimentary cheese and nibbles on the foredeck of …More

As the sun sets behind the mountains of Mossman Gorge, enjoy a drink as well as some complimentary cheese and nibbles on the foredeck of...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$76
Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip from Darwin

A must-do day trip when visiting the Top End! We travel south along the famous Stuart Highway through the townships of Adelaide River and Pine …More

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A must-do day trip when visiting the Top End! We travel south along the famous Stuart Highway through the townships of Adelaide River and Pine...

13 hours Free Cancellation
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$255
Gold Coast Ultimate High-Speed Jet Boat Adventure

Departing from Main Beach beside Sea World, this high-speed experience puts you closer to the action zone, meaning less time in go-slow areas and more …More

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Departing from Main Beach beside Sea World, this high-speed experience puts you closer to the action zone, meaning less time in go-slow areas and more...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$34
Sunlover: Fitzroy Island Day Trip from Cairns by Fast Catamaran

Sunlover Reef Cruises runs two return ferries a day from Cairns to Fitzroy Island, about 45 minutes each way by fast catamaran. The 8:45am departure …More

Sunlover Reef Cruises runs two return ferries a day from Cairns to Fitzroy Island, about 45 minutes each way by fast catamaran. The 8:45am departure...

3 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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$76
Sydney Cocktail Harbour Bar Cruise with Charcuterie Board

A photographer and Instagrammer's dream with spacious outdoor leisure decks to capture the perfect moments against the million-dollar backdrop Sundown, Sunset, or Twilight. Take in …More

A photographer and Instagrammer's dream with spacious outdoor leisure decks to capture the perfect moments against the million-dollar backdrop Sundown, Sunset, or Twilight. Take in...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.3 (182)
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$57
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