The sounds of the birds, the sunshine and fresh air and the overall sense of calmness you start to feel when walking through the bush or through a rainforest are a few of life’s greatest joys if you.
Australia is well-known for its true beauty, outdoor escapades, scarcity, and incredible contrasts. Their beaches are surfing havens where the waters are glittering and blue and the beaches are the whitest in the world, while our Red Centre is home to ferocious red dirt and a sun-drenched desert landscape that will make you feel right at home in the Aussie outback.
It is time to start discovering the many sides of Australia, and there is no better way to do this than out in nature, soaking up all the things that make a destination so extraordinary. We have put together a list of the best Australian bushwalks that you can experience on an AAT Kings Day Tour, Guided Holiday, or Short Break – add these to your 2022 travel list!
Uluru Morning Guided Base Walk
10.5kms gentle walk on flat ground | Moderate level of fitness required
Number one on our list of the greatest bushwalks is the iconic Uluru Morning Guided Base Walk, operated by GrownUps Holidays travel partner AAT Kings as a Half Day Tour. As the tour departs 60 minutes prior to sunrise, early risers will be happy with the once-in-a-lifetime experience of watching the sun rise over one of the world’s most amazing natural wonders, Ayers Rock, as it changes colour as the day begins.
Before you begin the 10.5km walk the intense red dirt, you have the chance to take in the pure natural beauty and enormity of your surroundings as you begin to see the first flickers of light illuminate the horizon and enjoy a light breakfast and coffee. Your local guide will educate you on the significance of the region to the Anangu people, the aboriginal owners of the land, and the iconic rock art the region is famous for.
Visit sacred sites Kuniya Pitu, Mala Walk, and Lungkata Walk, while learning about the sacred Tjukurpa (creation) story of the Mala People. Then, find an unanticipated desert oasis as you discover Kantju Gorge, the tallest waterfall in Central Australia, and the delightful Mutitjulu Waterhole.
INTERESTED? Contact GrownUps Holidays on 0800 842 685 and ask about their travel partner AAT Kings.
Kings Canyon Scenic Climb
6kms, 3 hours Canyon Rim Walk | Moderate level of fitness required
Number two on our list is is Kings Canyon in Watarrka National Park. Kings Canyon is a truly unique natural paradise that is also sacred ground for the Ulpanyali and Lilla people, and features towering sandstone walls, surprising desert waterholes, and unique wildlife and plantlife.
The rocky and at times wobbly climb to the rim of Kings Canyon will all be worth it when you experience the extraordinary scenery of Watarrka National Park from the top, one of those pinch yourself moments. Climb up a 100-metre cliff face before hiking around the rim of the canyon as you admire at the awe-inspiring sandstone walls, grottos, chasms and cliffs along the way.
The most stunning element of this bushwalk however, is the Garden of Eden, a natural spring waterhole that is thriving with local and exotic greenery, creating a truly unique desert landscape that we guarantee you will remember forever.
Blue Mountains Unearthed
Low level of fitness required
It depends on where you are located, the Blue Mountains National Park may be a bit more accessible to explore. The Blue mountains National Park is located just over an hour away from Sydney. The picturesque Blue Mountains make for the seamless day trip or weekend getaway with plenty of luscious green land to discover and ake some bushwalks.
At Echo Point you will see the iconic Three Sisters rock formation and learn about the rich flora and fauna that surrounds it as you will be joined by a passionate and experienced Guide. On GrownUps Holidays travel partner AAT Kings’ Blue Mountains Unearthed Day Tour, you will visit the must-see highlights, including the Megalong Valley, Jamison Valley and Leura Cascades.
INTERESTED? Contact GrownUps Holidays on 0800 842 685 and ask about their travel partner AAT Kings.
Freycinet National Park and Tarkine Wilderness Region
Low level of fitness required
Explore an untamed natural paradise at the remote edge of the earth – a land of mysterious valleys, incredible rainforests and rugged coastlines that will make you wonder why you have never visited this incredible region before.
Freycinet National Park on Tassie’s East Coast is an unquestionable must-do on any nature lovers bucket list. Freycinet features gorgeous private white sandy beaches, including the iconic Wineglass Bay, rocky headlands and sumptuous greenery that you will never want to leave. The expansive wilderness of Freycinet is also a sanctuary for birdwatchers, as you may get the opportunity to see white bellied sea-eagles as your National Park Ranger guide leads you through the breath-taking land.
The Tarkine Wilderness region is Australia’s biggest cool temperature rainforest and is truly a hidden treasure that we want to promote all Aussies to explore. On GrownUps Holidays travel partner AAT Kings’ Guided Holiday, you can enjoy a relaxing stroll through the iconic destination as your guide fills you in on all of the big and little details you would have never known if you had travelled by yourself.
Australia is blessed with an array of contrasting natural wonders, landscapes and wildlife, so it is time to start exploring today and book your next holiday in Australia!
Article in partnership with GrownUps Holidays travel partner AAT Kings, specialists in Australia and New Zealand coach tours. For more information or to book, contact GrownUps Holidays on 0800 842 685.
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