7 Ocean Activities for Your Holiday in Australia

Planning your itinerary for a trip to Australia? It just won’t be complete without a few oceanic experiences. There are many thousands of beautiful beaches to be seen, surrounded by stunning deep blue waters. Australians are known for making the most of their seas, by surfing, boating, fishing and more. Find out the best spots to enjoy some beachside activities with our top list.  

Surfing

The classic Aussie water sport is, obviously, surfing – it’s what springs to mind as soon as most of us think of Australia. However, the other stereotypical thing we associate with the warm Southern Ocean is sharks.

Hopefully, we can ease your fears though – of just 24 shark attacks across the whole of Australia recorded in 2016, only 2 were fatal (according to sharkattackdata.com). The chance of being interrupted on your surfing expedition by a hungry shark is teeny-tiny… so grab your board and catch a wave. You’re in the best place for it!  

Boating

Recreational boating is a favorite pastime of Australians. Who can blame them, with miles upon miles of beautiful coastline?
Rent a vessel and take a leisurely trip around Queensland’s secluded and serene Whitsunday Islands, or power-boat around popular Boston Bay in South Australia to soak up the sun and sights. Stay out for sundown and enjoy the most spectacular sunset you’ve ever witnessed. A must-do experience when visiting Australia.

Swim with Sharks

You and your family can swim with a whale shark – yes, really! These placid creatures pose no risk to humans whatsoever, so don’t be scared. Their diet consists of micro-organisms and they swim at an average speed of 3mph… predators they are not!
Ningaloo Whaleshark n Dive host whale shark snorkeling tours in Exmouth, Western Australia. If you’re not much of a swimmer, relax in the sun on-deck as a spectator and watch these beautiful animals play in their natural habitat.

Jet Skiing

Jet ski safaris are a thing on Australia’s Gold Coast! Located in Mariners Cove, Surfers Paradise, you can grab a jet ski and take a tour with other holidaymaker
Enjoy the freedom and exhilaration of traversing the cove, exploring hidden islands and meeting the locals – friendly dolphins, turtles and wallabies! This wonderful experience is not to be missed out on.

Fishing

If you love fishing, you will love fishing in Australia. The official Australian tourism website lists Darwin, Ningaloo and Sydney as awesome places to fish off the gorgeous coasts all year round. You can even go heli-fishing in Kimberley, Western Australia – that’s right – fishing by helicopter. Say what?
Visiting somewhere you’ve never been is the perfect chance to try something new, and we’re willing to bet even the most enthusiastic fishers have never heli-fished before!

Jetpack Flying

Book a jetpacking experience that you’ll never forget. Not many of us can say we’ve been propelled into the air by high-powered water jets, but now you can. Jetpack Adventures curate activities across 6 locations, including Perth, Whitsundays and New South Wales.
Safety briefing, wetsuits, gloves and goggles are provided – everything you need to get you up into the air. It’s open to all ages, and of course, no previous jetpacking experience is required!

Rapid Boarding

People who have experienced rapid boarding have reported that it was the ‘best day of their life’… and we can see why! Get wrapped up in a life jacket and helmet, and ride headfirst down a rocky rapids ravine on a specialized bodyboard. You don’t need any athletic ability, just tonnes of enthusiasm and a lust for adventure!

Duck Boat Tours

The Gold Coast in Australia is a popular tourist destination known for its natural beauty, attractions, and impressive skyline. To truly experience all that the Gold Coast has to offer, a unique sightseeing tour is recommended. Rather than just touring the city on a bus, a land and sea experience is provided with the Quack’rDuck duck bus, an environmentally friendly amphibious vehicle. This offers a memorable, fun, and adventurous experience for families and holidaymakers, the Duck Boat Gold Coast tour!

Instructors are always close by to make sure everyone has the best time possible. The Tripadvisor reviews speak for themselves – an unwavering 5 stars all-round. Start your rapid boarding addiction today at Tully River National Park in Cairns, guaranteed to be one of the most memorable times of your life!