Intrepid Australia

Intrepid Australia is your inspirational guide to discovering the most engaging and unique experiences from across the country, for locals, first-time visitors and returning international travellers alike. Whether it's an introduction to the country, or a chance to explore new places and experiences, this guide is not just a checklist of things to do, but instead offers insight into the tapestry of things that make Australia amazing – colourful cities and towns, First Nations cultures, diverse landscapes, unique wildlife, world-renowned food and drink and unforgettable nature experiences.

This guidebook will inspire you to discover new destinations or see the classics from a different perspective. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Australian landscape by visiting the gorges of the Kimberley or following the fagus pilgrimmage at Cradle Mountain. Participate in the excitement of Garma Festival in Arnhem Land or cheer on the teams at the Tiwi Islands Grand Final Weekend. Challenge yourself to go outside your comfort zone by ziplining off Perth's Matagarup Bridge or visit a turtle rehabilitation at Fitzroy Island. From coast to outback, there is something to satisfy the interests of any visitor.

Part of the Intrepid Country Guide series, this guidebook will help you get a greater insight and understanding of the parts of a place, to learn from locals who can help you discover the authentic, the eccentric, the rare and the astonishing. All done with an eye to sustainability, to celebrate the planet and protect its unique environments, and making ethical choices that give back to the local makers and communities.

About the Author

Intrepid Travel has been on a mission to create positive change through the joy of travel since 1989. Headquartered in Australia, Intrepid offers over 1000 small group adventures across every continent. As the world's largest purpose-led adventure travel company (and a proud B Corp), Intrepid strives to balance purpose and profit through an ethical and conscious approach to travel for travellers and the communities they visit. In 2023, Intrepid was named one of TIME Magazine's 100 Most Influential Companies, alongside other recent accolades including Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies award (2021, 2022, 2023), the Best for the World - Governance award from B Lab, B Corporation (2022), and TTG Media's Touring & Adventure Operator of the Year (2022).