Discover amazing outdoor adventures in Australia—from the breathtaking Great Barrier Reef to the gorgeous beaches in Byron Bay to the untouched wilderness of the Outback. There’s so much to see and do across this diverse island nation, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the wealth of options. Not to mention, you can find amazing deals to destinations throughout the country right now. To help narrow down your next vacation, here’s our guide to five not-to-miss Australian experiences.

Snorkel in the Great Barrier Reef

Considered one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, this largest coral reef on earth is home to an awe-inspiring variety of marine life. With more than 1,500 species of fish, 411 types of coral and six types of threatened marine turtles, snorkeling here is a bucket list-worthy experience. Located on the east coast of Australia, the Great Barrier Reef can be seen on a variety of tours departing from Cairns.

Enjoy a two-day tour of the Great Barrier Reef that includes a cruise on a glass bottom boat and a guided snorkeling trip to an underwater observatory. Or, head to the idyllic Green Island to see tropical fish, turtles and the marine life on this tour.

Hike Tasmania

A small island off the coast of Southern Australia, Tasmania is teaming with a diverse myriad of landscapes. Hiking trails criss-cross the island’s 19 national parks, from the expansive vistas of Cradle Mountain to the picturesque beaches of Freycinet.

Hikers are spoiled for choices with multiple day trips from Hobart and Launceston. Enjoy this three-day tour which includes Cradle Mountain, Wineglass Bay and a chance to see real Tasmanian Devils. Or, take a wilderness cruise along the Tasman Peninsula to see the spectacular coastline.

Camp at Ayers Rock

Ayers Rock, or Uluru in the original Aboriginal, is one of the most sought after Outback attractions. A sacred sight to the local Aborigine, this massive sandstone plateau is 1,1143 feet high (348 m) and has a total circumference of 5.8 miles (9.4 km). Because of its important spiritual significance to the local Aborigine, it is forbidden to climb the famous rock, but visitors can still enjoy an expansive hike around the plateau which offers sightings of kangaroos, wallabies, emus and more!

Visitors can opt to stay at the Ayers Rock Resort but any true adventure traveler will jump at the chance to camp under the stars beside this behemoth and enjoy the starry sky. One of the best trips is the three-day Ayers Rock tour from Alice Springs, which not only includes camping nearby but also takes you one scenic hikes through Kings Canyon and Kata Tjuta National Park.

Drive Down the Great Ocean Road

One of the most popular trips in Australia is the scenic Great Ocean Road drive from Melbourne to Adelaide. This route offers unblemished views of the Victorian coastline, bushwalking through the Great Otway National Park, and hiking in the Grampians National Park.

Enjoy a two-day tour that includes the famous Twelve Apostles rock formations, Loch Ard Gorge, Great Otway National Park and a chance to interact with koalas.

Explore Daintree Rainforest

Travelers to Cairns are spoiled by the Great Barrier Reef, but they also have the heritage rainforest: Daintree. This national forest is the largest in Australia and hosts one of the most complex ecosystems on Earth that has survived here for millions of years.

For both explorers and adventures there are plenty of activities here from Aboriginal nature walks, guided eco tours, jungle surfing, and ATV tours. For the best of all worlds, try a three-day Queensland Adventure Tour that including snorkeling in the Great Barrier Reef, rafting on the rapids of the Tully River, photo ops with crocodiles and koalas at a wildlife habitat and a visit to Daintree National Park.