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Road Trip Along Australia’s East Coast

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To experience Australia’s amazing East Coastline, there is no better adventure tour that you can go on than an epic road trip from Sydney to Cairns. With some of the country’s most stunning landmarks, attraction and adventure activities, you’ll definitely be left speechless.

We have picked out some of our favourite stop offs along the way that you need to visit to make travel truly memorable.

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Road Trip Adventure Along Australia’s East Coast

Seal Rocks

As you head up to Cairns from Sydney, a major stopping point for travellers is Seal Rocks which is made famous for its peaceful location, great beaches and furry attractions. Of course, we’re talking about the fur seals that are so commonly spotted relaxing on the rocks by the Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse. A trip to spot these adorable animals is a must especially as their numbers have been increasing and there have even been sightings of the guys along the Port Stephens area.

Seal Rocks offers more than just seal watching. If you’re a keen surfer or want to give the water sport a try then the beaches give you some brilliant waves to ride, with the Lighthouse Beach, Yagon and Treachery beaches some of the popular sites.

The Blue Mountains

A wonderful adventure destination for your travels through New South Wales, as the Blue Mountains sits not far from Sydney. Take a trip up the East Coast to this natural beauty that offers you a taste of Australian culture and stunning structures. In particular the rock formation named the Three Sisters. To take in the full impact of the Blue Mountains, a visit to Echo Point gives you the perfect vantage point to look out and gaze upon the Australian landscape.

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Don’t leave the Blue Mountains until you have taken a trek to discover the amazing rainforest and rested as you take in the stories of legends, Meehni, Wimlah and Gunnedoo. There you will learn how a battle over love encased the three sisters in stone.

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Byron Bay

For a chilled out and relaxing time along New South Wales, escape Sydney and visit Byron Bay. With its laidback attitude and stunning ocean views, you will experience a travel adventure along the coast like no other.

A starting point at Cape Byron is highly recommended as you soak up the sun and look out to the vast ocean, with the feeling of sand between your toes. As you arrive, first you’ll notice the striking structure that is the famous lighthouse that stands overlooking the water for over 100 years. Cape Byron loops for 3.5 km and a walk will lead you into a rainforest and take you onto cliff tops and you can witness the exciting Australian wildlife.

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Fraser Island

With so much to do on Fraser, where do we start? From the rainforests, freshwater lakes and the outstanding sand formations the World Heritage Listed Island offers travellers some of the most beautiful locations and attractions.

For a relaxing time spent by or even in the water, Fraser Island boasts over 100 lakes for you to choose from, with Lake McKenzie the most popular. Its water starts off with a crystal clear appearance than there are dramatic changes in colour as the blue become more prominent as you reach further into the lake. The Central Station Rainforest is a must visit! To explore the depth of the plants and witness all the interesting wildlife is an experience on its own and you could find yourself wandering through for hours. When strolling through the rainforest you will love coming out onto the Wanggoolba Creek boardwalk as it passes through Basin Lake.

They may look cute, approachable and are one of the big attractions on the island, but with the Dingos on Fraser are not to be interacted with as they are wild dogs, so cautious approach is encouraged.

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The Whitsundays

Composed of 74 islands, the Whitsundays is one of Australia’s most beautiful locations and with so many islands there is a lot to explore and discover. In Queensland, the islands are known as the states true paradise and with their warm waters and striking coral you’ll understand why.

One of the best ways to take in all of the Whitsundays is by enjoying an astonishing scenic flight that takes you over the beautiful islands. Hamilton Island, Daydream Island, Hayman Island and Whitsunday Island are some of the more famous islands. The Whitsundays is famed as the gateway to a spectacular stretch of the Great Barrier Reef another of Australia’s World Heritage Listed destinations.

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Mission Beach

We’re getting closer to Cairns and there’s no dip in the quality of attractions the further north you go along the Australian East Coast. Depending on what you like, Mission Beach can fulfil your every interest. From leisurely time spent by the water on the beach to getting involved in some of the exciting water sports you’ll be sure to keep yourself busy.

Queensland is famous for its quality of fruits and the winery scene is one of the major attractions and it is a brilliant opportunity to brush up on your knowledge of Australian wines. Also, to enjoy a few glasses while you’re there! The endangered Cassowary roams the sandy beaches as it calls the Mission Beach home and you will relish the chance to witness one coming out of the rainforest. Considered a walking dinosaur, the Cassowary is a giant, flightless bird that displays a bright blue head and neck and jet black feathers.

An excellent way to arrive on the beach and one that is sure to give you that adrenaline rush is to leap out of a plane and skydive! As you plummet through the air and Mission beach becomes larger, a pull of a cord, your parachute is deployed and you are left floating for a few minutes. It’s just enough to appreciate the beauty of the beach, the curvature of the earth along the horizon and how wonderful life is Down Under.

Port Douglas

An abundance of stunning beaches, world class restaurants to dine in as well as beautiful weather all year round, Port Douglas is a place that travellers along the East Coast of Australia need to visit. A number of brilliant markets, shopping districts and of course the beaches, you will be able to easily fill your days with excellent activities.

If a beach adventure is what you are looking for then you can explore the four miles of beautiful white sandy shores and stand side-by-side with the ghost crabs as they scurry along. Just be safe and don’t let those little guys get you with their pincers!

Cape Tribulation

Here’s a trip back in time, where the Daintree Rainforest sits just North of Cairns in Queensland and it is rich in plant life and is the home to a number of striking wildlife.

A tour of the Daintree Rainforest is very exciting and you can discover the wonders that it holds either by foot, trekking through the undergrowth or taking to the dizzy heights and zip line through the trees!
Cape Tribulation presents you with a very special experience, when you step out of the rainforest and onto the sandy beaches, looking at the washed ups shells and beach wood. The Daintree National Park gives you some amazing sites and a walk through; ending on the Cape is a perfect way to call time to the magical travel adventure.

The East Coast of Australia is a hotspot for tourists from all over the globe. Cairns and Brisbane, two major cities in Queensland and New South Wales, are part of it. It is certainly one-of-a-kind, with its picturesque towns, old rainforests, beaches, and adrenaline-pumping activities. You must book these tours for a great time in Australia.

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