Know Before You Go | Australia
Whether you're preparing for your upcoming Australia adventure or just want to learn more about the land down under, we've got you covered. We've rounded up an array of helpful resources, from wildlife and weather guides to compelling first-hand accounts written by Nat Hab travelers and staff.
Travel Tips
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about Australia? We've got answers! We've compiled a list of our most frequently asked questions about the natural wonders you'll see, wildlife, weather and more.
Southern Australia Wildlife Guide
Southern Australia Wildlife Guide
Learn about the animals you'll encounter in southern Australia, from koalas and kangaroos to Tasmanian devils, wombats and echidnas.
Northern Australia Wildlife Guide
Northern Australia Wildlife Guide
Learn about crocodiles, wallabies and other unique animals you'll encounter in northern Australia.
Places We Visit
Places We Visit
From Kangaroo Island to the Outback, here are the places you'll explore on our Australia adventures.
Natural History
Natural History
Australia is a living textbook for understanding the history of evolution, with species that exist nowhere else on Earth.
WWF Conservation
WWF Conservation
Over the last 40 years, World Wildlife Fund has worked on species conservation and habitat and landscape management across southern Australia.
Weather & Climate
Weather & Climate
Find out the typical weather conditions in Australia in this month by month breakdown of average temperatures and rainfall.
Reading List
Reading List
Our reading recommendations will fuel your excitement for an expedition to Australia.
Expedition Dining
Expedition Dining
Learn about local foods and sustainable dining experiences on Nat Hab's Australia adventures.
Southern Australia Packing List
Southern Australia Packing List
We’ve made a comprehensive list of all the clothing and gear you’ll want to pack so you'll be well prepared for your Australia adventure.
Travel Stories & Articles
Four Ways to Celebrate Wild Koala Day
Four Ways to Celebrate Wild Koala Day
—By Lavanya Sunkara
For Wild Koala Day, we’ve put together a brief overview of what makes koalas so special, the threats they’re facing and what you can do to help them all year long!
For Wild Koala Day, we’ve put together a brief overview of what makes koalas so special, the threats they’re facing and what you can do to help them all year long!
9 Ways to Celebrate World Reef Day (Even If You Don’t Live Near the Beach!)
9 Ways to Celebrate World Reef Day (Even If You Don’t Live Near the Beach!)
—By Cathy Brown
Conservationists and ocean lovers: June 1 is our chance to step up and celebrate World Reef Day!
Conservationists and ocean lovers: June 1 is our chance to step up and celebrate World Reef Day!
Top Places to See Wild Australian Animals Down Under
Top Places to See Wild Australian Animals Down Under
—By Cathy Brown
Australia is known for its gorgeous sunny weather, stunning natural landscapes, high-quality wine and friendly, laid-back locals. It’s also known for its unique flora and quirky...
Australia is known for its gorgeous sunny weather, stunning natural landscapes, high-quality wine and friendly, laid-back locals. It’s also known for its unique flora and quirky...
Saving Tasmania’s Marsupials: Conservation Milestones and Challenges
Saving Tasmania’s Marsupials: Conservation Milestones and Challenges
—By Rebecca Self
Wildlife sanctuaries, like the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, play a pivotal role in the conservation of Tasmania’s marsupials. On Nat Hab’s Ultimate Australia Safari, you’ll get an exclusive behind-the-scenes...
Wildlife sanctuaries, like the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, play a pivotal role in the conservation of Tasmania’s marsupials. On Nat Hab’s Ultimate Australia Safari, you’ll get an exclusive behind-the-scenes...
10 Unique Species You Can See in Southern Australia
10 Unique Species You Can See in Southern Australia
—By Emily Goodheart
Australia’s southern coast is home to an array of intriguing wildlife. The fascinating animals found here are specially adapted for their environment, their unique traits and behaviors...
Australia’s southern coast is home to an array of intriguing wildlife. The fascinating animals found here are specially adapted for their environment, their unique traits and behaviors...
Conservation in Cape Otway: Saving Australia’s Wildlife
Conservation in Cape Otway: Saving Australia’s Wildlife
—By Cathy Brown
Many nature lovers venture to Australia for its long coastlines and colorful reefs, vivid rainforests and iconic kangaroos and koalas. But away from the crowded, well-known travel routes...
Many nature lovers venture to Australia for its long coastlines and colorful reefs, vivid rainforests and iconic kangaroos and koalas. But away from the crowded, well-known travel routes...
Discover Southern Australia’s Kangaroo Island
Discover Southern Australia’s Kangaroo Island
—By Cathy Brown
Any adventure from abroad to Australia feels like a journey to the ends of the Earth. But just imagine the sensation of awe and wildness that awaits when going even more “down under”...
Any adventure from abroad to Australia feels like a journey to the ends of the Earth. But just imagine the sensation of awe and wildness that awaits when going even more “down under”...
The Allen Coral Atlas is the First High-Res Map of All the World’s Coral Reefs
The Allen Coral Atlas is the First High-Res Map of All the World’s Coral Reefs
—By Samantha Miller
On September 8, 2021, the Allen Coral Atlas met a major milestone by completing the first-ever high-resolution spatial and thematic detailed maps of the world’s tropical, shallow coral reefs.
On September 8, 2021, the Allen Coral Atlas met a major milestone by completing the first-ever high-resolution spatial and thematic detailed maps of the world’s tropical, shallow coral reefs.
Top National Parks in Southern Australia: Tasmania, Kangaroo Island & the Great Ocean Road
Top National Parks in Southern Australia: Tasmania, Kangaroo Island & the Great Ocean Road
—By Laura Kiniry
I’d been on Kangaroo Island for less than an hour when I spotted my first bit of wildlife: a koala perched high in the branches of a blue-gum eucalyptus tree. It wasn’t an easy...
I’d been on Kangaroo Island for less than an hour when I spotted my first bit of wildlife: a koala perched high in the branches of a blue-gum eucalyptus tree. It wasn’t an easy...
Nat Hab’s Australia and New Zealand Adventure Director Runs Trips and Races
Nat Hab’s Australia and New Zealand Adventure Director Runs Trips and Races
—By Joel Centano
Check out this thrilling interview with Nat Hab's Adventure Director Emily Kleinburd.
Check out this thrilling interview with Nat Hab's Adventure Director Emily Kleinburd.
Northern Australia’s Daintree: The Oldest Rain Forest on Earth
Northern Australia’s Daintree: The Oldest Rain Forest on Earth
—By Emily Goodheart
Walking under an emerald canopy, you listen to the sounds of croaking tree frogs enshrouded by mighty basket ferns and catch a flash of color from the chattering birds overhead. Giant fan palms...
Walking under an emerald canopy, you listen to the sounds of croaking tree frogs enshrouded by mighty basket ferns and catch a flash of color from the chattering birds overhead. Giant fan palms...
Lady Elliot Island: A Remote Marine Paradise in the Great Barrier Reef
Lady Elliot Island: A Remote Marine Paradise in the Great Barrier Reef
—By Cathy Brown
While places like Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort are thankfully doing their part to help protect Australia’s natural environment, iconic wildlife and the health of the corals of the Great Barrier Reef are still at risk. A trip to see Australia’s marine wildlife in all its glory may be a once in this lifetime experience.
While places like Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort are thankfully doing their part to help protect Australia’s natural environment, iconic wildlife and the health of the corals of the Great Barrier Reef are still at risk. A trip to see Australia’s marine wildlife in all its glory may be a once in this lifetime experience.
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