Solo Travel in Australia
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Australia is an amazing destination to visit especially as a solo traveller. Going to Australia for some is a once in a lifetime experience because of the distance to travel there. I spent a year working and travelling extensively around Australia and have written a guide on how to travel solo in Australia.
Discover the best places to stay, which tour company to use and how to get around. Find out how to get from the airports and what to do in each place. All companies included have been recommended by solo female travellers and come with our Solo Female Friendly endorsement. Just choose the relevant section or read the full article.
N.b. For every booking made through this article, I donate money to projects helping vulnerable girls about the globe. Thank you for helping to make a difference to their lives.
Contents
- Solo Travel in Australia
- Working & Volunteering in Australia
- Places to Visit in Australia
- Tours in Australia
- Accommodation in Australia
- Best Experiences in Australia For Solos
- Travelling Around Australia
- Australia Itinerary
- Best Backpacks For Australia
- Travel Accessories For Australia
- Best Time to Go To Australia
- Travel Insurance For Australia
- From Australia Airports
- How To Be a Conscious Traveller in Australia
- Frequently Asked Questions About Australia
- Map of Australia
- Plan a Trip to Australia
- Related Posts

Australia is known for its kangaroos
Solo Travel in Australia
Solo travel in Australia is so easy that we've given it a 5 out of 5-star rating. Australia is known for its travelling culture so wherever you choose to start travelling you’re guaranteed to meet others en route.
Backpacking Australia solo is really popular, especially along the East Coast which is famous for its party atmosphere. Because of its ease, many gap-year and younger travellers choose to visit here to experience life down under before entering the job market.
If you are wondering “is Australia safe to travel to alone?” Then the answer is yes. Travelling solo in Australia as a woman is fine as most people are friendly but be prepared for some strange souls in the outback, especially in Katherine and Tenant Creek.
Australia has an outdoor lifestyle, barbecues on the beach, sporty lifestyle. There are so many rural areas and beaches and it gives you a chance to cut off from your previous world and have time for yourself, to think about a career change, think about changing your life, a different path or to start something new.
Australia has the power to bring so much harmony and power back into your life because it’s so natural with so much space. You can choose to share with people who you just meet or keep it to yourself. You have the freedom and the space for personal growth, to think about what you really want from life and learn all about yourself on the road.
Oz is great for first-time solos as there are endless supplies of hostels and hotels and everyone speaks English. It really is a traveller’s dream but if you prefer your Australia sightseeing with others, there are plenty of solo travel companies in Australia to go with.
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The sun sets over Cairns
Places To Visit in Australia
East Coast Australia
You can’t get much further from home than Australia and a trip down under is ideal for solo travel. It has sun, sand and plenty of surfer dudes to keep you entertained but with so many territories to see, where do you start? Follow our list of places to visit in Australia to help you to plan your trip.
If you like to party and meet other travellers then the East coast is one of the popular places in Australia to begin. As one of the best places to travel alone in Australia, you can fly into Cairns and travel down the Queensland coast.
Cairns is also the gateway to Northern Australia where the rainforest meets the sea and from here you can explore Cape Tribulation which is one of the locations in Australia that is home to thousands of mammals, reptiles and plants. Spend an evening in an eco-lodge to get back in touch with nature.
Things To Do in Queensland
Take the scenic railway through the Daintree National Park, see the waterfalls at Atherton Tablelands or take a stroll at the Mossman Gorge then relax at Cow Bay or the Four Mile Beach at Port Douglas. * Read: Exploring The Daintree Forest in Australia
The Great Barrier Reef runs along the Queensland coast and is one of the most famous places in Australia. The reef is a metropolis of coral and underwater life but due to many factors such as overfishing, coral mining, and tourism in Australia, the reef has suffered damage.
There are introductory dives available for those who want to experience the reef for the first time from Fitzroy or Green Island (but be careful not to touch the reef).
Once you’ve experienced this Wonder of the World, head South for the real Australia where you can sample some Bundaberg rum in the fruit-picking region of Bundaberg.
Magnetic Island
Magnetic Island, Australia, is a boat away from Townsville and they say that once you come here, you won’t want to leave. It’s a great place to hire a moke (a golf cart) and drive around the island. See the secluded beach of Radical Bay and the dairy-free ice-cream parlour, or explore the island on horseback.
Fraser Island & The Whitsundays
Fraser Island is a definite must-see. It's a huge sand island with stunning lakes where you can drive a 4WD along the beach. This is more of a camping experience but beware of the dingos and the tiger sharks. You do need to do a tour to see the best of the island. Find the best Fraser Island tours here.
Another of Australia's best places to visit is Whitehaven Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world and you can see manta rays swimming along the shoreline. This beach in the Whitsundays is also an ideal spot to clean any dull-looking jewellery in crystal clear waters.
Experience the great nightlife at Airlie Beach then take a sailing trip around the islands of the Whitsundays. It really is one of the most stunning places you will ever see.
Brisbane & The Gold Coast
One of the things to do in Brisbane is visit the late Steve Irwin’s Brisbane Zoo and Riverside Park. If you need more nightlife and some surfing then Surfers Paradise is one of the best places to travel solo in Australia for surfing Girls about the Globe.
This coastal city is the place to be with its ‘Miami feel’ and is the place to visit on the Gold Coast for plenty of fun and sun.
One of the things to do in Australia's Gold Coast is taking a ride in the many theme parks. Choose from Dreamworld, Movie World, or Wet ‘n’ Wild. Stay in a hostel to find others willing to come along for the ride.

Cape Byron Lighthouse in Byron Bay
Visit Noosa, Byron Bay, and Nimbin
Just north of Brisbane is a region called Noosa with secluded beaches and cute arty shops with plenty of restaurants around Hastings Street. The main beach is great for swimming and there are no stingers here.
If you prefer the hippy scene, visit Byron Bay for its incredibly laid-back vibe or take a trip to Nimbin the ‘alternative capital of Australia’ for its arty, colourful community and lost souls. This area is great if you are backpacking Australia alone as you will meet other travellers here too.
Victoria
Victoria is the next territory and is known for its variety of sporting events. Melbourne hosts the Australian Open, the Grand Prix, Melbourne Cup and Aussie Rules football at the MGM. It is also the fashion capital of Australia and is great for shopping and back-street cafe culture but you’ll need a local to find its exclusive, hidden nightlife.
Take some time to walk along the riverbank and enter Queen Victoria Market, the city's iconic market and the largest open-air market in the Southern Hemisphere. Visit the Royal Botanic Gardens, the Melbourne Museum, and the National Gallery of Victoria, before shopping at Chapel Street then while away your evenings at one of the bars or restaurants in Brunswick or Fitzroy.
You may feel more at home in Melbourne with its four seasons in one day but if you’re looking for more of a holiday feel, take the tram to St Kilda where you can sit al fresco and watch people rollerblading along the promenade.
You don't have to go far outside the city to experience some nature. Just 35 km outside of Melbourne are the Dandenong Ranges, mountain ranges with tall forests and waterfalls and a 1000 Steps Walk for the active GatG. Other places to see in Victoria include the town of Olinda, a popular town with forest walks and cafes and restaurants but it can get busy on the weekends.
* Read: Things To Do in Melbourne Solo

The Great Ocean Road (photo @ Petrina Wong)
The Great Ocean Road
One of the things to do in Melbourne, Australia, is taking a road trip along the Great Ocean Road, one of Australia’s epic drives. Bells Beach is en route and has great point breaks and was the setting of the film with the same name.
Stop off at Port Campbell National Park to see the Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge. The Twelve Apostles are one of the well-known sites on the route and the best way to see this iconic drive if you don't hire a car is on a Great Ocean Road day tour.
Off the coast of Melbourne is Tasmania, one of the lesser-known tourist attractions in Australia. In reality, there is so much to see in Tasmania that we've given it its own page. Read Solo Travel in Tasmania here.
New South Wales
If you're wondering where the best place to spend a week in Australia is then the answer is of course, Sydney. Sydney lies in New South Wales and although it is not the country’s capital it has everything you would expect to find in one.
Australia’s actual capital, Canberra, is 250km inland. If you do make it to Canberra, the Parliament Building is the main focal point of the city which overlooks the lake but don't make the long trip here expecting too much as the capital is very understated.
Places To Visit in Sydney
There is much to see and do in Sydney, and the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House are must sees for day tours in Sydney. Take a boat ride around the harbour or travel across to Taronga Zoo for spectacular pictures of giraffes against a Sydney backdrop.
There are so many other things to do in Sydney, Australia, such as a Rocks walking tour, kayak to Goat Island, visit the Chinese Garden or take a tour to the Blue Mountains, named after the blue haze from the eucalyptus trees.
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Sydney's Beaches
Darling Harbour at dusk is the perfect place to people-watch and has some great bars. If you prefer somewhere more upmarket, Woolloomooloo has swanky restaurants and plenty of yachts to admire.
If you like markets, you’ll love Paddington market which is reminiscent of Covent Garden with arty stalls. One of the favourite things to do in Australia is surf and Bondi is the most popular of the beaches but the waves of Coogee, Manly and Bronte are just as good. Dee Why Beach is lesser known and is a great escape from the crowds.
South Australia
Adelaide is the capital of South Australia and there is a lot to do both in and around this city which has a country-town feel. Things to do in Adelaide include getting out into the Adelaide Hills to see waterfalls, fairytale villages and the world’s largest rocking horse.
Sample wines at the Barossa Valley and see how chocolate is made in the chocolate factory, and camp overnight at Wilpena Pound, a natural amphitheatre within the Flinders Rangers. It’s a unique experience and you need an entry permit to enter the park.
Other places to visit in South Australia include the beach-side suburb of Glenelg where you will find great restaurants after a day of sunbathing on the beach. If you don’t enjoy having tan lines as you sunbathe, Maslin Beach is a popular nudist beach.
Kangaroo Island
Kangaroo Island is a natural Australia attraction and is only 90 minutes from the mainland, reachable via Adelaide. Over a third of Kangaroo Island are nature reserve but the island was badly affected by the wildfires in 2020.
The East side of the island is still open for Australia tourism and you can get up close and personal with seals on Seal Bay or join a wildlife safari to learn about Australian wildlife.
See Admirals Arch, the Remarkable Rocks, and the lighthouse at Flinders Chase National Park on the west side of Kangaroo Island. There are tours that take you from Adelaide to Kangaroo Island. Discover the best Kangaroo Island tours here.
Things To Do in Perth
From Adelaide, you can travel by train on the Ghan across the outback to the Red Centre, home to many Aborigines, or to the modern city of Perth via the Indian Pacific railway. Perth doesn't have that many of Australia's tourist attractions but is popular with ex-pats and there are some great beaches such as Cottesloe and Scarborough.
Kings Park in Perth is a tranquil place to relax and see black swans, or you can take one of the popular day trips and drive three hours south of the city to Margaret River where you can visit vineyards and wineries, cycle along the river or even surf. Perth is worth seeing if you have the time as it’s a long way from the rest of the country.
Fremantle, Perth, is a vibrant little city with buzzing markets but the main attraction has got to be the old prison, which gives you an eye-opening tour of prison life. Don't forget to visit Rottnest Island either where you can cycle around the wildlife nature reserve and spot the quokkas that live there.

The Breakaways near Coober Pedy
Northern Territory
When you stray away from the cities into the more male-dominated outback, you may find you get more attention as a woman travelling solo and being whistled at is not uncommon. If you don’t mind the attention, it’s worth a trip to see the real Australia.
You shouldn’t miss Coober Pedy, the world’s only underground town where you can sleep in an abandoned mine shaft. Near Coober Pedy is the Kanku-Breakaways Conservation Park with colourful mounds and stunning landscapes.
The Red Centre is steeped in Aboriginal culture and resembles a scene out of the Flintstones. Learn how to throw a boomerang, ride in a hot air balloon or play the didgeridoo at Alice Springs.
Uluru (Ayres Rock)
Things to do at Ayres Rock include visiting the Flying Doctors Museum or the reptile centre to learn more about Australia’s snakes and lizards. Then it’s onto the wonder that is Ayres Rock or Uluru, as known by the Aborigines at Kata Tjuta National Park.
Australia has thousands of national parks but this sacred rock is one of the largest Australia attractions and can be reached by a six-hour drive or a flight.
There has been much controversy about climbing the rock but a walk around the burial caves and ancient art paintings at the base is a good substitute. Don’t forget to include a trip to Kings Canyon (the setting for the movie, Priscilla Queen of the Desert), and the Olgas when you go.
Things To Do in Darwin
Head north to Darwin, the capital of the Northern Territory and the gateway to Lichfield or Kakadu National Park where you can see crocodiles and wetlands, and hire a bike at Katherine Gorge to cycle to the springs.
You don't have to go far to see a crocodile as Darwin is home to Crocosaurus Cove, one of Australia's tourist attractions, where you can experience one of the scariest things in Australia; diving with the crocodiles.
If you prefer to keep your feet on the ground and are wondering what to do in Darwin, there are plenty of art galleries showcasing indigenous art, and museums such as the Darwin Military Museum to keep you entertained. If you are going to the Northern Territory it’s worth investing in a fly net for this tropical climate.
Tennant Creek is an odd little place and half of its population are aborigines. If you can handle the strangeness it’s worth a stop to see the Devil's Marbles, an important site from the Dreamtime or visit Kalgoorlie for a real gold rush town.
Western Australia
Cruise past the rugged red cliffs of the Kimberley region then west to Broome, Australia, known for its pearling industry to drive a 4×4 along the northern stretch of Cable Beach. Many people skip this region but if you have the time it is worth travelling to. Nambung National Park is where you'll find the Pinnacles Desert, an area of pointy formations made out of limestone.
Finally…
Travel Australia alone and you'll have so many adventures. There are so many attractions in Australia and things to do from sleeping under the stars in a swag to experiencing a hot sunny Christmas.
If you decide to spend the Christmas holidays in Australia you may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of Santa jet skiing along Sydney Harbour. Tour Australia and you'll soon discover that there really is no other place like it.
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Tours in Australia
Best Tours to Australia For Solos
G Adventures Tours Australia – With Australia being such a sociable country, you’ll never be short of company travelling Australia alone. There are numerous solo travel tours for Australia but if you feel more comfortable in a group for either part of your trip or the whole duration, G Adventures is a responsible tour company which mainly caters towards budget travellers.
Most tours have an average of 12 people and there is no upper age limit. Once you book one of their G Adventures Australia tours you pay extra for any excursions you want to do when you’re there. G Adventures offer some of the best tours of Australia for all types of duration from 3 days on the Great Ocean Road to 28 days for a complete Australia tour.
Join the G Adventures East Coast Australia from Sydney to Cairns on a 16-day trip from £1849, or travel the Red Centre to Adelaide from £639 for 8 days. The G Adventures Best of Australia takes you from Cairns to Sydney over 14 days from £2050, making the most of your two weeks in the country. I have personally used G Adventures and recommend them as a solo female-friendly company.
* Click here for G Adventures Australia itineraries, prices, and start dates
Intrepid Tours Australia – Intrepid Travel is similar to G Adventures with an average of 12 people on each tour. Over 50% of people who book their trips are solo travellers. They tend to use hotels instead of hostels for their Intrepid Australia tours and have a more comfortable style of accommodation hence the trips can appear a bit more than G Adventures.
Intrepid Travel Australia tours range from 2 days to 22 days and include adventures such as an overnight camping trip in Uluru or an overland tour from Darwin to Perth. With both tour companies you share a room with someone of the same gender or you can pay extra for your own room. Read our Intrepid Travel Reviews
* Click here for the full itineraries, prices, and start dates
Stray Bus Australia – More for the adventurous GatG, Stray Travel is a hop-on hop-off bus tour offering bus passes around Australia with Australia tours from Sydney and other major cities. Jump on a 16 or 21-day Australia tour to see the best of the coast from Sydney to Cairns. This epic trip squeezes in all the highlights including Fraser Island, sailing around the Whitsundays, and seeing the Queensland rainforest. Tours of Australia depart every week and you can start or end your trip in Melbourne.
As well as seeing the iconic hotspots on their Australian bus tours you can also go off the beaten track and see areas of the country that others don't visit. Prices start from $2,895 AUD. If you visit during the peak season you may need to pre-book all sections of your trip before you go. Check the review here and save 10% on any $500+ Freestyle Pass.
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1770 Castaway – If you've ever wanted to experience life as a castaway on a tropical island, these 3/4 day tours are definitely not for the faint-hearted. Remote, raw and with insects, this will be one of those vacations to Australia that you'll never forget. (As one of the fun things to do in Australia, this castaway experience is definitely for the adventurous Girl about the Globe).
Australian Day Tours
Lets Go Surfing – Fancy a surfing lesson on Bondi beach? Check out Let's Go Surfing.
I'm Free Walking Tours – Enjoy 2.5 hours of easy walking around Sydney. The tours are free and you just make a donation at the end.
Get Your Guide – This tour platform offers day tours in Australia. When you solo travel around Australia it can be challenging to find tours that don't have a minimum of 2 people. Get Your Guide offers small groups and although some of the tours require a minimum of 2 people, there are plenty to book as a solo.
Choose from a tour of the Sydney Opera House, a Great Ocean Road tour from Melbourne or a catamaran cruise on the Great Barrier Reef. There are so many to choose from. Just check the reviews, price and availability then book online. * Check all tours and prices for Get Your Guide
Accommodation in Australia
There are plenty of types of accommodation in Australia and you'll never be short of places to stay whether you prefer hostels in Australia or a swanky city apartment. Finding accommodation in Australia is easy with motels, farm stays and even boat houses to spend a night or two. If you are backpacking alone in Australia, choose one of the many Australian hostels to meet others.
Booking.com is my favourite hotel site in Australia. It offers BnBs and hotels from 3-star to luxurious 5-star hotels in Australia and even includes dorm rooms if you're travelling on a budget. Guest houses are a sociable way of staying in family homes, or choose a private room in hostels if you want to meet others but still have your own privacy.
Plus there’s Airbnb Australia which offers rental accommodation in Australia on a short-term basis and rooms in Australia with a local. You can stay in a private room in a local's house or rent their whole apartment.
All of the accommodations below have been recommended by solo female travellers from our Girls about the Globe community and come with a Solo Female Friendly endorsement. For all other accommodations, click on the link below and search for the solo traveller reviews.
Adelaide – Adelaide Central YHA ($)
Adelaide Central YHA is an award-winning hostel in Australia. It is right in the heart of the city and has air-conditioned rooms. Each bed has a personal light and a large locker to store your stuff. It’s sociable with a communal lounge and they have pizza and live music nights too.
There is a 6-bed female-only dorm or you can choose a private room from £56 if you need more privacy. You'll find lots of backpackers here as the YHA Australia group is one of the most well-known hostels in Australia.
- Prices from £22/$28 USD per night for a dorm bed
- To book, check prices or availability for Adelaide Central YHA
Cairns – Calypso Inn Backpackers Resort ($)
If you are solo backpacking Australia and looking to socialise in Cairns, Calypso Inn is an Australian hostel with a social vibe. They have a bar to meet others and a swimming pool to cool off from the Aussie heat. The staff are friendly and will give you plenty of backpacking in Australia tips.
The hostel is also close to the esplanade so you don’t have far to walk after a night out. They also arrange shuttles from the airport. Choose from a female-only dorm, mixed dorm or a single room if you need your space.
- Prices from £17/$22 USD per night for a dorm bed
- To book, check prices or availability for Calypso Inn Backpackers Resort
Cairns – Cascade Gardens ($$)
If you prefer your own space in Cairns, Cascade Gardens are apartments with their own private balconies and a shared swimming pool. Everything you need is just a short stroll away along the boardwalk. See the lagoon pool, dine at the city’s restaurants or take a ferry to explore the reef.
In an excellent location with friendly, helpful staff, the apartments are bright and comfortable and come equipped with a kitchenette with tea, coffee and condiments. This family-run business is close enough to the city yet you can escape to your own piece of paradise. Choose from a studio or a one-bedroom apartment.
- Prices start from £94/$118 USD for a studio apartment
- To book, check prices or availability for Cascade Gardens
Melbourne – United Backpackers ($)
Located in the Central Business District, United Backpackers is one of the hostels in Australia Melbourne in the perfect spot to explore the city. You’ll find lockers for your belongings and a manned reception which is open 24 hours. The onsite bar makes it easy to find others to explore with. For those of us going to Australia alone, it's easy to meet other solo travellers in their female-only dorm rooms.
- Prices start from £28/$35 USD for a 12-bed dorm per night.
- To book, check prices or availability for United Backpackers
Melbourne – Citadines on Bourke Melbourne ($$)
If you prefer comfortable accommodation in Melbourne, Citadines on Bourke Melbourne offers modern apartments within the heart of the city. The apartments are a good size and come equipped with a kitchenette so you can prepare your own meals, as well as a TV in the living space. The staff are really helpful and reception is open 24 hours.
Other facilities include a gym, sauna and saltwater pool as well as a sun terrace. As an award-winning hotel in Australia, Melbourne, you can choose from a deluxe studio apartment, an executive studio, or an executive one-bedroom apartment.
- Prices start from £56/$70 USD for a deluxe one-bedroom apartment
- To book, check prices or availability for Citadines on Bourke Melbourne
Perth – Wickham Retreat Backpackers ($)
Wickham Retreat Backpackers is a great Australia hostel for solos. It’s really friendly and feels more like a small family so it’s easy to make friends. They hold nights such as pizza nights and have a TV room.
There is a free bus to the city which is just a short walk away. Breakfast is included and is available until lunchtime. The dorm rooms are heated and they have a 6-bed female-only dorm for girls only.
- Prices start from £145/$20 USD for a 6-bed dorm room
- To book, check prices or availability for Wickham Retreat Backpackers
Sydney – Bounce ($)
One of the nicest hostels in Australia Sydney is Bounce. Situated opposite the Central Railway Station and next to a bus stop, this hostel is in a great location to explore the city whether you want to go to Bondi Beach or the CBD.
The staff are really friendly and accommodating and will help with whatever you need. Plus, only guests are allowed in so it’s really safe. There is also a restaurant and a terrace too. This Sydney accommodation includes a female-only dorm, mixed dorm or private room.
- Prices start from £28/$35 USD for a 10-bed dorm per night
- To book, check prices or availability for Bounce
Sydney – Rydges Sydney Harbour ($$)
This four-star hotel is one of the best hotels in Australia for views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House. It is a short walk from Circular Quay and is perfectly located for ferries and trains, with the harbour only a 15-minute walk away. All rooms have an ensuite bathroom, flat-screen TV and air conditioning, as well as tea and coffee-making facilities.
You even have a choice of pillows that you don't find in many Sydney hotels. The swimming pool on the rooftop is one of the hotel’s highlights offering amazing views of the harbour.
The hotel breakfast is an additional cost but is well worth purchasing during your stay. Choose from a standard double room, a superior room, an executive double room or a deluxe king room with a harbour view.
- Prices start from £105/$132 USD for a standard double room
- To book, check prices or availability for Rydges Sydney Harbour
Experiences in Australia For Solos
If you are wondering what to do in Australia alone, we've picked our top 10 activities in Australia for solo travellers. Check dates and prices for all experiences in Australia here
1. The Sydney Opera House
If you are travelling to Sydney, Australia alone, you can’t come all the way to Sydney and not see the Opera House! This iconic structure is now 60 years old and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. If you thought this was one giant opera house you may be surprised to know that there are more than 1,000 rooms within its famous sails. The hour-long tour includes a tour inside the theatres, learning the history of Australia’s biggest icon.
Check prices and dates: The Sydney Opera House Tour
2. Sail The Whitsunday Islands
If you love beaches, sailing the Whitsundays Islands is one of the must do's in Australia. The Whitsunday Islands are some of the most beautiful islands in Oz and the best way to see them is on a sailing trip. You get to snorkel alongside turtles and stingrays and see Whitehaven Beach, one of the most stunning beaches in the world. The catamaran departs from Airlie Beach, a destination that attracts many travellers backpacking alone in Australia.
Check prices and dates: Whitsunday Islands Full-Day Catamaran Sailing Adventure
3. Great Ocean Road & Twelve Apostles
When you're travelling solo it can be costly to rent a car for one. Instead of hiring a car along one of the world’s most popular coastal roads, take a full-day tour instead. See the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and hear tales of shipwrecks as you see this spectacular coastline. The trip departs from Melbourne.
Check prices and dates: Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Full-Day Tour
4. Daintree Wilderness & Cape Tribulation
If you are planning to spend some time in Queensland, head out of Cairns to experience Australia’s rainforest and wetlands. Cruise along the Daintree River among mangroves, spotting crocodiles. Cape Tribulation has a gorgeous white sand beach that you can walk along or just view from the boardwalk instead. The trip departs from Cairns.
Check prices and dates: Full Day Daintree Wilderness Tour
5. Climb Sydney Harbour Bridge
If you want to see the best of Sydney, one of the fun things to do in Australia is to climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge for the most amazing views. The climb includes an experienced guide who takes you 134 metres above the water to the summit of the bridge.
After a complimentary certificate and photo, you finish your climb with a great sense of achievement. No matter what time of day you go, you’ll be blessed with a great panorama but it's recommended to pre-book your tour as this is one of the Australian activities that you don't want to miss.
Check prices and dates: Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb
6. Go Whale Watching in Hervey Bay
If you’ve ever wanted to see whales up close, whale watching is a must do in Australia. This experience is led by marine naturalists who tell you everything about whale behaviour during your trip. You can listen to live whale songs underwater and there is also a whale researcher onboard to help with any questions. The best thing about this experience is that whale sightings are guaranteed or you will receive a free ticket for another day.
Check prices and dates: Hervey Bay: Ultimate Whale Watching Experience
7. Wine Tasting in Barossa Valley
If you love wine, a trip to Barossa Valley should definitely be on your solo Australia wish list. This day trip makes it easy for you to go wine tasting as it’s travelling by coach. You'll experience wine tastings at three wineries and enjoy lunch in this famous region before heading to the Adelaide Hills and learning more about the region’s German heritage.
Check prices and dates: Barossa Valley & Hahndorf Day Trip
8. Cycle Rottnest Island
This little island off the coast of Perth is the perfect place for cycling. It takes 3.5 hours to peddle around this wildlife nature reserve spotting wildlife as you go. The island is only 4km wide and has secluded bays and unspoilt beaches. It’s a great day out and just a ferry ride from Perth or Fremantle. This tour includes your ferry ticket and bike hire. Just remember to pack some food and water.
Check prices and dates: Rottnest Island Ferry & Bike Trip from Perth or Fremantle
9. Snorkel The Great Barrier Reef
You can't take an Australia solo trip and not see one of the Seven Wonders of The World. Green Island is one of the islands in The Great Barrier Reef with transparent waters and a colourful reef. Snorkelling is the best way to see the marine life but if you prefer to stay dry then you can discover the reef from a glass bottom boat instead.
The trip also takes you to the island’s rainforest. Snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef is one of the best things in Australia to experience. The boat departs from Cairns.
Check prices and dates: Green Island Reef Full-Day Catamaran Cruise
10. Climb Sand Dunes on Fraser Island
There’s a reason that this island is World Heritage listed. As the largest sand island in the world, it is begging to be explored. Cruise the Great Sandy Strait spotting dolphins, turtles and even a dingo or two. You may even spot humpback whales off the shores. If you are an active GatG you can snorkel, kayak, go tubing or just climb the sand dunes. Tours depart from Hervey Bay.
Check prices and dates: Remote Fraser Island Tour from Hervey Bay
Travelling Around Australia
Travelling solo around Australia does take a bit of planning. The large distances between places are vast so travelling around Australia takes a while. If you are planning your own tour of Australia there is a great bus network called Greyhound that provides passes for bus travel, as well as epic train journeys.
A rail pass is a good way of saving money for train travel. If you are limited on time, the best way to travel Australia alone is to use internal flights between the cities: Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Australia operate domestically. Find flights here
If you are planning a solo road trip in Australia, renting a car is only recommended for either short distances, a trip along the East Coast, or those long distances when you have company to travel with. You don't want to be travelling Australia solo with just you in the car and breaking down miles from anywhere in the Outback.
With so many backpackers in the country, there are plenty of other travellers to keep you company on a road trip. I hired a car for Tasmania and Queensland. * Check prices for car hire in Australia
Coach tours are also a great way for travelling Australia. You get to see areas of the country and share the experience with your fellow passengers. Oz Experience offers guided trips to Australia for those who are sociable and like to party.
Australia Solo Travel Itinerary
If you are hoping to see all of Australia’s sites in a single trip it can be difficult to achieve unless you have plenty of time. Most people when they solo travel in Australia start with Sydney and travel their way up the coast. You'll find more travellers along this route so pairing up with others is more likely than venturing to the Northern Territory alone.
If you are planning first-time travel to Australia, we recommend these routes for your Australia Itinerary. For a cultural experience, you have to visit the Red Centre (Alice Springs and Ayres Rock) to learn more about the Aboriginal culture and help support indigenous groups.
Within a two-week Australia vacation, you also can travel from Adelaide to Darwin or Sydney to Cairns. Below are two itinerary ideas for two weeks in Australia.
a) Sydney – 5 nights, Alice Springs – 4 nights, Cairns – 4 nights (to visit the Great Barrier Reef).
b) Melbourne – 3 nights, Tasmania – 3 nights, Sydney – 5 nights, Uluru – 3 nights.
Best Backpacks For Australia
Australia is such a wonderful country for backpacking. If you're wondering whether to take a suitcase or a backpack, I definitely recommend a backpack if you are planning on visiting a few destinations within the country.
I have the Caribee Jet Pack 65 which opens like a suitcase. It makes it easier for me to find everything that I have packed rather than having a top loader. I store all my clothes in the big section and my shoes and toiletries in the smaller compartment. My first aid kit gets packed in the pouch. It’s easy to spot on the baggage carousel too. Find out why I recommend it below.
Caribee Jet Pack 65
“My backpack is a Caribee bag. I was looking for a bag that zipped completely open. There is a strap which fits around my waist when I’m walking and it comes with a small daypack that zips onto it which is perfect for checking in on my luggage on a plane and keeping a smaller bag with me for my hand luggage. It even has a rain cover which kept everything dry during the rainy seasons. I’ve had it for years and it’s been to numerous countries with me.” – Lisa Eldridge
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Travel Accessories For Australia
If you’re unsure what to pack for your solo trip to Australia, we have created a guide of our favourite solo travel products to help you decide what to pack. Our favourite travel accessory for Australia are a pair of Gandys Flip-Flops.
If you’re spending time at one of Oz’s incredible beaches, you’ll definitely need a pair of these. Find out why we love these below and click on the link to discover all of our favourite travel products:
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Gandys Flip-Flops
Cool and very funky, these ethical flip-flops are not just footwear. Founded by brothers who were orphaned during the 2004 Tsunami, their mission is to improve the lives of fellow orphans. Every purchase goes towards opening a new children’s home around the world. These are flip-flops with a purpose but Gandys isn’t just limited to footwear; you’ll also find women’s shirts, hoodies and scarfs for your solo Australia trip.
* Discover all Gandys Flip-Flops here
Best Time To Go To Australia
If you are wondering when is the best time to go to Australia, the best months to visit Australia are between October to December. Australia is in the Northern Hemisphere, meaning the seasons are opposite to Europe so you can escape a European winter.
There are still plenty of things to see in Australia no matter what time of year you visit. Because the country is so vast, each region differs in a climate so there is always somewhere to see depending on your interests.
If it's hot that you're after, one of the best places to visit in Australia is the Northern Territory which is known for being hot and humid year-round.
If you love festivals, Adelaide is one of the best places in Australia to visit in March due to its various festivals such as the Adelaide Fringe, and Art Festival. If you visit during the wet season (December to February), beware of box jellyfish in the sea. Stinger suits are provided if you intend to snorkel.
This chart shows the average maximum day temperatures for Sydney (from January to December) to help you plan your Australia travels. Find out the weather for other areas here.
Travel Insurance For Australia
Travelling alone in Australia is safe but travel insurance is always recommended, especially if you will be doing any active sports or venturing into the Outback. I recommend True Traveller for UK and European residents, and World Nomads for U.S. and worldwide citizens.
True Traveller and World Nomads are two insurance companies which can cover travel to Australia. True Traveller is available to UK and European residents, and World Nomads is available to over 100 countries worldwide, including the USA and UK. For digital nomads, Safety Wing is a nomad insurance that covers people from all over the world.
All companies allow you to buy insurance when you are already on the road and offer different plans depending on your needs including additional adventure cover.
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N.b. World Nomads provides travel insurance for travellers in over 100 countries. As an affiliate, we receive a fee when you get a quote from World Nomads using this link. We do not represent World Nomads. This is information only and not a recommendation to buy travel insurance.
From Australia Airports
When planning your solo trip to Australia, there is a choice of airports to fly into. Below are the main Australia airports with information on how to get into the nearest city.
Sydney Airport (SYD) – Airport Link departs the International and Domestic Terminals of Sydney International Airport every 10 minutes and takes just 15 minutes to reach the city.
Cairns Airport (CNS) – Airport shuttle buses run from the airport to the city centre, Northern Beaches, Palm Cove, Cape Tribulation and Mission Beach. Some accommodation provides their own courtesy coach so check when booking. The time to the city is only 10 minutes.
Melbourne Airport (MEL) – SkyBus offer an express service to the city every 10 minutes or there are public buses and taxis for the 30-minute journey.
Brisbane Airport (BNE) – Coachtrans coaches offer direct transfers to Brisbane City departing every 30 minutes. Trains take 22 minutes to Brisbane City or 90 minutes to the Gold Coast (Nerang). For transfers from Brisbane International Airport to the Sunshine Coast, Sun-Air operates an hourly bus service until 8.50 pm.
Perth Airport (PER) – From Perth International Airport, Bus route 380 runs to Elizabeth Quay Bus Station in Perth City. Bus route 40 operates 7 days a week and offers the most direct route from the airport to the city. Check here for buses.
Adelaide Airport – JetBus services travel from the Adelaide International Airport to the city, Glenelg and the North-Eastern suburbs. Skylink Airport Shuttle offers a regular bus service for the 15-minute journey to the city.
* Feel more confident travelling to Australia alone with someone waiting for you at the airport when you pre-book a transfer with Hoppa, a reliable and safe service for solos.
Travelling onwards (check visas before you travel)
As Australia neighbours countries such as New Zealand, Fiji, Bali or Papua New Guinea, your trip doesn’t have to end in Australia. You could fly to New Zealand, Bali, or the Pacific Islands to extend your travels in Oceania. If you prefer a leisurely pace, cruise from port to port in Australia and then onward to New Zealand or Tasmania. Asia and North America are also accessible by boat or sail back to the UK on a 40-day cruise.
* November to March is the best season for cruises to Australia.
Where can I go from here?
- Papua New Guinea – 4 hours
- New Zealand – 5.5 hours
- Bali – 4 hours
How To Be a Conscious Traveller in Australia
As well as the general ways to be a conscious traveller which you can find here, if you are solo travelling Australia you need to be aware of the following:
Don’t climb Ayres Rock. Climbing Ayres Rock used to be one of the top things to do in Australia. The Aboriginals have since won the right to keep this rock sacred. Instead, there’s a base walk that you can walk around. If there are signs asking you not to photograph Aboriginal sites refrain from taking pictures.
Buy Aboriginal art from cultural centres and ask permission before you take any photos of their crafts or the people.
Australia is known for its unique wildlife but don't try and touch or feed the animals, and don’t use your flash so that you can protect the animal’s eyes.
Don’t have your photo taken with a koala or snake around your neck and avoid any staged animal shows such as crocodile shows.
One of the must sees in Australia is visiting the Great Barrier Reef, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. If you do visit here, be careful not to touch the coral in the reef. Respect the ocean if you choose to dive, snorkel or swim in it.
Social Impact Programs
Lentil As Anything – This not-for-profit vegan restaurant is in four locations in Australia. With the slogan ‘food without borders,’ they aim to care for people and provide a wholesome and nutritious meal.
Guests pay what they can for meals and also use food that otherwise would have gone to a landfill. The restaurant trains volunteers such as those who are long-term unemployed, migrants and refugees and help them to find paid work.
Stay Eco
Daintree Crocodlyus Village – For the Eco Girl about the Globe, Daintree Crocodylus Village is located deep within the Daintree rainforest, less than 2 miles from Cow Bay Beach. This Daintree accommodation feels more like being on safari with tent rooms that come with either a private or shared veranda.
There is a cafe onsite and a games room so you can challenge one of the guests to a game of pool as an ice-breaker. Choose from a jungle double with a shared bathroom, a tropical cabin, a rainforest bungalow or a safari hut. There are also beds in a 4-bed mixed dormitory room for those on a budget.
* To book, check prices or availability for Daintree Crocodlyus Village
Daintree Ecolodge is also in the Daintree Rainforest. Each villa has views of the rainforest and you can feel at one with the atmosphere of the rainforest with your windows open and screens on your windows to stop the bugs coming in.
The views are even better from the restaurant which overlooks the lagoon. All ingredients here are locally sourced so you’re guaranteed a delicious organic meal from seasonal produce.
The staff in this eco-lodge Australia are very welcoming and there is a day spa to help you fully relax. If you are searching for an eco getaway, this eco-lodge certainly offers sustainable luxury. Prices start from £135/$169 USD for a lagoon villa.
* To book, check prices or availability for Daintree Ecolodge
Volunteering Australia
Conservation Volunteers Australia – If you love nature, you could help conserve the environment during your trip to Australia. Help in the volunteering response to the bushfires in the affected areas, or in the areas of heritage, flora and fauna, or coasts and waterways. There are conservation projects across the country in New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, and Western Australia.
* Discover all conservation placements in Australia
Vulnerable Girls in Australia
The Trauma of Australia’s Indigenous ‘Stolen Generations’ is still affecting children today. A report shows that children living with adults who were forcibly separated from their families are more likely to face a host of challenges. Read more….
Frequently Asked Questions About Australia
Here are the most asked questions about Australia.
- Is Australia safe for solo female travellers? Yes. That's why we've given it 5/5 stars.
- Can you drink tap water in Australia? Yes, you can drink tap water but you may prefer to take a water filter for some areas.
- Tipping in Australia: Tipping isn't expected but if you received good service, a tip of 5% to 10% is appreciated.
- Fixed price or barter? Fixed Price.
- Are There ATMs in Australia? Yes, there are many banks and ATMS throughout Australia.
- What side of the road do they drive in Australia? They drive on the left-hand side (the same as the UK).
- Good for vegetarians and vegans? Yes, there are vegan cafes and restaurants in Sydney and Melbourne and other Australian cities. Adelaide even hosts an annual Vegan festival!
- Any seven Wonders of the World? The Great Barrier Reef.
- What is Australia famous for? Surfing, diving, beaches, road trips, and friendly locals.
- Which Australian city should I visit? For first-time travel definitely Sydney then either travel up the East Coast to Brisbane or south to Melbourne.
Map of Australia
If you are ready to solo travel in Australia here are some useful links to help you to travel Australia alone including airlines which fly there, vaccinations required and events and festivals. Current Time in Canberra Capital City – Canberra Population – 22.4 million Language spoken – English Currency in Australia – Australian Dollar Do I Need a Visa To Go To Australia? The validity of an Australia visa lasts for 3 months within 12 months of when your visa is approved. Apply through your visa through here. Vaccinations Required For Australia When is The Best Time to Travel to Australia? The seasons are opposite to the Northern Hemisphere so October to December is a good time to go. Australian Festivals and EventsPlan a Trip to Australia
“Australia is absolutely full of solo travellers -
you'll make friends in hostels right away.”
- Jessica Elise Newton, a 25 year old solo traveller from the UK.
Budget – £70+ a day
Facts
Useful Info
Brisbane and Byron Bay are not part of the Gold Coast. Brisbane is the capital of Queensland, Byron Bay is at the top end of New South Wales.
Thanks Claudia. I have changed this now.
Hi thanks for your article, it is very informative, i will be going to Sydney solo in September. Can you recommenced any good seafood restaurants in Sydney?
Hi, thanks for your comment. I definitely recommend Doyles in Sydney. The fish is fab! There are a couple of girls in our Facebook group who live in Australia and may be able to suggest other places. Here’s the link to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/369115206621307/
Aloha! Your website is truly a great source of information & inspiration!!! Thanks for doing this for all us Solo traveler’s, really makes it easier to take that leap.
Wondering if you have advice re: Lord Howe Island, Heron Island, Hamilton Island, Magnetic Island, Hayman Island, Fitzroy Island. Fraser Island & Hervey Bay are on my to-do list, but I’m not sure about how to fit in all these island in 17 days this August. My goals are snorkeling the GBR, experiencing the pristine beaches, and incredible wildlife, too.
Thanks in advance for any advice you have.
Thanks so much Judy 🙂 I have only been to Magnetic Island, Fraser Island and Hervey Bay. I would say that seeing all of these islands in 17 days could be a push as you’ll only get to spend about 3 days on each one. We have a Facebook group which you could join to ask advice and some of the girls live in Australia. Here’s the link to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/369115206621307/
Hi!
I plan to travel solo to Australia this October. Travelling solo for the first time can be daunting. Any suggestions will only help me further with planning my trip. I am looking at 10-12 days. The broad itinerary is like Mumbai-Sydney-Cairns-Melbourne-Canberra-Sydney-Mumbai. Is it doable? Also if you could guide me about how to go about booking trips to Blue Mountains, Scuba Diving (at Cairns), Great Ocean Drive (coach tour is fine, i am not a very confident driver, that too in a foreign country). I have joined the FB group (hope you accept my request).
Looking forward to your guidance… Thanks 🙂
Hi Nilanjana, thanks for your message. I would say that 10-12 days isn’t that long to do all of those places unless you are doing activities every day and taking internal flights. You mentioned that you joined the FB group so post the same message in there to get some more advice x
hi.
i’m planning to travel for 8 days in oz.
personally, which part do u recommend?
thankss
Hi, I would recommend Sydney and then flying into Melbourne. You can then see the beaches in Sydney and if you have time, do part of the Great Ocean Road in Melbourne.
Hi,
Travelling from Victoria, B.C. in January 2017. Bit nervous. Any other single females going to Australia around that time from Victoria?
Hi Alannah, I would suggest joining our Girls about the Globe Facebook group to meet other solos Here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/369115206621307/
Hi Alannah, I would join our FB group and ask the same question in there as you may find someone who lives there in our group 🙂 https://www.facebook.com/groups/369115206621307/
I’ll be in Sydney 1/29-2/1 and Melbourne from 2/6-2/9. Are you there at these times?
wow! i m so tempted. was thinking of going solo trips to Europe, but was fearful because i hadn’t done solo before. sounds like australia is a better choice..
Hello,
I’ve found your site very informative, thankyou. I’m going flying to Cairns in November and I have about 3 weeks to get to Sydney to meet my BF who is coming out to see me for Christmas. I was just wandering about the best way to get from Cairns to Sydney, but missing out Brisbane as we are going to do that together.
I have requested to join the Facebook group too as I am over there for 6 months. Hoping to work in Melbourne.
Hi Lindsey, thanks 🙂 You can either fly internally or take the Greyhound bus. I also took the Oz Experience for a sector of my trip. I’m glad you joined the group too.
Hello! Thank you very much for your article! Very useful 🙂 im planning to go to Australia and new zealand next summer, one month Australia and two weeks new zealand. Do you reccomend renting a car going by myself or is it better internal flights, buses and trains?
Im planning to do the East coast ( cairns to Sydney) adelaide, Melbourne, uluru, Tasmania and all i can visit for the whole month. Your tips are more than welcome
Thanks Carmen. I definitely recommend visiting Tasmania – it’s so stunning and natural. If you only have one month maybe take a bus for half of the journey up the coast – Adelaide, Melbourne, Tasmania (you can get the ferry here), then fly to Uluru. I was there over 10 years ago so I would recommend joining the Girls about the Globe Facebook group as some of the girls there have recently been or are heading to Oz so they can offer you some better tips. Here’s the link to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/369115206621307/
Looking to travel solo to Australia from the end of november to mid december 2016, so very soon!! I have no idea where I should begin. Should I go with a tour group? I’m a young 40 year old single female and don’t want to get stuck with a bunch of old people, ha, but I do not want to have to drive while I am there and happy to fly from location to location. Thinking Sydney – Melbourne – Cairns – and the outback somewhere? Not necessarily in that order. No clue how to start!
Hi Marni, I’m 40 too 🙂 There are internal flights you could take and also a great bus service called Greyhound. Sydney, Melbourne, Cairns sounds good then you could fly to Alice Springs in the outback. I was there over 10 years ago so I would recommend joining the Girls about the Globe Facebook group as some of the girls there have recently been or are heading to Oz so they can offer you some better tips. Here’s the link to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/369115206621307/
Hello!
I’m planning to visit Australia in the month of January, 2017. Will be there for 3 weeks. Is there any way I can team up with fellow solo travelers and go around? I’m 25 🙂
Hi Shweta. I recommend joining our Girls about the Globe Facebook group to meet other solos 🙂 Here’s the link to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/369115206621307/
Hi
I have just sent a request to join your Facebook group, I am looking to travel to Australia in April from 14th till 2nd May (nothing booked yet). I will be travelling solo for the first time so a little nervous, ideally I would prefer to join a tour group or other solo travellers and was hoping you can help me prepare an itinerary please?
Hi, I have just accepted your request. Many of the girls have been to Australia recently so post your comment in the group to get some advice 🙂
Hi
I am planning to go solo backpacking around the east coast in August/ September. Do you think its still worth going in the winter months -I am traveling alone so am hoping to meet other backpackers there or would it be very quiet?
Thank you
Hi Rosie, I lived in Australia for a year and I would say yes but I recommend joining our FB group to ask the same advice in there as some of the girls have been to Australia recently x https://www.facebook.com/groups/369115206621307/
Hi I’m aiming to travel to Australia for the first time on my own Feb/March and hoping to travel aroundSydney and nearby areas. I’m not a confident traveler so I’ve sent a request to join the facebook page as any advice and tips on how to travel solo would be really helpful.
Thanks,.
Kath
Hi Kathryn, I’ve just joined you into the group. Welcome 🙂 x
I’m traveling solo to Australia for a month in February. I did send a request to join the group. Thanks so much!
Hi Sharon, let me know if you have any problems joining the group.
Hey, this is really informative, thank you so much! I’m visiting Cairns in early June, and am planning on visiting the Great Barrier Reef then. I was thinking of clubbing a couple days in Gold Coast and maybe 4 days in Sydney after that. Does that sound doable? What would you suggest?
Hi Preethi. Oh wow. June isn’t far away. Clubbing on the East Coast sounds cool! I really liked Surfers Paradise http://www.barsandnightclubs.com.au/gold-coast/ You can take the bus from Surfers to Sydney but it takes about 17 hours which is doable if it’s a night bus or look at taking an internal flight instead. Rome2Rio is good for working out travelling around https://www.rome2rio.com/s/Surfers-Paradise/Sydney. Fee free to join our Facebook community too x https://www.facebook.com/groups/369115206621307/
Hi, I found this information really useful as I’m travelling solo for the first time ever so I’m a bit apprehensive. Would you recommend booking on to one of the tours before I get there or just fly in and go from there? Also what is the job market like for travellers? Is it easy to find work for short periods of time?
Thank you
Hi Chantelle, Australia is really easy to travel around as a solo so you don’t need to take a tour if you don’t want to. I used the Greyhound bus to get around, the trains, internal flights, hired a car, and then did a week with Oz Experience just to see what a tour felt like. It was fun and took me off the beaten track. I worked in an office in Sydney and Melbourne and also fruit picked on the coast. This was a few years ago so I’m not sure if it has changed. Are you a member of our Facebook community as someone who has been there recently may be able to help more about the job market now? Here’s the link to join https://www.facebook.com/groups/369115206621307/ x
Hi. is it easy to get a Australian Tourist Visa if you are a pinoy solo traveler? Like i have Korean and Taiwan visa and traveled to mostly asian countries, i have work and sufficient funds for only 4 days tour trip in Sydney? Hope to hear from you. 🙂
Hi Mike, I would look at the Australian visa site for your nationality. You can get a tourist visa if you are on a British passport.
Hi! Currently I have a trip booked to allow 7 full days on ground in Australia with flights to/from Sydney. With this being my first trip to Australia, I’m trying to figure out if I should switch one flight to Melbourne and travel in between the two. I really like the idea of hitting Cairens/Sydney/Melbourne based on your blog but with such short time, I’m not with the travel between. Or should I do day trips from Sydney? Thoughts would be appreciated! I’m so grateful I found your blog and just joined the FB page! One other question, have you take an overnight train? Thought that might be an option as well.
Thanks!
Brooke
USA
Hi Brooke, thanks for your questions. I’ve answered your queries in the Facebook group 🙂 x
Hi!
I am 27 and going on my first ever solo trip in mid November this year. I am really anxious and not a clue what I am doing it was just a spur of the moment decision. I am thinking of starting off in Cairns (hopefully meeting my best friend for Christmas day) then heading south along the coast. How easy is it to get accommodation over the Christmas period? Also would you recommend starting in Cairns and working your way down? I would love to travel with someone and I am really hoping I meet people!!!
Hi Melanie, I would pre-book accommodation for the Christmas period as it’s also their summer. Yes, I would recommend starting in Cairns and working your way down. I used Greyhound buses which are good and also Oz Experience x
Hi Melanie,
I am also travelling solo in mid November- hoping to start in cairns and work my way down to Sydney before I fly home in February. Have you made any plans yet? I have no idea where to start with hostel booking etc!!
Hi Melanie,
I’m 26 and doing my first solo trip, I’m heading to Asia first doing a tour then heading to Australia mid-dec and nothing planned as yet as really worrying what to do over the christmas/new year period.
II’ve just asked on the group for some suggestions, but we could always meet up along the way.
I’m definitely doing the east coast, just not sure what way I’m starting yet possibly Sydney upwards but I’ll wait for some suggestions.
Hi,
My name Imms. I’m planning to have solo trip to Brisbane on Aug ’18. At first, I will have training in Camp Warrawee for 8 days then I’m free to go. Any suggestions, this is my 1st trip to Australia. Can you advise me for the transport also, pls? How many days should I extend my trip? Thanks in advanced.
Hi Imms, I would suggest Sydney and Melbourne if it’s your first time to Oz. The distances are long so it depends how long you have in the country. Taking internal flights is quicker if you are short on time or you can take the Greyhound Bus or Oz Experience. Have you joined our Facebook community? Some of the girls are in Australia at the moment. Here is the link to join https://www.facebook.com/groups/369115206621307/
Hi,
I’m traveling solo to Brisbane for about 4 days in November. Please suggest any places of interest must go in Brisbane as well public transport to take. Thanks in advanced.
Hi Heather, I used the Greyhound bus to get around and spent some time on the Sunshine Coast which is North of Brisbane. Noosa is really nice. I didn’t find much in Brisbane except the zoo. Have you joined our Facebook group? They are a really friendly bunch. Here’s the link to join https://www.facebook.com/groups/369115206621307/
Hey – I’m looling to travel travel between October and November this year! Would love to go on some tours and meet people. Are there any tours you recommend where most people are in the same situation as me??
Thanks
Hi Demi, Oz Experience is great for meeting people. There are so many travellers in Australia that you’ll meet others in hostels x
What about Western Australia? I had friends start their Around Australia trip there andthey were totally blown away by the vastness of the state, the magnificent beaches, friendly people and so many great sights: Perth’s King’s Park, Swan River, The Pinnacles, Wave Rock, seeing the carpets of Wildflowers during the wildflower season, Karri Forests & giant trees, Monkey Mia’s dolphins, Broome, The Horizontal Falls, Cape Leveque, Diving with whale sharks, the Ningaloo Reef, sandboarding at Cervantes…. WA is such a huge state yet tourists all get told to do the East Coast. Why?
I’m going to follow my friends advice and fly and travel through Asia then go to WA and start my Australian adventure there.
Hi Sandra, thanks for your comment. You’re right – Western Australia is fantastic and there is a great reef there too. I think the reason that most tourists get told to go to the east coast is because it can be easier to combine on a first-time itinerary with other places x
Hi!!
I absolutely love this informative blog.
I am planning to go to the Great Barrier Reef by myself, butI am totally confused if i should do the Whitsundays or Cairns. I am short on time so can be to only 1 of these destinations. Would love to know your thoughts.
Hi Sonal, thanks for your kind words. I would choose the Whitsundays over Cairns if I had to only pick one. Whitehaven Beach is one of the most stunning beaches that I have ever seen x
Hey, I loved your article! I’m thinking about getting a one way ticket to Aus by myself, but I have no idea where to start or what to do! Do you have advice? X
Thanks Veronica 🙂 Australia will be amazing! I would start in Sydney then travel up the east coast to Cairns. If you have time take an internal flight or one of the epic train journeys into the Red Centre. Or you could start from Sydney and travel down to Adelaide x
Hey! you should look into adding ‘Share Bus’ to the guide to get around. It’s a great way to meet people/travel in a small group, which is nice if you’ve just arrived as a solo traveller – you can meet people you can spend time with later on in your trip.
They organise a shared rental of a minibus and lots of camping equipment as a way of getting to and from big cities/towns in Aus and exploring the nature in between. It’s super flexible and pretty affordable too 🙂
Thanks Jade. I’ll look into this x