Thala Beach Lodge, Rainbow Lorikeets, Near Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia

Australasia

Australasia – a stunningly diverse continent with everything from vast barren deserts, where kangaroo and emu bound, to remote tropical rainforests, rugged mountains, pristine beaches and fantastic cities.

Maybe it’s the wide-open spaces, healthy outdoor lifestyle, world-class cuisine and wines of New Zealand, or the warm friendly people and pleasant climate of Papua New Guinea that take your fancy? Whatever your interests, we’ll ensure that your holiday to Australia, New Zealand or Papua New Guinea is unforgettable.

Because we have explored these incredible destinations ourselves, we can recommend the sites, flavours, and activities that will allow you to experience the essence of a place at a pace that suits you. And with our highly-qualified guides, you’ll be looked after every step of the way. As your itinerary is completely tailor-made, the journey ideas given for each destination are just suggestions to give you some idea of the possibilities on offer.

Need inspiration?
Browse our Australasia holiday ideas.

Our experts have created and curated these holiday ideas to get you started. Take the time to search through them and find something that is the spark for your unique adventure.

Where to stay

Some of the wonderful places to stay that we frequently recommended.

Southern Ocean Lodge £££££

  • Australia

Above the crashing surf of the Southern Ocean on Kangaroo Island, this stunning lodge boasts beautiful panoramic views and adjoins two National Parks.

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Hapuku Lodge £££££

  • New Zealand
  • Boutique

In one of the South Island’s most spectacular settings, sandwiched between the ocean and snow-capped peaks, Hapuku Lodge offers the chance to stay in a treehouse suspended 10 metres up in native Manuka trees. Set in a peaceful location in the heart of the rolling countryside, the 1,600 acres surrounding the property include olive groves and the family’s deer farm.

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Karawari Lodge £££££

  • Papua New Guinea
  • Wilderness

Perched 300 metres above the Karawari River amidst dense lowland rainforest, this remote lodge occupies a privileged location in an isolated part of the world. Inaccessible by road, this rustic, thatched property was inspired by indigenous architecture. Ten simple but comfortable thatched cottages have ceiling fans and a shared veranda. Communal areas can be found in the spirit house inspired main lodge. All around, the treetops abound with birdlife, including colourful parrots and energetic sunbirds.

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Longitude 131 £££££

  • Australia
  • Tented Camps

Located amidst the sand dunes of Australia’s vast central desert, Longitude 131° offers an eco-sensitive, luxurious and romantic place to stay, with privileged views of the sun rising and setting over Uluru (Ayers Rock).

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Meet our experts

A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.

Clare Higginson

It was my passion for languages that first encouraged me to leave the UK behind and grab my rucksack. Since then, it’s been a mixture of intriguing cultures, jaw-dropping landscapes and the wonder of seeing animals in their natural habitat that sees me continuously extending my travel wish list.

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