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Where to Stay
Every captivating tailor-made itinerary needs a perfect base. Our team has handpicked this collection of properties to give you luxury options in styles to suit any adventure.
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Our Team
Steppes Travel is made by the people who work here. Incredible holidays are made possible because of their vast travel experience and the great enthusiasm they bring to their work.
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Our Tour Experts
We carefully select our experts based on their knowledge, companionship and influence, ensuring that you can travel with the most knowledgeable leaders in the field.
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Heroes and Heroines
the people who lead the way when it comes to those things which matter to us: exploration, the environment, women’s empowerment and education
Queensland
Queensland is home to some of the world’s most treasured natural wonders, the World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest.
This region of Australia boasts beautiful beaches, idyllic islands and tropical rainforests. Queensland conjures images of Robinson Crusoe islands and magical underwater worlds and it doesn’t disappoint.
Stay in the atmospheric town of Port Douglas in the tropical north, where the rainforest meets the reef, or retreat from the world to spend days on the reef, snorkelling off hidden beaches, far from anyone. Further south, sail the azure waters of the Whitsundays or head to Fraser Island to search for dingo and surf the dunes on this, the worlds largest sand island.
The Great Barrier Reef
The Great Barrier Reef is a World Heritage site extending 2,600 kilometres along Australia’s east coast. It is the world’s most extensive coral reef system and is one of the planet’s richest areas in terms of faunal diversity containing 400 types of coral, 1,500 species of fish, and 4,000 types of mollusc. The reef is also the habitat of whales, dolphins, dugongs, large turtles, a variety of harmless sharks and it is an important habitat for seabirds, shore and land birds.
The Whitsunday Islands
The Whitsundays are made up of 74 beautiful tropical islands located in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. Only a handful of the 74 islands have resorts on them, and most are beautiful, tropical deserted islands which make a fabulous option for a sailing holiday.
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Haggerstone Island
This private island hideaway is a true piece of paradise, a chance to leave all modern-day trappings at home and become a castaway. The Island is covered in tropical jungle and surrounded by lagoons with the…
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Thala Beach Nature Reserve
Set on the coast within 145 acres Thala Beach Nature Reserve is nestled into the rainforest, overlooking two kilometres of beautiful beach.
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Silky Oaks Lodge
Silky Oaks Lodge is spectacularly situated on the banks of the Mossman River and surrounded by the World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest. The 40 treehouses are contemporary and comfortable with a rustic vibe and each has…
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qualia
Pronounced kwah-lee-ah, qualia is located on the far north of Hamilton Island. A peaceful retreat with 60 elegant pavilions, nestled among 30 acres of tropical gardens, each with panoramic views of the ocean, surrounding islands or…
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Ultimate Tasmania
Tasmania is Australia’s smallest state and this holiday really does show off the best of this beautiful island. The charming city of Hobart, uninhabited and pristine islands, sweeping sandy bays, towering mountains, unique wildlife and gourmet food.
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Lord Howe and The Great Ocean Road
Showcasing two of Australia’s cities, Sydney and Melbourne, a stay on the World Heritage listed island of Lord Howe plus a self-drive adventure along the Great Ocean Road and into the ancient mountain ranges of the Grampians National Park.
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Ultimate Tasmania
Tasmania is Australia’s smallest state and this holiday really does show off the best of this beautiful island. The charming city of Hobart, uninhabited and pristine islands, sweeping sandy bays, towering mountains, unique wildlife and gourmet food.
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Lord Howe and The Great Ocean Road
Showcasing two of Australia’s cities, Sydney and Melbourne, a stay on the World Heritage listed island of Lord Howe plus a self-drive adventure along the Great Ocean Road and into the ancient mountain ranges of the Grampians National Park.
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Experiences
What do you really love doing? We curate your itinerary especially for you.
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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Uluru and The Red Centre
Experience the deep red colours of dusk and the subtle orange of dawn displaying the outback and the sacred sites of Uluru…
Sydney, Blue Mountains and The Hunter Valley
Home to the iconic silhouette of the Sydney Opera House plus nearby mountain landscapes, fabulous wine regions and glorious beaches.
Darwin, Kakadu and Arnhem Land
A spectacular area rich in Aboriginal culture
Queensland
This region boasts beautiful beaches, perfect islands and tropical rainforests.
Western Australia
The Western Region of Australia is often the least visited as it is located such a long distance away from the draws…
Melbourne and The Great Ocean Rd
Home to one of the country’s most spectacular coastal drives.
Tasmania
Australia's smallest state in terms of both size and population yet it offers diverse and spectacular scenery, unspoilt wilderness and rich heritage.
South Australia and The Southern Outback
South Australia's outback covers 80% of the state yet is home to just 1% of its population.
Why Choose Steppes?
Our knowledge and expertise set us apart. So too our curiosity. It is this that drives us to create a journey that is really bespoke to you, all the while ensuring we travel and operate sustainably.
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