15-Day Eco Self-Drive Surrounded by Nature

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This morning, you'll depart by boat for the Sanctuary of Lone Pine. Opened in 1927, the sanctuary is a shelter for sick, injured and orphaned koalas at a time when the species was slaughtered for the fur trade. After returning by boat, you'll have some free time before you drive to the beautiful Glass House Mountains National Park, near the picturesque village of Montville, an ideal place for hiking, walking, picnicking or cooling off in a waterfall.

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Today, you can take advantage of this day to discover the Glass House Mountains National Park. Explore the region’s 11 ancient volcanic peaks, walk through lush rainforests, hike waterfalls, and admire breathtaking scenery - lose yourself in the natural beauty and serenity of the hinterland of the Sunshine Coast. If hiking isn't your thing, you can head to the famous Australia Zoo within the park, set up by the late Steve Irwin and his family.

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Today, you'll head to Mon Repos, Sunshine Coast. Most of this coastline is part of the conservation park created to protect the turtle nesting areas. You can join the ranger guides for an awesome experience with endangered sea turtles. En route to Mon Repos, don’t miss the town of Hervey Bay, known as the world’s premier whale-watching destination from July to November. After checking into your eco-resort, you can visit the Amandine Lavender Farm & learn how to propagate & grow your own lavender

This morning, you'll travel to Gladstone and board the ferry to Heron Island. Famous worldwide for its spectacular coral reef and sanctuary of extraordinary marine life, this island offers a true eco-experience! On Heron Island, you are not just a hotel guest, you are a guest of nature: sleep, play, and explore a protected sanctuary overlooking the Great Barrier Reef.

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Today is a day dedicated to exploring the island and the marine life around it. Heron Island is famous worldwide for its spectacular coral reef, an extraordinary variety of marine life, migrating whales, nesting turtles, and abundant birdlife. You can look forward to walking the reef at low tide, snorkelling and diving at one of the 21 recognised dive sites, as well as bird watching, turtle spotting and whale watching.

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After a morning at leisure on Heron Island, you'll board the ferry to Gladstone and pick up your vehicle to continue exploring Australia’s east coast! You'll drive to Rockhampton where you will pass the Tropic of Capricorn. You will arrive at your cottage in the middle of nature. Set up a barbecue, swim in the pool or photograph kangaroos and other local animals. After sunset, you can light a campfire and sit under the tropical starry sky.

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After a morning of exploring the Capricorn Caves, you'll Hit the road to Eungella National Park, Queensland’s most ecologically diverse park and Australia’s longest subtropical region. Don’t miss Cape Hillsborough National Park, located 45 minutes north of Mackay, where eucalyptus forests meet the sea, a favourite habitat for many species such as the Kookaburra, kangaroo and koala. You'll end the day at Airlie Beach, a cosy little seaside resort and gateway to the Whitsundays archipelago.

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Today, you'll climb aboard the Alexander Stewart to discover the Whitsunday Islands! This archipelago consists of 74 islands within the famous Great Barrier Reef, one of Australia’s landmarks. You can admire white sandy beaches with clear waters, multicoloured corals and fish. Relax on deck, or join in and learn traditional sailing techniques. The Alexander Stewart is renowned for its guided walks, snorkelling safaris, Aboriginal culture, ecology and astronomy.

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Today, you'll explore the archipelago. You'll wake up at the first reef site to snorkel the coral fringes of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. After a tropical breakfast, you'll explore the corals and discover the myriad of fish and turtles that populate the reefs. Later, you'll explore a new snorkelling site chosen specifically for its wide range of fish and coral. You'll enjoy a buffet lunch and a tropical fruit platter. In the evening, you'll return back to Airlie Beach.

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This morning, you'll drive to Paluma National Park. Along Paluma Range Road, you will encounter Little Crystal Creek and Big Crystal Creek, two great places to picnic, swim and walk in the bush. Beyond the village of Paluma, the small town of Hidden Valley is home to Hidden Valley Cabins, an eco-refuge offering home-cooked meals and day trips with the platypus. Tonight, you can observe the local wildlife of the region in the company of an experienced guide.

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Today, you'll have the day free to explore Paluma National Park. Hidden Valley Cabins offer a range of fun and exciting guided tours which you can take advantage of. Paluma National Park was voted by Australian Geographic as one of the top five places to see a platypus in the wild. The Platypus Safari tour from Hidden Valley Cabins includes a guide and history of Hidden Valley. This tour has a 98% success rate of spotting Platypus.

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Today, you'll leave early in the morning for Daintree Rainforest National Park. On the way, don’t miss the Babinda Boulders, a magnificent granite gorge formed millions of years ago that offers the opportunity for incredible horse riding and swimming. Beautiful and dense, the Daintree National Park abounds with plant and animal species rare and unique to Australia, which has earned it a place on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

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This morning, you will climb aboard the Ocean Safari. The tour begins on the beach of Cape Tribulation where you will board the boat bound for the tropical waters of the Great Barrier Reef. You will have the chance to see a multitude of tropical fish, as well as sea turtles, sea eagles, giant clams and starfish. You'll return to land at the end of the tour and you'll have the option to enjoy a cruise to see the sea crocodiles, zip-line through the treetops or sample local fruit on a local farm.