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Storyteller Series: Craig Wickham from Exceptional Kangaroo Island
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
When Craig Wickham spots a goanna scuttling across the road, he doesn't tell his guests to get out of the way. Instead, he invites them into the bush to see where it has... Read more

Storyteller Series: Andrew Ellis from Pacific Whale Foundation Eco-Adventures Australia
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Since he was a 15-year-old crewing on a tug boat on Sydney Harbour, Andrew Ellis has spent his career on the water. He ended up in tourism, working on floating restaurants and cruise... Read more

Storyteller Series: Daniel Schoedler from Premier Travel Tasmania
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
When travel agent Daniel Schoedler flew from Switzerland to Tasmania for a trade show in 2015, it didn't take long for the Apple Isle to make an impression. "I was invited on a... Read more

Storyteller Series: Paul Cross from Naturaliste Charters
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Paul Cross has travelled more than 52 countries, but if you ask him to pick the most beautiful place in the world, it's his ocean-lapped backyard every time. Growing up near Bunbury, south... Read more

Storyteller Series: Debbie Ferguson from Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
The first time Debbie Ferguson saw a whaleshark was on her honeymoon. She and husband Mark wanted something to remember their special occasion with, and the enormity of the gentle, spotted giant -... Read more

Port Lincoln Osprey Fledgling 'Zoe' Travels Over 1000km in One Week
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Osprey 'Zoe' has stunned the Port Lincoln Osprey team, having travelled more than 1000 kilometres (621 miles) in just one week. In November 2022, and within two months of hatching, Zoe was fitted... Read more

Storyteller Series: Peter Clutterbuck from Australian Coastal Safaris
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
More than 30 years ago, when Peter Clutterbuck was a teacher, he was posted to the town of Port Lincoln, on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula. He spent some time driving around, looking for... Read more

Storyteller Series: Sab Lord from Lords Kakadu & Arnhemland Safaris
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
You'd expect a man raised on a Kakadu buffalo and crocodile-hunting station to be a character, and Sab Lord doesn't disappoint. He also knows everything - and everyone - there is to know... Read more

High Flows Rejuvenating the Murray Floodplains
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Australia’s longest and most famous river is currently experiencing high flow, sparking to life hundreds of thousands of hectares of floodplain vegetation that hasn’t been inundated for decades. This natural event is currently... Read more

Murray River Trails Launches New 5 Day Safari To River's End Tour
Posted by Murray River Trails
Murray River Trails (MRT) is proud to launch its newest tour linking two contrasting sections of Australia’s most famous river. Safari to River’s End is an immersive 5 day/4 night experience, showcasing South... Read more

Tracking Marine Debris with Andrew Ellis
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
A recent study of marine life found that flexible plastics are responsible for the largest proportion of marine life deaths. In the case of whales, once ingested the plastics can accumulate in the... Read more

Explore the Botanical Ark with Alan Carle
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
A mini rainforest of useful plants awaits FNQ Nature Tours guests visiting Botanical Ark, a private sanctuary owned and managed by husband-and-wife team Alan and Susan Carle. “Botanical Ark is my wife and... Read more

Researching Christmas Island’s Endemic Birds with Mark Holdsworth
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
According to Mark Holdsworth, Indian Ocean Experiences' bird expert, one of the best times to experience Christmas Island’s birds is during Bird ‘n’ Nature Week. “May to November is our dry period here,... Read more

Birdlife in a River Floodplain with Tony Sharley
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Owner and founder of Murray River Trails, Tony Sharley, never tires of seeing guests discover a destination through the presence of its birds. “We spend the bulk of our time in the Riverland... Read more

Swimming Alongside Humpback Whales with Corrine Matthews
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Marine scientists say that the Humpback Whale call is one of the most complex animal sounds there is. “It’s a very beautiful and melancholy song and sounds a little like a door creaking... Read more

Absorbing the Ethereal Sounds of Humpback Whales with Dr Barry McGovern
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
The complexity of a Humpback Whale song astounds scientists every day, and anyone who is privy to hearing a Humpback Whale sing firsthand is almost always left breathless by the beautiful – and... Read more

Witness one of the World’s Most Spectacular Migrations with Lisa Preston
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
When Christmas Island is mentioned, most people first think of the Red Crabs. It’s estimated that there could to be close to 120 million crabs on the island (many more than the previous... Read more

Hike the Lamb Range with James Boettcher
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
With each step, the climb gets a little more challenging, but the reward of the sprawling views of Lake Morris and Dinden National Park below is worth every step. “As we hike up... Read more

Tree Planting Day Hosted by Echidna Walkabout Nature Tours
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Australian Wildlife Journeys founding member Echidna Walkabout Nature Tours recently hosted a tree planting session as part of a Tourism Australia Thought Leadership Day on Sustainability in Victoria's You Yangs region. In the... Read more

Championing Environmental Flows with Tony Sharley
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
The Murray-Darling Basin spans an area of one million square kilometres, and for owner and founder of Murray River Trails, Tony Sharley, its protection is crucial. “Having a basin like this is significant,”... Read more

Murray River Trails Unveils New Houseboat, 'High River'
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Murray River Trails is proud to announce the launch of it’s new 12 berth houseboat, High River. A custom-designed luxury houseboat, High River provides environmentally sustainable accommodation for Murray River Trail’s award-winning ecotourism... Read more

Managing the Largest Humpback Whale Photo Database in Australia with Stephanie Stack
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Photo identification programs have been the backbone of marine mammal studies for decades, allowing researchers to identify individuals by comparing photos in existing catalogues. “We track Humpback Whales by photographing the underside of... Read more

Rehabilitating Maria Island with Ben Brown
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
The founder of The Maria Island Walk, Ian Johnstone, has always been passionate about both showcasing and taking care of Maria Island, drawing that philosophy into his teachings and subsequently into the guides’... Read more

Exploring the You Yangs with Norm Jurrawaa Stanley and Nikki McKenzie
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
For Norm Jurrawaa Stanley and his wife Nikki McKenzie, everything is tied to connections. “When I take guests to the You Yangs we look at traditional life and how it compares to our... Read more

Sunset Wine and Whale Watching across Exmouth Gulf with Lindsay Sorensen
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
When holidaymakers visit the Ningaloo region for the first time, they often book tours of the Ningaloo Reef first, attracted to the open ocean and everything that it offers. But Exmouth Dive &... Read more

5 Best Places to See Koalas in the Wild
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
When it comes to Australian wildlife, there's nothing more thrilling and rewarding than witnessing them in the wild - that is, in their native habitat. Untouched and undisturbed by humans, this is where... Read more

Reliving Tasmania’s Convict History with Jennifer Collins
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Tasmania’s convict history trail is full of fascinating sites to explore, ranging from the well-known to some that many people have not heard of. “Convict labour was used to build new colonies to... Read more

Gaze in Wonder at 8,000-year-old rock art at Injalak Hill with Dean Hoath
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
When Dean Hoath, one of the lead guides with Lords Kakadu & Arnhemland Safaris, takes guests to admire rock art at Injalak Hill, he is always accompanied by an Aboriginal guide. “In the... Read more

Private solar-powered wildlife cruise with David White
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
There’s something magical about cruising along the Daintree River listening only to the sounds of only nature. “In 2002, after working on larger petrol driving boats, I started a business that allows people... Read more

Exploring the Cloud Forest and Hiking Maria’s Peaks with Davis Hinton
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
For guide and keen outdoor enthusiast, Davis Hinton, there’s no one singular moment that stands out over the others when completing one of the two mountain hikes on offer during The Maria Island... Read more

Oyster Shucking and Private Coffin Bay Marine Adventure with Thommo
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Steven Thomson – or Thommo to his mates – knows a thing or two about oysters. He’s also the only oyster farmer in the Eyre Peninsula who takes guests to his oyster lease... Read more

Birdwatching Across East Gippsland with Martin Maderthaner
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
The spring and summer months are the favourite time of year for birdwatching in East Gippsland for Echidna Walkabout Nature Tours guide, Martin Maderthaner. “It’s an active time for birds, and it’s a... Read more

Saving the Orange-bellied Parrot in the Southwest Wilderness with Mark Holdsworth
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
There’s only one place in the world where Orange-bellied Parrots (Neophema chrysogaster) breed in the wild, and that’s in Tasmania’s Southwest Wilderness World Heritage Area, a vast and ravishingly beautiful region that is... Read more

Tracking Manta Rays with Amelia Armstrong
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Manta Rays have been around for millions of years, and their reliable aggregations are an important part of Western Australia’s marine ecotourism offering. Yet, it was only discovered as recently as 2009 that... Read more

Top 5 Conservation Travel Stories from Echidna Walkabout Nature Tours
Posted by Roger Smith
Blog repurposed with permission from conservationtravel.com.au Echidna Walkabout Nature Tours and the Koala Clancy Foundations’ remarkable achievements over the past 24 months are linked to efforts by thousands of committed wildlife conservationists and... Read more

Take a Private Seafood Masterclass with Kris Bunder
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
For seafood lovers visiting the Eyre Peninsula, the Australian Coastal Safaris Private Seafood Masterclass can’t be missed. The exclusive experience starts with seafood chef, Kris Bunder, opening up oysters as guests arrive, greeting... Read more

Explore the World of Assemblage Art with Janine Mackintosh
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Janine Mackintosh spent a great deal of time on Kangaroo Island throughout the years before finally deciding to call the paradise home in 2012. “My partner Richard and I purchased a large heritage... Read more

Explore the Sacred Mikinj Valley with Sab Lord
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
There’s only one tour company that is permitted to enter and explore the Mikinj Valley, and that is Lords Kakadu & Arnhemland Safaris. “I’ve spent decades working closely with local Aboriginal clan groups,... Read more

Koala Recovery Experience with Kirby Leary and Janine Duffy
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
This year, the Echidna Walkabout Nature Tours team, together with hundreds of volunteers, is aiming to plant 50,000 trees across the Melbourne and East Gippsland region... and 2022 is set to be even... Read more

Exploring Maria Island’s Ancient Geological Wonders with Dan Fisher
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
The geological site that excites The Maria Island Walk guide, Dan Fisher, the most is the one that is visited last. “On the last day of The Maria Island Walk, guests visit the... Read more

Exploring Tasmania’s Botanic Riches with Geoff Curry
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
When Geoff Curry, long-standing guide with Premier Travel Tasmania, talks about plants, he likes to focus on their ever-evolving relationship with their surroundings. “I’m very interested in how everything interacts with each other.... Read more

Capturing Ningaloo’s Majestic Underwater Landscapes with Chiara Bussini
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo scuba diving and snorkelling guide, Chiara Bussini, believes that once you start taking photographs underwater it can easily turn into a life-long hobby. “I started with land-based photography... Read more

Assist Ecologist Heidi Groffen in Kangaroo Island Dunnart Conservation
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
The 2019/2020 bushfires had a devastating effect on Kangaroo Island and its wildlife, with more than two-thirds of the island burnt. As a result, a large number of animal and plant species were... Read more

Indian Ocean Experiences & Pacific Whale Foundation Eco-Adventures Australia Joins AWJ
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Australian Wildlife Journeys (AWJ) is excited to announce Indian Ocean Experiences, covering Christmas Island and the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, along with Pacific Whale Foundation Eco-Adventures Australia in Queensland, as the latest additions to... Read more

Experiencing Maria’s Winter Wonderland with Jemma Haythorne
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
The sun sets earlier in winter, and on a sunny cloud-studded day 5pm is a stunning time to be out watching the sky transform into a kaleidoscope of pinks, oranges and yellows. The... Read more

Wetlands and Wine Tour with Peter Clutterbuck
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
When looking for a rural holding more than 30 years ago, Peter Clutterbuck, a long-standing guide with Australian Coastal Safaris, stumbled upon a property on the eastern tributary of the Big Swamp. “I... Read more

Active Safari Across Kakadu National Park with Bianca Di Nuzzo
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
“Maguk is magical,” Bianca Di Nuzzo, the newest guide to join the respected team at Lords Kakadu & Arnhemland Safaris says. “It’s a really interesting location to show guests, with a big and... Read more

Tracking Powerful Owls with Martin Maderthaner
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
When you ask long-standing Echidna Walkabout Nature Tours guide, Martin Maderthaner, to describe the hoot a Powerful Owl makes, he doesn’t hesitate. “It’s a very loud and deep hoot, a double hoot, really,”... Read more

In Search of Tasmania's Endemic Birds with Danny Pulbrook
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
When you ask The Maria Island Walk guide, Danny Pulbrook, what he likes to do in his spare time, he doesn’t hesitate to answer. “I’m heavily interested in birds,” he says. “I watch... Read more

Writing the Wildbook for Whale Sharks with Heather Kay
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Ningaloo Reef is one of the best places in the world to swim with Whale Sharks, with hundreds congregating in the world- renowned marine park from March to early August. “I’m very fortunate... Read more

Observing Tasmania’s Nocturnal Marsupials with Karin Beaumont
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
“Dusk in certain locations is a wonderful time to start exploring,” Karin Beaumont, tour guide with Premier Travel Tasmania, explains. “When we visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park,... Read more

Learning about the photo identification programs with Pia Markovic
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
There’s an iPhone feature that sorts photos using facial recognition, categorising frequently photographed faces into groups. Interestingly, it can work for Southern Right Whales too, albeit a little more haphazardly. “Basically, there are... Read more

Species Feature: Koala
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
The Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) is one of Australia's most iconic animals. They are so unique that they have their own genus as well as their own family! Where are Koalas found in Australia?... Read more

Kangaroo Island birdwatching expedition with Tim Williams
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Kangaroo Island is home to over 260 species of birds and, according to long-standing birding and tour guide with Exceptional Kangaroo Island, Tim Williams, it’s easy enough to find 40+ species in the... Read more

Take a Private Yellow Water Cruise with Bianca Di Nuzzo
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
A Yellow Water Cruise along the Yellow Water wetlands is one of those must-do experiences when visiting Kakadu, with seasons – and even times of the day – offering different perspectives. Bianca Di... Read more

Exploring the Lower Eyre Peninsula on e-mountain bikes with David Doudle
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Bicycle tourism is fast gaining popularity, as being in the saddle is a great way to see the sights. For David Doudle, founder of Australian Coastal Safaris, launching electronic mountain bicycle tours in... Read more

Species Feature: Platypus
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
The Platypus (Ornithorhynchus anatinus) is an iconic egg-laying mammal endemic to eastern and south-eastern Australia. Where are Platypuses (also Platypi) found in Australia? Platypuses are found in freshwater systems along the eastern and... Read more

Top End Birdwatching Expedition with Dean Hoath
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
It’s hard for Dean Hoath, longstanding guide at Lords Kakadu & Arnhemland Safaris, to name just one favourite bird. “I love all birds, but one of my favourite birdwatching experiences is when we... Read more

Exploring the Impacts of Climate Change at Mungo National Park with Roger Smith
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
When you ask Roger Smith, co-founder of Echidna Walkabout Nature Tours along with Janine Duffy, about climate change at Mungo National Park, he cites an example. “To help people understand the impacts of... Read more

Nocturnal Spotlighting for Tasmanian Devils and Marsupials with Holly Schorta
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Maria Island is renowned for its abundance of wildlife, including a variety of both native and introduced species, some of which are more active when the sun goes down. “The island is nicknamed... Read more

Wildlife & Wetlands with Andrea Edwards
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
German-born Andrea Edwards was living in Queensland when she discovered the island paradise of Tasmania. “I came from Brisbane for a one-week holiday and fell in love with the island,” she says. “I... Read more

Diving the Muiron Islands and Outer Reef with Mark Ferguson
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
For Mark Ferguson, co-founder and skipper of Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo, every day out in the water is a good day. “I learnt to dive when I was 24 and am in... Read more

Hear the tales of Naturaliste history film maker, Dave Riggs
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
What life is hiding on the sea floor? Naturaliste history film maker and Naturaliste Charters tour guide, Dave Riggs, will soon find out. “I’m in the process of sourcing camera systems that will... Read more

Post Bushfire Surveys with Janine Duffy
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Janine Duffy, founder of Echidna Walkabout Nature Tours along with Roger Smith, knows a thing or two about Southern Emu-wrens... but then she knows a thing of two about hundreds of wildlife species.... Read more

E-biking Adventure with Craig Wickham
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
It’s hard to pinpoint the best part of the day of the Exceptional Kangaroo Island e-biking adventure, although the cycle along the meandering Cygnet River, with massive sugar and red gums shading the... Read more

Tropical Wetlands birding expedition with Matt Cornish
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
The smallest of the 10 species of Bowerbirds in Australia – the Golden Bowerbird – builds the largest structures of all the Bowerbirds to attract their female counterparts. “We call the structures bowers,”... Read more

Making Citizen Science Count with David Doudle
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
When Australian Coastal Safaris' guests are out on the road, they are usually seeing an abundance of wildlife, so founder David Doudle approached the Eyre Peninsula Landscape Board in 2019 and suggested that... Read more

Take a private masterclass with Yale Norris from The Islander Estate Vineyards
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Yale Norris and Jacques Lurton look upon winemaking as an art form, with Kangaroo Island as the main source of inspiration and drive. “We are both deeply connected to the land,” Yale says.... Read more

Murray River Safari Joins Australian Wildlife Journeys
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
A guided multi-activity wildlife adventure exploring the iconic Murray River and Riverland Ramsar Wetland of International Significance is the latest addition to Australian Wildlife Journeys collective. Part of the Murray River Trails portfolio... Read more

Airboating across Bamurru Plains with Sab Lord
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Thousands of Magpie Geese lift off into the candy-pink sky as the airboat skims along the mud-spattered surface of a gigantic floodplain. To the right, a Saltwater Crocodile lurks just under the water,... Read more

Recording the Behaviour of the Earth’s Largest Creature with Pia Markovic
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
When you ask Naturaliste Charters marine biologist Pia Markovic what she loves most about Blue Whales, there’s no wavering when she answers. “Blue Whales are the largest animal on the planet – bigger... Read more

Photographing Birds of the Eyre Peninsula with Fran Solly
Posted by Tatyana Leonov
A group of keen birdwatchers recently named a bird after Fran Solly. The award-winning photographer – who escorts Australian Coastal Safaris guests on photography tours – explains that the Western Osprey chick was... Read more

Low-light Photography Workshop with Kelvin Marshall
Posted by Tatyana Leonov
In the Far North Queensland Wet Tropics, rain is king. “The start of the Wet Season triggers a myriad of life cycle changes – chrysalis to butterflies, tadpoles to frogs, buds to flowers,”... Read more

Take A Bushwalk On Kangaroo Island With World Echidna Expert Dr Peggy Rismiller
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
When you join world expert echidna researcher Dr Peggy Rismiller (OAM) for a bushwalk, it’s no ordinary stroll. “I’ve been working with Short-beaked Echidnas since 1988, so I know a thing or two... Read more

Pelagic Birdwatching with Daniel Mantle and Plaxy Barratt
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Seabird guides Daniel Mantle and Plaxy Barratt say there’s something extraordinary about observing birds while at sea. “Watching seabirds mastering the strong oceanic winds is just about the pinnacle of birding for both... Read more

Explore the Privately Owned Shared Earth Reserve With James Boettcher
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
When the FNQ Nature Tours vehicle pulls up to the Forever Wild Shared Earth Reserve, it’s quickly evident that something special is about to occur. “We open this big locked gate and drive... Read more

Tracking Orcas at the helm with Captain Dundee
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
As soon as Captain Andrew Johnstone (better known as Captain Dundee), a Naturaliste Charters skipper with a huge smile, starts talking, you realise that you’re in for a treat. “We know around 150... Read more

FNQ Nature Tours: Our Story
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
After ten years of guiding nature and wildlife safaris in Northern Australia, James Boettcher established FNQ Nature Tours in 2015, with a firm belief that tourism is the key to the protection and... Read more

Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo: Our Story
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
As the region’s original eco-tourism operation, Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo is synonymous with experiencing the aquatic treasures of the World Heritage Listed Ningaloo Reef Marine Park. Debbie & Mark Ferguson have been... Read more

Australia wins Lonely Planet's Best In Travel 2021 Community Restoration award
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Following catastrophic fires last summer, a number of Australian tour operators like Echidna Walkabout Nature Tours are developing effective and interesting ways to get visitors involved in helping rebuild the native wildlife and... Read more

The Maria Island Walk: Our Story
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Maria Island National Park lies just a few kilometres off Tasmania’s east coast, easily accessible from Hobart. It’s spectacular landscapes, combined with a rich concentration of wildlife, has contributed to its nickname as... Read more

Exceptional Kangaroo Island: Our Story
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Exceptional Kangaroo Island is one of Australia's most acclaimed eco tour operators. Established in 1986, this family-owned and operated eco tour company specialises in small group and private tours on Kangaroo Island. Craig... Read more

Video: Is this Australia's Cutest Animal?
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
The Common Wombat is one of Australia's wildlife icons - but how much do you know about them? Transcript: Common Wombats are large, 'barrel-shaped' marsupials, weighing 20-30kg (44-66lb) when fully grown. They are... Read more

Video: You Think You've Seen Crazy Cats?!
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Once abundant across south-eastern mainland Australia, the Eastern Quoll is now only found on Australia's island state of Tasmania. Transcript: Once referred to as a native cat, the Eastern Quoll (Dasyurus viverrinus) is... Read more

New Tour Helps Aussie Tiger Quoll In Far North Queensland
Posted by Janine Duffy
MEDIA RELEASE 17 June 2020 The Tasmanian Tiger died out 80 years ago, but their cousin: the poorly-known Tiger Quoll, still survives in small numbers in Far North Queensland. A new 4 day... Read more

Video: Whale Watching in Western Australia is back!
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
It's official! Naturaliste Charters are back out on the water and they're seeing plenty of Humpback Whales! The start of the whale watching season in Margaret River has begun, with local operator Naturaliste... Read more

Video: Welcome Back, Whale Sharks!
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
The Whale Sharks are back on the Ningaloo Reef! With the lifting of restrictions and the arrival of Whale Sharks, the Ningaloo Reef is buzzing with excitement! Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo are... Read more

Video: What Does a Laughing Kookaburra Sound Like?
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Our Top 5 Laughing Kookaburra facts: 1. They have a funny call The Laughing Kookaburra gets its name from its unique call, which sounds a lot like a laugh! Check it out in... Read more

Our Favourite Member Photographs: April 2020
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Rainbow Lorikeet - Echidna Walkabout Nature Tours Image credit: Echidna Walkabout Nature Tours (via Facebook: @echidnawalkabout) Recommended tour: Great Ocean Road (3D/2N) Australian Sea-lions - Australian Coastal Safaris Image credit: Australian Coastal Safaris... Read more

Our Favourite Member Photographs: March 2020
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Killer Whale - Naturaliste Charters Image credit: Naturaliste Charters (via Facebook: @bremercanyonkillerwhaleexpeditions) Recommended tour: Bremer Canyon Killer Whale Expedition Eastern Grey Kangaroos - Echidna Walkabout Nature Tours Image credit: Echidna Walkabout Nature Tours... Read more

Q&A With Guides: Pia Markovic
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Bremer Canyon supports one of the most astonishing aggregations of marine life anywhere on the planet and Pia Markovic has a daily front row seat as Naturaliste Charter's marine biologist! We caught up... Read more

Our Favourite Member Photographs: February 2020
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Kangaroo Island Kangaroo - Exceptional Kangaroo Island Image credit: Exceptional Kangaroo Island (via Facebook: @exceptionalkangarooisland) Exceptional Kangaroo Island came across a couple of local Kangaroo Islanders who seemed to be getting into the... Read more

Support Australia's Wildlife Affected by Bushfires through Travel
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
The combination of the mobility of animals, ability to survive and in some cases thrive due to fires, means Australia continues to deliver compelling and immersive wildlife experiences post bushfire. One of the... Read more

Our Favourite Member Photographs: December 2019
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Buff-breasted Paradise Kingfisher - FNQ Nature Tours Image credit: FNQ Nature Tours (via Facebook: @fnqnaturetours) The Buff-breasted Paradise Kingfisher is a migrant visitor to the Tablelands area in of Far North Queensland during... Read more

Q&A With Guides: Karin Beaumont
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Karin Beaumont has been part of the Premier Travel Tasmania team for more than eight years. We chatted with her just before the festive season, to find out more about her love for... Read more

Species Feature: Common Wombat
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
The Common Wombat (Vombatus ursinus) is one of Australia's most endeared native marsupial species. Known for their playful nature and backwards-facing pouches, the Common Wombat is a choice encounter for many visitors to... Read more

Our Favourite Member Photographs: November 2019
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Life on the Reef - Exmouth Dive and Whalesharks Ningaloo Image credit: Exmouth Dive and Whalesharks Ningaloo (via Facebook: @exmouthdiveandwhalesharksningaloo) The Ningaloo Reef provides magical marine encounters throughout the year! Recommended tour: Deluxe... Read more

Q&A With Guides: Craig Wickham
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Recently listed as one of the Top 5 Wildlife Guides by Outside Go magazine, Craig Wickham has always had a strong passion for wildlife conservation. Craig, along with his wife and family, has... Read more

Our Favourite Member Photographs: October 2019
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Red-bellied Pademelons - The Maria Island Walk Image credit: The Maria Island Walk (via Facebook: @mariaislandwalk) Extinct on mainland Australia, these cute creatures are widespread in Tasmania and Maria Island! Recommended tour: The... Read more

Tour Spotlight: Bremer Canyon Killer Whale Expedition
Posted by Australian Wildlife Journeys
Naturaliste Charters operate full day Killer Whale expeditions out of Bremer Bay in Western Australia. From January to April each year, these expeditions take guests out to the edge of the continental shelf... Read more