Australia Tours in August 2025
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- Indian Pacific Train with Sydney & Perth
- Best Of The East Coast – 16 Day Boutique Tour
- Oz Intro + Work
- Outback Adventure (Without Rail)
- Tastes of Southern Australia (2025/2026)
- Southern Capitals - City Meets Bush (2025/2026)
- South Western Escape (2025/2026, Best Buys)
- AUSTRALIA – 9 Days Cairns Sydney Uluru Ayers Rock Highlights
- Best of Australia with Sightseeing Tours
- 3 Day Great Ocean Road & Grampians Melbourne Loop Tour (Accommodated)
Duration 13 days Destinations Sydney, Blue Mountains, Broken Hill, Adelaide, Nullarbor National Park, Perth, Rottnest Island, Margaret River Age Range 10 to 84 year olds Operator Australia and New Zealand Travel Company August departure dates
See All Departure Dates3 Aug, 2025 6 spaces left 10 Aug, 2025 6 spaces left From
- NZ$9,180
Best Of The East Coast – 16 Day Boutique Tour
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The fellow group of travels were very diverse but got a long so well that it made so pleasurable.”
Danya, traveled in September
Duration 16 days Destinations Sydney, Hunter Valley, Newcastle, Port Macquarie, Byron Bay, Noosa, Rainbow Beach, Fraser Island, Brisbane, Airlie BeachSee all destinations Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Via Travel Australia August departure dates
10 Aug, 2025 10+ spaces left From
- NZ$11,611
Oz Intro + Work
51 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“You will get to see the best of East coast. I did stuff I would never do at home and am gratefull for the things I did and are still yet to come.”
BeNtE, traveled in January
Duration 10 days Destinations Sydney, Byron Bay, Surfers Paradise, Brisbane Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operator INTRO Travel August departure dates
See All Departure Dates6 Aug, 2025 10+ spaces left 13 Aug, 2025 10+ spaces left From
- NZ$1,549
Duration 15 days Destinations Adelaide, Flinders Ranges, Port Augusta, Coober Pedy, Uluru, Kings Canyon, Alice Springs, Tennant Creek, Katherine, KakaduSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator AAT Kings August departure dates
See All Departure Dates5 Aug, 2025 10 spaces left 12 Aug, 2025 7 spaces left From $11,995
10% Off- NZ$10,796You save $1,199
Duration 11 days Destinations Sydney, Canberra, Wangaratta, Melbourne, Warrnambool, Naracoorte, Kangaroo Island, Adelaide Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator AAT Kings August departure dates
28 Aug, 2025 7 spaces left From $7,670
10% Off- NZ$6,903You save $767
Duration 5 days Destinations Sydney, Canberra, Wangaratta, Melbourne Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator AAT Kings August departure dates
28 Aug, 2025 7 spaces left From $3,520
10% Off- NZ$3,168You save $352
Duration 10 days Destinations Perth, Wave Rock, Kalgoorlie, Esperance, Albany, Margaret River, Fremantle Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator AAT Kings August departure dates
See All Departure Dates24 Aug, 2025 10 spaces left 31 Aug, 2025 10+ spaces left From $8,305
15% Off- NZ$7,059You save $1,246
Duration 9 days Destinations Cairns, Sydney, Uluru Age Range 8 to 90 year olds Operator Bucket List Group Travel LLC August departure dates
See All Departure Dates2 Aug, 2025 10+ spaces left 5 Aug, 2025 10+ spaces left From
15% Off- NZ$6,085
Duration 13 days Destinations Melbourne, Apollo Bay, Twelve Apostles Marine National Park, Yulara, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Daintree National Park, Sydney, Blue Mountains Age Range 5 to 80 year olds Operator Australia and New Zealand Travel Company August departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 Aug, 2025 10+ spaces left 2 Aug, 2025 10+ spaces left From
15% Off- NZ$6,480
3 Day Great Ocean Road & Grampians Melbourne Loop Tour (Accommodated)
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Tour was fantastic! So many animals in nature and great landscapes.”
Ross, traveled in October
Duration 3 days Destinations Melbourne, Geelong, Anglesea, Apollo Bay, Great Otway National Park, Loch Ard Gorge, Warrnambool, Grampians National Park, Halls Gap, MacKenzie FallsSee all destinations Age Range 6 to 75 year olds Operator Autopia Tours August departure dates
See All Departure Dates3 Aug, 2025 10+ spaces left 10 Aug, 2025 10+ spaces left From
15% Off- NZ$967
What people love about Australia Tours in August
- Oz Intro
The Oz Intro tour was a great way to meet other solo travellers. My favourite part of the trip was the overnight visit to Port Stephens and seeing the kangaroos - I also really enjoyed the beer and wine tasting.
- UltimateOz - Gap Year | ULTIMATE
Had the most incredible Ultimate Oz week with Becky and Kevin! They were both so friendly and helpful with all my questions about Oz travel
Wow what a trip, excellent itinerary, fantastic guides and super value. Well done all.
7 Day Perth to Exmouth Explorer & Ningaloo Reef Return - from Perth
What our customers ask about Australia Tours in August 2025
What are the best regions to visit in Australia during August?
Northern Australia's dry season makes August an optimal time to explore the Top End and Kimberley regions. The weather creates clear conditions for visiting Kakadu National Park Katherine Gorge and the Bungle Bungles. The Red Centre including Uluru has mild daytime temperatures that work well for outdoor activities. Visitors can book rooms at upscale properties like Cable Beach Club Resort in Broome or Mantra on the Esplanade in Darwin. As noted by TourRadar travelers: "August was the perfect time to visit the Top End - no rain and beautiful clear skies for stargazing."
What are the most popular tours in Australia during August?
The most sought-after August tours focus on the Kimberley wilderness between Broome and Darwin Red Centre excursions around Uluru and Great Barrier Reef trips from Cairns. Many travelers choose the Untamed Kimberley tour or Outback Safari with stays at El Questro Wilderness Park and the Crocodile Hotel in Kakadu. One TourRadar traveler shared: "The 11-day Kimberley tour was spectacular in August - perfect weather and amazing gorge experiences."
What indigenous cultural experiences are available in Australia during August?
The Northern Territory presents authentic indigenous experiences during August. Visitors can explore the Warradjan Cultural Centre in Kakadu participate in Welcome to Country ceremonies and see ancient Aboriginal art at Ubirr and Nourlangie Rock. Tour companies like AAT Kings connect travelers with Aboriginal guides. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The aboriginal rock art sites and cultural experiences in Kakadu were fascinating and our indigenous guide provided incredible insights."
What wildlife can I see in Australia during August?
August provides prime wildlife viewing opportunities especially in the north. Kakadu National Park teems with saltwater crocodiles various bird species and wallabies. Whale watching peaks in the Whitsunday Islands during their migration. Visitors can see koalas in their habitat at places like Daisy Hill Koala Centre near Brisbane. A TourRadar reviewer mentioned: "The Yellow Water Billabong cruise in Kakadu was amazing - we saw countless birds and several large crocodiles right next to our boat!"
What are the advantages of visiting Australia's Great Barrier Reef in August?
The Great Barrier Reef in August offers excellent diving and snorkeling conditions with water visibility at its peak calm seas and water temperatures around 23°C (73°F). As confirmed by a TourRadar traveler: "We had perfect conditions for snorkeling at the reef with incredible visibility and comfortable temperatures" during their Via Travel Australia tour from Cairns.
What are the accommodation options like in Australia during August?
August accommodations span from city luxury to outback authenticity. Darwin features high-end options like Mindil Beach Casino Resort while Kakadu offers unique stays at the indigenous-owned Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel. For outback experiences station stays at Bullara Station and Cheela Plains Station provide genuine Australian hospitality. As reviewed by a TourRadar traveler: "The Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel was uniquely shaped like a crocodile and offered great comfort in the heart of the national park."