Destinations

Australia & New Zealand

What If Adventure and Awe Were Neighbors?

It would be like no other region on this earth. Teeming with species found nowhere else. Where the drama of nature plays out on both grand and intimate scales, from vast coral kingdoms beneath turquoise seas to mountain peaks thrusting high into the clear skies. A place where raw landscapes, ancient cultures and wild encounters blend into almost mythic adventures, high above and far below the endless seas.

And it wouldn’t even compare to Australia and New Zealand. Here, wilderness meets wonder, and adventure is not a pursuit but a way of life.

Australia is a continent of contrasts. On the coast, the Great Barrier Reef invites you into a kaleidoscope of marine life—whale sharks, manta rays, and clouds of brilliant fish. Inland, the Red Centre tells the story of millennia-old traditions at Uluru, where desert colors shift with the light. And across vast wilderness reserves like Kangaroo Island and Daintree Rainforest, kangaroos, koalas, and cassowaries remind travelers that Australia’s wildlife is as iconic as its landscapes.

New Zealand, by contrast, feels like a land sculpted by myth. In the South Island, glaciers cascade into fjords where dolphins play, while alpine valleys echo with the call of kea parrots. The North Island offers geothermal wonders, ancient kauri forests, and Māori traditions that weave meaning into every step of the journey. It is a place where one day you can hike rugged peaks and the next paddle serene lakes or watch whales breach just offshore.

Together, Australia and New Zealand offer a rare promise: wilderness at its most elemental, yet accessible with grace and comfort. From private vineyard stays to remote lodges overlooking untamed coasts, Rewild journeys in Oceania blend adventure with ease. Each experience deepens your connection to landscapes that feel both primordial and alive—reminders that some corners of the Earth still pulse with the spirit of discovery.

highlights

Australia is a land of extremes, where ancient deserts meet lush rainforests and vibrant coral reefs stretch for miles beneath turquoise seas. The Outback hums with silence and starlight, while the coasts burst with life—whales breaching offshore, kangaroos bounding across golden fields, and parrots flashing through eucalyptus forests. This is a country where nature still feels untamed, and every horizon holds the promise of discovery.

From the Red Centre’s sacred landscapes of Uluru and Kata Tjuta to the teeming underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef, Australia invites travelers to explore its many wild faces. Remote islands harbor rare marsupials, cosmopolitan cities spill effortlessly into wilderness, and Aboriginal traditions offer timeless perspectives on land and life. For the luxury adventurer, Australia is both sanctuary and stage—a place where you can slow down, look closer, and reconnect with the wild at its most elemental.

Best Times to Visit

If your itinerary spans multiple regions, May and October are excellent “shoulder months” that balance weather across much of the continent.

travel tips

Australia is vast — allow generous travel time between regions like the Outback, reef, and cities.

The seasons are opposite the Northern Hemisphere: December–February is summer, June–August is winter.

Wildlife is most active at dawn and dusk, so plan excursions accordingly.

luxury experiences

Snorkeling or diving the Great Barrier Reef from a private yacht charter.

Stargazing under the clear desert skies of the Red Centre, with Uluru glowing at sunset.

Must-Have Local Food

Barramundi — a prized fish often grilled or pan-seared, showcasing Australia’s love of fresh, local seafood.

How to Say "Hello"

English (official language): Hello / G’day (informal greeting)

Pitjantjatjara: Palya

Yolŋu Matha: Nhämirri nhe

come back to life

Sea, air, earth; all elements fill the senses.

Twelve Apostles

PRINCETOWN, AUSTRALIA
-38° 37′ 60″ S /143° 14′ 60″ E

– Emerson

“The cure for anything is salt water — sweat, tears, or the sea.”

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40 yrs

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Admiring (and Protecting) a World Underwater

The Great Barrier Reef is nature at its most dazzling—a living mosaic stretching more than 1,400 miles along Australia’s coast. Beneath the surface lies a kaleidoscope of color and motion: giant clams iridescent in the sunlit shallows, manta rays gliding like winged spirits, and schools of reef fish swirling in perfect harmony. Here, every dive or snorkel feels like entering another world—one that is fragile, ancient, and alive with wonder.

Beyond its sheer beauty, the reef tells a deeper story. It is both sanctuary and sentinel, home to sea turtles nesting on remote islands, humpback whales passing on long migrations, and countless species found nowhere else on Earth. For travelers with Rewild, exploring the reef is about more than spectacle—it is about connection. Guided by marine experts, you discover the delicate balance that sustains this ocean kingdom, and leave with a renewed sense of gratitude for one of the planet’s most extraordinary wild places.

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South Island

NEW ZEALAND
46° 36′ 0″ S / 170° 24′ 0″ E