Discover Australia through expert eyes with our collection of private and seasonal tours. Every experience is crafted to showcase the best of each destination at the perfect time of year—from summer coastal adventures to winter whale watching, autumn wine harvest to spring wildflowers. 100% private, fully customizable, and guided by locals who call Australia home.
Click any tour for full details and booking options. Updated seasonally to showcase the best of Australian travel.
Find the perfect Australian experience for your travel style and interests:
Each Australian season offers unique experiences. Choose your travel dates to see what's best:
Perfect beach weather, coastal tours, Great Barrier Reef snorkeling, outdoor festivals, long daylight hours. Peak season for water-based activities.
Wine harvest season, comfortable temperatures, autumn foliage, fewer crowds, ideal hiking weather. Best time for food and wine tours.
Whale watching season, crystal clear reef water, minimal rainfall in tropical north, snow in mountains. Perfect for Cairns and Great Barrier Reef.
Wildflower season, perfect weather everywhere, baby animals, low humidity, ideal for all tour types. Often considered the best season overall.
What sets us apart from other Australian tour operators:
Everything you need to know about our private and seasonal tours:
Yes, absolutely! Private tours are ideal for first-time visitors because they provide expert local knowledge, flexible itineraries tailored to your interests, hotel pickup eliminating navigation stress, and insider access to locations you'd never find alone. Your guide handles all logistics while you focus on experiencing Australia. 85% of our first-time visitor clients say private tours were the highlight of their trip.
Yes, all Cooee Tours accommodate families and children of all ages. Private tours are particularly family-friendly because they allow bathroom breaks whenever needed, flexible schedules that work around nap times, child-appropriate activities and pacing, and the ability to skip locations that might bore younger children. We provide recommendations for age-appropriate seasonal experiences.
Yes, we operate tours 365 days a year. Seasonal tours are specifically designed to showcase the best of each Australian season—summer beach experiences (Dec-Feb), autumn foliage and wine harvest (Mar-May), winter wildlife viewing and whale watching (Jun-Aug), and spring wildflowers and perfect weather (Sep-Nov). Each season offers unique experiences.
Cooee Tours specializes in 100% private experiences (no strangers in your group), seasonal expertise with tours optimized for what's best each time of year, Australian-owned and operated with genuine local knowledge, flexible itineraries you can customize, small vehicle tours (2-6 guests) for intimate experiences, and expert guides averaging 10+ years of Australian touring experience. We focus on quality over quantity.
Consider your travel dates first—each Australian season offers different experiences. Summer (Dec-Feb) is perfect for coastal and beach tours, autumn (Mar-May) for wine regions and comfortable temperatures, winter (Jun-Aug) for whale watching and Great Barrier Reef clarity, and spring (Sep-Nov) for wildflowers and mild weather everywhere. We can recommend the best tours for your specific travel window.
No, seasonal tours are the same price as our standard tours. "Seasonal" simply means the itinerary is optimized for what's best during that particular time of year—whale watching in winter, wildflowers in spring, beach experiences in summer, wine harvest in autumn. You get better experiences without paying premium prices.
Absolutely! All Cooee Tours are fully customizable. While we recommend seasonal highlights based on expert knowledge, you can adjust the itinerary to match your interests. Want more time at one location? Prefer photography stops? Have specific dietary needs? We'll adapt the tour to suit your preferences while incorporating the best seasonal elements.
Most private tours include hotel pickup and drop-off, private vehicle with expert driver-guide, fuel and all transportation costs, bottled water and refreshments, flexible itinerary, and personalized attention. Many tours also include lunch, entry fees to attractions, and specialty experiences. Check individual tour pages for specific inclusions—we're transparent about what's covered.
Browse our complete collection of private and seasonal tours.
Expert guides. Flexible itineraries. Unforgettable experiences.
Not sure which tour suits you? Contact us for personalized recommendations
12-hour private tour showcasing Australia's most iconic coastal drive during peak summer conditions. Visit the Twelve Apostles, hidden beaches, rainforest walks, and coastal villages with an expert local guide who knows the best photo angles and timing.
Perfect for: Photographers, first-time visitors, couples
Season: Summer (Dec-Feb) for best beach weather
Rating: ⭐ 4.9/5.0 (112 reviews)
Full-day 4WD adventure on the world's largest sand island. See dingoes, freshwater lakes, rainforest growing in sand, and spectacular beaches. Autumn offers comfortable temperatures and excellent wildlife viewing conditions.
Perfect for: Families, nature lovers, adventure seekers
Season: Autumn (Mar-May) for optimal wildlife viewing
Rating: ⭐ 4.8/5.0 (98 reviews)
Comprehensive guide to Australia's best coastal destinations with seasonal recommendations, detailed destination breakdowns, and expert insights on when to visit each location for optimal experiences.
Covers: Great Ocean Road, Magnetic Island, Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, Byron Bay, Sydney Coast
Content Type: Planning guide and tour showcase
Rating: ⭐ 4.7/5.0 (54 reviews)
Private tours designed specifically for families with children of all ages. Flexible schedules, kid-appropriate activities, bathroom breaks whenever needed, and pacing that works for everyone from toddlers to teens.
Perfect for: Families with children, multi-generational travel
Features: Flexible timing, child-friendly stops, activity variety
Rating: ⭐ 4.9/5.0 (76 reviews)
Wildlife viewing experiences optimized for each Australian season. See kangaroos, koalas, wombats, platypus, and unique birds when they're most active and visible. Expert guides know exactly where and when to find each species.
Perfect for: Nature photographers, wildlife enthusiasts, families
Seasonal focus: Year-round with species-specific timing
Rating: ⭐ 4.8/5.0 (63 reviews)