Soar over the coastline on a breath-taking helicopter flight to Stradbroke Island, where an exclusive cultural experience awaits.

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Guided by a knowledgeable Indigenous host, begin with a Welcome to Country ceremony at a sacred tea-tree lake before exploring a renowned Indigenous art gallery and immersing yourself in the island’s Quandamooka heritage. Swim in crystal-clear waters, then indulge in a gourmet beach picnic featuring freshly caught seafood. For groups of five or fewer, a private 4WD beach drive offers an exhilarating way to take in the island’s untouched beauty. Conclude your journey at North Gorge, with sightings of kangaroos, koalas, and seasonal whales and dolphins.

Ideal Timing

• 09:00 - 15:00

Pickup

• Brisbane - Included
• Gold Coast, Byron Bay - By enquiry

Inclusions

• Private Helicopter Transfers
• Reveling host & Indigenous Guide
• Quandamooka heritage sites and insights
• Delvene Cockatoo-Collins Gallery visit
• Beach Picnic with local Stradbroke cuisine and drinks
• Famous Gorge Walk spotting native Australian wildlife

Add-ons

• Upgrade to Turbine Helicopter Transfer
• Surfing with Bede Durbidge
• Snorkeling / Scuba Diving
• Beach Barbecue
• Indigenous Weaving Workshop
• Oyster Farm Tasting
• Brewery Visit & Tasting

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*This is a public tour embarking on October 6 -10th 2025. Interested in private bookings? Enquire here.

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Step into two of Australia’s most extraordinary ecosystems, K'Gari (Fraser Island) and Lady Elliot Island for a guided photographic safari with award-winning ocean and wildlife photographer Craig Parry. For both the travel, photography and nature lovers, and the seasoned photographers, this experience immerses you in the raw beauty of Australia's east coast - from the Great Barrier Reef, to the rolling sand dunes and lush rainforests of K'gari.

This safari provides a unique opportunity for aspiring and practicing photographers to refine their skills through exhilierating shooting session - from vibrant coral reefs, 4WD safaris, and nocturnal on-the-ground workshops.

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Level

• From beginner photography enthusiasts to seasoned professionals. Camera equipment is available by enquiry.

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Group

• 10 people.

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Dates

• October 6 - 10th 2025.

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Price

• From $5,950 per person.

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What's Included

Accommodation

• 4 nights eco-accommodation across K'Gari & Lady Elliot Island.

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Activities

• Private snorkelling, reef marine shoots (including snorkelling equipment).
• Private 4WD photographic safari on K'Gari.
• On-the-ground workshops in light,compositionand storytelling.
• Illumina 'Return to Sky' experience on K'Gari.
• Craig Parry Photography eBook & post-trip image review.
• (Mid-Trip) Return flights to Lady Elliot Island from Hervey Bay.

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Food

• Full board - daily breakfast, lunch & dinner included.

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Host

• Expert photographer, Craig Parry, leading the photography experiences.
• Local Reveling guide.

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What's Not Included

Flights

• Arrive at Hervey Bay pickup spot (detailed arrival information given on enquiry).

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Camera equipment

• This is a BYO camera equipment trip, see below for ideas on what to bring. (Premium equipment is available to hire).
  
  • DSLR or mirrorless camera
  • Smartphone (if pfereferred over camera)
  • Wide-angle and telephoto lenses
  • Spare batteries
  • Memory cards
  • GoPro/Waterproof gear (for marine days)

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Travel insurance

• ‍‍Book your travel insurance in advance to prevent any extra medical charges in case of an accident.

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Additional food, beverage and activities not mentioned in itinerary.

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Not to forget!

• Credit Card
• Visa
• Valid passport
  
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Ready to see the itinerary? Enquire here.

Float alongside these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.

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Dive into the ultimate marine adventure along the Tweed Coast. With expert guides, experience a soft in-water encounter, allowing these gentle giants to approach within 30 metres, creating an awe-inspiring, once-in-a-lifetime moment.

Equipped with premium snorkel gear and Yulex wetsuits, you’ll float alongside these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Unwind afterwards with a gourmet lunch at a beachfront restaurant.

Ideal Timing

• 08:00 to 15:00

Pickup

• Gold Coast, Tweed Valley & Byron Bay – Included
• Brisbane – By enquiry

Inclusions

• Private Transport in Mercedes Luxury Vehicle
• Whale swimming interactions as close as 30 metres
• Professional swim and snorkel gear, and flotation devices
• Snorkel training is offered to improve current skill level
• Lunch stop after experience

Add-ons

• Helicopter Whale Watching & Champagne Picnic
• Private Underwater Videographer & Cinematic Footage
• Burleigh Food & Wine Trail (Evening edition)

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*This is a public tour embarking on November 3-6th 2025. Interested in private bookings? Enquire here.

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Guided by award-winning National Geographic photographer Craig Parry, this immersive journey unfolds across the hinterland rainforests and luminous beaches of the Gold Coast and Northern Rivers – home turf for Craig and a living canvas for his lens.

From sunrise whale shoots and underwater turtle sessions, to heli flights, and curated access with surfing legends and culinary icons, each moment sharpens your eye and deepens your creative rhythm.

Photograph surfers in motion alongside Olympic coach Bede Durbidge. Capture the textures of Pipit Restaurant’s coastal cuisine in a session with chef Ben Devlin.

With Craig’s mentorship and behind-the-scenes access across every terrain, this is a rare chance to see – and shoot – the East Coast in a new light.

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Level

• From beginner photography enthusiasts to intermediate photographers. Camera equipment available by enquiry.

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Group

• 10 people.

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Dates

• November 3-6th 2025.

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Price

• From $7,260 per person.

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What's Included

Accommodation

• 3 nights accommodation at 4.5 star Balinese-inspired resort (Northern NSW).

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Activities

• Private whale watching photography (option to swim with turtles).
• Private river cruise(photography of native Australian birds).
• Stradbroke Island experience day (return helicopter charter).
  
  • Photography of koalas, kangaroos and other iconic wildlife.
  • Surf photography/session with Bede Durbidge (all levels).
  • Jetski access for surf photogroaphy.
• Food photography experience at Pipit Restaurant
• On-the-ground workshops in light,composition and storytelling.
• Craig Parry Photography eBook & post-trip image review.

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Food

• Full board - daily breakfast, lunch & dinner included.

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Host

• Expert photographer, Craig Parry, leading the photography experiences.
• Local Reveling guide.

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What's Not Included

Arrival Flights/Transfers

• (QLD/Northern NSW)
  
  • Make own way to accommodation (detailed arrival information given upon enquiry).

• (Interstate/Outside of Australia)
  
  • Arrive at Gold Coast Airport - then make own way to accommodation (detailed arrival information given upon enquiry).

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Camera equipment

• This is a BYO camera equipment trip, see below for ideas on what to bring. (Premium equipment is available to hire).
  
  • DSLR or mirrorless camera
  • Smartphone (if pfereferred over camera)
  • Wide-angle and telephoto lenses
  • Spare batteries
  • Memory cards
  • GoPro/Waterproof gear (for marine days)

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Travel insurance

• ‍‍Book your travel insurance in advance to prevent any extra medical charges in case of an accident.

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Additional food, beverage and activities not mentioned in itinerary.

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Not to forget!

• Credit Card
• Visa
• Valid passport
  
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Ready to see the itinerary? Enquire here.

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Blending exclusive animal encounters with gourmet delights.

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This luxury wildlife and farm adventure takes you through the Gold Coast Hinterland and Tweed Valley, blending exclusive animal encounters with gourmet delights. Begin with a VIP behind-the-scenes tour at a wildlife sanctuary, where you’ll hold a koala, feed kangaroos, and meet echidnas and crocodiles under the guidance of expert zookeepers.

Indulge in a three-course meal at one of the region’s top restaurants, before visiting a private fruit plantation for a tasting of exotic Australian fruits.

Ideal Timing

• 09:00 to 16:00

Pickup

• Gold Coast, Tweed Valley – Included
• Brisbane, Byron Bay – By enquiry

Inclusions

• Private Transport in Mercedes Luxury Vehicle
• VIP Private Zookeeper Wildlife Sanctuary Tour – Hold a Koala, Feed a kangaroo, meet an echidna and view crocodiles feed.
• Lunch at iconic hinterland restaurant
• Luxury Fruit Plantation Tour with Tasting & Farm Animal Encounter

Add-ons

• E-Bike Touring
• Surfing
• Alfresco Dining Long Lunch in the Orchards
• Option to remove VIP sanctuary tour and replace with public entrance and koala experience

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Where Indigenous wisdom meets culinary artistry on an immersive bush tucker journey.

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Begin with a traditional Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony, followed by a guided Bush Tucker Walk and Sound Healing Session led by a local Kombumerri elder.

Choose between a gourmet packed lunch or an exclusive alfresco feast crafted by celebrated chef Alex Labart. Following the feast, end this incredible day with a waterfall walk through lush rainforest.

Ideal Timing

• 08:00 to 16:30

Pickup

• Gold Coast, Tweed Valley - Included
• Brisbane, Byron Bay - By enquiry

Inclusions

• Private transport in luxury Mercedes vehicle
• Traditional Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony
• Indigenous-guided Bush Tucker Walk with tastings
• Sound Healing Session by a local Kombumerri man
  Option 1 – Packed lunch
  Option 2 – Alfresco dining experience by Head Chef Alex Labart
• Waterfall walk in the Gold Coast Hinterland

Add-ons

• Helicopter Transfers (recommended if staying in Brisbane or Byron Bay)
• Indigenous Art Workshop with a First Nations Artist
• Spa Wellness Treatment at a Luxury Hinterland Estate

Paddle through Byron Bay’s pristine waters.

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Paddle through Byron Bay’s pristine waters, where expert guides lead you on a rare, up-close encounter with wild bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat. Then, experience an exclusive crop-to-cup journey at a local coffee plantation, where you’ll explore the art of coffee-making from harvest to brew in a private, immersive tour.

Finish off with a gourmet lunch at The Farm, featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients in an idyllic countryside setting.

Ideal Timing

• 08:00 to 16:00

Pickup

• Byron Bay – Included
• Gold Coast & Brisbane – By enquiry

Inclusions

• Private Transport in Mercedes Luxury Vehicle
• Private Kayaking with Dolphins experience from Wategos Beach
• Crop-to-Cup Farm Tour
• Paddock to Plate Lunch at The Farm

Add-ons

• Horseback Beach Riding & Chef-Prepared Gourmet Picnic
• Private Fire Ceremony, Guided Stargazing & Dreamtime Storytelling
• Rainforest Distillery Tour & Tasting

Immerse yourself in the vibrant underwater world of Cook Island, home to a thriving population of green sea turtles.

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Glide through pristine waters, encountering turtles, rays, and tropical fish in an untouched marine sanctuary.

This adventure offers unparalleled access to one of Australia’s most diverse ecosystems. After your dive, relax with a long lunch at Husk Distillery, sipping artisanal rum and gin while soaking in the beauty of the Tweed Valley.

Ideal Timing

• 08:00 to 15:00

Pickup

• Gold Coast, Tweed Valley – Included
• Byron Bay, Brisbane – By enquiry

Inclusions

• Private Transport in Mercedes Luxury Vehicle
• Public Snorkelling with Turtles Tour with all equipment included
• Lunch stop after Swim with the Turtles Experience

Add-ons

• Upgrade to Private Snorkelling with Turtles Tour
• Private Yacht Charter & Sunset Dining
• VIP Bathhouse Experience

Where culinary artistry and coastal tradition collide.

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This intimate experience begins with a hands-on fish printing masterclass, using the traditional Japanese Gyotaku technique. Then, under the expert instruction of acclaimed chef Ben Devlin at Pipit, transform fresh seafood into a multi-course masterpiece in an immersive cooking class.

Opt for the full-day adventure to add an early morning fishing charter, where you’ll catch your own ingredients before crafting them into gourmet perfection.

Pickup

• Byron Bay, Gold Coast, Tweed Valley - Included

Inclusions

• Private transport to and from Pipit Restaurant
• Fish art class with professional artist guidance
• Cooking class with Chef Ben Devlin at Pipit
• Multi-course meal with locally sourced fish and seasonal ingredients
• All materials for the art class and cooking workshop (Add a Catch & Cook fishing charter with the FULL DAY option)
• Paired wines or cocktails to complement the meal

Add-ons

• Sunset Beachside Island Dining - Private Chef & Curated Wines
• VIP Northern Rivers Farm Gate Trail experience
• E-bike Touring

Glide through the Northern Rivers' breathtaking landscapes.

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Glide through the Northern Rivers' breathtaking landscapes on a state-of-the-art e-bike, following the scenic Rail Trail that winds through lush hinterland and charming villages. This leisurely ride showcases the region’s rolling hills, rainforests, and farmlands, with plenty of stops for coffee, fruit tastings, and farm visits.

Enjoy an indulgent long lunch at a luxury fruit plantation, tasting delectable exotic fruits and locally made refreshments.

Ideal Timing

• 09:00 to 16:00

Pickup

• Byron Bay, Tweed Valley, Gold Coast – Included
• Brisbane – By enquiry

Inclusions

• Private Transport in Mercedes Luxury Vehicle
• Public Snorkelling with Turtles Tour with all equipment included
• Lunch stop after Swim with the Turtles Experience

Add-ons

• River Boat Cruise
• Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
• Coffee Plantation Crop to Cup Tour
• Margaret Olley Gallery Guided Visit

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Ride world-class waves with a champion surfer and experince Australia's coastline like never before.

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Ride the waves with former World Surfing Champion and Olympic Coach, Bede Durbidge, on an exclusive surf safari along Australia’s most iconic coastlines. Designed for all skill levels, this bespoke experience takes you to Moreton Island’s secluded beaches, Stradbroke’s world-class breaks, or Byron Bay’s legendary surf spots. Unwind with a gourmet beach barbecue or craft beer tasting at Balter Brewing, co-founded by Bede himself. With private 4WD access, ferry or helicopter transfers, and personalised coaching, this is the ultimate luxury surf adventure.

Ideal Timing

• 8:30 - 16:30

Pickup

Pickup fees dependant on chosen location.

Inclusions

• Private transport 4WD
• Surf instruction with Bede Durbidge, ex-World Champion and Australian Olympic Surf Coach
• Beach barbecue with beers and refreshments (Moreton or Stradbroke) or Lunch at iconic restaurant (Currumbin or Byron)
• Ferry or helicopter transfers
• All surfing equipment provided

Add-ons

• Helicopter Transfers (Highly recommended for the islands)
• VIP Beachfront Dining
• (Stradbroke only) Indigenous-led Australian Cultural Tour

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