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World Heritage and National Parks Tours

Iconic Australia National Parks and World Heritage Sites

" There is something special about Nature-Bound. In four tours with you we have been continually surprised by your depth of research and knowledge, your attention to our enjoyment, comfort and expectations of the tour. We thought we had seen most of Australia, until we joined Nature-Bound. The national parks are so varied and a wonderful retreat from everyday life and the curious places we discovered along the way, like "Come by Chance" were something else." - Rex and Roz (Australia)  

Discover the many Australia National Parks and world heritage sites featured in our wilderness tours and experience the ancient world of Gondwanaland from which our natural history evolved.

It has been claimed Australia's natural history  is so significant it has become a legacy to the world. 

How significant is this claim and your holiday?Gaze into The Deep at Kanangra Walls

  • Originally part of Gondwanaland, Australia is widely regarded as one of the oldest continents on earth.
  • It has been claimed, by world standards 40% of our continent could still be regarded as largely an intact Australia wilderness
  • While our geology dates back, up to 3000 million years, the Himalayas are just 60 million years old.
  • When Europe was young, Australia was ancient and the Grand Canyon was but a shallow creek.
  • Our country has been drifting separated from Gondwanaland and the rest of the world for more than 100 million years leaving our species to evolve separately from their neighbours.
  • Our First Australians walked the land at least 50,000 years ago.
  • 90% of our plant and animal species are endemic to Australia though more than 100 species have been lost since European arrival and 5000 others are threatened.

Experience it all in these National Park tours and walks.

Visit the "Wilderness" and "Your Hoilday" tabs above for more detail on your wilderness experience.


Browse through the tours listed below, each of which feature one or more world heritage sites and a number of National Parks. Follow the links to full tour details as desired. You can take a quick and easy review of all tour features by visiting our tour comparison chart.

You are welcome to discuss the tours in further detail if you wish by telephoning us on (+61) 7 5514 0873 or Mobile 0407 126603 or email your questions to tours@natureboundaustralia.com.

Why is wilderness so important?There is nothing like a sunset on the lunette landscape of Mungo National Park

  • The first principle of ecology suggests that everything in life is connected.
  • The human race was born of the natural world in the company of plants and animals, our primal condition.
  • Wilderness is a symbol of human restraint and humility.
  • Mother Theresa once suggested that nature grows in silence and harmony is not found in noise and restlessness.
  • Wilderness is the base asset from which we can compare biophysical change and the progress of our actions.
  • From wilderness we discover that everything in life can change and has done so for millions of years.
  • Wilderness has the grandeur and power to humble us, the vastness of space and sanctuary for clarity of mind, enabling us to explore expansive thoughts.
  • All these senses ring true and often inspire guest discussion during our Nature-Bound journeys.

Should you wish to discuss the wilderness features of our tours in any detail telephone us on (+61) 0407 126603 or email your questions to tours@natureboundaustralia.com.

Imagine your next holiday in a wilderness environment!

  • Places of such outstanding value, they are conserved for all time.
  • Places declared to be of world significance, naturally and culturally.
  • Lands where species continue to evolve and living fossils from Gondwanaland survive, from times when Australia was connected to India, Antarctica, South America and South Africa.
  • Places where evolution is allowed to progress without impact or intervention.

Your holiday is an investment in the very best.Climb to the dramatic sight of Crater Lake, Cradle Mountain

Outstanding world heritage sites and Australia national parks are our core touring focus.

Our guests are also keen to explore beyond the icons and heavily marketed destinations, to understand the issues relating to the land and the people.

If your specific interest leans toward the world heritage sites of Australia, of which there are currently 17, then join us in one of the following extended tours.

Tasmania National Parks Tour

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Duration: 17 days
Departure Date: TBA
Journey: Launceston (round trip)

Immerse yourself in the finest world heritage wilderness scenery which dominates Australia's island State in this Tasmanian National Parks and wilderness tour.

  • an optimum 17 days or two part tours of 8 and 9 days
  • remote alpine scenery of Cradle Mountain, Mt Field, Hartz Mountains National Parks
  • pristine beaches and spectacular seascapes of Freycinet National Park, Wineglass Bay, Tasman Peninsula and Bay of Fires
  • up close experiences with Tasmanian Devils, other bird and wildlife
  • relaxed communities and a photographers paradise

All inclusive of quality accommodation and meals, touring services, side tours and extras
A genuine small group plus our attentive personal service

Discounts apply to this tour for Early Bird, Small Group and Loyalty bookings.

Flinders Ranges, Lake Eyre and Red Centre Tour

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Duration: 14 days
Departure Date: TBA
Journey: Adelaide to Alice Springs

Nurture your spirit and sense of adventure along one of the great Australian outback tracks and across painted deserts from Adelaide to Alice Springs, including:

  • the geological showpiece of the Flinders Ranges
  • the surreal experience of walking on Lake Eyre
  • the legendary Oodnadatta Track
  • underground life and curiosities of Coober Pedy
  • Aboriginal pathways and Explorer endeavours
  • mounded springs of the Great Artesian Basin
  • Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata-Tjuta (The Olgas)
  • Kings Canyon and the contorted West Macdonnell Ranges

All inclusive of comfortable accommodation and quality meals, touring services, guided walks, parks and special entries plus extras.

A genuine small group and our attentive personal service.

Discounts apply to this tour for Early Bird, Small Group and Loyalty bookings.

Big Rivers Outback Tour

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Duration: 10 days
Departure Date: TBA
Journey: Adelaide to Brisbane, Brisbane to Adelaide

If the thought of a stimulating overland adventure triggers your imagination, then this 10 day Big Rivers journey is the complete experience.

  • traverse Australia's grandest river basin as it wrestles with climate change
  • trace a mighty network of waterways, lifeline corridors for an abundance of bird and wildlife
  • visit the archaeological site of Australia's oldest known inhabitants
  • follow the pathways of first explorers and pioneering pastoralists who epitomized the spirit of the inland
  • reflect on the heady times of river trading, remote inland ports and villages

An authentic outback odyssey stretching from indigenous occupation and displacement through to traditional lifestyles and issues of today.

All inclusive of quality accommodation and meals, touring services, park entries and extras.
A genuine small group and our attentive personalised service.

Discounts apply to this tour for Early Bird, Small Group and Loyalty bookings.

Australia World Heritage - Gondwana Tour

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Duration: 4 days or 5 days
Departure Date: TBA
Journey: Brisbane (round trip)

Immerse yourself in the remarkable evolution of an ancient land, in this Australia World Heritage Gondwana tour.

  • Visiting 7 outstanding National Parks
  • Primitive Gondwana rainforests
  • A natural history connection with Antarctica
  • Wide ranging habitats from sub-tropical to snow country
  • Ancient escarpments of volcanic origin dating back 200 million years
  • Tortuous gorges and plummeting waterfalls
  • The hinterland beauty of Big River and Rainbow Country
  • Abundant bird and wildlife, home of the Superb Lyrebird
  • Optional guided walks each day
  • Selection of departures or by arrangement
All inclusive of quality accommodation and meals, touring services, park entries and guided walks.
A genuine small group plus our attentive personalised service.

Discounts apply to this tour for Early Bird, Small Group and Loyalty bookings

Red Centre Tour

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Duration: 11 days
Departure Date: TBA

Journey: Alice Springs to Uluru, Uluru to Alice Springs

Now you can enjoy all the iconic features of Central Australia, in the one "Red Centre" tour.

  • Ayers Rock (Uluru)
  • The Olgas (Kata-Tjuta)
  • Rainbow Valley
  • Ormiston Gorge and Pound
  • Kings Canyon (Watarrka)
  • Palm Valley
  • Gorges, gaps and chasms of the ancient Macdonnell Ranges
  • World acclaimed Desert Park interpretative centre
  • Day walk on the Larapinta Trail
  • Day trip into the remote lands and lives of indigenous desert people, their culture, rock art and songlines
  • Limited departures for best seasonal conditions

All inclusive of quality accommodation and meals, touring services, guided walks, special entries and extras.
A genuine small grou and our attentive personalised service.

Discounts apply to this tour for Early Bird, Small Group and Loyalty bookings.

Great Divide - Iconic Landscapes Tour

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Duration: 13 days
Departure Date: TBA
Journey: Brisbane to Sydney, Sydney to Brisbane

If you perceive Australia to be vast open plains and deserts, then you will be amazed at the contrast and surprises revealed on this Great Divide Tour.

  • easily accessed from Sydney and Brisbane is some of the finest scenery and natural habitats in the world
  • precipitous escarpments, plummeting gorges and waterfalls
  • The Greater Blue Mountains, historic trails, limestone caves and wilderness panoramas
  • world heritage ancient forests of Gondwana origin. 
  • granite strewn landscapes of giant monoliths and balancing boulders
  • pastoral dynasties and history, vineyards and convict built villages
  • an informative insight into the very evolution of Australia
  • superb walking trails and passes

All inclusive of quality accommodation and meals, touring services, side tours, park and special entries and a bonus visit to world heritage Fraser Island.
A genuine small group and our attentive personal service.

Discounts apply to this tour for Early Bird, Small Group and Loyalty bookings.


Uniquely Australia - Land of Contrasts Tour

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Duration: 15 days
Departure Date: TBA
Journey: Brisbane (round trip)

If you are seeking a diverse Australian experience all in the one journey, then here is a Uniquely Australia tour to suit.

  • Visit 12 National Parks
  • Tropical islands, idyllic lakes and lagoon
  • A pristine Coral Cay and Great Barrier Reef
  • Towering sandstone gorges and canyons
  • Ancient rock art and Aboriginal culture
  • Grand granite monoliths
  • Primitive Gondwana rainforests
  • 4WD safari along beaches of multi-coloured sands
  • Untracked wilderness panoramas dating back 150 million years
  • Tortuous gorges and waterfalls
  • Insight into the life and legends of the outback people
  • Abundant bird and wildlife
  • Great guided walks
All inclusive of quality accommodation and meals, all touring services, park entries, all side tours and walks.
A genuine small group and our attentive personalised service.

Discounts apply to this tour for Early Bird, Small Group and Loyalty bookings.

Outback to Reef Tour

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Duration: 13 days
Departure Date: TBA
Journey: Longreach to Brisbane

If you woud like to experience two of Australia's most acclaimed destinations in one tropical holiday, then consider this Outback to Reef tour.

  • tracing the Tropic of Capricorn across Queensland
  • where ancient dinosaurs once roamed the shores of a vast inland sea
  • bush characters and pioneers created their own folklore and heritage
  • delightful walks await you through towering gorges and canyons
  • tropical islands of coloured sand and coral are host to pristine lakes and giant forests, coral gardens and marine life, bird and wildlife.

A variety of world and national heritage experiences all inclusive of quality accommodation and meals, touring services, park and special entries, all side tours and extras.
A genuine small group and our attentive personal service.

Discounts apply to this tour for Early Bird, Small Group and Loyalty bookings.

Border Ranges Short Break

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Duration: 4 days or 5 days
Departure Date: TBA
Journey: Brisbane (round trip)

Enjoy a short break luxury tour from Brisbane, to experience a different place and space, a retreat deep into the world heritage Border Ranges and Scenic Rim regions along the Queensland / New South Wales border, overlooking Mount Warning.
  • to the comfort and serenity of your bed and breakfast  accommodation or wilderness lodge
  • a blend of healthy activity and culinary delights amidst natural wilderness pampering, and quiet reflection
All the homely comforts, style and ethos of a Nature-Bound tour are retained as you immerse yourself in 
  • unique landscapes and world heritage wilderness
  • adjusting to the colours, sounds and aromas of the Australian bush
  • clear mountain air 1000m above sea level
  • the absence of urban urgency and rush.
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