8 Places In Australia To Experience The Wilderness Without The Crowds

Tenzin Chodon

Arnhem Land, Northern Territory

Discover ancient rock art, remote beaches, and Indigenous culture in Arnhem Land, one of Australia’s most fascinating wilderness regions.

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Hinchinbrook Island, Queensland

Take on the Thorsborne Trail, which winds through rainforest, beaches, and mountains on one of Queensland’s most beautiful islands.

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The Tarkine (Takayna), Tasmania

Walk through an ancient rainforest, follow quiet rivers, and keep an eye out for wildlife in Tasmania’s remote northwest.

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The Kimberley, Western Australia

Drive the Gibb River Road through the Kimberley, stopping at waterfalls, gorges, and remote spots that few travellers get to see.

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Lord Howe Island, New South Wales

Swim, snorkel, and explore at your own pace on this small island, where visitor numbers are carefully limited.

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Flinders Ranges, South Australia

Take a hike through the Flinders Ranges for sweeping outback views, ancient rock formations, and a taste of life in remote Australia.

The Flinders Ranges in the Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary Shutterstock

Cape Range National Park & Ningaloo Coast, Western Australia

Spend the day exploring Cape Range’s canyons before heading into Ningaloo’s waters to snorkel among colourful marine life.

Views from Ningaloo Reef, Western Australia brookepykephotography/instagram

Croajingolong National Park, Victoria

Follow coastal trails, find a quiet campsite, or simply spend a few days exploring this lesser-known corner of Victoria.

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