Australia · WORKSHOPS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 workshops worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Learn to surf at Bondi Beach in a small group with friendly instructors, safety coaching, gear included, and two hours in the water.
“Great activity, absolutely loved it, highly recommend. Matt was brilliant and made it even better”
Learn to surf in Byron Bay with patient local instructors, small groups, warm gear, beach safety tips, and a strong chance of standing up.
“Brilliant surfing lesson, guides are fantastic, great laugh, will be surfing again, I’m now a pro”
Review of the Kuranda Scenic Railway Gold Class and Skyrail, with rainforest views, free time in Kuranda, practical tips, and value advice.
“A great day with as much or as little exercise as you want. SkyRail trip was a worthwhile experience. Experiences in Kuranda such as the butterfly world and bird world worth the visit. The Gold standard train trip from Kuranda was olde-world luxury with wonderfully friendly, welcoming and informative carriage staff. Food and drink a bonus.”
Create a Turkish mosaic candle holder in Sydney with guided design help, tea, snacks, and the option to upgrade to a lamp.
“It is easy for anyone to create a beautiful product in the given time, and we can take it to home and enjoy it in the future or give it to someone as a gift.”
Review of Byron Bay’s half-day Mojosurf lesson, with beach pickup, equipment, small groups, changing surf spots, value, and booking tips.
“The session was short but ended up being the perfect amount of time as it was difficult and tiring so everyone on the tour seemed happy it was only half a day! I’d love to come back and learn more as the teachers were great and really funny too and literally picked me right up from my hostel!”
Learn to surf at Maroubra Beach in a small group with expert instructors, warm wetsuits, and a real chance to catch your first wave.
“The instructor was informative and careful, making sure I was safe at all times but was also able to give me a great experience of learning to surf - wetsuits were easily provided along with learner surf boards which completed the experience to a great standard”
Ride Skyrail over Queensland rainforest, explore Kuranda, then return to Cairns in Gold Class comfort aboard the historic scenic railway.
“Great day out. Sky rail and train ride back both highlights. shout yourself Goldclass. Kuranda the town was interesting but perhaps not to everyone's taste. HHighly recommended activity with genuinely spectacular scenery.”
Learn to surf in Byron Bay with small groups, soft boards, safety-focused coaches, included gear, and flexible beach locations.
“Tailored the class to different levels of ability. Made everyone feel very safe and comfortable. Thank you!”
Learn to surf at Noosa Main Beach with expert coaches, small groups, warm water, safe waves, and a real chance to ride your first wave.
“The surf lesson was a high point of our trip. There were only 5 in our group all together. 3 of them being my family. Myself, 14 year old and 10 year old participated. The guide Mike was passionate about surfing, was knowledgeable and was like a proud parent when we did stand up. Teaching was brilliant. Gave the kids confidence and made them feel safe and sort of free. The location was easy to find. Just walk on the path on the beach until arrive at the car park. 2 hours in plenty of surf time I would say. Not far to walk with the surf board.”
Learn to surf on the Gold Coast with a small group, friendly instructors, equipment, sunscreen, photos, and beginner-friendly waves.
“Awesome class, awesome instructor. And receiving the photos afterwards was the cherry on top. Highly recommend - was great fun.”
Learn to surf in Byron Bay with a small group, patient coaches, warm water, and 2.5 hours of safe, hands-on instruction.
“We had so much fun learning to surf, the instructor was great and we had a great time!”
Learn to surf at The Spit on a two-hour Gold Coast lesson with small groups, full equipment, patient coaching, and beach views.
Learn to surf privately on the Gold Coast with expert coaching, gear, safety guidance, dolphin spotting, and a useful photo package.
“Loved it! Ted and Alex are wonderful. Especially Ted, he’s really good at coaching us and providing very positive feedback and instructions! It helps us to learn the most out of surfing! Had a real nice time with him!! Would totally recommend the activity to my family and friends! Thank you guys for the good work which gave us a very wonderful memory since it’s our first time traveling to Australia!! Love the country, the cities, and love the people here the most🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻”
Sail Sydney Harbour from Manly on a small-group yacht cruise, help steer and set sails, and see the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
“As we had no prior sailing experience, our guide Will walked us through the basics of how sailing works. Gradually, we were able to take part in operating the boat ourselves, which was a lot of fun. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would highly recommend it to anyone with little or no sailing experience.”
Learn to surf at Middleton Beach with a two-hour beginner lesson, modern equipment, safety coaching, and Fleurieu Peninsula views.
“It was fun and the coaches were great! However, as we were a group of 15 and only 2 coaches, a few more coaches would have been ideal as a beginner.”
Reef days, coast roads, wine country and the red centre.
