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.”
Make a Turkish mosaic lamp in Melbourne with expert guidance, Turkish tea, snacks, and a take-home keepsake in a relaxed 2.5-hour workshop.
“Such a beautiful experience ✨ Creating a mosaic lamp piece by piece was calming and so inspiring. Highly recommend!”
Learn to surf at Bondi Beach with a small group, patient instructors, quality gear, safety guidance, and plenty of time in the water.
“I had an amazing time surfing at Bondi! My instructor was very patient and kind! It was my first time”
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 in Noosa with Merrick’s two-hour small-group lesson, equipment included, patient coaches, flexible timing, and free cancellation.
“Great instructor - Dylan. It was fun and we all achieved something more than we expected. I’d say you need a certain level of fitness as is a full body workout.”
Review of Kool Katz Surf School’s affordable Byron Bay group lesson, with gear included, local instructors, beach pickup, and a 40m ride guarantee.
“Very enjoyable experience! Very patient with me and managed to actually get on the board and surf multiple times. Made me feel welcomed especially since I was on my own.”
Make a Turkish mosaic lamp in Brisbane with guided instruction, Turkish tea, treats, and a relaxed two-and-a-half-hour art class.
“So much fun!! The atmosphere was so relaxing. The facilitator was friendly and very helpful. The tea and Turkish delight was yum!!!”
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”
Cruise Hervey Bay aboard the MV Amaroo for close humpback encounters, expert commentary, tea, 360-degree views, and guaranteed sightings.
“We met the friendly skipper on arrival, we’re escorted to the large catamaran and then spent the next four hours blissfully travelling around looking for and at the whales as they moved around us. On departure, the skipper took us all the back along the coast of K’ gari Island, past the coloured sands and safety back to shore.”
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.”
Reef days, coast roads, wine country and the red centre.
