Unique to Australia, of course are our opposite seasons. While everyone else is freezing at Christmas, we re usually by the pool or on the beach, which mean s that our Summers see a massive influx of tourists, desperate for a bit of sun. Tasmanian Tigers Note the name. Snakes Only eat tourists, apparently. They re not exactly incey wincey ones over here Parrots Amazingly bright colours.
National parks range from lush, green tropical rainforests to dry empty outback.
You can also see baron coastal dune territory and craggy Mountain regions. Most overseas visitors take tours through these regions but if you are brave enough to venture out on your own remember to be prepared for the natural elements. Many of out national parks have a World Heritage listing so please leave the parks exactly the way you found them. 25,000 Miles of Coastline means that you can pretty much have a beach to yourself. However most people head for the Great Barrier Reef renowned worldwide for it s underwater wonders, sailing trips and water-sports.