Australia Off The Beaten Track...

Australia is world famous for its breathtaking scenery, attractions and culture but there are some lesser known locations and activities, or some that oftern get overlooked, to discover that perfectpayday.com.au wished to share with the travel savvy.

10. Forget the Kentucky Derby!

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The 'Gorge Rock -Lake Grace Road' attraction is known to all as the Tin Horse Highway and is surely one of the funniest ways to get to Wave Rock, and an experience like no other in Australia! An innovative community project that encourages locals to make cheeky and humorous tin horse characters. From police cars to horses on toilets - you will see it all as locals try and out do each other with each installation.

9. A different twist on dining in style

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If you fancy a break from the fantastic restaurants of Australia's cities and towns - The Colonial Tramcar Restaurant in Melbourne has a fleet cruising the city's streets offering fantastic food, service and a glimpse into history.

8. Yellow Water Billabong

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Cruising through Kakadu's wetland at sunset provides unrivaled access to see crocodiles and buffalo in their natural habitat. This is one of those 'once in a lifetime' experiences in Australia that more people should know about!

7. Umpherston Sinkhole

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Umpherston Sinkhole, also known, as The Sunken Garden was once a cave formed through dissolution of the limestone. Originally beautified by James Umpherston around 1886, the sinkhole is open at all times and from dusk each evening the area comes alive with possums as they venture into the floodlit gardens to feed. This is not to be missed if you're looking for different attractions in Australia.

6. Sandboarding in Port Stephen

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Sandboarding is the best thing you've never tried, and the Stockton Bight dunes are the best place to try it. This activity can be enjoyed by all ages and group sizes. Shooting down dunes up to 40 metres high is thrilling even to the experienced adrenaline junkie.

5. Green Island Reef Cruise

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Not too far off the 'beaten track' with this one but a breathtaking experience at the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. Surrounded by white sandy beaches, stunning coral and teaming with marine activity a trip to Green Island is a must do when in Cairns.

4. Relaxing in Daintree Rainforest

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Found on the north east coast of Queensland, and easily one of the most beautiful sights in Australia a day spent unwinding in the Daintree Rainforest (or equally kayaking, hiking or any activities that are not unwinding) does great things for the soul.

3. Surfs Up!

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Now Bondi Beach would never be classed as lesser known, however this outrageously good beach is often overlooked when compared to Ayers Rock or Sydney's Opera House. Golden sands, excellent surf and water so clear it warrants a screensaver - Bondi is a must!

2. Barron River White Water Rafting

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Try your hand at a half-day of rafting down Barron River in Cairns, perfect for those who have never tried rafting before. Take in the sights of the surrounding rainforest whilst enjoying this perfect white-knuckle family activity.

1. Whitsundays

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The Whitsundays are a collection of 74 islands that upon visiting you truly have to pinch yourself to believe the majestic surroundings. Splash around in the warm waters of the world famous (and rightly so...) Whitehaven Beach. Like Bondi Beach, Whitsundays isn't exactly not well known - but it is right at the top of our list of exploring the BEST of Australia if you have all the time in the world to get off the beaten track.