Australia tours & holidays

All foreign nationals, excluding New Zealand passport holders, need an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) or tourist visa to enter Australia.

To enter Australia, you may also need:

• Valid passport with at least six months of validity after your return date

• Incoming passenger card (usually provided on your flight)

• Biometrics (photo and fingerprint)

• Evidence of accommodation

• Proof of sufficient funds

Absolutely. All passengers travelling with Intrepid are required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their trip. Your travel insurance details will be recorded by your leader on the first day of the trip. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.

Internet access is widely available in cities and big towns across Australia, with many cafes, bars and restaurants offering free wi-fi. However, in more remote areas like the Outback, internet connectivity can be less reliable.

Phone coverage is good in large cities and urban areas, but remote, rural and mountainous areas may have limited to no coverage, so be aware of this before venturing away from the city.

Ensure global roaming is activated before leaving or buy a SIM card when you arrive. Telstra offers the most reliable coverage, followed by Optus and Vodafone.

Western-style flushable toilets are the norm in Australia. However, some off-grid campsites and national parks may have drop toilets.