Your Ultimate East Coast Explorer kicks off in Sydney with a guided city tour and an orientation at Ultimate HQ. Spend the afternoon meeting your new girl gang and settling in before we hit the road on our epic East Coast adventure. We’ll travel overnight by coach, complete with WiFi and comfy reclining seats, so kick back, relax, and get ready for five unforgettable weeks discovering the very best of Australia’s stunning East Coast.

We’ll have a travel talk to get everyone hyped for the next 35 days of adventure.

Then it’s time for a local activity and a lunch included!

That night, you’ll hop on the Greyhound overnight bus to your first stop – and just like that, the journey begins!

Please make sure you are on time for the 11am meeting 🙂

We arrive in Byron Bay this morning, the boho babe of the East Coast. Spend the day exploring the town, relaxing on beautiful beaches, and soaking up those laid-back surf vibes with your girl gang. You’ll jump into a fun, professional surf lesson and be riding waves in no time. Start your day with morning yoga, enjoy free time to explore, and get amongst the hostel’s evening events. We’ll also visit the iconic Byron Bay Lighthouse for stunning ocean views at Australia’s most easterly point. Want more? Go dolphin kayaking or chase waterfalls and hidden beaches nearby (optional add-ons).

Next stop: Surfers Paradise – where the city meets the sea. Famous for epic waves, golden beaches and nonstop nightlife, Surfers is a true East Coast fave. We’ll explore the town and beach it up, then choose your own adventure: theme park thrills at Dreamworld, get jump on the well-known Aquapark, surfing or jet boating (optional add-ons). The next day is all about poolside chilling, sunshine and city exploring. Don’t miss a visit to Q1, Australia’s tallest building, for unreal views to top it all off.

We hop on the bus and head to Brisbane! We’ll check out the city’s highlights, from the iconic Streets Beach to South Bank, Brisbane’s buzzing cultural hub. As night falls, enjoy a fun night out with the girls, see Story Bridge glowing after dark or belt it out at karaoke. Feeling adventurous or looking for a husband (AKA Robert Irwin)? You can opt to visit the famous Australia Zoo! Or check out and snorkel the shipwrecks of Moreton Island (optional add-ons).

Our next stop is Noosa- all lush greenery, cute wildlife and stunning beaches. We’ll arrive in the afternoon and ease into island time with beach hangs and a sunset you won’t forget. The next day, we’ll hike along the coastal headlands for unreal ocean views, check out the fairy pools and keep an eye out for koalas. After that, the day is yours: relax by the pool, grab a free surfboard or boogie board from the hostel, or enjoy a couple of drinks at a local bar before diving into the hostel’s free evening events.Then you will be picked up for a day trip to the Noosa Everglades.

Ready to explore the world’s largest sand island? Today, we will begin our K’gari (Fraser Island) adventure, exploring this vast island in a 4×4! We will drive on the beach highway, take a dip in the amazing clear waters of Lake McKenzie, bathe in the champagne pools, and see many other unique landscapes on the island. We’ll be spending the 2 nights here in our own private campsite, just a few metres from the beach, so kick back and disconnect from the outside world!

 Check into your hostel before heading out to explore tropical Airlie Beach, taking a dip in the famous harbourfront lagoon. Enjoy multiple days here and make sure you don’t miss out on the Scenic Flight over The Great Barrier Reef and Whitehaven Beach, or jump on the back of a jet ski to zip around The Whitsundays themselves. After our Whitsundays sailing adventure we will come back here to celebrate with the crew at the after boat party before heading to our next destination.

It’s time for our Whitsundays adventure! For the next few days, we’ll be sailing around these jaw-dropping islands on our own boat – yes, actual paradise. We’ll sleep onboard, get comfy, sip drinks, enjoy delicious meals and soak up the unreal scenery. Think crystal-clear snorkelling spots, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, golden sunsets, and quality time with your girls. Absolute pinch-me moments. After two unforgettable days at sea, we’ll head back to Airlie Beach for the iconic after boat party.

You’re in for a treat as we spend the next few days exploring Magnetic Island – home to wild koalas, wallabies, and golden sandy beaches. Snorkel in the pristine island waters, take the guided Fort’s walk offering incredible views of the island and chill at the beach front hostel. Want to explore the rest of the island? Rent a 4×4 ‘Topless jeep’ and drive around the island with your mates (available for hire)!

Our next stop is Mission beach, where the rainforest meets the sea. We recommend exploring the neighbouring National Park, traditional country of The Djiru Aboriginal people. If you’re up for a bit of adrenaline action, you have the option of joining an awesome white water rafting adventure in Tully (add-on). Mission beach is also home to Australia’s highest skydive (15,000ft!), so if you’re feeling adventurous and brave – get signed up (add-on). Fly over the reef, jump out a plane and land on the beach. Awesome!

Our East Coast Adventure ends in Cairns – the Ultimate backpacker destination, home to the Great Barrier Reef and gateway to the Rainforest. Our first full day in Cairns will be spent on a day trip to the breathtaking Great Barrier Reef! We’ll take a boat to the outer reef and snorkel around the vibrant coral, encountering turtles, stingrays and maybe even Nemo – an experience you’ll never forget! We will be exploring the Tablelands region, chilling under waterfalls and sliding down natural rock slides. The final two days are open for you to explore Cairns as it has ample activities for you to do – Cape Tribulation, canyoning, bungy jumping and more! Soak up the sun while you reminisce on the past 5 weeks of adventure with your new mates!

We have done our best to include all fees and charges but there are some key touring components that are required to be paid on arrival whilst on tour.     Fraser Island Insurance Fee ($20 AUD) – Paid direct on arrival  Fraser Island Sleeping Bag Hire ($10AUD) – Paid direct if required Great Barrier Reef Conservation Levy ($20 AUD) Paid direct on arrival Whitsundays National Park EMC Levy ($30 AUD) Paid direct on arrival   Optional Activity Levies – Whilst on tour, various local activity operators may charge a levy that is to be paid direct on the day your activity takes place. These will be communicated to you when booking any optional activities.  A local ‘levy’ is generally a tax or administration fee.

You’ll be travelling with a group of 18-30-somethings girlypops from all over the world, and a female ULTIMATE Group Leader. Group sizes vary but you can generally expect to travel with a group of approximately 10-20 people.

We stay at some of the most popular hostels along the Australian East Coast. All prices are based on shared accommodation in 4 –  12 share dorm style rooms. Hostel accommodation on these tour dates are female-only dorm rooms.   Twin and private room upgrades are available to book but are subject to availability and single supplement charges. Note: Twin and Private room upgrades are not available on the Whitsundays, Fraser Island or overnight buses. Twin and Single room upgrades may still have shared bathroom facilities.   Please note: Whitsundays 2 night Sailing Trip, K’gari 4×4 configurations and transport to each destination will not be guaranteed female only.

Australia has no shortage of incredible food and when travelling on our East Coast tours, we make sure we include some iconic Australian BBQs. Please refer to the tour itinerary and inclusions for a list of included meals, but please note that meals are generally not included and we recommend you account for meals and drinks in your budgeting

Yes! the trip is designed especially for solo girls to make friends and share amazing experiences together.

Our trip is open to girls aged 18 to 35, the perfect age range for solo travellers, and adventure-lovers looking to meet likeminded new friends!

We sure do! We can design a payment plan that works for you with no interest fees. Give us a message on Whatsapp to help arrange this.