Top Australia & the Pacific Theme Parks

Walk into the real-world landscape of Middle Earth on a walking tour of the Hobbiton™ Movie Set, where you get a behind-the-scenes look at ‘The Lord of the Rings’ and ‘The Hobbit.’ Pause at the Green Dragon™ Inn to for a draft of Hobbit™ Southfarthing™, see the remarkable detailing that brought Hobbiton™ to life on screen, and visit the places where key scenes were created.

Get away from the rowdy crowds on the Sunshine Coast and make some new feathered friends in the heart of Queensland with this unique hinterland experience. Enjoy interactive encounters with native and exotic birds in the walk-through aviaries at Maleny Botanic Gardens. Meet cockatoos, macaws and more and get one-of-a-kind photo opportunities with these friendly birds – on your hand, on your head, and against the backdrop of the scenic Glass House Mountains.

Gain admission to your choice of five heart-thumping activities at Agroventures, an adrenaline-packed theme park located just minutes from central Rotorua. Not for the faint-hearted, each extreme ride on offer — such as the Rotorua Bungy and Freefall Xtreme — provides non-stop blood-pumping action. Complimentary round-trip hotel transport is available.

Save time and money by pre-booking admission to the Odyssey Sensory Maze. This admission ticket makes enjoying the sensory maze a bit more of a breeze. Skip past lines, let a rep give you a safety briefing and store your belongings in a locker, and experience the challenging spaces, illusions, scents, and sound effects of the mysterious maze. You’ll also receive a souvenir photo and discount on merchandise.

Experience more than the beautiful beaches of Fiji at this fun evening cultural performance. Learn all about Fiji’s culture and history through drumming, song, dance, and amazing costumes. The show tells traditional Fijian stories of mystical giant women, octopus gods, a shape-shifting iguana, and more. You’ll be amazed by the spectacular lighting and staging, too, while delving deeper into Fijian history.

Immerse yourself and the whole family in the history and flavors of The Ginger Factory. Set off on an adventure around the world following the gingerbread man to famous global locations on an indoor boat. Then, take a ride on the 120 year old Ginger Train and explore the lush botanical gardens. Take a tour of the historic factory steeped in local heritage and learn about their honey bees—and taste their honey!

Get an up-close look at the rainforest from the middle of Cairns at Carins ZOOM and Wildlife Dome. This family-friendly attraction is home to Australian animals like koalas, snakes, tropical birds, and a saltwater crocodile. You can simply explore the park at your leisure, or choose some of the many activities like a ropes course, zipline, dome climb and more. You also have the option to upgrade your admission to the 4 Park Pass if you want to visit other Cairns-area attractions like the Butterfly Sanctuary and Rainforestation.

Pre-book tickets to Shantytown Heritage Park to explore a replica village from New Zealand’s 19th-century gold rush, where you can ride a steam train, pan for gold, and check out the working sluice gun and sawmill. Booking Shantytown Heritage Park tickets online combines the convenience of advance planning with the flexibility to arrive at any time of day, without being limited to a fixed tour schedule.

Experience something out of this world. Cactus Country (as seen on Better Homes & Gardens) is an Australian desert landscape like no other. Drawing visitors from around the globe to explore the gardens and marvel at the blooms, shapes and sizes of these spiky sensations. Get ready to discover more than 4,000 species of cacti and succulents. Sandy walking trails weave their way through the 12 acres of garden making for an unforgettable trip. There are eight paths to explore and plenty to see and do for all ages, even the four-legged variety. When it comes time to refuel the mind, body and soul, Cactus Country offers a range of refreshments including cactus cake, cactus ice cream, honey collected from on site bee hives and even cactus cider! The onsite nursery has a huge range of varieties for purchase so you can start your own cactus garden at home. Pack your walking shoes and camera and uncover this little piece of Mexico right here in Strathmerton.

Design your own day of family fun with a ticket to The Maze, home of Outback Splash. Located less than an hour’s drive from downtown Perth, this Aussie-style adventure park has something for all ages, from winding mazes and mini-golf to kangaroo and koala encounters. During the summer months (October-April), pack your swimsuits for the giant water slides and play pools of Outback Splash, the perfect place to let loose and cool off.

Buckle up and explore the outer reaches of reality on this vortex 12D motion theater experience in Queenstown! Step inside your own personal motion theater and choose from over 80 different movie scenarios including jet-pack rides, roller coasters, alien battles and dinosaur races. With each ride combining up to 12 different features including snow, wind, rain and even bubbles, it almost feels real! Transport yourself into magical worlds where fantastic surprises await round every corner, and enjoy an out-of-this-world adventure suitable for all ages in Queenstown, New Zealand.

Cannibals Chase is Fiji’s one and only Horror Maze and is a fun nighttime activity for teenagers and adults to experience.

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