Australia has something special in store for every couple searching for their ideal honeymoon location, from rustic wineries to lush rainforests. Hike through serene Tasmania or explore city culture like Sydney or Melbourne on your journey.
Begin a romantic honeymoon adventure on the Great Ocean Road for an unforgettable honeymoon trip. Spend your time visiting coastal towns like Noosa to paddle-boat and surf together!
1. Jervis Bay
Jervis Bay, located several hours south of Sydney, is an exceptional beach destination that often flies under the tourist radar. Home to some of the whitest sand beaches on earth and inviting turquoise waters for swimming and relaxation, there’s accommodation options here that cater to every need – luxury glamping among eucalypts; ocean-view camping at beachfront campground; back-to-nature national park sites… it has something special for every traveller!
Discover the White Sands Walk between Greenfield Beach and Hyams Beach or Honeymoon Bay Campground and experience its scenic sands or swim in its clear, turquoise water – or stop by Point Perpendicular Lighthouse to spot whales during whale-watching season!
Stay in one of the beachside holiday homes available, from two-bedroom beachfront retreats to luxurious private cottages boasting sea views and pools. Or go a step further at Bay & Bush Cottages in Huskisson that offer self-cater cottages in the Australian bush!
Get to know local brews at Jervis Bay Brewing Co, perfect for post-beach sessions. Or stop by Husky Pub in central Huskisson for delicious food and friendly service from this relaxed locals’ pub that boasts great beer.
2. The Southern Highlands
The Great Southern Land’s lush landscape offers shifting perspectives punctuated by picturesque villages like Bowral. Here, beautifully preserved colonial architecture has been preserved along with new wine makers who are giving this region new life. Romantic strolls through its countryside can be enjoyed alongside local Pinot Noir; culinary couples will delight at Biota restaurant where ingredients come straight from its garden or nearby pastures!
Romantics looking for romance with an Australian outback flair might want to head north to Western Australia’s Ningaloo Reef, where World Heritage-listed Cape Range National Park and Indian Ocean waters await discovery. At Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef beachside safari camp you can sleep under the stars on an isolated stretch of coral reef while swimming among whale sharks, manta rays, turtles and humpback whales!
Travel to remote Cape York for an Australian honeymoon that stands out. Just four-hours’ drive from Darwin, this area is much less touristy than its counterpart – providing plenty of activities like fishing and diving some of the last uncharted islands through tour operators such as Cape York Experience; viewing rare native wildlife at Kakadu National Park; swimming beneath breathtaking waterfalls such as Fruit Bat Falls.
3. The Bellarine Peninsula
Bellarine Peninsula (Wadawurrung: Biteyong) is one of Victoria’s lesser-known coastal regions and an idyllic getaway filled with picturesque seaside towns and fishing villages, perfect for strolling empty beaches and cliff top paths, shopping at farmers markets for fresh produce and homemade goodies, browsing artisan shops and art galleries and visiting farmers markets for fresh food products and homemade goodies.
Wine enthusiasts will delight in visiting one of the region’s many award-winning cellar doors, where gourmet cuisine and fine wines can be sampled while taking in stunning bay views. Meanwhile, nature enthusiasts can swim with dolphins, dive into old shipwrecks or explore reefs teeming with marine life, or swim with dolphins!
In the warmer months, many couples enjoy touring the region by car, staying in grand old hotels, charming B&Bs or heritage-listed inns. If luxury is what’s required, why not rent out one of the luxurious holiday homes available here with gourmet kitchens and breathtaking vistas?
One popular honeymoon option is taking a cruise ship out of Cairns and visiting the Great Barrier Reef for a day or two of snorkelling and sunbathing on its soft white sands. Or consider indulging in longer luxury cruise around Australia or heading north into Kimberley with adventure-focused companies like Ponant or Silversea who regularly reposition their luxurious vessels according to season.
4. Melbourne
Australia offers honeymoon couples looking for adventure the ideal destination, from those searching for peace in the Outback to those eager to taste Australia’s fine wines. There’s something special for every type of couple, including rainforests, hidden wineries, and breathtaking beaches to choose from – everyone will find something in Australia to fit their honeymoon plans perfectly!
No matter your pleasure, Melbourne will meet all your needs for an exciting getaway or spectacular theater performance. Make your experience truly romantic by staying at one of Melbourne’s best hotels like Park Hyatt Melbourne; its central location will help you relax after an action-packed day while its luxurious amenities help you unwind afterwards.
Daylesford in Victoria’s Daylesford is an idyllic honeymooner’s destination, from whale watching and browsing galleries and boutique stores, to whale-watching and exploring galleries and boutique stores. Renowned for its mineral waters and offering luxurious cottages exclusively tailored for couples like Hyams Beach Seaside Cottages which feature direct beach access – making Hyams Beach Seaside Cottages the ideal location to soak up some rays.
Interested in nature? Esperance offers a stunning coastal escape, from dramatic rocky coastlines and powder-soft beaches to seals and little penguins as well as the shimmering blue of the Southern Great Barrier Reef. It makes an idyllic Australia honeymoon destination.