Things You Need to Know Before You Go

There are so many things to do and things to see in Australia, it can be overwhelming and quite confusing for visitors. So our team at The Tour Specialists, have put these blogs together to help you learn all about the various things you need to be aware of before booking your tours and attractions on a faceless website. We answer all the questions you have about Australia and the Great Barrier Reef. The Tour Specialists blogs give you the best tips and hints, and uncover the things you need to know before you go. We show you why you should choose a particular tour or attraction that you may have not seen before. Our team are based across Australia so we know the intimate details of all tours and attractions better than anyone and we are here 7 days a week to assist you.

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Cape York Tours 2026 | Guided 4WD Tours to The Tip

Cape York is Australia’s last great frontier, a rugged and remote region where the rainforest meets the reef and red-dirt tracks lead to one of the most iconic travel milestones - “The Tip” of Australia. A Cape York tour is the easiest and safest way to experience this wild, beautiful landscape. From 5 to 15 day 4WD expeditions to shorter Fly/Drive packages, our tours operate during the dry season (May to September) and are led by experienced guides who know every crossing, every waterfall, and every story along the way.

By Yvette Gertler

Cairns Helicopter Ride | 90 Minute Helicopter Flight Cairns | Fly over Great Barrier Reef

Are Cairns Helicopter Tours Worth It?

Are the cost of a helicopter fight in Cairns worth the moeny? The Tour Specialists will help answer your question.

By Sophie Tabouel

Helicopter Scenic Flight - Best Things To Do Gold Coast

Best Time of Year to Take a Helicopter Flight on the Gold Coast

Wondering what is the best time of year or best time of day to take a helicopter flight on the Gold Coast?

By Saachi James-Mason

Gold Coast Helicopter Flights - Scenic Flights Main Beach

Are Gold Coast Helicopter Flights Worth It?

Wondering if the cost of a helicopter scenic flight over the Gold Coast is worth the money? Then we have some of your questions answered here in The Tour Specialists blog

By Saachi James-Mason

Exclusive Helicopter Experiences in the Whitsundays

Take a helicopter scenic flight and loand on Whitehaven Beach, Heart Reef or aremote sand cay. Enjoy a fly/fly out to the HArdy Reef pontoon and do some diving and snorkelling

By Saachi James-Mason