Melbourne is one of the most populous destinations of Australia and numerous travellers worldwide queue up for tickets on flights that arrive in the city. The city is literally chock-a-block with numerous attractions and beaches that are among the top lures for visitors. But apart from the many sights on offer, this urban destination is famed for the wide range of adrenaline pumping activities it offers to visitors. Following are the most popular adventures one should partake in after booking tickets on Australia bound flights.
Water Adventures
Being located off the sea, this city is home to many pristine sandy strips as well as a range of activities amidst the clear waters. Popular adventures include scuba diving and snorkelling with the additional option of engaging in fishing and sightseeing. The underwater scenery is bound to give flights to the fancies of even the most discerning tourist and there are many diving sites nearby that are suited to both novice as well as amateur divers. Many charter companies across Australia provide such escapades to both families and groups seeking new experiences during their travels in far away Australia. Other watery tours include cruises and kayaking excursion along the Patterson River.
Survival of the Fittest in Close Combat
Paintball is one of newest options available to those booking flights terminating in this urban destination of Australia. This adrenaline pumping activity is held indoors at the Melbourne Indoor Paintball located on the edge of the Centre Business District. Easy to reach and perfect for a day of sightseeing, it also houses numerous dining options and bars where one can chill out after a hard battle. Suitable for young adults and adults alike it is perfect for team building and social interaction while ensuring maximum enjoyment for participants. Something to check out in case one is planning to book tickets onboard flights arriving in the country. And one need not worry about getting paint blotches on their clothes because all relevant safety and camouflage equipment is provided to participants.
Faster and More Furious
Numerous travellers book tickets to global destinations to get an up close look at extreme machines racing each other at popular tracks. Here adventurers can look forward to getting behind the wheel of an actual race car powered by a V8 engine. A few companies provide this adventure to willing participants and they can suit up to make laps at lightning fast speeds. All relevant safety instructions are also provided by trained professionals who know the nitty-gritty of this sport of champions. This high speed adventure on Michelin or Bridgestone racing slicks is sure to leave holidaymakers gloating over their decision to book air tickets to Australia for the vacation of a lifetime.
Up in the Air and Through the Clouds
Scenic flights onboard helicopters and small planes are a rage in this part of the world because of the unmatched views from up top. But that is only one part of the fun and the truly adventurous can push the limits further during their visits to Australia. Skydiving lessons are available to holidaymakers and many companies all over the city provide interested folks with the opportunity to try it out. Though jumping out of a perfectly good airplane might seem foolish to some, the unmatched rush of adrenaline one gets while free-falling through the clouds truly justifies the cost of tickets aboard international flights arriving in this scenic nation.
A Backpacking Tour through the Scenic Countryside
Bordered by the sea, this city is close to the Great Ocean Road, which provides access to unmatched coastal scenery of Australia and a few companies organize short tours of the area especially for backpackers. The accommodations on offer include inexpensive hostels which is included within the tour cost. Some of the key attractions that holidaymakers can look forward to after disembarking flights in this scenic metropolis include Torquay, Gibson's Steps, 12 Apostles, Tower Hill's sunken volcano and so much more.
Martin Wynn
