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Famous 5 Day Tasmania Tour

The original Tasmania backpacker tour and the perfect way to see the best of this amazing island over 5 epic days. Includes 2 nights at Hobart Central YHA.

Tully River Full Day White Water Rafting Adventure

Experience World Heritage Rainforest whilst paddling the rapids with a highly trained guide who will teach you techniques & share the wonders of this magnificent untouched landscape.

60 Minute Whitsunday Flight and Rafting Package

Experience the best of the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef in one day with this epic value scenic flight and Ocean Rafting adventure. ON SALE: SAVE $64

1 Day Uluru Tour

If you're short on time but still want to see 'The Rock' this is the tour for you. Experience the wonders of Kata Tjuta & Uluru on this amazing one day tour.

Byron Bay Dolphin Kayaking

Take a guided kayaking tour in the stunning Byron Bay Marine Park. Come face to face with dolphins and other marine life as you paddle around the most easterly point of Australia.

Great Barrier Reef 5 day scuba diving course

Learn to scuba dive on the Great Barrier Reef with this 5 Day PADI Open Water diving course in Cairns. Includes 4 FREE NIGHTS at Cairns Central YHA.

Rottnest Island Ferry Package Including Bike Hire

Enjoy the pristine beaches and crystal clear waters and meet the famous Quokkas! Choose to depart from either Perth or Fremantle!

Sydney Attractions Pass

SAVE with this value combo ticket. Giving you entry to ALL of the top 4 Sydney attractions.

Half Price Flights

The Aussie government has announced a slew of slashed-price flights available on interstate routes from April to June this year. What does that mean? It means you'll be able to fly half price to some of the very best destinations in the country and stay with YHA!

State Travel Vouchers

'Holiday Here' is our new motto when it comes to travel, and governments are providing great incentives for us to get out and about - helping to boost our tourism & hospitality industries. Find out what is available for you.

Great Australian Walks

There's nothing like seeing some of the best scenery in Australia by foot. Better still, you can use some great YHA properties as a base for your next exploration. Click through for our guide.

YHA Footy Tipping Comp

Join YHA's inaugural AFL & NRL footy tipping competition and enjoy some healthy rivalry and maybe win a few nights on us along the way! Back your team and yourself and get in the game!

Student Stays by YHA at Sydney Central

Purpose designed, all inclusive student accommodation located right in the heart of Sydney with no deposit, no bond, and no lock-in contracts, Student Stays by YHA is the perfect home base for those studying in Sydney.

Best Mountain Biking Trails in Australia

Ever wondered where to find the best mountain biking in Australia? We've broken down the best mountain bike routes, trail networks and dedicated parks in EVERY STATE, plus some beginner tips!

Why I rented a whole YHA

Indulge in the tales of the fine folk who've rented their very own YHA, and be inspired for your next shindig! Au revoir, Airbnb! Sayonara, Stayz!

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YHA Australia App

Receive a 10% discount on your first app booking! Get the best rates guaranteed with exclusive app-only deals & discounts. Check it out!

5 Best Hostel Rooftops in Australia

Home of free BBQs and accidental-on-purpose naps in the sunshine, hostel rooftops are the place to be! Here are 5 of the very best - tick 'em all off!

TEDxSydneyHarbourYHA

Here at Sydney Harbour YHA, as part of TED's Countdown event we gathered some inspiring local businesses to tell their sustainability stories.

YHA and Sustainability

At YHA, the three pillars of sustainability – social, environmental and economic - are at the core of absolutely everything we do.

10 ways to see and help Australian wildlife

We all love Australian wildlife, but we need your help to ensure our species keep surviving and thriving in the wild. Here are just some of the ways you can help!