Australian Geographic

Australian Geographic, Australia’s premier geographic journal, brings you the best of the country from those who know it best. Discover Australia’s rich cultural heritage, its beautiful landscapes, its unique and diverse plants and wildlife, and explore outback towns and the true-blue characters who call them home.

New tech, old traditions, and storytelling at its best

Australian Geographic

Adventure News: South Coast NSW MTB road trip a reality

Adventure News: New Yakima gear! • Yakima has released some new products for bike enthusiasts, paddlers and fishers.

Out There

A Cut Above • Legendary knife manufacturer Gerber is celebrating its 85th year in 2024 and to celebrate the Australian arm of the company is set to launch the ComplEAT range of utensils and outdoor cooking equipment.

Action Captured • The life of an adventure photographer looks wild and glamorous, but as Matt Horspool, one of Australia’s best outdoor and wildlife snappers, explains, there’s a lot of hard work and crazy experiences behind those inspiring images.

Best Summer Adventures: The Heat is On • Summer is nearly here, so it’s time for our annual selection of Australia and New Zealand’s best and brightest of adventures for those warmer – and longer – days. From hikes and bike rides to paddling and snorkelling, check them out and add them to your summer bucket list!

In the Shadow of the Great Bear • An eight-day sea kayak expedition exploring the islands of British Columbia’s Great Bear Rainforest takes paddlers into a wild, wonderful world.

A Timeless Journey • Exploring ancient pathways through Jordan on a mountain bike is an enriching way to understand this country’s culture and history, as Andrew Findlay discovers.

In the Heart of the Sea • Deep in the South Pacific, the Cook Islands is a haven of natural beauty, adventure, and vibrant cultural heritage, and it’s right on Australia’s doorstep.

Into the Wild Heart • Exploring the wilds of South Africa is a brilliant test of any adventure vehicle, as Justin Walker finds out.

Take a Long Line • When a long-held dream river run becomes a reality, it’s never without some hard work involved, as Travis Frenay finds on this canoe-borne exploration of the Upper Shoalhaven River.

Fast Dogs and a Frozen Land • A TASTE OF THE FJÄLLRÄVEN POLAR CHALLENGE

Gear Tests: Contents

Osprey Aether™ Pro 75 backpack

Mountain Designs gear • EIGHT DAYS ON A SEA KAYAK EXPEDITION

Gerber 16-Piece ComplEAT Cook Set

Mont Lightspeed Jacket

OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO Lens

Yakima HighRoad

Nemo Equipment Tensor Trail Ultralight sleeping pad

Santa Cruz Tallboy • LONG TERM TEST REPORT

Nemo Equipment Tensor™ Extreme Conditions Ultralight Insulated Sleeping Pad

Orcas, Numbats and Birds of the Southwest • An exclusive Australian Geographic Wildlife Adventure

Something old, something new

Spectacular Canada

The culture of cool in Canada • While spring and summer are picturesque in green, the cooler months glow with their own world of colour, from vibrant oranges and reds to pristine white.

British Columbia, six ways • Whether you travel for adventure, wellness or new foodie delights, British Columbia ticks all the boxes.

Canada on the White Track • While anytime of year is a great time to rock and roll across Canada with VIA Rail, one of the best times to go is in winter.

Luxury on the Rails in the Canadian Rockies • Experiencing Rocky Mountaineer’s luxurious service on three routes in Canada with Adventure World is a bucket-list journey.

Chill Factor in the Canadian Rockies • For achingly beautiful scenery to take your breath away, the Canadian...