Activities to do on Weekends in Canberra

Here's a list of Activities to do on Weekends in Canberra recommended by our experts:

Bushwalking At Namadgi National Park

Bushwalking At Namadgi National Park

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Head to Namadgi National Park, around 45 minutes out of the city centre by car, for bushwalks to accommodate all skill levels. Camp overnight, or pay a day ...

Birdwatching/walking At Jerrabomberra Wetlands

Birdwatching/walking At Jerrabomberra Wetlands

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A prime example of the accessibility of Canberra's attractions is the man-made Jerrabomberra Wetlands, happily situated on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin. A ...

Snow Play At Mt Selwyn

Snow Play At Mt Selwyn

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When the weather's chilly there are myriad snowy locations within driving distance, but it's important to keep an eye on road closures. Mt Selwyn is a nicely ...

Caving At Wee Jasper Caves

Caving At Wee Jasper Caves

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The artificial lake, around which Canberra lies, literally can't be missed - simply because it's so huge, covering 664ha. Festivals and events take place around...

Kayak On Lake Burley Griffin

Kayak On Lake Burley Griffin

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Lake Burley Griffin, Canberra's large man-made lake was constructed in 1963 and is located right in the centre of Canberra city. It is an ideal place to ...

Abseiling At Namadgi National Park

Abseiling At Namadgi National Park

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Back in Namadgi - the local Aboriginal word for the mountains south-west of Canberra - Cotter Rocks, 1550m above sea level, has a good array of starting points ...

Canberra Hot Air Balloon Flight

Canberra Hot Air Balloon Flight

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Balloon Aloft has been conducting flights over Canberra for 25 years. (Flight Pricing) We established commercial ballooning in Canberra and also instigated the ...

Mountain Biking At Mt Stromlo

Mountain Biking At Mt Stromlo

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Canberra is said to boast some of the best mountain biking in the world, and Mt Stromlo is a unanimous highlight. Though the 2003 bushfires have decimated some ...

Fishing At Googong Dam

Fishing At Googong Dam

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Googong Dam is the largest dam in the region and a top notch fishing spot. Fuel-powered boats are not permitted on the lake, but sail- and electricity-powered ...

Segway Tour Around Lake Burley Griffin

Segway Tour Around Lake Burley Griffin

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The Segway may not fit the criteria of physical exertion, but the two-wheeled motorised platform, strangely reminiscent of a lawnmower, is a fun, gimmicky way ...