Australia is a country with atypical seasons compared to most other 4-season countries. This makes the land of the kangaroos experience winter in the middle of the year, instead of at the end of the year. Why is that? And what destinations are must-visits if you plan to spend winter in Australia? Let’s find out in this article!
In June, the Southern Hemisphere—where Australia is located—tilts away from the sun, resulting in fewer sunlight hours throughout the day. This means the Southern Hemisphere has shorter daylight hours, known as winter.
Cities in the southeastern and southern parts of Australia (such as Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra, and Hobart) are usually very cold during this month. Bring a warm coat if you plan a winter vacation to these cities. Meanwhile, cities in southwestern Australia (such as Sydney and Perth) will have relatively cool temperatures during winter. So, bring a sweater when visiting these cities.
Despite experiencing winter, not all states in Australia get snow. So, a winter vacation in this country only sometimes guarantees snow-covered places. Here are some destinations you should not miss during winter in Australia:
Almonta Beach in South Australia is a coastal beach located within the Coffin Bay National Park. This white sandy beach can only be accessed by a 4WD (off-road vehicle) or on foot. But, the place is very much worth the struggle, as you can see pods of dolphins regularly patrolling the waters and groups of kangaroos roaming around the beach.
In winter, this destination also offers you the experience of sampling Pacific and Angasi (unique to the southern coast of Australia) oysters freshly caught from the waters. You can take a domestic flight from Adelaide International Airport to Port Lincoln Airport to reach this beach. After that, you need to drive for 35 minutes.
Thredbo is a ski village and resort in Snowy Mountains, New South Wales. This area has the longest ski run, the highest restaurant, and Australia's tallest ‘point’. If you are looking for a snowy destination in Australia, this is the right place!
There, you will have the chance to ski on varied terrains stretching over 480 hectares. You can find gentle slopes to steep and deep terrains in this area. You can also ride Australia’s first alpine gondola, the Merritts Gondola; try out the Olympic-size swimming pool at the Thredbo Leisure Center; and visit the Thredbo Alpine Museum to browse Australia’s snow sports history. Thredbo can be reached from Sydney by bus, train and bus, or domestic flight and bus.
About 450 kilometers from Alice Springs, there is the Uluru–Kata Tjuta National Park in the Northern Territory, which is a place you must visit. This national park features massive sandstone monoliths painted with stunning rock art and petroglyphs. The park is also a sacred site for the indigenous people of Australia.
In winter, the temperature in this area drops significantly, ranging from 20°C to 30°C, making it easier for you to explore and see one of the Earth’s wonders. Instead of snow, you will be greeted with fog and frost in the morning when visiting this desert. The simplest route to reach this destination is a domestic flight from Sydney Airport to Ayers Rock Airport, Uluru.
Those are some of the must-visit destinations during winter in Australia. Before going on your winter vacation in Australia, make sure to purchase Online Travel Insurance from MSIG Indonesia, which will give you comprehensive protection while traveling domestically or internationally.
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