Oceania
Below is a summary of how I entered, whether through a visa or another permitted route.
Prepare these before applying
Applied for Australia tourist visa (Subclass 600) twice — in 2018 and 2023, both times receiving a 1-year multiple-entry visa. Applied online via ImmiAccount.
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| S.No | Date | Details (Notes) | Category | Unit | Cost / Unit | Amount | Currency | Amount (NPR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Feb 10, 2025 | Australia ETA visa | Visa & Documents | — | — | — | — | 20.00 |
| 2 | Feb 10, 2025 | One-way flight to Sydney | Flights | — | — | — | — | 450.00 |
| 3 | Feb 11, 2025 | Hostel in Sydney CBD - Night 1 | Accommodation | — | — | — | — | 85.00 |
| 4 | Feb 12, 2025 | Hostel in Sydney CBD - Night 2 | Accommodation | — | — | — | — | 85.00 |
| 5 | Feb 13, 2025 | Hostel in Sydney CBD - Night 3 | Accommodation | — | — | — | — | 85.00 |
| 6 | Feb 14, 2025 | Hostel in Sydney CBD - Night 4 | Accommodation | — | — | — | — | 85.00 |
| 7 | Feb 11, 2025 | Breakfast and lunch - Day 1 | Food & Dining | — | — | — | — | 25.00 |
| 8 | Feb 11, 2025 | Dinner at Darling Harbour | Food & Dining | — | — | — | — | 35.00 |
| 9 | Feb 12, 2025 | Meals - Day 2 | Food & Dining | — | — | — | — | 45.00 |
| 10 | Feb 13, 2025 | Meals - Day 3 | Food & Dining | — | — | — | — | 40.00 |
| 11 | Feb 14, 2025 | Meals - Day 4 | Food & Dining | — | — | — | — | 30.00 |
| 12 | Feb 11, 2025 | Opal card top-up Day 1 | Transport | — | — | — | — | 16.00 |
| 13 | Feb 12, 2025 | Opal card top-up Day 2 | Transport | — | — | — | — | 16.00 |
| 14 | Feb 13, 2025 | Opal card top-up Day 3 | Transport | — | — | — | — | 16.00 |
| 15 | Feb 14, 2025 | Opal card top-up Day 4 | Transport | — | — | — | — | 16.00 |
| 16 | Feb 12, 2025 | Sydney Opera House guided tour | Activities | — | — | — | — | 43.00 |
| 17 | Feb 13, 2025 | Taronga Zoo ferry + entry | Activities | — | — | — | — | 30.00 |
| 18 | Feb 11, 2025 | Optus prepaid SIM card | Connectivity | — | — | — | — | 30.00 |
| 19 | Feb 10, 2025 | Travel insurance (4 days) | Insurance | — | — | — | — | 62.00 |
| 20 | Feb 14, 2025 | Souvenirs and shopping | Miscellaneous | — | — | — | — | 50.00 |
| Total | 1,264.00 |
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All visitors except New Zealand citizens need a visa or travel authority before arrival. Most travelers can apply for an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA, subclass 601) via the official ETA app, which costs AUD 20 and allows multiple entries of up to 3 months each over one year.
The currency is the Australian Dollar (AUD). Credit cards are widely accepted, and ATMs are plentiful in cities, but facilities may be limited in remote outback towns. Carry some cash and multiple payment methods for regional travel.
Cities have extensive public transport networks including trains, buses, ferries, and trams. Sydney uses the Opal card (tap-on, tap-off), and Melbourne uses the Myki card. Distances between cities are vast, so domestic flights are often the most practical option for intercity travel.
Australia has some of the highest UV radiation levels in the world. Always wear SPF 50+ sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses, even on overcast days. The Australian 'Slip, Slop, Slap' campaign is taken seriously by locals.
Pick up a prepaid SIM from Optus, Telstra, or Vodafone at the airport or convenience stores. Telstra has the widest coverage in rural and outback areas. Tourist SIM plans with data start from around AUD 30 for 28 days.
Tipping is not expected or obligatory in Australia, as service staff receive a living wage. However, rounding up or leaving 10% at a restaurant for exceptional service is appreciated but never required.
Be aware of dangerous wildlife including snakes, spiders, jellyfish, and crocodiles in northern regions. Swim only at patrolled beaches between the red and yellow flags, and check for crocodile warning signs near waterways in Queensland and the Northern Territory.
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📍 Sydney
Start at the Sydney Opera House for a guided tour of its sail-shaped architecture, then walk across the Sydney Harbour Bridge for sweeping views of the harbor. Explore The Rocks historic district with its cobblestone laneways and weekend markets. Enjoy fish and chips at a waterfront restaurant in Circular Quay.
📍 Sydney
Take the coastal walk from Bondi Beach to Coogee Beach, a six-kilometer clifftop trail with ocean views, rock pools, and the Tamarama and Bronte beach stops along the way. Visit the Royal Botanic Garden in the afternoon and catch sunset from Mrs Macquarie's Chair. Dine in Darling Harbour with views of the city skyline.
📍 Blue Mountains
Day trip to the Blue Mountains to see the Three Sisters rock formation at Echo Point lookout in Katoomba. Ride the Scenic Railway, the world's steepest, into the Jamison Valley rainforest and hike part of the Grand Canyon Track. Stop in Leura village for afternoon tea and scones before returning to Sydney.
📍 Melbourne
Fly to Melbourne and explore its famous laneways like Hosier Lane covered in street art and Centre Place filled with espresso bars. Visit the National Gallery of Victoria and walk through the Royal Botanic Gardens. End the day at a rooftop bar in the CBD or catch live music in Fitzroy.
📍 Great Ocean Road
Drive the Great Ocean Road from Torquay past the surf town of Bells Beach to the Twelve Apostles limestone stacks rising from the Southern Ocean. Stop at Loch Ard Gorge and the London Arch, then walk through the Great Otway National Park rainforest to see wild koalas. Return to Melbourne via Colac.
📍 Great Barrier Reef
Fly to Cairns and take a boat to the outer Great Barrier Reef for snorkeling or diving among coral gardens, sea turtles, and tropical fish. Visit Green Island or Michaelmas Cay for pristine coral viewing and white sand beaches. Return to Cairns and stroll the Esplanade Lagoon and night markets.
📍 Uluru
Fly to Ayers Rock Airport and witness the sunrise over Uluru as the sandstone monolith shifts through shades of red and orange. Walk the base trail around Uluru to see Aboriginal rock art and sacred sites at Mutitjulu Waterhole. Visit the nearby Kata Tjuta domes and hike the Valley of the Winds trail before watching sunset paint Uluru from the designated viewing area.
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Flaky pastry shell filled with minced meat and gravy, an iconic Australian grab-and-go snack.
Toasted bread spread thinly with salty, dark yeast extract, a quintessential Australian breakfast.
Mild, flaky white fish grilled or pan-fried, one of Australia's most prized native fish.
Sponge cake squares coated in chocolate icing and rolled in desiccated coconut.
Crisp meringue base topped with whipped cream and fresh fruits like passionfruit and kiwi.
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Sydney Opera House is Australia's landmark performing arts venue and one of the world's most recognized waterfront structures.
📍 Open in Google Maps →The Great Barrier Reef is the world's largest coral reef system, known for marine biodiversity, diving, and island excursions.
📍 Open in Google Maps →Uluru is a sacred sandstone monolith in central Australia, famous for desert landscapes and sunrise/sunset color changes.
📍 Open in Google Maps →The Great Ocean Road is a scenic coastal drive in Victoria featuring cliffs, surf beaches, and rock formations like the Twelve Apostles.
📍 Open in Google Maps →The Blue Mountains near Sydney offer forested valleys, escarpment lookouts, and extensive hiking routes.
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A glimpse into our favourite moments from Australia.
Prakash standing beneath a flower-adorned archway tunnel in what appears to be a public garden or park in Australia. The curved metal arbor structure creates a striking geometric pattern overhead, decorated with vibrant pink bougainvillea and climbing greenery that provides natural shade along the pedestrian pathway. These decorative garden tunnels are popular features in Australian botanical gardens and urban parks, offering visitors a cool respite from the sun while creating photogenic walkways through landscaped spaces.
