Visa is definitely required to enter this tourist heaven, but not if you are a New Zealander. Travelers need a full visa. However, few passport holders from OECD and people from some East Asian countries are permitted to apply through a simple procedure adopted by Electronic Travel Authority.

Along with the presence of beautiful panoramas and exciting adventure opportunities, the government has also taken much effort to promote Australian Tourism. Many commercials are published in every corner of the world that highlights attractions of Australia. Few publicity activities are also based on the laid back attitude of the country. And few campaigns are also influenced by its bold and cheeky behavior.

This country makes sure that every year many advertisements must be released in most of the countries around the world because Australian tourism is a major contributor to its GDP.

People from many countries visit this island. However, there are few countries that primarily contribute to the growth of Australian industry. The top ten countries from where people visit this island are – New Zealand, Japan, United Kingdom, United States, China, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Germany.

Although it’s difficult to differentiate the number of people visiting Australia for business meetings and that for tourist activities, it can be appropriately said that the former is greater than the latter.

It’s been noticed that Japanese travelers make up a unique and extensive part of Australian tourism sector. These tourists visit Australia specifically to witness the magnificence of iconic places like Gold Coast, Cairns, Sydney, and Uluru. Again, almost every tourist’s schedule involves exploring the country’s wildlife especially koala.

Another major contributor to this industry is the backpacker population. This group of people are young and mostly from North America and Western European countries. These travelers spend much more time in Australia than any other tourist. Many of these backpackers visit this country on a working holiday visa that enables them to spend more time in the country. This visa is for people in the age group of 18-30 years, who like to work and spend for a year in Australia.

It can also be inappropriate to say that Australian tourism is completely driven by international tourists. Australians are very keen on traveling especially domestically. And why would someone like to travel to other countries when Australia itself is remarkably beautiful with white beaches, abundant national parks, and audacious adventures.

Searching dinner, seeking refreshment, or just out of habit, these animals are operative during nocturnal hours. And it’s really exciting to watch them in the perfectly natural habitat. However, taking a risk of wandering alone in the darkness of Currumbin Sanctuary is very hazardous to your life. Hence, it’s advisable to hire a guide. These trained and informed professionals are aware about the place where most of the animals are likely to be found. They have a torch to locate the creature scuttling in bush, playing, and foraging.

You will be amazed to spot birds and animals that you never witnessed during daytime. Some of the very shrewd, but gorgeous birds are found in Australia during night time. The diminutive sugar-gliders are also seen gliding from one tree to the other and soar in the night. Fortuitously, they aren’t affected by the rays of the torchlight, which enables us to view them clearly.

The crown of Australia, Kangaroos are commonly found in all the sanctuary all over Australia. Similarly, in Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, kangaroos are also seen wandering in the night. Don’t be afraid to go close and silently watch the creatures hopping around with their young ones. However, do not hurt them. It won’t affect them much; instead it will injure you. Also, don’t try to get close to the Tasmanian Devil. For people who don’t know what it is, it’s a hideous but amazing small creature.

However, if you are with a trained guide, it’s possible to feed both the animals. Wombats are generally found at night.

But few species are also sun in daylight. Usually you see them passing by your car. But in Currumbin, you will definitely spot a couple or a bunch of them relaxing in a corner.

Some of the biggest crocodiles on earth are found in Australia and few of them are imprisoned in Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary.

Have you ever tried cuddling a koala? No? Do it here, during the night. However, it will cost you few dollars. Almost every visitor in Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary hugs a kaola once. Also wait a while to watch Aboriginal Tribal Corroboree, a play in which historic stories are revealed through singing and dancing.