The 2024 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards are just around the corner, and this year a record number of Ecotourism Australia certified operators have been named as finalists across 17 categories.
We are proud to have almost every state represented, with at least one certified operator nominated in each state, except for the Australian Capital Territory (ACT).
Notably, in the Ecotourism category, 6 out of the 7 nominees are proudly certified by Ecotourism Australia, highlighting their commitment to providing world-class sustainable and environmentally conscious experiences.
The Australian Tourism Awards have long been the nation’s premier recognition of excellence in the tourism industry, showcasing and celebrating businesses that have made outstanding contributions to the tourism sector.
The awards gala will take place at 6pm on Friday 21 March at the Adelaide Convention Centre.
We would like to wish our certified operators the best of luck for the awards. Your commitment to tourism excellence has set the benchmark for the industry and we look forward to celebrating your success.
Finalists certified by Ecotourism Australia:
Major Tourist Attractions
- Monarto Safari Park (SA)
- Zoos Victoria – Melbourne Zoo (VIC)
Tourist Attractions
- Bundaberg Rum Visitor Experience (QLD)
Ecotourism
- Aquila Eco Retreat (TAS)
- Busselton Jetty (WA)
- Kestrel Nest EcoHut at Highfield Farm & Woodland (NSW)
- Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort (QLD)
- Larapinta Trail, World Expeditions | Australian Walking Holidays (NT)
- The Big Duck Boat Tours (SA)
Cultural Tourism
- Adelaide Zoo (SA)
- Bungle Bungle Guided Tours (WA)
- Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary (QLD)
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Tourism Experiences
- Wintjiri Wiru – Ayers Rock Resort (NT)
- Zoos Victoria – Healesville Sanctuary (VIC)
Business Event Venues
- Tamborine Mountain Glades (QLD)
- Peppers Silo Hotel (TAS)
- Pullman Bunker Bay (WA)
Major Tour & Transport Operators
- AAT Kings (NT)
- HeliSpirit (WA)
- Ocean Rafting (QLD)
- Pennicott Wilderness Journeys (TAS)
Tour & Transport Operators
- Fun Over 50 Holidays – Immersive Tours and Adventures (QLD)
- Margaret River Discovery Co (WA)
- Spirit of the Coorong (SA)
Adventure Tourism
- Aquascene Magnetic Island (QLD)
- Balloon Aloft Australia (NSW)
- Bendleby Ranges (SA)
- Larapinta Trail, World Expeditions | Australian Walking Holidays (NT)
Tourism Restaurants & Catering Services
- Nitmiluk Tours and Cicada Lodge (NT)
Tourism Wineries, Distilleries & Breweries
- Bundaberg Rum Visitor Experience (QLD)
Caravan & Holiday Parks
- BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort (QLD)
Unique Accommodation
- All Seasons Houseboats (VIC)
3-3.5 Star Accommodation
- Great Keppel Island Hideaway (QLD)
- ibis Adelaide (SA)
4-4.5 Star Deluxe Accommodation
- Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort (QLD)
- Peppers Silo Hotel (TAS)
5 Star Luxury Accommodation
- Pullman Bunker Bay (WA)
Excellence in Accessible Tourism
- Balloon Aloft Australia (NSW)
- BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort (QLD)
- Busselton Jetty (WA)