Can I Do An East Coast Tour If I'm Over 30?

Gabby Boucher

February 19th, 2024

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Though our itineraries are geared toward backpackers (usually 18-35's), we cater to a wide range of travellers and can certainly put together the perfect experience for those over the age of 30! If you're travelling Australia's East Coast and you'd rather leave all the research, planning, and preparation to the experts, East Coast Tours is here for you! With our flexible, action-packed itineraries and our experienced, passionate staff that are available 24/7, there is no better place to book your adventure Down Under. 

Can I Do An East Coast Tour If I'm Over 30?

Yes, you can do an East Coast Tour if you're over 30! However, it's important to understand your itinerary to make sure it's the right experience for you before booking anything. We consider our itineraries perfect for those who are young at heart. Your exact age usually doesn't matter, but we do prioritise adventure, exploration, and authentic cultural experiences as opposed to a high-end luxury holiday. Those looking for more upscale holidays can check out our luxe island trips available through Sailing Whitsundays!

But if you're over age 30 and you're keen to try things like kayaking, snorkelling, surfing, skydiving, white water rafting, or driving a 4WD across a rugged sand island, you'll have a blast on our East Coast Tours. Our itineraries are flexible and can be modified to suit your preferences, but these packages are designed to help you make the most of your time in Australia! You can ask for the best trips for your travel style via our live chat!

What Accommodation Is Offered On East Coast Tours?

Many of our tours and itineraries are geared towards backpackers, so we generally include hostel dorm room accommodation. Hostels offer a social environment so travellers can make new friends and save money by sleeping in an affordable shared room. But we understand that this may not be the ideal accommodation for couples, families, or people over age 30. Not every hostel is a "party hostel", but many of them do have bars and social activities where people are mingling and having a good time. 

But our packages are flexible and there are often accommodation upgrades available! Some hostels have private rooms where you can enjoy a bit more peace and quiet, and we can also organise hotel upgrades.

Our travel agents can upgrade any part of your itinerary in addition to accommodation as well. We can also offer more comfortable transport options instead of travelling by Greyhound bus, such as car or campervan rentals. Or we swap out party tours for more relaxed tours, such as a catamaran instead of a party boat or a hotel-based K'gari trip rather than a camping trip. Check out our DIY itinerary planner and discuss your goals with our staff members so we can help you plan a trip accordingly!

Can I Stay In A Hostel If I'm Over 30?

In most cases, yes you can stay in a hostel if you're over 30! If you're truly young at heart and you really want to experience the fun, social vibes of a backpacker hostel, you should give it a go! Just make sure you let us know your preferences when booking so your staff can organise the best accommodation for you. Some backpacker hostels do have strict age limits, so we'll just make sure you can get into the right hostels for your destinations. 

Does East Coast Tours Offer More Upscale Tour Options?

In addition to hostel accommodation and bus transport, our tours are generally geared towards backpackers. Some of our K'gari (Fraser Island) tag-along tours and Whitsunday sailing tours have a bit of a party vibe that may not be ideal if you're looking for a more relaxed experience. Each itinerary and tour is unique, and some do have actual age restrictions. But just ask our staff and we'll advise on which excursions are best for you!

We also have destination-specific websites that have more luxury or family-friendly tour and accommodation options. Sailing Whitsundays, Fraser Tours, and Cairns Tours all offer a wealth of products that cater to people of all ages, budgets, and travel styles. Each of these websites also has a live chat where you can ask our travel experts any questions you may have!

Our East Coast Travel Experts Are Here To Help!

The most important thing to remember when browsing through East Coast Tours is that our staff members are dedicated to helping you plan your dream holiday! You can always live chat with us online or send us an email if you have questions about your experience. Our team is composed of people from all over the world who have personally travelled Australia's East Coast and completely fallen in love with the landscape and culture here. 

Whether you're over 30 and trying to curate a more upscale experience, or you just have general questions about how to plan your Australian adventure, we are happy to help. Our customer service is unmatched in the industry because we all genuinely hope that our travellers have the time of their lives. Plus, we're available 24/7!

Contact us today to start planning your perfect East Coast Australia trip!

You can also check out our list of FAQs to better understand what we offer at East Coast Tours.