Ballooning: one of the things that you must try in Canberra is ballooning. Balloon trips are available all year around and take you over the lake at sunrise as well as over Canberra’s most loved landmarks. There is an annual Balloon Fiesta in March every which sees an impressive number of huge, colourful hot-air balloons floating in the sky. Bush walking: is one of the most popular things to do in Australia. You can observe kangaroos and many kinds of birds in their natural habitant on Black Mountain, Mount Ainslie or Mount Taylor, collectively known as the Canberra Nature Park. Ramble in the wilderness and be amazed at sights of the lakes, waterfalls and wild animals. Boating: is very popular among visitors, especially on Burley Griffin. The Canberra Yacht Club hosts lessons and holds annual races for all ages. Boomerang throwing lessons/sheep shearing: there are a few places in Canberra that offer boomerang throwing lessons and other fun activities including sheep shearing. For more information, contact your hotel or travel agent. Nightlife: in Canberra is vibrant and exciting. A university town, Canberra offers a variety of pubs, bars, clubs and discos that open 24 hours. Many nightspots are can get very crowded so if you do not want to spend hours in a long queue, try to get there early. | 
