Australians are increasingly mindful of the people with different access needs and more operators are realising the social and economic benefits of accommodating them.

• Legislation requires that new accommodation meets accessibility standards for mobility-impaired travellers, and discrimination by tourism operators is illegal.
• Many of Australia’s key attractions, including many national parks, provide access for those with limited mobility and a number of sites also address the needs of visitors with visual or aural impairments.
• Contact attractions you plan to visit in advance to confirm facilities available.
• Tour operators with vehicles catering to mobility-impaired travellers operate from most capital cities.
• Facilities for wheelchairs are improving in accommodation, but there are still many older establishments where the upgrades haven’t been implemented.