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From Brisbane or Gold Coast: Moreton Island Full-Day Trip

1. From Brisbane or Gold Coast: Moreton Island Full-Day Trip

Enjoy a day on Moreton Island on this full-day trip from Brisbane or the Gold Coast. Relax on the cruise on the way, enjoy a delicious lunch, then take part in fun outdoor activities like kayaking and sand tobogganing. Be picked up from a centrally-located meeting point in Brisbane or the Gold Coast. Sit back and relax on the air-conditioned drive to the boat's departure point. Board a spacious boat with an outdoor area and a covered seating area. Enjoy ocean views as you cruise across Moreton Bay. Discover a vibrant underwater world as you follow your guide on a snorkeling tour around shipwrecks. Have the chance to spot turtles, fish, and rays. Stop to savor a sandwich lunch on the beach before taking a guided tour in a glass-bottom kayak. View the underwater wonders of the Tangalooma Wrecks as you paddle over crystal-clear water. Explore the area on the island that is known as "The Desert." Ride in a rugged 4X4, and experience the exhilaration of sand tobogganing at speeds of over 40 miles per hour. Admire the Gheebulum Coonungai National Park that covers most of Moreton Island.

Gold Coast: Natural Bridge & Springbrook Waterfalls Tour

2. Gold Coast: Natural Bridge & Springbrook Waterfalls Tour

The Goondawanna Rainforests have so much to offer and are only a short drive from the Gold Coast beaches. This small group tour offers a truly personalized experience and door- to-door service from selected central Gold Coast locations.  Visit the stunning Natural Arch waterfall with a fully-guided walk from an expert local guide.  Learn about the unique flora and fauna of the rainforest as you make your way.  From inside the cave see the water cascading through the roof of the basalt cave formed over millions of years.  Continuing the tour, "Best of All Lookout" offers a view of northern New South Wales and Mount Warning.  The walk to this magnificent lookout takes you through one of the few remaining pockets of the ancient Antarctic Beech forest. Then head off to the nearby viewing platform to see the enchanting Purling Brook Falls.  During the journey, tour commentary on the area and wildlife is provided along with the great scenery of the Numinbah Valley. Take in the views of Twin Falls and Rainbow Falls from Canyon Lookout on the way home.  On the return journey to the Gold Coast, sightings of kangaroos and pretty-faced wallabies are common, as they emerge from their bush retreats to feed on the lush grass in the cooler part of the day.

Gold Coast: Australian Outback Spectacular Dinner & Show

3. Gold Coast: Australian Outback Spectacular Dinner & Show

Discover the stories of the Outback with this entry ticket to the Australian Outback Spectacular show. Follow the tale of 2 struggling Aussie farmers, marvel at the skills of acrobats, and enjoy a 3-course meal. Head into the venue and sit down to enjoy a gripping tale. As you watch, rejoice with the farmers as the community's courage help them overcome an unforgiving life on the land. See their story performed by talented acrobats and animal stars. As you journey through the heartland of Australia, enjoy a delicious three-course meal with drinks.

Gold Coast: Hot Air Balloon Flight with Breakfast and Wine

4. Gold Coast: Hot Air Balloon Flight with Breakfast and Wine

Take in the sunrise on a hot air balloon ride and enjoy sweeping views of the famous Gold Coast Hinterland and Scenic Rim. Start with pickup from your hotel and travel to the launch site. Witness the impressive scene of balloons being inflated - once inflated they stand taller than a ten-storey building. When the balloon is ready, step into the basket with your experienced pilot; feel the peace and serenity of floating above the countryside and admire the sight of the rolling hills and open fields, set against the stunning backdrop of the rising sun. Breathe in the fresh air and take in views of the Gold Coast Hinterland and Scenic Rim on one side then look towards the coast to see the skyline dotted with towering buildings. The pilots will slowly guide the balloon down to the landing point, where the fun continues. Pitch in and fold up the balloon itself and take some more photos. Finally, head to an exclusive boutique vineyard for a delicious hot breakfast, and a continental buffet. Toast TO the flight experience with a glass of sparkling wine, before returning to the Gold Coast.

Main Beach: Gold Coast Jet Boating Adventure

5. Main Beach: Gold Coast Jet Boating Adventure

Experience 360-degree spins, high-speed drifting, and other exciting maneuvers while exploring the waterways of the Gold Coast. With approved access to the exclusive National Marine Park, the service provides the opportunity to spot dolphins, wallabies, and other wildlife in their natural habitat. Then you’ll experience more amazing sights as you pass Sovereign Island’s spectacular, multi-million dollar mansions. Enjoy the highest levels of safety, performance, and passenger comfort aboard first-class, purpose-built jet boats. The highly trained, professional skippers have your safety as their priority and all passengers wear life jackets on the tours. Services operate from the Adventure Terminal marina, where you’ll find secure storage, undercover/comfortable waiting areas, full-length rain wear, tea and coffee facilities, in-house photography, and free parking all available.

Gold Coast: 2-Hour Standup Paddleboarding Tour & Marine Life

6. Gold Coast: 2-Hour Standup Paddleboarding Tour & Marine Life

Cruise along the calm waterways of the Gold Coast Broadwater on a 2-hour standup paddleboarding tour for all levels in the Gold Coast. Catch up on a short lesson and head out from Surfers Paradise to Macintosh Island, encountering marine and bird life along the way. Meet your friendly instructor and guide outside Bumbles Cafe and get ready for a day out on the water with changing rooms and other facilities nearby. Set out onto the water at Budds Beach and remember the techniques of standup paddleboarding on a short catch-up lesson. If you're a beginner, use this time to get to grip with the basics. Have the chance to practise your newly learnt or remembered techniques as you start your tour through the beautiful waterways and mangrove areas of the Gold Coast. If you're lucky you might see dolphins playing, turtles cruising in the sun, or even cuttlefish. Land on Macintosh Island for a short walk with the peacocks that call this sanctuary a home, before getting back onto the water to follow your guide back along the Gold Coast Broadwater.

Gold Coast: Introductory SCUBA Diving Experience

7. Gold Coast: Introductory SCUBA Diving Experience

Explore the underwater world of the Gold Coast, Australia. This dive is purely for pleasure and no experience is necessary. You will be accompanied by a certified PADI instructor throughout the whole dive.  You will be picked up from your Gold Coast accommodation and then board the boat at Marina Mirage. You’ll travel approximately 10 minutes north by boat to the Wave Break Island. Leaving the boat, you’ll head to the island and get comfortable wearing & using the SCUBA equipment in calm, shallow waters before heading off on your underwater safari.  Besides seeing beautiful and fascinating aquatic creatures first hand, you’ll experience sensations unique to scuba diving, like the feeling of floating weightless like an astronaut in space. You will be swimming amongst the many different species of fish of the Gold Coast, with the opportunity to hand feed them too.  Once back to the boat, you can take off for a relaxing snorkel or simply lounge about on the boat enjoying some light refreshments. A certificate is awarded to every diver. At the end of the activity you will be dropped back to your hotel. The duration of the tour from pickup to drop-off is approximately 4 hours.

Gold Coast: Wing Foiling Lesson with An Instructor

8. Gold Coast: Wing Foiling Lesson with An Instructor

Join us to realise the true power of foiling. From beginners lessons to advanced technical coaching: we are here to show you a world you never imagined before! Our foil lessons are tow-based and carried out by boat with two participants in rotation for 2 hours. At the end of these 2 hours, you will have experience the joy of flying over water! Our uttermost priority is maintaining your safety whilst with us. We do not take risks and will never push you beyond your limits. Instead, we provide a professional and safe learning experience. Hi-res motion footage of you getting to grips with foiling is also provided at the end for feedback and gloating rights! Here’s what is included during your introduction to foiling lesson: - Top of the range foil equipment - S U P or prone/surfboards - Intercom helmet available for protection & effortless communication - impact vests/buoyancy aids - All rescue & first aid equipment

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4.7 / 5

based on 177 reviews

From flinging ourselves down a sand dune with Dan after an exciting 4 x 4 bus ride to the desert to refuelling with a wonderful wrap and then kayaking in a clear kayak, watching them all swim under us and hand feeding them and finally ending our day with JetSki tow to snorkelling amongst the tangalooma wrecks - what a bloody good experience. All of the hosts were amazing, they supply everything you could possibly need and make one incredibly amazing day out. My British boyfriend had a whole day of firsts and even as an Aussie who grew up at the beach, I was beyond impressed.

We were picked up on time, and the guide, Jamie, was very friendly. On the tour, we were given information on Gold Coast, and the national park. Jamie is clearly knowledgeable and cares about nature. We had various animals pointed out, as well as all sorts of plants. Great way to experience nature, and see the national park.

Its worth for the money and we really enjoyed that 45 mins....The guide was funny and clearly explained all the places he could during this ride.

I wasn't expecting the meal to be as delicious (and hot) as it was with so many people to feed but was pleasantly surprised.

Very good experience, enjoyed the ride. Tour guide was excellent