Top 10 Tours of the Goldcoast in Queensland, Australia

Gold Coast's Top 10 Tours

1 Whale Watching Half Day Cruise

Don’t just Whale Watch – BE THERE! See the magnificent Humpback Whales breach, hear their great tail slap the water. Feel the waves rock the boat and marvel at their playfulness!

Join us for an unforgettable cruise past homes of the rich & famous to the clear blue waters of the majestic 'HUMPBACK WHALE HIGHWAY'.

- Includes River/Canal cruise past magnificent architecture of Surfers Paradise

- Tea, coffee and biscuits included

- Guaranteed rail-side positions for those perfect photos

- Experienced crew, dedicated to providing YOU with the closest WHALE ENCOUNTERS possible

- Only whale watch cruise which departs from central Surfers Paradise (walking distance from most hotels)

- Unique commentary from our marine naturalist

- Fast cruise speed with 3 viewing decks

- Small groups, personalised service - no crowds

PLEASE NOTE: Tours operate everyday from June - October ONLY. Within season we have a 95% success rate of spotting whales.

Whale Watching on the Gold Coast

2. Passes To Gold Coast Theme Parks

With some of most advanced and sophisticated rides and attractions in the World the Gold Coast has taken Theme Parks to a new high, in some cases literally.

Individual Gold Coast Theme Park Passes

Why queue up or pay full price if you don't have to:

Gold Coast Theme Park Passes

3. Jet Boat Thrill On The Gold Coast

Jet Boat the Gold Coast

Your 55 minute thrill ride on the beautiful Gold Coast Broadwater is action packed full of incredible high speed slides and drifts, exciting 360* spins, awesome beach buzzing and nose offs.Your adventure takes you around Wavebreak Island, past the mansions of Sovereign Island and weaving through the mangrove channels of the Aldershots. Then, buzzing the beaches of South Stradbroke Island past Sea World and Palazzo Versace all the way home. Tours Depart on the hour 10am - 4pm! Free Sea World pick-up or drop-off available. This package includes a special meal voucher so you can enjoy lunch or dinner at Fisherman's Wharf Tavern.

Jet Boat the Gold Coast

4. Guided Gold Coast Jetski Tour

Heading up the inside of South Stradbroke island meandering through narrow mangrove channels towards Couran Cove and then returning via the impressive multimillion dollar mansions of Sovereign Islands. After your ride you are welcome to relax around the resort swimming pools or enjoy something from the cafe.

Jetski Gold Coast

5 (6). Be Absorbed in your Gold Coast Zorb (globe-riding, sphereing, orbing)

You have to do this as its such a great name for having a ball. Enjoy:

Single Zorbing

Couple Zorbing

Family Zorbing

6 (7). Escape to O'Reilly's & Lamington National Park

World Heritage Lamington National Park

Lamington National Park is part of the World Heritage Listed Central Eastern Rainforest Reserves. It is the largest protected area of sub tropical rainforest in Australia.

Iconic O'Reilly's Guesthouse is situated in the centre of the cool, quiet rainforest of Lamington National Park, with spectacular panoramic views to the McPherson Ranges.

The drive will take you via Tamborine Mountain through the quaint townships of Canungra and picturesque Canungra Valley before climbing through spectacular rainforest along scenic mountain roads.

After climbing to a height of 1000 metres, natures beauty await's you.

Lamington National Park

7 (8). Twilight Rainforest Gold Coast Hinterland Safari

Awesome

Looking for something different after perhaps a morning at the beach or shopping- why not join us on our Twilight Safari! We travel to Springbrook Plateau climbing over 600 metres. Lookouts, Rainforests, Waterfalls, 3000 year old Antarctic Beech Trees, Springbrook has it all.

During your visit see the rainforest in a different light and discover some of the best lookouts and waterfalls in the region. On our return to the coast the views of Surfers Paradise are simply spectacular.

Gold Coast Hinterland Twilight Safari

8 (9). Gold Coast Hinterland 4wd Tour

Hug that one - Big Tree near the Gold Coast

Discover the magnificent Gold Coast Hinterland by 4WD, a very different way to see "The Green Behind The Gold." You travel over 200kms through prime beef grazing and farming land to explore the World Heritage National Parks of the Gold Coast Hinterland including Lamington and Tamborine Mountain. Experience the natural wonders, breathtaking views, massive trees, cascading waterfalls, deep valleys, sheer mountain cliffs and the largest sub-tropical rainforest in Australia.

We often see unique Australian wildlife in their natural surroundings including Kangaroos, Wallabies and Kookaburras. Feed the Crimson Rosella's, King Parrots, Bower Birds and Scrub Turkey's by hand. View the rainforest canopy from the Tree Top Walk and stroll through the Botanical Gardens at O'Reilly's.

Gold Coast Hinterland By Four Wheel Drive

9 (10). Sail aboard a Tall Ship on the Gold Coast Broadwater

Enjoy a special little cruise onboard an authentic tall ship along the famous Gold Coast Broadwater.

Begin your tour with a fast transfer to our exclusive tropical island paradise resort on South Stradbroke Island. Whilst on board, sit back, relax, take in the stunning views and enjoy tasty morning tea.

Upon your arrival at the stunning nature reserve of McLarens Landing you can visit some tame wallabies and even feed them.

In afternoon you take a leasurely Tall Ship cruise to the marina after which all should seem well with the world.

Gold Coast Tall Ship Cruise

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