SUNSHINE COAST + NOOSA
Set by stunning beaches, an aquatic river playground, and an Australian bush national park, Noosa is a compelling magnet drawing travelers to explore, gaze, and wonder in this subtropical environment.
HIGHLIGHTS [B/G464]:
- Beerburrum State Forest
- Pass the ‘salad bowl’ region – pineapple and macadamia nut plantations
- Take a break in the Shire of Caloundra – the location of the quirky-shaped Ettamogah Pub
- Pass the historic town of Eumundi
- Travel through the luscious and scenic surroundings of rural Queensland
- Noosa River in Noosaville
- Noosa Heads – an exotic holiday destination
- Time to walk and browse the upmarket town of Noosa
- Fashionable Hastings Street – the main thoroughfare with its many restaurants, cafes & boutique shops
- Perhaps wander along the beachfront boardwalk or swim at the beach
- Continue south along the coast to Mooloolaba and Coolum
- Stunning and picturesque beaches
- Visit Underwater World – an amazing display to view life under the sea
- Perhaps join the Stingray Reef talk and feed
- Observe adorable otters and seals at play
- Stroll on the transparent tunnel walkway and discover the coral, cave, and pelagic zones
- Be entranced by your close proximity to gruesome sharks, cute turtles, Surgeon Fish, and more
» CROC EXPRESS TO AUSTRALIA ZOO
Australia Zoo is home to some of Australia’s most incredible wildlife. Now a legacy to the famous conservationist, Steve Irwin, you can get up close and personal and are guaranteed wildlife action… snake handling, beautiful birds demonstration, tortoise encounter, and of course, fearsome Salt Water Crocodiles! Dangerous in the extreme and a jaw-snapping adventure of epic proportions… Prepare yourself!
HIGHLIGHTS [B/G474]:
- Travel north to the Sunshine Coast catching glimpses of the magnificent Glasshouse Mountains
- Australia Zoo – made famous by Steve and Terri Irwin with their global documentaries
- Begin your exploration hand feeding Siam, Sabu, and Bimbo – the adorable Asian Elephants or watch them play in their home at Elephantasia
- Watch the Wildlife Warrior show in the Crocoseum where all the crocodile action happens!
- Join the Safari Shuttle for an orientation tour
- Perhaps have a bite to eat at one of several eating venues – Feeding Frenzy, Dingo Diner, Croca, or Kanga Kiosks
- There is plenty of opportunity for close encounters with numerous animals…
- Koalas, kangaroos, snakes, birds, alligators, possums, and much more!
- Perhaps take part in an official Australia Zoo animal photo session (own expense)
- Visit the Tiger Temple – home to the critically endangered Sumatran and Bengal tigers.