Tours & experiences

Hand-picked tours across Queensland

Our team has been pulling together the best small-group tours, day trips and multi-day adventures around Queensland for years. Mick reads the traveller reviews before any tour earns a spot on this page — if a tour's a dud, it doesn't get listed.

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Our Finest Hour An Escape Hunt Experience
★ 5.0 (1)
Australia

Our Finest Hour An Escape Hunt Experience

1 hourfrom AUD $48
Aerial Yoga Float, Stretch and Relax on the Gold Coast
★ 5.0 (1)
Australia

Aerial Yoga Float, Stretch and Relax on the Gold Coast

1 hourfrom AUD $120
1 Hour Waterbike Experience on the Gold Coast
★ 5.0 (1)
Australia

1 Hour Waterbike Experience on the Gold Coast

1 hourfrom AUD $60
Straddie Sun Sand and Surf Tour Wildlife Culture and Beach Fun
★ 5.0 (1)
Australia

Straddie Sun Sand and Surf Tour Wildlife Culture and Beach Fun

8 hoursfrom AUD $180
Sirromet Seafood Fest with Premium Tasting for Two
★ 5.0 (1)
Australia

Sirromet Seafood Fest with Premium Tasting for Two

2 hoursfrom AUD $60
Full Day Knife Making Classes at Brisbane
★ 5.0 (1)
Australia

Full Day Knife Making Classes at Brisbane

6 hoursfrom AUD $450
Sandbox Virtual Reality Experience - Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast
★ 5.0 (193)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Sandbox Virtual Reality Experience - Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast

Step into a motion-capture VR environment at Sandbox on the Gold Coast where your entire body drives the action. This 40-minute session uses full-body tracking and tactile feedback to create a level of physical presence you won't find in consumer headsets or typical arcade VR. You'll leave with a video of your performance.

40 minfrom AUD $45
eBike Noosa Sightseeing Tour - New!
★ 5.0 (60)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

eBike Noosa Sightseeing Tour - New!

Start at Mt Tinbeerwah's summit and descend three hours through Queensland's Hinterland on electric bikes, gliding past rainforest canopy, river bends, wetlands and mangrove systems around Lake Weyba and Lake Doonella. The bus ferries you uphill; gravity and pedal-assist do the rest as you roll toward Noosa township. Snacks included, no climbing required.

3 hoursfrom AUD $140
Brisbane Small Bars and Street Art Tour
★ 5.0 (43)
🍹 Nightlife
Australia

Brisbane Small Bars and Street Art Tour

A 3-hour guided roam through Brisbane's hidden bar scene paired with street art discoveries. Your local expert steers you towards three neighbourhood bars—some tucked away from the tourist trail—while pointing out murals by the city's top artists. Thursday routes venture into South Brisbane and West End via Fish Lane's gallery walls; Saturday stays central around the best small bars. Non-drinkers welcome.

3 hoursfrom AUD $73
Australia Zoo Transfer from Noosa and Sunshine Coast
★ 5.0 (40)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Australia Zoo Transfer from Noosa and Sunshine Coast

Get chauffeured from your Noosa or Sunshine Coast base to [Australia Zoo](/places/australia-zoo) with a knowledgeable driver who shares local insights en route. You'll receive a detailed map and pre-arrival briefing before spending roughly six hours exploring the zoo independently. The return journey includes drop-off at your accommodation, making this a hassle-free full day out without the stress of navigating.

8 hoursfrom AUD $149
Bribie Island 4WD Kayak and WWII Bunker Tour
★ 5.0 (31)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Bribie Island 4WD Kayak and WWII Bunker Tour

Combine 4WD beach driving, lagoon kayaking, and WWII bunker exploration on this compact Bribie Island adventure, just an hour north of Brisbane. Over four to five hours, you'll navigate coastal dunes in a 4WD, paddle through tea-tree-coloured waters, spot wild kangaroos, and walk through restored Fort Bribie. Small groups and knowledgeable local guides keep the pace personal and the stories authentic—all without the ferry hassles or full-day time commitment of mainland alternatives.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $139
UTV 4wd Cassowary Falls and Daintree Rainforest Adventure tour
★ 5.0 (66)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

UTV 4wd Cassowary Falls and Daintree Rainforest Adventure tour

Tear through Daintree's ancient rainforest on a four-wheel drive, fording creeks and crossing private bush tracks under expert guidance. This 2.5-hour adventure combines high-octane riding with a swim at Cassowary Falls, a croc-free waterhole where you can cool off and hand-feed native turtles and fish. Based on a secluded property in tropical North Queensland, it suits anyone after a genuine adrenaline hit paired with rainforest immersion—arrive ready to get soaked.

2h 30mfrom AUD $184
Jellurgal Walkabout Small Group Tour
★ 5.0 (40)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Jellurgal Walkabout Small Group Tour

Walk Burleigh Headland with an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander guide who shares Yugambeh country knowledge across two hours. The tour begins at Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre with audiovisual storytelling about Dreaming narratives, then moves into Burleigh Heads National Park to see sacred sites, traditional food sources, and coastal landmarks like Tallebudgera Creek. You'll hear how the Yugambeh people have maintained this landscape for millennia while watching for dolphins and sea eagles against Pacific views.

2 hoursfrom AUD $59
Full-day Tour at the Atherton Tablelands with Food Tasting
★ 5.0 (38)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Full-day Tour at the Atherton Tablelands with Food Tasting

A 10-hour sweep through Queensland's Atherton Tablelands, west of Cairns, connecting ten locations across a rising plateau landscape. You'll move through national parks, working farms and gardens, and waterfalls whilst sampling what the region produces—spirits from Mt Uncle, cheese and chocolate from Gallos, coffee and papaya from Skybury. The guide unpacks the ecology and history of the Wet Tropics as you travel in a comfortable minibus, with morning and afternoon tea included.

10 hoursfrom AUD $295
Lizard Island Day Tour by Air from Cairns
★ 4.9 (54)
Australia

Lizard Island Day Tour by Air from Cairns

9 hoursfrom AUD $1200
Port Douglas Sunset Photography Walking Tour
★ 4.9 (16)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Port Douglas Sunset Photography Walking Tour

Walk Port Douglas as light fades across the coast, learning to frame shots that work with your camera or phone. A three-hour guided tour that pairs photography technique with local knowledge, hitting key vantage points around town whilst a guide unpacks the area's history and cultural landmarks. You'll leave with both better images and a clearer read on what makes this corner of Far North Queensland tick.

3 hoursfrom AUD $94
Whale Watching and Wildlife Cruise Townsville and Magnetic Island
★ 4.9 (16)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Whale Watching and Wildlife Cruise Townsville and Magnetic Island

Track humpback whales during their migration along the Townsville and Magnetic Island coast on this four-hour marine cruise. Your crew—specialists in ocean wildlife—navigate Cape Cleveland's waters in search of breaching whales, sea turtles, and seabirds. The route takes in coastal scenery and pristine beaches while you sip complimentary refreshments and absorb live commentary from passionate conservationists who know these waters and creatures intimately.

4 hoursfrom AUD $175
Luxury Airport Transfer Gold Coast-Brisbane / Brisbane-Gold Coast
★ 4.9 (51)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Luxury Airport Transfer Gold Coast-Brisbane / Brisbane-Gold Coast

Dedicated private car service linking Brisbane Airport and Gold Coast, covering the 80-minute corridor with a driver who knows the route. You'll travel in a chilled, modern vehicle straight from terminal to accommodation—no shared minibus stops, no waiting for other passengers. Bottled water included, all charges upfront. Handy if you're touching down with luggage and just want to reach your destination without faffing about with taxis or ride-shares.

1 hour – 2 hoursfrom AUD $89
Tropical Trike Tours Port Douglas - Private Tour
★ 4.9 (38)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Tropical Trike Tours Port Douglas - Private Tour

Explore Port Douglas on a three-wheeled vehicle with a local guide steering you through rural valleys, coastal roads, and gorge country. This 90-minute to two-hour outing takes in elevated views, winding through farmland and bushland while your driver fills in the gaps with regional knowledge. Suits anyone after a different angle on the landscape—couples, groups, families—with routes you can adjust to your interests.

1h 30m – 1h 40mfrom AUD $265
Capricorn Caves Capricorn Adventurer
★ 4.9 (49)
Australia

Capricorn Caves Capricorn Adventurer

2 hoursfrom AUD $90
Brisbane Region: Peel Island Cruise
★ 4.9 (15)
Australia

Brisbane Region: Peel Island Cruise

5 hoursfrom AUD $129
Resin Art Classes Brisbane: Cheeseboards & Coasters
★ 4.9 (29)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Resin Art Classes Brisbane: Cheeseboards & Coasters

Learn resin pouring in Brisbane with a one-hour guided session creating functional art like cheeseboards and coasters. Work alongside experienced artists who'll teach you mixing, pouring, and detail work from scratch, regardless of your experience level. All materials—quality resin, pigments, tools—are supplied, and you'll leave with a piece that needs 24 hours to cure before collection or delivery.

1 hourfrom AUD $129
Mooloolaba Whale Watching – Small Group Tour
★ 4.8 (25)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Mooloolaba Whale Watching – Small Group Tour

A 2-hour small-group boat tour from Mooloolaba designed to watch humpback whales during their migration along the Sunshine Coast. With a maximum of 20 passengers, you'll observe breaches, tail slaps and other natural behaviours from close range. The skipper provides live commentary on whale biology and behaviour throughout the outing, combining observation with education in one compact experience.

2 hoursfrom AUD $99
Transfer from Whitsunday Coast Airport One way
★ 4.8 (10)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Transfer from Whitsunday Coast Airport One way

Ground transport from Whitsunday Coast Airport to your accommodation via dedicated van or coach, taking 45 minutes to 90 minutes depending on destination. Your driver drops you directly at your resort or B&B entrance with luggage handled separately in tow trailers, keeping the cabin spacious and cool throughout the journey. Vehicles are fully air-conditioned and cater to families with young children, including purpose-built infant seating.

45 min – 1h 30mfrom AUD $28
Parasailing on the Gold Coast, Fly solo, Tandem or Triple
★ 4.8 (19)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Parasailing on the Gold Coast, Fly solo, Tandem or Triple

Launch yourself 300 metres above the Gold Coast on a solo, tandem, or triple parasail. You'll drift over Surfers Paradise and the Broadwater for two hours of uninterrupted coastline views. Whether you're chasing a personal thrill or sharing the experience, you'll be harnessed safely and fitted with all gear on site. Perfect for anyone wanting to see the strip from an angle most tourists never reach.

2 hoursfrom AUD $95
Magnetic Island Jet Ski Tour
★ 4.7 (15)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Magnetic Island Jet Ski Tour

Throttle around Magnetic Island's coastline on a jet ski, weaving past granite outcrops and coral-fringed shallows. This two-hour stint puts you on the water where dolphins, turtles, dugongs and the occasional whale show up. You'll skim along North Queensland's best coastal scenery—white sand, palms, and the sort of marine activity you don't see from shore. All gear supplied: life jacket, goggles, safety run-through. Max two riders per ski.

2 hoursfrom AUD $400
High Ropes and Zipline Adventure - Adrenaline Pass
★ 4.5 (2)
Australia

High Ropes and Zipline Adventure - Adrenaline Pass

3 hoursfrom AUD $165
Gold Coast Learn to Dive – Open Water Certification Course
★ 4.3 (6)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Gold Coast Learn to Dive – Open Water Certification Course

Earn your Open Water Diver certification over three days on the Gold Coast, then put it straight to use with two guided dives at Cook Island Aquatic Reserve. You'll descend into one of the region's premier dive sites, encounter turtles and rays, and navigate colourful reef systems under professional supervision. All training, equipment, and those inaugural ocean dives are included—no hidden costs.

3 daysfrom AUD $595
Dinosaur Canyon Experience Fossil Tracksite and Bronze Exhibits
★ 4.2 (10)
Australia

Dinosaur Canyon Experience Fossil Tracksite and Bronze Exhibits

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $52
Experience Cairns White Water Tubing and Rafting
★ 4.0 (3)
Australia

Experience Cairns White Water Tubing and Rafting

1 dayfrom AUD $211
Gold Coast to Byron Bay scenic One Way Transfer
★ 3.0 (2)
Australia

Gold Coast to Byron Bay scenic One Way Transfer

1 min – 2 hoursfrom AUD $120
Sunshine Coast: Luggage Storage in Noosa Beach
★ 1.0 (1)
Australia

Sunshine Coast: Luggage Storage in Noosa Beach

1 dayfrom AUD $13
100% Customize Private One Day Tour in Brisbane
Australia

100% Customize Private One Day Tour in Brisbane

10 hoursfrom AUD $967
Youth Group Surf Lessons
Australia

Youth Group Surf Lessons

1h 30mfrom AUD $65
Advanced Performance Surf Coaching with Video Analysis
Australia

Advanced Performance Surf Coaching with Video Analysis

2 hoursfrom AUD $200
Port Douglas Day Tour from Cairns
Australia

Port Douglas Day Tour from Cairns

10 hoursfrom AUD $1280
Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Brisbane
Australia

Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Brisbane

1 hourfrom AUD $230
Airport Transfer: Brisbane to Brisbane Airport BNE by Luxury Car
Australia

Airport Transfer: Brisbane to Brisbane Airport BNE by Luxury Car

25 minfrom AUD $209
Private Transfer Gold Coast Airport OOL to City Centre/Brisbane
Australia

Private Transfer Gold Coast Airport OOL to City Centre/Brisbane

35 minfrom AUD $68
Private Transfer from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Port Douglas Port
Australia

Private Transfer from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Port Douglas Port

1h 10mfrom AUD $222
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