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Hand-picked tours across Queensland

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Whale Watching and Wildlife Cruise Townsville and Magnetic Island
5.0 (11)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Whale Watching and Wildlife Cruise Townsville and Magnetic Island

Board a 4-hour marine cruise departing Townsville seeking humpback whales during their migration season. Navigate the waters off Cape Cleveland and Magnetic Island with a crew versed in ocean ecology, scanning for breaching whales, sea turtles and seabirds. Complimentary refreshments, tea and morning or afternoon snacks included depending on departure time. Suitable for all fitness levels and wheelchair accessible.

4 hoursfrom AUD $175
Magnetic Island Jet Ski Tour
5.0 (11)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Magnetic Island Jet Ski Tour

Throttle across Magnetic Island's turquoise waters on a two-hour jet ski adventure. You'll carve past granite outcrops and coral-fringed shallows whilst scanning for turtles, dolphins, dugongs and seasonal whale migrations. The island's palm-lined beaches and raw granite landmarks form a dramatic backdrop as you navigate at your own pace. All safety kit—life jacket, goggles, water—is supplied, and you can take a mate along on the same ski.

2 hoursfrom AUD $400
Glass House Mountains Tour with Lunch, Lookouts, and Nature Walks
5.0 (11)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Glass House Mountains Tour with Lunch, Lookouts, and Nature Walks

Spend nearly eight hours exploring Queensland's dramatic volcanic peaks with an award-winning local guide. This shared tour winds through the Glass House Mountains landscape, taking you to elevated vantage points both near and distant, then into the national park itself for close-up views of the tallest formations. A guided walk through ancient forest near Maleny reveals towering trees and native wildlife. Lunch and a drink at a mountain-view café round out the day, with door-to-door transport included.

7h 45mfrom AUD $279
Reef Rainforest Fusion - 45 Minute Reef and Rainforest Flight
5.0 (11)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Reef Rainforest Fusion - 45 Minute Reef and Rainforest Flight

Fly over Queensland's dual natural wonders in a single 70-minute loop. You'll bank past coral gardens around Green Island and Vlasoff Sand Cay, then climb toward the Great Dividing Range before dropping into Kuranda's rainforest pocket. The route cuts through Barron Gorge, where the falls thunder below, before gliding back to Cairns with sweeping views across the region. Complimentary refreshments included.

1h 10mfrom AUD $659
Raby Bay Wildlife Kayak Tour
5.0 (10)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Raby Bay Wildlife Kayak Tour

Paddle through Raby Bay's sheltered waters just 30 minutes from Brisbane, spotting dugongs, turtles and dolphins along the way. This 90-minute guided kayak outing suits complete beginners through experienced paddlers, with knowledgeable guides explaining the bay's marine life and history as you go. Choose between group sessions or private bookings for a more intimate exploration of Queensland's coastal ecosystem.

1h 30mfrom AUD $79
Hervey Bay: Premium Small Group Whale Watching Safari - Half Day
5.0 (10)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Hervey Bay: Premium Small Group Whale Watching Safari - Half Day

Chase humpbacks across the Great Sandy Straits aboard Wipeout, Hervey Bay's speediest catamaran. This half-day safari prioritises small groups to beat the crowds onto the water, where you'll track migrating whales with experienced skippers. Morning departures offer the chance to enter the water alongside these giants—a privilege governed by strict wildlife protocols and seasonal conditions. Four-and-a-half hours of raw marine encounters, Queensland.

4h 30mfrom AUD $199
6 Hours Brisbane Private Tour – Popular Sights in One Day
5.0 (10)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

6 Hours Brisbane Private Tour – Popular Sights in One Day

Explore Brisbane's signature landmarks with your own private driver and guide over six to seven hours. Starting from your hotel, airport, or cruise terminal, you'll visit the city's most recognisable spots at a pace that suits your group. This is a straightforward city introduction—skip the rushing, take in what matters, and let someone else handle the navigation. Flexible pickup times and a relaxed itinerary make it practical for newly arrived travellers keen to get oriented without the tour-group shuffle.

6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $1650
Trevena Glen 2hr Animal Tour
5.0 (10)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Trevena Glen 2hr Animal Tour

Spend two hours at Trevena Glen getting up close with a working farm's resident animals. You'll handle and interact with donkeys, alpacas, goats, rabbits, guinea pigs, chickens, turkeys, sheep, horses, pigs and more under guidance from an experienced handler. Small groups mean plenty of time with each creature. Based in Queensland, this hands-on experience suits all ages and fitness levels, with kids under two admitted free.

2 hoursfrom AUD $110
Brisbane City - Private Helicopter Sunset Flight - 25min
5.0 (10)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Brisbane City - Private Helicopter Sunset Flight - 25min

Celebrate a milestone or special moment with a private helicopter flight over Brisbane at sunset. This 25-minute airborne experience takes you from Mt Gravatt across the city skyline, circling the CBD and western suburbs before reaching Mt Cootha's famous lookout. The entire outing runs 45 minutes, combining aerial views with ground time. Bose headsets deliver crystal-clear commentary throughout, whilst complimentary parking and lounge access options make the logistics seamless.

45 minfrom AUD $289
Private Surf Lesson Surfers Paradise, Main Beach, Gold Coast
5.0 (10)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Private Surf Lesson Surfers Paradise, Main Beach, Gold Coast

A 90-minute one-on-one surf session at Surfers Paradise that scales to your level, whether you're stepping on a board for the first time or refining your technique. Your instructor stays in the water with you throughout, offering real-time feedback and tailored drills to build confidence and speed up progress. You'll get a wetsuit, board and sunscreen included.

1h 30mfrom AUD $230
Sunset Jet Ski Tour on the Brisbane River
5.0 (10)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Sunset Jet Ski Tour on the Brisbane River

Pilot your own jet ski down the Brisbane River at golden hour, hitting the water from the CBD and cruising past Story Bridge, Kangaroo Point Cliffs, and South Bank Parklands. This 90-minute tour lets you take the helm of a 2025 SeaDoo while the city lights flicker on around you. The outfit's been running sunset runs for over a decade, and their guides know every bend and landmark along the waterway. Groups cap at ten riders, so it stays intimate.

1h 30mfrom AUD $320
Trevena Glen Half Day Animal Tour
5.0 (10)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Trevena Glen Half Day Animal Tour

Spend three hours at Trevena Glen getting up close with farm animals across a working property in Queensland. You'll handle and interact with donkeys, alpacas, goats, sheep, horses and other residents, guided by someone who knows each animal's personality. Morning tea included. Small groups mean plenty of time with the creatures and the guide.

3 hoursfrom AUD $180
Private Transfers Cairns Airport to Port Douglas
5.0 (10)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Private Transfers Cairns Airport to Port Douglas

Door-to-door transport from Cairns Airport to Port Douglas takes roughly an hour. Choose from saloon cars, spacious people-movers, or larger coaches depending on your group size. The outfit has been running transfers since the early '90s and handles the logistics so you can relax after landing. Baby seats included at no extra cost—just mention them when booking.

1 hourfrom AUD $307
Private Transfer from Gold Coast Airport - Surfers Paradise
5.0 (10)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Private Transfer from Gold Coast Airport - Surfers Paradise

Door-to-door private car service from Gold Coast Airport to Surfers Paradise, taking 60–90 minutes depending on traffic. Your driver collects you directly from arrivals, eliminating the queue for shared shuttles. The vehicle is air-conditioned and seats up to three passengers comfortably, with onboard WiFi to sort your plans en route.

1 hour – 1h 30mfrom AUD $75
Wunyami Cultural Tour on Green Island's Eco Adventure
5.0 (9)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Wunyami Cultural Tour on Green Island's Eco Adventure

Spend a full day on Green Island learning directly from Wunyami indigenous guides who share saltwater stories and reef knowledge rooted in ancestral connection to the land. The 45-minute ferry from Cairns gets you there by mid-morning, leaving seven hours to explore at your own pace. Snorkel the reef or cruise by glass-bottom boat, absorbing both the marine environment and the cultural narratives woven through it. Your visit supports indigenous employment and cultural preservation on the island.

7 hoursfrom AUD $197
Gold Coast Hot Air Ballooning, Bubbles & Go
5.0 (9)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Gold Coast Hot Air Ballooning, Bubbles & Go

Rise above the Gold Coast Hinterland at dawn with Hot Air Balloon Gold Coast, Australia's longest-running operator. This 3–4 hour express captures rolling hills, countryside and wildlife from the basket, followed by a sparkling wine toast and premium digital photos. Hotel pickup and drop-off included. A stripped-back flight experience that trades length for impact.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $329
Transfer from Whitsunday Coast Airport One way
5.0 (9)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Transfer from Whitsunday Coast Airport One way

Ground transport from Whitsunday Coast Airport to your accommodation on Queensland's coast. This straightforward shuttle service operates 13 and 20-seat vehicles, depositing you directly at your resort or guesthouse within 45 minutes to 1.5 hours. Luggage travels in dedicated trailers, freeing up cabin space. Air-conditioned throughout, the service accommodates families with infants, service animals, and travellers of all mobility levels.

45 min – 1h 30mfrom AUD $28
Private Escape Room Pursuit of the Elixir of Life
5.0 (9)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Private Escape Room Pursuit of the Elixir of Life

Hunt for the legendary Elixir of Life in this 60-minute escape room set in Queensland. You'll decode alchemical secrets supposedly uncovered by Nicolas Flamel whilst translating an obscure Egyptian manuscript. Work through puzzles rooted in real historical legend—solving riddles about immortality and eternal youth—to locate the fabled potion before time runs out. A cerebral challenge for anyone keen on mysteries, history, and lateral thinking.

1 hourfrom AUD $49
Tandem Paragliding Cairns
5.0 (9)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Tandem Paragliding Cairns

Launch from a beach north of Cairns and climb to 1,000 feet tethered to an experienced paragliding pilot. You'll drift above the turquoise waters and rainforest ridges between Cairns and Port Douglas for 15–20 minutes, taking in unobstructed views of the coastline and reef. The flight combines genuine quietness with genuine speed—a rare pairing.

20 minfrom AUD $295
Townsville City Tour
5.0 (9)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Townsville City Tour

Spend three hours exploring Townsville's highlights in an air-conditioned vehicle with a local guide. This compact city tour covers key neighbourhoods, landmarks, and viewpoints at a relaxed pace. You'll get a genuine feel for how Townsville ticks—from the waterfront precinct to quieter residential pockets—without the tourist-trap rush. It's an efficient way to orient yourself or revisit favourite spots if you know the city already.

3 hoursfrom AUD $75
Port Douglas to/from Cairns RETURN TRIP Private Transfer 6 pax
5.0 (9)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Port Douglas to/from Cairns RETURN TRIP Private Transfer 6 pax

A private, air-conditioned transfer connecting Port Douglas and Cairns in under two hours. Your driver meets you on arrival, handles luggage, and drives you directly to your accommodation along Queensland's scenic coastal route. En route, tap into their local expertise—ask about hidden spots, restaurants worth visiting, or anything else you're curious about in the region.

1h 30mfrom AUD $580
Bike & eBike Hire
5.0 (9)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Bike & eBike Hire

Pedal around Port Douglas at your own pace, with hire options from 4 hours to a week. Explore Four Mile Beach, duck into beachside cafes and pubs, or spread a picnic on the sand without worrying about parking. The included treasure hunt guides you to Port Douglas's quieter corners—perfect for families wanting to cover ground under their own steam in a safe, traffic-free way.

4 hours – 7 daysfrom AUD $42
Private Transfer - Cairns Airport to/from Cairns CBD
5.0 (9)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Private Transfer - Cairns Airport to/from Cairns CBD

Dodge the airport queue and arrive in Cairns CBD refreshed. This private transfer whisks groups of up to six from the airport in a cool, comfortable car—your driver handles luggage and navigates traffic while you decompress. Takes around 15 minutes. Return trips and onward sightseeing transfers available too.

15 minfrom AUD $135
Port Douglas Sunset Photography Walking Tour
5.0 (9)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Port Douglas Sunset Photography Walking Tour

Walk through Port Douglas over three hours as light shifts golden across the town, learning to frame shots with your phone or camera. A local guide teaches you composition and camera basics while revealing the stories behind landmarks and streets—colonial architecture, waterfront scenes, tropical gardens—timing your stops for the best evening glow. You'll leave with stronger images and genuine knowledge of what makes this corner of Queensland tick.

3 hoursfrom AUD $94
Stand Up Paddle Board Rental in Sunshine Coast
5.0 (8)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Stand Up Paddle Board Rental in Sunshine Coast

Rent a paddleboard and explore the Pumicestone Passage near Caloundra, a sheltered waterway where you can reach the world's fourth-largest sand island in minutes. This self-guided hour on the water lets you paddle through clear shallows teeming with marine life, discover secluded beaches, and escape the busier stretches of the Sunshine Coast. Bring your family or go solo—the calm waters work for first-timers and experienced paddlers alike.

1 hourfrom AUD $27
Secrets of Noosa Tour with Oceanview Lunch, Nature & Noosa River Ferry
5.0 (8)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Secrets of Noosa Tour with Oceanview Lunch, Nature & Noosa River Ferry

A seven-hour guided exploration of Noosa's quieter corners, led by an award-winning local guide. You'll travel by premium coach through historic Tewantin, browse the regional gallery and organic marketplace, cross the heritage footbridge, then ferry down the Noosa River to the Heads. Lunch with ocean views at Sunshine Beach is included, along with drinks throughout. The route loops between Noosa, Coolum and Twin Waters, revealing the art galleries, craft breweries, chocolate makers and antique shops tucked away in Noosaville.

7 hoursfrom AUD $279
Tropical Trike Tours Port Douglas - Private Tour
5.0 (8)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Tropical Trike Tours Port Douglas - Private Tour

Explore Port Douglas and surrounding landscapes from the saddle of a three-wheeled trike on a guided 90-minute to two-hour ride. Your driver navigates coastal roads, valley routes, and pullouts at Flagstaff Hill and Mossman Gorge whilst sharing local knowledge. Rides suit couples, families, and solo travellers after something beyond standard coach tours. Routes are flexible, and hotel pickups can be arranged.

1h 30m – 1h 40mfrom AUD $265
Tomb of the Pharaohs and Cairns Aquarium Combo
5.0 (8)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Tomb of the Pharaohs and Cairns Aquarium Combo

Spend two to three hours exploring two contrasting worlds in central Cairns. Walk through eleven full-scale Egyptian tomb reconstructions featuring hieroglyphics and artefact replicas, then shift gears at the Cairns Aquarium to encounter over 16,000 tropical marine species from the Great Barrier Reef and nearby waters. Both venues sit within easy reach of each other, making this a straightforward back-to-back pairing for those keen on ancient history or reef ecosystems—or both.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $107
Gold Coast Private Skippered Limo on the Water Canal Cruise
5.0 (8)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Gold Coast Private Skippered Limo on the Water Canal Cruise

Cruise the Gold Coast waterways aboard an electric-powered luxury vessel that runs whisper-quiet and butter-smooth. Choose your own pace with a private skippered tour lasting 1–5 hours, gliding past canal-side mansions, the glittering skyline, and local wildlife. The custom-built boat suits first-time boaters and seasoned hands alike, accommodating up to 12 passengers. Lean back while your skipper navigates the network of waterways that define this corner of Queensland.

1 hour – 5 hoursfrom AUD $330
Private Gold Coast Airport Arrival Transfer to Byron Bay
5.0 (8)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Private Gold Coast Airport Arrival Transfer to Byron Bay

Skip the airport queue stress with a dedicated driver waiting at Gold Coast's domestic or international terminal, holding your name on a sign. This one-way private transfer whisks you straight to your Byron Bay base in an air-conditioned vehicle, handling tolls and parking so you can decompress after your flight. Ideal for those who'd rather not navigate unfamiliar roads or wait for shuttle schedules.

from AUD $240
Half-Day Daintree Rainforest Tour
5.0 (8)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Half-Day Daintree Rainforest Tour

Spend five hours in North Queensland's Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation, where two World Heritage zones converge. This half-day tour takes you through ancient tropical forest, along pristine beaches, and down Cooper Creek on a crocodile-spotting cruise. You'll travel by air-conditioned vehicle with park fees and ferry included, seeing the landscape where the rainforest meets the reef.

5 hoursfrom AUD $895
Cassowary Coast Goondoi Culture Tour
5.0 (8)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Cassowary Coast Goondoi Culture Tour

Spend eight hours in Queensland's wet tropics rainforest with Goondoi Culture Tours, learning directly from knowledgeable guides about Aboriginal history, land management, and living culture. This Ecotourism Australia–certified operation partners with the local community to support conservation of the rainforest and reef while you explore the landscape through an Indigenous lens. You'll move at a measured pace through the forest, stopping to eat fresh local cake and tropical fruit as part of the day's rhythm.

8 hoursfrom AUD $255
Foiling Basics Instruction, from 0 to Hero
5.0 (8)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Foiling Basics Instruction, from 0 to Hero

Learn hydrofoiling from scratch in Queensland with an instructor who's logged more hours on a board than anyone else in Australia. This 90-minute session covers the fundamentals you'll need whether you progress to wing or kite foiling. You'll ride an electric hydrofoil and pick up techniques that usually take weeks to master elsewhere. The coaching draws on three decades of sports instruction, with a track record of turning beginners into confident riders.

1h 30mfrom AUD $300
Reef and Rainforest 60 minute Scenic Flight
5.0 (8)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Reef and Rainforest 60 minute Scenic Flight

A 60-minute helicopter tour across Queensland's Far North, combining reef, rainforest and tableland landscapes in one flight. You'll bank over the Great Barrier Reef's sand cays and coral systems, sweep across dense tropical forest punctuated by waterfalls, and take in sweeping city vistas and island formations. The route stitches together what shorter flights cover separately, delivering comprehensive aerial perspectives without doubling back.

1 hourfrom AUD $879
Stand Up Paddle Private Tour
5.0 (8)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Stand Up Paddle Private Tour

Paddle the Noosa River on your board with a local guide who tailors the session to your ability. Over 90 minutes, you'll learn strokes and board control, explore the quiet waterways of Noosaville at your rhythm, and discover hidden corners known to locals. All gear supplied. Works for beginners through to those refining technique.

1h 30mfrom AUD $255
Glass House Mountains, Maleny and Montville Tour from Brisbane
5.0 (7)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Glass House Mountains, Maleny and Montville Tour from Brisbane

An eight to nine-hour small-group outing through Queensland's Blackall Ranges, starting with sweeping vistas across the Glass House Mountains towards Moreton Island and Brisbane. Visit Mary Cairncross Discovery Centre's elevated platform for panoramic views, then explore the hilltop towns of Maleny and Montville—bohemian villages packed with local artists, galleries, independent cafés and boutique shops. The drive itself rewards with mountain-to-coast scenery. Limited to ten passengers, air-conditioned throughout, with an experienced guide driving.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $184
PRIVATE TRANSFER Port Douglas & Cairns Airport Minibus (6am-5pm)
5.0 (7)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

PRIVATE TRANSFER Port Douglas & Cairns Airport Minibus (6am-5pm)

Reliable door-to-door minibus service connecting Cairns Airport and Port Douglas hotels in roughly an hour. Run by a family outfit across Queensland, this private transfer includes meet-and-greet at arrivals, water and seasonal fruit onboard, and operates between 6am and 5pm daily. Straightforward point-to-point option if you'd rather skip the shuttle queue and head straight to your accommodation without faffing about.

1 hourfrom AUD $229
Ancient Egypt Sunset Tour
5.0 (7)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Ancient Egypt Sunset Tour

Walk through recreated Egyptian burial chambers in Cairns as the sun sets, guided by someone who knows the funerary customs and daily rituals of the ancient world. This 90-minute tour takes you through 11 tombs, revealing how pharaohs and queens prepared for the afterlife across three millennia. An optional three-course Egyptian dinner at the onsite restaurant extends the experience into the evening.

1h 30mfrom AUD $89
Private Transfer from Sunshine Coast Airport to Noosa up to 5 pax
5.0 (7)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Private Transfer from Sunshine Coast Airport to Noosa up to 5 pax

Door-to-door private minivan service from Sunshine Coast Airport to your Noosa accommodation, taking about 30 minutes. Your driver meets you at the terminal, handles luggage, and whisks you away in a spacious vehicle perfect for groups up to five travellers. Child seats and booster seats available on request. All fees included.

30 minfrom AUD $195
Private Transfer from Noosa to Sunshine Coast Airport 7 seater
5.0 (7)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Private Transfer from Noosa to Sunshine Coast Airport 7 seater

Direct minivan service whisking groups of up to seven from Noosa accommodation straight to Sunshine Coast Airport in around half an hour. The seven-seater handles luggage for the whole crew—up to thirteen checked bags plus carry-ons, with a trailer if needed. Book child seats or boosters ahead for little ones. Track your driver's location via phone from pickup until arrival.

30 minfrom AUD $255
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