Top Noosa & Sunshine Coast Day Trips

For a local scenic escape, we highly recommend this tour that takes you to visit the beautiful towns of the hinterland to taste local cheese, wine, beer and enjoy a delicious lunch made from local produce. We take in some beautiful scenery as we make our way up the range to our first stop at Flame Hill Vineyard, where you will enjoy a private wine tasting with a platter of local cheese. The next stop is the Maleny Cheese Factory, where you can purchase a range of local cheeses made exclusively from local milk suppliers, along with a range of other tasty local produce. We then take in the beautiful views of the Sunshine Coast and Glass House Mountains as we drive across the range to Brouhaha Brewery & Restaurant. Enjoy a delicious lunch with a range of tastings, or a glass of wine or beer, and relax in their beautiful restaurant. Our final stop is Clouds Vineyard in the iconic Big Wine Barrel. Here, you will enjoy a flight of wine or a tasting paddle of beer to finish the tour.

See the best of Australia's Sunshine Coast without having to worry about hiring a car or researching top attractions on a small-group excursion that offers a great introduction for first-time visitors. You'll enjoy time to explore natural gems such as Mapleton Falls National Park, Gerrard's Lookout, Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve and more, and receive personalized attention in a small group limited to 10 people.

See the best of the Noosa hinterland in just one day on this private tour. Visit a wide range of locations, including the picturesque country town on Kin Kin, Amrita Park Meadery, the amazing James Mckane Lookout Park and more. Throughout the day, sample local wines, beers and mead, enjoy a delicious lunch and soak up panoramic views of this charming part of Australia.

The long sandy beaches, dramatic sand dunes, and lush rainforest trails of the Sunshine Coast provide endless opportunities for an off-road adventure. On this tour, benefit from the undivided attention of your private guide as you explore the coast in a 4WD. Visit 40-mile Beach, the Red Canyon, and the Colored Sands; spot bottlenose dolphins, sea turtles, and sting rays along the coast; and stop to swim in a saltwater lagoon.

The Noosa River system is unique as its entire upper catchment is protected in National Park. Throughout the afternoon cruise take the opportunity to observe and photograph the spectacular mirrored waterways and unique eco system. Australia’s Everglades are found in the Northern end of the Noosa River system, perched within the sand dunes of the Cooloola National Park. An untouched, pristine wilderness area awaits you…. Over 44% of Australia’s bird species reside within this spectacular region. Pure freshwater pulses out of the Cooloola Sandmass and filters through the tea tree infused ecosystem into this unique river system - creating the most spectacular reflections you will ever see. Enjoy a complimentary glass of “Beer OR Bubbles” whilst gliding down the reflective waterways of Australia’s Everglades. Watch the stunning colour changes as the sun sets slowly over this magnificent wilderness area before returning to Habitat Noosa Everglades Eco Camp.

If you’re trying to choose between taking a bus tour or a boat tour of the Sunshine Coast you don’t have to with an amphibious Aquaduck tour. The one-hour tour starts on the beach and follows canals, waterways, and local streets. Learn more about the history and culture of the Sunshine Coast from the commentary and enjoy the excitement of riding in this special vehicle.

Cruise deep into the tranquil mirrored waterways of Australias’ only Everglades. This spectacular network of wetlands showcases ancient landscapes and offers spectacular photo opportunities. Australia’s Everglades are found in the Northern end of the Noosa River system, perched within the sand dunes of the Cooloola National Park. An untouched, pristine wilderness area which is home to over 44% of Australia’s bird species. Pure fresh water pulses out of the Cooloola Sandmass and filters through the tea tree infused ecosystem into this unique river system – creating the most spectacular reflections you will ever see…. Choose to experience the Everglades in the comfort of our specially designed eco boats (OR) Cruise to our canoe launch area – grab a paddle, jump in a canoe and experience one of the best canoeing adventures in Australia (5km canoe leg to Harry’s hut – moderate fitness level required). You have the choice…….. Give us a day and we will give them memories for life!

Want to experience the thrill of catching your first wave at one of Australia’s most legendary surf spots? Sign up for a 2-hour surf class in Noosa Heads and learn to surf on the beautiful beaches of the Sunshine Coast. With all equipment provided and one-to-one attention from an expert surf instructor, you’ll be taking to the waves in no time.

See whales in their natural habitat as you embark on a whale-watching tour out to Noosa heads. Join a small group, board your vessel, and set out in search of humpback whales. These gentle giants make their way to the area in the winter months and put on a show for spectators, breaching the waters, tail slapping, and swimming with their calves.

Enjoy a whale-watching excursion off the Mooloolaba coast. Choose a convenient departure time from a variety of options and relax with convenient hotel pickup (at an additional cost). Then, search for humpbacks as they migrate along Australia’s east coast. Enjoy a picturesque cruise with humpback viewing guaranteed—your outing is free if you don’t see one—and watch for dolphins, turtles, and other magnificent marine life.

Combine the thrill of speeding across the water in a rigid inflatable boat with some sightseeing around Noosa on this adventure boat tour. Cruise down the Noosa River out onto Laguna Bay, where the boat has more room for high speed maneuvers and tight turns. Follow the coast round to Noosa National Park for views of the coast and the possible sighting of local marine life. There is only room for 12 participants on this tour.

This Hinterland Scenic Food & Wine tour includes local cheese tasting in Maleny, a fabulous 2-course lunch, wine tasting, a visit to the quaint Hinterland village of Montville followed by a touch of luxury with a platter of handmade Belgian chocolates.

Rather than spending three hours or more driving yourself along the winding backcountry roads to and from Rainbow Beach, take a shortcut and cut along the coast in a 4x4 to start off this thrilling off-road day trip. Accompanied by your driver/guide, spend the day revelling in the dramatic landscapes of the around the Great Sandy National Parks. Go surfing off Double Island Point, take a kayak out to look for local marine life, or explore the sprawling native bush around this aquatic paradise.

Starting on the coast our first stop will either be at Your Mates Brewing for a tasting paddle and a behind the scenes tour of the brewery to see how beer is made. We then make our way up to the beautiful town of Maleny to Brouhaha Brewery for a tasty two course lunch featuring local produce, and another tasting paddle of locally crafted beer. Styles here range from sours to saisons, pale ales to stouts, and a whole range of seasonal beers. We then make our way down the range, to Glass House Brewing who will greet us with a tasting paddle and a few stories.  Finally we drop you back to the Coast at your choice of either Sneaky Baron or TAPS Mooloolaba where you can continue your craft beer experience! A great way to spend the day !!

Enter the Mary Cairncross Rainforest Reserve and see the Glasshouse Mountains Enjoy free time to explore Montville Village Savor a delicious lakeside gourmet lunch Gain free entry to the Ginger Factory and Nutworks

See the scenic landscapes of the Montville-Maleny region of Sunshine Coast from the comfort of a luxury, air-conditioned vehicle. Let your local host tell you all about the views and the history of this tourist-friendly area of Noosa. See the rainforest and visit the towns’ many unique arts and crafts boutiques and gift shops. Taste local wine and locally-made chocolates, and enjoy the hospitality of both towns.

Enjoy some of the best spots in Mary Valley on this private tour. See a wide range of magnificent natural landscapes, indulge in a delicious local lunch, taste local wines at Dingo Creek Vineyard, experience a chocolate tasting at the town of Kenilworth and much more. Along the way, your local guide will provide informative commentary about this special region.

Connoisseurs of craft beer can peek behind the scenes during this half-day brewery tour in the Noosa resort area. Your driver-guide leads a small group, limited to 11 passengers, to three unique breweries on the Sunshine Coast to chat with the brewers and observe the brewing process. Sample freshly crafted local beer and dig into a provided brewpub lunch. It's a great way to spend an afternoon.

Avoid the hassle and discomfort of large tours with strangers when you take this private guided day tour of the Sunshine Coast. You can tailor the itinerary to suit your needs and preferences. Choose culinary, outdoor, beach, or wildlife-focused attractions, and more. You’ll have the services of a guide from 8.30 am until 4.30 pm, so can fit a lot into a single day.

Explore the wonders of the west on our West of Noosa Tour where we include a guided walk through the beautiful Noosa Botanic Gardens, take in the incredible panoramic views from the top of Mt Tinbeerwah, lunch in Cooroy with time to explore, a drink at a unique farm gate cafe, and Eumundi, including the Eumundi Markets on Wednesday and Saturday. This is an all-inclusive tour will show you the best of the west of Noosa. To further compliment this tour, we provide you with an experienced local guide and door to door pick-ups in a luxury vehicle with reclining seats and a USB port for each seat to charge your phones and cameras along the way. This tour requires a minimum of 3 adults to operate.

Discover Noosa’s hidden gems with this tour focused on ‘secret spots’. Take in panoramic views from Laguna Lookout, enjoy the beautiful birdlife at Lake Weyba, indulge in some local chocolate at Noosa Chocolate Factory, stroll the historic center of Noosa and much more. A delicious lunch with amazing ocean views is also included.

This luxury private tour is designed for our guests to explore the secrets of the Sunshine Coast and the hidden hotspots of its northern beaches, where you’ll discover villages, mountain and coastal walks, islands and more, with lunch overlooking the surf in Coolum and a drink with a view at our last stop. Our tour is guided by an experienced host providing commentary throughout the day. Our tour bus is a luxury vehicle with air-conditioning, sunroof, sun curtains, a fridge, and reclining seats. Each seat has a usb charging port too, for you to charge your phone and camera.

The picturesque and colourful Rainbow Beach is a must see for anyone. Our full-day tour captures the best of this beautiful place, including lunch overlooking the beach, views of K'Gari (Fraser Island) from Inskip Point, Carlo Sandblow, Cooloola National Park, Cooloola Berries, a unique brewery/farm and more. This Rainbow Beach Tour is unique as we take the inland route via the beautiful Noosa Hinterland and Cooloola National Park. We pick up direct from your accommodation between Noosa and Coolum in a luxury bus with our experience guide. Our shared tours require a minimum of 3 adults booked, for the tour to operate.