Top Noosa & Sunshine Coast Day Trips

Go kayaking with dolphins and 4-wheeling on the beach during a half-day tour on the Sunshine Coast, just north of Brisbane. Visit a National Park location that is only accessible by 4WD vehicle, and kayak around Double Island Point looking for dolphins, migrating whales, turtles, rays and more. Includes kayak equipment and instruction, light refreshments, and transportation by 4WD and ferry.

Escape the mainland—and discover Fraser Island’s UNESCO-listed scenery—on this seamless day trip. Depart in the morning directly from your Noosa or Rainbow Beach accommodation, and travel in the comfort of a custom-built 4x4 vehicle. You’ll discover the highlights of Fraser Island—the world’s largest sand island. Stop for breakfast on Seventy-Five Mile Beach, swim in Lake McKenzie, discover the Central Station Rainforest, and much more.

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.

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 !!

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.

Mooloolaba is one of many resort towns along the Sunshine Coast – the kind of place where the beaches and bars get packed during the summer. Take a break with this lunchtime cruise along the Mooloolaba coast. Dine on fresh seafood (including locally-caught prawns) and enjoy views of the town’s golden beaches from inside a cosy cruise ship on the Coral Sea.

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.

Visit Noosa’s beautiful National Marine Park the exciting way on this high-speed 500 HP jet boat ride. Keep an eye out for turtles, dolphins, and seabirds as you zoom along the coastline and past some of Noosa’s most beautiful natural landmarks. Surf the ocean swell and enjoy some thrilling twists and turns in your powerful boat along the way.

Go shopping at Eumundi market, considered one of Australia’s premier markets for artisan crafts. Round-trip transfers from your accommodation in Mooloolaba, Maroochydore, Coolum, or Noosa make it easy to visit this market for three hours on a Wednesday or Saturday morning during your vacation on the Sunshine Coast.

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.

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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.

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.

This tour takes you to small towns in the Noosa Hinterland to meet the makers and sample a range of drinks. We start in the town of Cooroy, home to 2020 Distillery. Here you receive a drink on arrival, tour of the distillery and a guided tasting with a flight of gin. Next is the small town of Pomona where we visit the beautiful Pomona Distillery. This rustic venue is a perfect place to enjoy a delicious lunch with a choice of gin, wine or beer included. Our next stop is to one of the smallest breweries in the region, Noosa Hinterland Brewing Co where you can choose a drink from their range of beer or cider. This charming venue is located in the small town of Cooran and provides a relaxing stop on our way through the Noosa Hinterland. We then continue our scenic drive north to Dingo Creek Vineyard in Traveston for a wine tasting with a local cheese platter and souvenir glass included. Then, it’s a leisurely drive back into Noosa after a day of sampling the best of the local region.

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.

Gin lovers get ready for the ultimate Sunshine Coast Distillery Experience. Switch out your morning tea for a gin tasting at your choice of two of the finest distilleries on the coast - Beachtree, Sunshine & Sons or Steampunk. You and your group will be welcomed in for a talk and tasting of their finest gins. Then on to a locally sourced lunch at either Copperhead Brewery or Pier 11 at Noosaville Marina. After lunch it's even more delectable gin tasting at your choice of two distilleries. Hard to choose between 2020 Distillery, Seabourn or Fortune distilleries as they each offer their own distinct styles. They use traditional methods and high-quality botanicals and ingredients to create innovative premium gins and whisky.

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.

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.

Our West of Noosa Tour is enjoyed by people of all ages with a real treat to the senses. Explore Eumundi, including the markets on Wednesday and Saturday, indulge in the local produce with a delicious farm to plate gourmet lunch with drink, absorb the picturesque views and waterfalls, and enjoy the fun of the Ginger Factory with a train ride and ginger scone. This tour will show you the best of where the Mary Valley meets the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Gather your friends and family for this fun day out where you will experience the fun, quirky and delicious at Eumundi, Kenilworth, Mapleton and the Ginger Factory, including the famous Eumundi Markets on Wednesdays and Saturdays, picturesque views from atop a waterfall, a nature walk buzzing with life, a delicious farm to plate lunch in a 100+ year old public house, a ride on the ginger train at the Ginger Factory, and a ginger scone with a drink. This is an all-inclusive tour.

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.

This luxury private tour takes you to the Noosa Hinterland where many of Noosa’s finest drinks are created and consumed at distilleries, breweries, a meadery, and winery. The best way to experience it is on our all-inclusive tour. Treat yourself and your group to an all-inclusive day out to the best of Noosa Hinterland’s drink destinations. This all-inclusive luxury private tour includes a gin tasting, craft beer tasting, mead tasting*, premium wine tasting with cheese, sightseeing and incredible scenic drives through the hinterland and Noosa’s hidden country villages. To further compliment this tour, we provide you with an expert 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. Meadery is not open on Sundays, replaced with a drink at iconic Noosaville brewery. Winery is not open on Thursdays, replaced with a drink at iconic Noosaville brewery.

Discover the flavors of the Sunshine Coast with this full-day private tasting tour. Combining sightseeing with visiting local producers including wineries and artisan chocolatiers, this trip gives you the chance to explore the beautiful town of Montville and sample plenty of different wines without having to worry about driving home. You’ll also learn about traditional champagne making and enjoy an amazing 2-course lunch with panoramic views to match.

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.

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.