Gold Coast tours, things to do and tickets

Embark on a day trip from Birsbane to Moreton Island. Enjoy a 4WD with a guide on the island, slide down sand dunes on a toboggan, paddle a transparent kayak, and snorkel around Tangalooma Shipwrecks.

Brace yourself and hold on for an exhilarating 55 minute jet boat thrill ride on the beautiful Gold Coast Broadwater. Jump aboard a powerful turbo-charged Jet boat for an adrenaline-packed ride, full of 360-degree spins, slides and shallow-water skimming.

Get excited and be amazed on this 2.5 hour Gold Coast Whale Watching tour. Witness the beauty of the Humpback Whales as they migrate past the Gold Coast from May to October. This family-owned and operated business with over 25 years whale watching experience is committed to offering you the best customer service and memories to last a lifetime. With caring and knowledgeable crew who are focused on your comfort and safety as well as guaranteed whale sightings, you can travel with peace of mind.

Enjoy this wonderful night of entertainment as you embrace the stories of the Outback while enjoying a delicious 3-course meal with drinks.

Indulge yourself in either a morning, afternoon or sunset cruise on the Gold Coast. Departing daily from Surfers Paradise and cruising the magnificent Gold Coast waterways and canals. Sit back and relax whilst taking in the spectacular sights the Gold Coast has to offer on the 1.5 hour informative cruise.

Enjoy a 2-hour surf lesson on the famous Surfers Paradise Beach. An experienced instructor will get you standing on the board on the first lesson.

Go Ballooning is a family-run business that strives to provide high-quality customer experience and create unforgettable memories. Go Ballooning is proudly partnered with the McGrath Foundation. The company's basket is six meters long, leaving passengers plenty of room to take their own photos and enjoy the view. Go Ballooning operates Australia's only basket with doors. This means passengers no longer need to climb over the basket to enter, and wheelchair users can also fly. Guests will also receive a photo and movie package at the end of their flight.

Take the plunge and tandem skydive over the Gold Coast's beautiful beaches. Your friendly guide will ensure your experience is one to remember for all of the right reasons. Take off from the International airport and take in the views of the city, canals and the ocean before landing on gorgeous Kirra beach.

With over 27 hectares of wide-open spaces featuring lush Eucalyptus trees & rainforest, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is a great day out for the young, & young at heart. You will get to see many of Australia’s iconic species displayed in their natural habitat.

We are a for purpose charity that invests all proceeds back in to caring for wildlife, assisting with running our wildlife hospital, & taking part in 15 conservation projects to ensure wildlife for future generations.

Take in a show or two, get up close to some iconic Australian wildlife, cool off at Wild Island Adventure Splash Zone, ride the miniature train, explore the Extinction Trail and visit Lost Valley.

Download the app prior to arrival to plan your day.

A must do is our wild lorikeet feeding. This occurs at 8am and 4pm daily.

Don't forget to meet Blinky Bill, and get a bird’s-eye-view of our vets in action at Currumbin Wildlife Hospital.

There is so much more to explore!

Escape the city and join us for an unforgettable wine tasting experience in the stunning Tamborine Mountain region.
Visit award winning boutique wineries and a distillery, to sample multiple hand crafted and locally made products whilst enjoying the beautiful mountain scenery.

Group sizes are limited to up to 11 passengers to ensure a more intimate and personalised experience with our fun knowledgeable guides and the passionate venue staff. It’s the perfect day out for singles, couples and groups!

Monday & Tuesday Tours
Tour is shorter on these days
Visit 3 Venues with Tastings and 2 Course Lunch
2 Wineries and Mt Tamborine Distillery

Capture incredible bird’s eye view photos and revel in the sunrise as you float above the beautiful countryside in the peace and serenity of a hot air balloon.
Our experienced pilot will fly you over the stunningly lush Gold Coast Hinterland and Scenic Rim region for an experience like never before.
After we gently touch back down, you’ll be driven a short distance to our exclusive vineyard and treated to a delicious spread of fresh pastries and fruits, sizzling bacon and eggs, plus cereals, juices, and of course, your glass of bubbles to toast the incredible morning!

Enjoy any 3 days unlimited entry to Warner Bros. Movie World, Sea World and Wet'n'Wild over 5 consecutive days from the first visit.

Learn to surf at Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast in Queensland, one of Australia's most iconic surf destinations. With its warm waters and golden beach that streches for 1.9 miles (3 km), Surfers Paradise is the place to learn to surf. You'll learn to surf in waist deep water with fully qualified surf instructors who are also surf life savers. Soft beginner surf board and rash vests or wetsuit are included.

You can’t come to the Gold Coast without experiencing the ultimate Jet Ski adventure!

No licence or experience required !! We cater for all levels, from adrenaline seekers to first timers we have something for everyone.

Blast your way along the beautiful sub-tropical shores of South Stradbroke Island.

We head North for a good 20 km weaving our way up past beautiful Islands, beaches, sandbars and through mangroves where we then stop at a beautiful tropical bar on South Stradbroke Island for refreshments before turning back to ride the 20 km home.

Every weekend we have the breakfast safari available this usually operates on a Sunday, however during peak season we also offer this option on a Saturday. (please check the specials page on our website or call the office to confirm) With this unique value added tour we throw in an extended stay on the Island and if desired you can purchase breakfast.

Each jet ski can hold 2 people!

Enjoy the beautiful Natural Bridge at Springbrook on a guided tour. Discover beautiful waterfalls and rainforests and keep a look out for native wildlife.

Con-x-ion airport shuttle is the swift, efficient, comfortable and safe way to travel to your Gold Coast Accommodation directly to the door! -No need for being dropped off at bus stops and finding your way around with luggage; Con-X-ion provides you with the most convenient mode of transportation at very competitive rates. 

Con-X-ion run services every hour to and from the airport and Gold Coast hotels from Coolangatta, Surfers Paradise to Sanctuary Cove. Just sit back, relax and be transferred in air conditioned comfort.

1 hour Aquaduck city and river tour. Departing from the heart of Surfers
Paradise, tours aboard the amphibious ‘Aquaduck’ combine an informative city-tour with a unique and exciting river-cruise. Travelling past the glitzy waterfront mansions of the rich and famous and taking in the spectacular views of the Gold Coast waterways and its famous landmarks.

FOC infants (0-1yrs) must be pre-booked on the Aquaduck due to regulations and passenger number restrictions.

Please note that we do not have storage for prams and large bags on board or at our departure point. Kindly leave them in your car or hotel room.

Take a nighttime adventure with this rainforest and glow worm tour from the Gold Coast. Witness glow worms in their natural habitat and encounter the captivating rainforest at night.

Experience the Gold Coast's number one jet boating experience. See some of the area's most stunning scenery while experiencing the thrill and excitement aboard the Coast’s most powerful purpose-built jet boat.

Enjoy any 3 days unlimited entry to Warner Bros. Movie World, Sea World and Wet'n'Wild over 5 consecutive days from the first visit.