Experts in Australia, New Zealand & South Pacific

What to do on the Gold Coast

Springbrook Rainforest with Eco Safaris

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Great for
  • Adventure
  • Beaches & boats
  • Wildlife & nature

Travel away from the hustle and bustle of the Gold Coast deep into the rainforest on a luxury small group 4WD tour. Walk under waterfalls and swim in dazzling rock pools in Springbrook National Park, one of the hidden jewels of Queensland. Head to Canyon Lookout and take in views out to the coast at Byron Bay on a unique day tour.

From £379 per adult

Please Note: Includes transfers from Gold Coast hotels, pick up around 9am and drop off around 5.30pm. Tour includes morning tea, wine tasting, BBQ lunch and beverages, and National Park fees. Please wear comfortable walking shoes, and swimwear if you wish to swim in the summer months.

Hot Air Ballooning Gold Coast

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Great for
  • Adventure
  • Beaches & boats
  • Luxury travel

An early morning start, but one which will provide a lifetime experience! Float over the Gold Coast Hinterland on a 30 minute journey, followed by a hot breakfast and Champagne at O’Reilly’s Vineyard.

From £169 per adult

Please Note: Tour includes 30 minute Balloon flight over the Gold Coast hinterland, full hotel breakfast at O'Reillys Vineyard Canugra, champagne to toast at breakfast, vineyard and Cellar door experience, return hotel transfers from Surfers/Broadbeach/Main Beach. Departs daily apart from 25 December and 01 January.

Australia Zoo - Croc Express

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Great for
  • Adventure
  • Visiting friends & family
  • Wildlife & nature

Head out of Brisbane north to the sunshine coast, and to Australia Zoo – founded by ‘The Crocodile Hunter’, the late Steve Irwin. Explore the numerous shows and demonstrations, including crocodile feeding and snake handling.

From Gold Coast from £89 per adult

Admission Only from £38 per adult

Please Note: Tour departs daily except for 25 April and 25 December, and includes pick up at approx. 9am from selected Brisbane accommodation. Pick up from Gold Coast is approx. 7.30am. Tour includes entry to Australia Zoo and shows, plus return transfers.

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