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The best tours in Gold Coast – Beaches, whales & rainforest

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Surfers Paradise: Surf Experience on the Gold Coast

Surfers Paradise: Surf Experience on the Gold Coast

⏱ 1.5 - 6 hours · 4.9 (1,302)

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

from €59 per person

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Gold Coast: SkyPoint Observation Deck Ticket

Gold Coast: SkyPoint Observation Deck Ticket

· 4.6 (955)

SkyPoint Observation Deck is open every day from 7:30am - 9:00pm, last entry 8:30pm and offers food, drinks and panoramic views of the Gold Coast.

from €23 per person

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Gold Coast: Sightseeing Cruise with Buffet Lunch
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Gold Coast: Sightseeing Cruise with Buffet Lunch

⏱ 2 hours · 4.8 (693)

Cruise the pristine Gold Coast waterways with a leisurely 2-hour buffet lunch and sightseeing cruise, departing from the heart of Surfers Paradise.

from €62 per person

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Gold Coast: Premium Whale Watching Cruise

Gold Coast: Premium Whale Watching Cruise

⏱ 2.5 hours - 1 day · 4.6 (681)

Embark on an unforgettable journey along the Gold Coast and witness the magnificent humpback whales in their natural habitat. Learn about the animals and underwater life from ma…

from €56 per person

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Gold Coast: Natural Bridge & Springbrook Waterfalls Tour

Gold Coast: Natural Bridge & Springbrook Waterfalls Tour

⏱ 5.5 hours · 4.6 (668)

Discover the World Heritage rainforest of Springbrook National Park on a guided adventure to Natural Bridge, scenic lookouts and cascading waterfalls, with light refreshments in…

from €79 per person

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Surfers Paradise: Sunset River Cruise with Skyline Views

Surfers Paradise: Sunset River Cruise with Skyline Views

⏱ 1.5 hours · 4.6 (651)

Enjoy a spectacular Surfers Paradise sunset river cruise on the canals and see the Gold Coast waterways. Pass million dollar homes, yachts, local wildlife, and enjoy a fully-lic…

from €21 per person

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Gold Coast: Evening Rainforest and Glow Worm Experience

Gold Coast: Evening Rainforest and Glow Worm Experience

⏱ 3.5 hours · 4.7 (641)

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 n…

from €79 per person

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Surfers Paradise: Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise
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Surfers Paradise: Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise

⏱ 2.5 hours · 4.6 (470)

Enjoy the views of glittering Surfers Paradise skyline by night while enjoying a gourmet dining experience prepared by top local chefs and accompanied by laid-back entertainment.

from €81 per person

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Gold Coast: 55-Minute 650-Horsepower Extreme Jet Boat Ride

Gold Coast: 55-Minute 650-Horsepower Extreme Jet Boat Ride

⏱ 55 minutes · 4.9 (436)

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…

from €56 per person

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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary: Entry Ticket to Feed Kangaroos
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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary: Entry Ticket to Feed Kangaroos

· 4.7 (415)

Explore Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary with a general admission entry ticket. Enjoy daily interactive shows and presentations, countless animal encounters, and join the popular wi…

from €44 per person

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Gold Coast: Parasailing in Surfers Paradise

Gold Coast: Parasailing in Surfers Paradise

⏱ 1.5 hours · 4.8 (404)

Experience the adrenaline of a parasail flight high above the Gold Coast.

from €60 per person

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Surfers Paradise: Morning River & Canal Cruise Past Mansions

Surfers Paradise: Morning River & Canal Cruise Past Mansions

⏱ 1.5 hours · 4.7 (371)

Enjoy delicious morning tea as you cruise the Surfers Paradise canals and the Gold Coast waterways.\nSee how the rich and famous live as you pass by million dollar mansions, yac…

from €15 per person

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Surfers Paradise: Surf Experience on the Gold Coast First visit 1.5 h ★ 4.9 (1,302) €59.07 Check price →
Gold Coast: SkyPoint Observation Deck Ticket First visit 0 h ★ 4.6 (955) €22.61 Check price →
Gold Coast: Sightseeing Cruise with Buffet Lunch First visit 2 h ★ 4.8 (693) €61.61 Check price →
Gold Coast: Premium Whale Watching Cruise First visit 2.5 h ★ 4.6 (681) €55.9 Check price →

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Theme parks, surf beaches and rainforest are spread out, and the Great Barrier Reef is not here.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Gold Coast best known for?

For surf beaches and the Surfers Paradise skyline, theme parks, whale watching, water activities and a rainforest hinterland with Springbrook, Natural Bridge and Tamborine Mountain.

Can I visit the Gold Coast without a car?

Yes along the coastal strip: the G:link tram and buses connect major centres and route 777 links Gold Coast Airport with Broadbeach South. Hinterland waterfalls and scattered theme parks are less convenient without a car or tour.

Is Brisbane Airport close to the Gold Coast?

No. Brisbane Airport is a separate journey north; Airtrain connects through to Gold Coast stations and the tram at Helensvale. Gold Coast Airport at Bilinga is the closer airport for the southern coast.

Which beaches belong to the Gold Coast?

The urban coast includes Main Beach, Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach, Burleigh Heads and the southern beaches around Currumbin, Kirra and Coolangatta. Wave Break Island is in the Broadwater, not an oceanfront resort beach.

Does the Gold Coast have mountains?

The city has a rainforest hinterland rather than alpine mountains. Springbrook and Lamington national parks and Tamborine Mountain are inland drives; they are not walkable extensions of Surfers Paradise.

What does the Gold Coast not have?

It does not have a single compact centre where beaches, theme parks and rainforest sights are all walkable. It also has no Great Barrier Reef access: reef trips belong much farther north in Queensland.

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