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Hervey Bay: Dolphin Sailing with AquaMat & Boom NettingYou board a small-group boat from Hervey Bay, cruise the Great Sandy Strait looking for dolphins and dugongs with an expert guide, then swim in calm waters off Fraser Island or Pelican Bank — with boom netting and the AquaMat as optional thrills. Morning tea and all park fees are included, and you're back by early afternoon.Is it for me?Right for anyone staying in Hervey Bay who wants to see wild dolphins and swim off Fraser Island without a full-day commitment. The small group size and early departure are what keep the water calm and the dolphins visible, so plan to be up early and back by lunchtime.
Lady Enid Sailing Tour: Whitehaven Beach & SnorkelYou’ll step aboard Lady Enid for a relaxed adults-only sailing day through the Whitsundays—snorkeling island reefs, walking barefoot on Whitehaven Beach’s soft sand, climbing up to Hill Inlet lookout for wild views, and sharing good food with fellow travelers as the sun sets behind Airlie Beach.Is it for me?Built for adults who want to sail, not just ride: you get a turn at the helm, snorkel the island reefs, and eat gourmet meals with a crew of four tending to a maximum of 24 guests.
Hamilton Island: Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Full Day Bait ReefYou board a purpose-built snorkel vessel from Hamilton Island and spend 3.5+ hours at two moorings on Bait Reef, the closest outer reef location. Guided snorkeling support, all equipment, and a buffet lunch with tea are included. If weather requires a change, the boat visits inner reef sites and a beach instead — still a full day, still the same price. You return to Hamilton Island in the afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full Great Barrier Reef snorkeling day without arranging transport, equipment rental, park entry, or timing yourself — the small-group format and fixed schedule handle all of it, leaving you to focus on the reef itself.
Cairns Aquarium Twilight Tour & 3-Course Dinner ExperienceYou’ll explore Cairns Aquarium after hours with a local guide leading you through twilight exhibits as nocturnal creatures stir awake. Touch marine life, hear stories you won’t get during daytime visits, then settle in for a generous 3-course dinner at Squire’s Loft surrounded by glowing tanks. It’s an evening that lingers long after you leave.
Kuranda or Palm Cove: Small Group Day Trip with PickupYou’ll ride through ancient rainforest from Port Douglas or Palm Cove with pickup included, then choose between exploring Kuranda’s artsy markets and wildlife parks or relaxing along Palm Cove’s esplanade. Expect local stories, small group warmth, and moments that stick with you long after you’ve brushed off the sand or rainforest mist.
Whitsundays Sailing Tour: Whitehaven Beach & SnorkelingA 2-day, 2-night sailing tour of the Whitsunday Islands departing from Airlie Beach, where you board the maxi yacht Hammer and explore Whitehaven Beach, snorkel coral reefs, and sleep in mixed dormitory cabins below deck. The crew handles navigation, meals and timing; you choose between a bush-walk to Hill Inlet Lookout or a final snorkel on day three before returning to Airlie Beach around 11am. Minimum age is 18, and dietary restrictions can be accommodated at booking.Is it for me?Most Whitsundays tours run as day trips from Airlie Beach, so you see one beach and one reef before heading back. This one keeps you on the boat overnight, which means you catch two sunsets, sleep under the stars, and reach Whitehaven Beach early enough to spend three hours there instead of one—plus two snorkel sites instead of a rushed dash to one.
Kayaking Brisbane: Guided river paddling, day or nightKayaking on the Brisbane River is a guided paddle with a fully-qualified instructor, all equipment, and a choice of day or night departures. The activity runs 90 minutes, starting at Riverlife. Minimum age is 8 for day tours and 12 for night tours; all areas are wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels.Is it for me?The 90-minute paddle fits a morning or afternoon without consuming your whole day, leaving room for other Brisbane activities before or after. Choose the day departure if you want to paddle in daylight, or the night tour if you'd rather see the city lights on the water—just note that night tours require a minimum age of 12.
Hervey Bay: Whale Watching Cruise with Tea & PickupYou’ll board a spacious catamaran in Hervey Bay for four hours of real-deal whale watching—with local guides sharing stories, morning or afternoon tea served on deck, and guaranteed sightings if conditions are right. Expect moments where whales come startlingly close, playful tails flicking just meters away, plus relaxed chats over biscuits as you drift along Australia’s famous Fraser Coast.
Daintree River: Small Sunset Cruise & Wildlife WatchingYou’ll float through late afternoon light on a small boat with just a handful of others, spotting kingfishers and crocodiles while your local guide shares stories about the Daintree River’s wild side. Expect quiet moments, sudden bursts of birdlife, and that feeling you get when everything slows down right before sunset.
Gold Coast: Jet Ski Safari Tour & South Stradbroke Island StopYou’ll feel your heart race as you zip across Gold Coast’s waterways on a jet ski safari with a local guide leading the way. Tackle twisting tidal passages, spot wildlife in mangroves, and pause for drinks at South Stradbroke Island’s laid-back bar before heading back salty and smiling.
K'gari 4WD Tour: Rainforest, Shipwreck & Lake McKenzieA full-day K'gari (Fraser Island) 4WD tour departing from Noosa takes you along the sandy 75 Mile Beach highway, through Central Station rainforest, and to Lake McKenzie for swimming and lunch. Hotel pickup and return ferry are included, along with a guide, national park permits, and morning and afternoon tea. The itinerary is tide-dependent at Central Station, so timing shifts with the water.Is it for me?Most island tours from Noosa run on fixed schedules that skip the rainforest or rush through it. This one builds the full day around tide timing at Central Station, so you walk the logging-era rainforest and Wanggoolba Creek without cutting the experience short — the beach stops, the lake swim and the forest all fit because the guide sequences them around the water, not against it.
Sandbox VR Surfers Paradise: Full-Body Motion Capture ExperienceSandbox VR is a full-body virtual reality experience in Surfers Paradise that uses motion capture cameras and haptic feedback to let you move freely inside immersive worlds. Eight themed experiences are available, from Stranger Things to Deadwood Mansion to Seekers of the Shard. The 40-minute session includes video highlights of your performance. Children from age 8 are welcome.Is it for me?Book this if you want to move your whole body inside the world instead of standing still with a controller. The motion capture and haptics are what make the difference -- you feel impacts and collisions, and your friends see you moving in real time. If you've tried home VR or other location-based venues and found them flat or limiting, this is the step up.
Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise: Lunch & Beach SwimA four-hour sailing cruise around Magnetic Island with a couple of hours anchored in one of the island's protected bays — you swim, explore the beach, relax on a giant inflatable mat and eat a prawn and antipasto lunch with Australian wine and local beer. The crew picks the bay (usually Radical Bay, accessible only by boat or hiking) based on the day's conditions and your preferences, and you can try steering the yacht on the return sail.Is it for me?Book this if you have a free afternoon and want to get to a beach that has no road access — the boat is how you reach it, and the sailing is the way there. The crew adjusts which bay you anchor in based on the day's conditions, so you're not locked into a fixed itinerary.
K'gari & Whale Day Trip: Snorkel, Kayak & Swim EncountersYou’ll kayak quiet waters off K’gari’s remote west coast, hike sandy trails with a local guide, and maybe even swim alongside humpback whales if conditions allow. Expect laughter over mispronounced words, salty air in your hair, and those rare moments when nature gets so close you forget to take photos.
Surfers Paradise: EFoil Lesson & Gold Coast Fliteboard FlightYou spend two hours learning to eFoil on the Gold Coast with an instructor who adjusts the board's power to your level. Most people are airborne within an hour, leaving time to actually ride. You get the board, life vest, and helmet included, plus the knowledge that you can come back and do this again anytime the water's calm.Is it for me?Book this if you want to try something genuinely different on the water without needing wind, waves, or prior experience—the two-hour format means you learn the basics and actually fly in the same session, so you leave knowing you can do it again.
Barron River Rafting Cairns: Grade 2-3 Rapids & GorgeYou paddle Grade 2-3 rapids for up to 2 hours on the Barron River in a professional-guided raft, with all safety gear and instruction included. Hotel pickup from Cairns or Port Douglas is optional; you can self-drive instead. The experience takes a half-day and suits ages 12 and up with a moderate fitness level.Is it for me?Book this if you want a half-day adrenaline rush without arranging your own transport or safety gear—the fixed schedule and included guide mean you show up ready to paddle, and you're back by early afternoon.
Brisbane River cruise 12:30pm: Story Bridge & Kangaroo PointA 1.5-hour river cruise along Brisbane River departing at 12:30pm, with live commentary on Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Story Bridge, Southbank Parklands and the old shipping docks. Afternoon tea with tea, coffee and pastries is included, along with access to the onboard bar and coffee shop.Is it for me?Book this midday departure if you want the Story Bridge and Kangaroo Point Cliffs without an early start—the 12:30pm timing lets you sleep in and still catch the afternoon light on the water.
Moreton Island: Eco Marine Safari Cruise & Guided SnorkelYou’ll swim through Tangalooma Wrecks on a guided snorkel tour, watch dolphins and turtles from a comfy boat with local guides sharing stories, then relax with fresh lunch and free time on Moreton Island’s soft sand. Expect laughter, salt air, and moments you’ll want to tuck away for later.
Great Barrier Reef: Snorkel Tour with Indigenous Guides & StoriesYou’ll join Indigenous Sea Rangers on a full-day Great Barrier Reef tour from Cairns, snorkeling two outer reef sites with all equipment included. Listen to Creation stories right on deck, share laughs over morning tea and buffet lunch, and get hands-on with traditional tools—plus marine biology insights along the way.
Great Barrier Reef & Michaelmas Cay Sailing Cruise from CairnsYou board at Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal at 8am and sail two hours to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef. Spend four hours snorkeling, viewing the reef from a semi-submersible, or exploring the island's birdlife, with a marine biologist presentation and buffet lunch included. Return by catamaran at 5pm with complimentary wine and cheese on the way back.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full Great Barrier Reef day without arranging transport, equipment, meals or timing yourself — the fixed schedule and included meals mean you show up at the terminal and the rest is managed for you.
Destinations
- Aeroglen›
- Agnes Water›
- Airlie Beach›
- Brisbane›
- Cairns & the Tropical North›
- Cape Tribulation›
- Fraser Island›
- Gold Coast›
- Hervey Bay›
- Ipswich›
- Longreach›
- Mackay›
- Magnetic Island›
- Mission Beach›
- Moreton Bay Region›
- Noosa & Sunshine Coast›
- Palm Cove›
- Port Douglas›
- Rainbow Beach›
- Surfers Paradise›
- The Whitsundays & Hamilton Island›
- Townsville›
