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Underwater Helmet Dive Green Island from CairnsThe Seawalker helmet dive on Green Island is an underwater walking experience 45 minutes from Cairns by fast catamaran, where you descend to the seafloor in a helmet that keeps your head and hair dry while you walk among tropical fish and coral. The full-day combo includes return transport, island access with pool and facilities, and your choice of a glass-bottom boat tour or snorkelling gear. Minimum age is 12; a medical questionnaire is required before diving.Is it for me?Choose the 8:30am departure if you want the full five to nine hours on the island and prefer an earlier start; the 10:30am departure suits a later morning. Pick the 4:30pm return if you want maximum time on Green Island, or the 2:30pm return for an earlier finish to your day.
Gold Coast Jet Boat Ride: 45 minutes of high-speed actionArro Jet's 45-minute jet boat ride on the Gold Coast Broadwater delivers high-speed spins, 360-degree manoeuvres and power slides with expert pilots who maximize action over travel time. Life jackets and spray jackets are provided; the minimum height is 120cm. A waiver of liability is required before boarding, and the ride is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy or poor cardiovascular health.Is it for me?Book this one if you want continuous adrenaline and not downtime—the route cuts slow zones and travels further than other Gold Coast jet boats, so the full 45 minutes stay on the water doing what makes the ride worth taking.
Gold Coast Sunset Cruise: Sparkling Wine & Broadwater ViewsYou board a small sailboat at the Gold Coast marina, receive two glasses of sparkling wine or soft drinks, and sail past Surfers Paradise, Marina Mirage, and the Palazzo Versace as the sun drops. Sea World Resort slides past on the water, and snacks arrive while you're actually watching the light change. The crew handles everything — timing, route, the boat itself — so you show up, climb aboard, and let the evening happen.Is it for me?Book this if you want a calm evening on the water without arranging a boat, timing the sunset yourself, or deciding where to go — the small group size and fixed route mean you show up and the crew handles the rest.
K'gari (Fraser Island): 4WD Day Trip with Lake McKenzie & ShipwreckYou’ll ride along K’gari’s wild beach highway in a 4WD from Rainbow Beach, float through Eli Creek’s cool waters, stand beside the weathered Maheno Shipwreck, swim in Lake McKenzie’s glassy blue shallows, and walk beneath ancient rainforest trees—all with stories from a local guide and plenty of time to soak it all in.
Eumundi Markets Bus Transfer: Noosa & Mooloolaba PickupYou’ll hop on an air-conditioned minibus from Noosa or Mooloolaba with pickup at your door, then spend three hours exploring Eumundi Markets at your own pace—tasting local treats, meeting stallholders, maybe laughing at yourself over a new hat. The return transfer means you can relax and soak up every bit of market energy without worrying about parking or directions.
Daintree Rainforest Waterfall Hike & Swim: 1-Hour WalkYou're picked up from your Port Douglas hotel, driven into the World Heritage rainforest, and served a made-to-order gourmet lunch with a tropical fruit tasting. Then you walk an hour through ancient forest glades to a secluded waterfall, swim in the rock pool beneath it, and return by late afternoon. Lunch choices must be entered at checkout.Is it for me?Right for travelers with moderate fitness who want to swim at a real waterfall without arranging their own transport or lunch — the full day structure is what makes reaching a secluded pool and eating in the rainforest possible in one trip. The 1-hour walk each way and uneven terrain mean you'll need good balance and cardiovascular fitness; it's not a casual stroll.
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures Cairns: Boat Cruise & WildlifeThis day trip from Cairns includes entry to Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, return coach transfers with driver commentary, and a 25-minute boat cruise on Hartley's Lagoon where park staff feed crocodiles. You spend the day moving between wildlife enclosures—getting close to kangaroos, wallabies, snakes, cassowaries and quolls—and watching educational presentations throughout. Departures run at 8am or noon; infants can sit on a lap or travel in a pram.Is it for me?Book the 8am departure if you want to explore the park before the afternoon crowds arrive; the noon start works better if you're sleeping in or just landed in Cairns. Either way, the coach handles the drive both directions, so you only need to show up at your hotel at the pickup time.
Cape Hillsborough: Sunrise Wallabies & Kangaroos Beach TourYou’ll wake before sunrise for Cape Hillsborough’s famous wallabies on the beach, guided by a local who knows every tide and trail. Watch kangaroos feed at dawn, share a picnic breakfast by the water, and feel that rare mix of awe and quiet as day breaks over Queensland’s wild coast.
Boat tour Cairns: Indigenous-led mangrove walkYou board a river cruise from Cairns Marina, cross to an Indigenous Protected Area, and spend three hours walking with Mandingalbay Yidinji Rangers who teach you about native plants, conservation work, and their country's stories. The tour includes the river crossing, a welcome ceremony, guided walk, light refreshments, and return transfers — nothing else to book or arrange.Is it for me?Book this if you want to learn about Cairns' Indigenous culture directly from the Rangers who live and work on the land, without arranging transport, entry fees, or timing yourself — the fixed three-hour schedule and included transfers mean you show up and the rest is taken care of.
Great Barrier Reef Snorkelling from Cairns: Two reef sitesA small-group snorkelling activity on the Great Barrier Reef departing from Cairns Marlin Marina, with guided snorkel at two locations, all equipment provided, and lunch included. The skipper chooses the sites each morning for the best visibility and marine life. Seven hours total; live English-speaking guide; children from age 6 welcome.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full day on the reef with a skipper who picks snorkel sites based on that morning's conditions rather than a fixed route.
Bloody Brisbane CBD Crime Tour: 2 hours of true crime scenesThe Bloody Brisbane CBD Crime Tour is a 2-hour guided walk through Brisbane's central business district led by crime writer Jack Sim, visiting real true crime scenes including the Arcade Murder, the site of the last public execution, and the Regent Theatre shootout. The tour covers three city blocks across two centuries of criminal history. Children from age 10 are welcome; all attendees must wear flat-soled enclosed shoes and bring a torch or use a smartphone torch app.Is it for me?Book this tour for a free afternoon or a first morning in Brisbane if you want to move past the postcard version of the city. The fixed two-hour length and the guide's 25 years of research mean you're not wandering and guessing—you're standing at the actual places where Brisbane's crimes happened, with someone who has written books about them.
Paronella Park & Etty Bay: Afternoon Tour with DinnerYou’ll swim in clear mountain waters at Babinda Boulders, spot wild cassowaries on Etty Bay’s sand, wander Paronella Park’s mossy ruins with a local guide, and share dinner at a country pub before seeing the park lit up after dark. Expect small surprises—the sound of waterfalls at dusk or laughter over tea—that linger long after you’re home.
Noosa Whale Watch Cruise: Humpback Whales with SkipperA 2-hour whale watching cruise in Noosa that puts you on the water during Humpback Whale migration season, led by a professional skipper with a maximum group of 12 passengers. You arrive 30 minutes before departure for a safety briefing and life jacket fitting. Departure time varies with the tides, so you'll need to confirm it by message or text before the day. Children are welcome from age 7.Is it for me?You're watching from a boat with a small group rather than scanning from shore, which is what makes the sightings possible—the skipper positions you where the whales actually travel. Book this if you want to be on the water during migration season and you're comfortable with 2 hours of ocean motion; if you prefer to stay on land or need a longer, more structured itinerary, a land-based vantage point or a different tour format would suit you better.
Snorkeling Airlie Beach: Small group sail with SUP & kayakSnorkel the Whitsunday Islands on a 6-hour sail from Airlie Beach aboard a 60ft air-conditioned catamaran with a maximum of 29 guests. You choose how to explore: snorkel the reefs near Hayman Island, stand-up paddle board, or paddle a clear-bottom kayak to watch coral below. The boat includes premium snorkel gear, wetsuits, morning tea platters and a tropical buffet lunch; the skipper and host pick the anchorage based on the day's weather, choosing from spots like Langford Island, Bali Hi or Stonehaven Bay. Kids from age 5 are welcome, and you'll need to be able to swim to enter the water for any activity.Is it for me?Choose this if you want multiple ways to explore the reef—snorkeling, paddleboarding, or clear-bottom kayaking—so you can pick based on how immersed you want to be that day.
Main Beach: Surf Lesson at The Spit for Ages 14+ with GearYou’ll feel the rush of paddling out on Main Beach, get expert tips from local surf instructors, and maybe even catch your first real wave (or at least laugh trying). All gear is sorted for you, plus there’s free parking and showers right by the shack. It’s one of those days you remember every time you spot sand in your bag later.
Gold Coast: Quack'rDuck Amphibious Tour from Surfers ParadiseYou’ll feel that jolt of surprise as your Quack’rDuck rolls straight from Surfers Paradise streets into Broadwater—with salty air and laughter all around. Listen to live stories from your local guide, spot Sea World and fancy homes, and join in on quirky quizzes for kids along the way. It’s playful, unexpected fun that sticks with you after you’re back on land.
Mooloolaba: Adventure Rafting Turtle Tour & Coastal LandmarksYou’ll ride a custom-built raft along Mooloolaba’s coastline with a small group, hear local stories from your guide, and watch for turtles near Mudjimba Island. Expect salty air on your skin and laughter as you bounce past landmarks like Point Cartwright lighthouse—with moments of real calm mixed in.
1770: LARC Amphibious Coastline Tour & Beach Picnic LunchYou’ll roll across creeks and along wild coastline by LARC from 1770, listening to local stories as you go. Enjoy a picnic lunch under casuarinas right on the sand, then wander for shells or take a dip in Bustard Bay before heading back — with salty hair and maybe a new story or two.
Great Barrier Reef: Overnight Sail, Dive & Snorkel Tour CairnsYou’ll sail out from Cairns with just 12 people and wake up anchored right on the Great Barrier Reef. Dive or snorkel with guides who actually know the fish by name, share meals in a cozy cabin setting, and maybe even try a night dive if you’re feeling brave. The best part? That strange quiet at sunrise when it feels like you’ve got the whole reef to yourself.
Great Barrier Reef: 40min Helicopter Flight & Outer Reef ViewsYou’ll soar above North Queensland on a 40-minute scenic helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef, skimming past Green Island and Arlington Reef with live commentary from your local pilot. See shifting colors and textures as you push out toward Vlasoff Cay and beyond—the kind of view that sticks with you long after landing.
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›
