Top things to do in Gold Coast in Summer (Updated October 2026)

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Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon Flight

Go Ballooning is a family-run business that strives to provide high-quality customer experience and create unforgettable memories. The company's basket is six meters long, leaving …More

Go Ballooning is a family-run business that strives to provide high-quality customer experience and create unforgettable memories. The company's basket is six meters long, leaving...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$281
Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon + Winery Breakfast + Alpaca Experience

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 …More

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...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$351
Hot Air Balloon Flight Brisbane with Vineyard Breakfast

Enjoy a hot air balloon tour from Brisbane with Australia's most experienced and professional team. Be picked up in airconditioned comfort from Nerang or Canugra …More

Enjoy a hot air balloon tour from Brisbane with Australia's most experienced and professional team. Be picked up in airconditioned comfort from Nerang or Canugra...

4 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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$352
Gold Coast Hot Air Ballooning, Bubbles & Go

Looking for an unforgettable morning that fits into your schedule and your dreams? Ballooning, Bubbles & Go is your premium express escape into the skies. …More

Looking for an unforgettable morning that fits into your schedule and your dreams? Ballooning, Bubbles & Go is your premium express escape into the skies....

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$233
Snorkel with Turtles Gold Coast

You will see the wonders of the Pacific Ocean from above and below the surface. Dive into the wonders of the biodiverse Turtle Island (Cook …More

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You will see the wonders of the Pacific Ocean from above and below the surface. Dive into the wonders of the biodiverse Turtle Island (Cook...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$120
2.5 hr Jet Ski Safaris tour - Ultimate Adventure + island stop

A unique and exciting adventure activity on the Gold Coast! 80 Kilometer Jet Ski Safari, 2.5 Hours (total duration 3.5 hour including and safety induction) …More

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A unique and exciting adventure activity on the Gold Coast! 80 Kilometer Jet Ski Safari, 2.5 Hours (total duration 3.5 hour including and safety induction)...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$283
Gold Coast: Kayak & Snorkel Adventure with Marine Life

What sets our tour apart is our commitment to providing an exceptional experience that combines adventure, education, and safety. As the longest running and safest …More

What sets our tour apart is our commitment to providing an exceptional experience that combines adventure, education, and safety. As the longest running and safest...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$70
Gold Coast Boat Hire Self-Drive with No License Required

Sea the Sights and stand out from the others - experience the thrill of being your own captain onboard our fleet of affordable, unique electric …More

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Sea the Sights and stand out from the others - experience the thrill of being your own captain onboard our fleet of affordable, unique electric...

1 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (57)
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$117
Wave Break Island & Pelican Feeding Cruise Relax, Sip and Explore

Tour from the heart of Surfers Paradise to a pristine Gold Coast Island, only accessible by boat! Cruise along the Nerang River, through to the …More

Tour from the heart of Surfers Paradise to a pristine Gold Coast Island, only accessible by boat! Cruise along the Nerang River, through to the...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (10)
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$160
1 Hour Jet Ski Island Safari to South Stradbroke Island

Our professional guides will take you on an amazing adventure, immerse yourself into a cultural experience you'll find hard to forget! Current model Jet Ski's …More

Our professional guides will take you on an amazing adventure, immerse yourself into a cultural experience you'll find hard to forget! Current model Jet Ski's...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$142
Gold Coast Private Skippered Limo on the Water Canal Cruise

Stand out from the rest onboard our flagship vessel Limo on the Water. Sit back and relax while our guide takes you on a 1-5 Hour Sea …More

Stand out from the rest onboard our flagship vessel Limo on the Water. Sit back and relax while our guide takes you on a 1-5 Hour Sea...

1 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
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$234
Private Tangalooma Wrecks Tour

The most comprehensive boat cruise on the Gold Coast! This tour runs for up to 8 hours and showcases the world famous Tangalooma Wrecks of …More

The most comprehensive boat cruise on the Gold Coast! This tour runs for up to 8 hours and showcases the world famous Tangalooma Wrecks of...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,416
Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise

Set sail on the stunning waters of the Gold Coast on this exclusive, two-hour lunch and sightseeing cruise, departing from a convenient spot in the …More

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Set sail on the stunning waters of the Gold Coast on this exclusive, two-hour lunch and sightseeing cruise, departing from a convenient spot in the...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$63
Currumbin High Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park

Australia’s only zipline over a crocodile enclosure! More than 100+ high-wire challenges! 14 absolutely epic ziplines reaching up to 100m! 7 courses: Easy Green to …More

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Australia’s only zipline over a crocodile enclosure! More than 100+ high-wire challenges! 14 absolutely epic ziplines reaching up to 100m! 7 courses: Easy Green to...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$57
Tamborine Mountain High Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park

Unlike other adventure parks, the TreeTop Challenge at Tamborine Mountain offers: Australia’s largest aerial adventure — more activities and ziplines than anywhere else in the …More

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Unlike other adventure parks, the TreeTop Challenge at Tamborine Mountain offers: Australia’s largest aerial adventure — more activities and ziplines than anywhere else in the...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (161)
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$57
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

Unwind in style with our 1.5-hour Sunset sightseeing Cruise, the perfect way to take in the stunning beauty of Surfers Paradise skyline, Marina Mirage, and …More

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Unwind in style with our 1.5-hour Sunset sightseeing Cruise, the perfect way to take in the stunning beauty of Surfers Paradise skyline, Marina Mirage, and...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (157)
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$39
50 Minutes, Southport GC Aqua Park Inflatable Water Activity

Book 50 minutes of non-stop inflatable fun with Gold Coast’s award-winning water park, crowned Queensland’s Best Major Tourist Attraction in 2024 and winner of multiple …More

Book 50 minutes of non-stop inflatable fun with Gold Coast’s award-winning water park, crowned Queensland’s Best Major Tourist Attraction in 2024 and winner of multiple...

50 minutes
5.0 (262)
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$21
Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain from Gold Coast

Tour Highlights - Get picked up from your hotel and take a quick scenic drive out to the Scenic Rim and Tamborine Mountain - Self …More

Tour Highlights - Get picked up from your hotel and take a quick scenic drive out to the Scenic Rim and Tamborine Mountain - Self...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (58)
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$84
Barefoot Luxury Mount Tamborine Winery Tour from Brisbane

As we move through the valley, your senses will be stimulated by picturesque mountain views, breath taking landscapes and fresh mountain air as you anticipate …More

As we move through the valley, your senses will be stimulated by picturesque mountain views, breath taking landscapes and fresh mountain air as you anticipate...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (68)
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$233
GC Aqua Park 100 Minute Inflatable Water Park Activity, Southport

Book 100 minutes of non-stop inflatable fun with Gold Coast’s award-winning water park, crowned Queensland’s Best Major Tourist Attraction in 2024 and winner of multiple …More

Book 100 minutes of non-stop inflatable fun with Gold Coast’s award-winning water park, crowned Queensland’s Best Major Tourist Attraction in 2024 and winner of multiple...

1 hour 40 minutes
5.0 (156)
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$28
Sirromet Winery Eataly Discovery - Includes Tour, Tasting and 3 Course Lunch

This is a 90 minute winery tour and tasting followed by a relaxing lunch at the Italian Inspired Tuscan Terrace. Begin your experience with a …More

This is a 90 minute winery tour and tasting followed by a relaxing lunch at the Italian Inspired Tuscan Terrace. Begin your experience with a...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$103
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