Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Queensland (Updated 2026)

Brisbane Dark Stories True Crime Tour
Take a Walk on the Dark Side... Don’t be fooled by the bright lights and bustling city streets. This city has a past…a dark past…...
$24

Cairns Sunset River Cruise
Unwind in tropical style with a relaxing Cairns Sunset Cruise through the calm waters of Trinity Inlet. As the sun dips behind the mountains, enjoy...
$54

Take your tour down under, into the remote outback, our home in paradise, Cape Tribulation, found in the heart of the Daintree. Walk into the...
$39

Spend 3 hours with the fun and informative Mandingalbay Yidinji Rangers on their traditional lands at East Trinity Reserve, a unique Indigenous Protected area just...
$119

Matador Whitsundays
Set sail aboard Matador, a legendary racing yacht, and explore the breathtaking Whitsundays. Glide through turquoise waters, past lush islands and stunning white sandy beaches....
$351

30 minute Reef Scenic Flight
This 30-minute scenic helicopter tour departs Cairns airport and tracks out from the mainland with views of the city of Cairns and Trinity inlet, passing...
$330

Come on a journey into tropical paradise with our Eco guided Segway tour. Take in gorgeous views, feel the open air and the wind blowing...
$98

Daintree Rainforest Tour - Full Day: Enjoy interpretive rainforest walks, lush lunch site, estuarine crocodile and wildlife spotting on Cooper Creek and, of course, friendly...
$177

Explore the World Heritage Gondwana Rainforests of Australia with the destinations most experienced Tour Company. This day trip from Brisbane combines two National Parks :...
$140

Fully inclusive day cruise with no additional costs. Throw your swimwear into a bag and set sail with See Moreton to discover this world-renowned island...
$190

This small-group premium day tour offers an immersive journey through Tropical North Queensland’s most iconic landscapes, guided by local experts in a comfortable air-conditioned mini-coach....
$163

Anyone can now experience the thrill of a surfing lesson at one of the area's best surf schools. You'll have fun, be safe and you...
$53

Cairns City Sights and Surrounds Tour
Learn about the history of Cairns’ visiting the city, port, beaches and famous landmarks on a small-group afternoon tour. Experience sights not seen on other...
$85

Experience the Atherton Tablelands in one unforgettable day Discover the beauty, wildlife and stories of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day small-group adventure from Cairns....
$187

Anyone can now experience the thrill of a surfing lesson at one of the area's best surf schools. You'll have fun, be safe and you...
$53

Experience the Atherton Tablelands in one unforgettable day Discover the beauty, wildlife and stories of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day small-group adventure from Port...
$187

Half day tours to the picturesque Low Isles with a maximum of 23 guests. Choose an early morning departure or afternoon departure, both with a...
$173

Kayak Turtle Tour from Palm Cove
Ready for the experience of a lifetime? Come on our Kayak Turtle Tour. Tours operate daily from the south end of Palm Cove and paddle...
$84

An hour’s drive north of Brisbane, enjoy this 1.5-hour jet ski tour departing from Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast. This small-group tour takes you through...
$264

A late afternoon cruise finishing at sunset is the perfect way to finish your Daintree experience. Floating on the water, enjoying the late afternoon light, watching...
$53

Enjoy a small-group Kuranda tour departing from Port Douglas or Palm Cove (not Cairns). Glide over ancient rainforest on the award-winning Skyrail Rainforest Cableway before...
$127

