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

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Gold Coast Kayaking & Snorkelling Tour (2.5 Hours)

As our guest, you’ll be warmly welcomed by fantastic and friendly guides before paddling across the beautiful Broadwater to a hidden island just minutes from …More

As our guest, you’ll be warmly welcomed by fantastic and friendly guides before paddling across the beautiful Broadwater to a hidden island just minutes from...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Whale Watching by Sea World Cruises

Sea World Whale Watch is the Gold Coast’s Closest Operator to the Humpback Highway; spend less time in transit and more time with the whales! …More

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Sea World Whale Watch is the Gold Coast’s Closest Operator to the Humpback Highway; spend less time in transit and more time with the whales!...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Afternoon Low Isles Snorkelling & Sunset Sail from Port Douglas

Sail to the Great Barrier Reef’s Low Isles during a relaxing, afternoon cruise aboard a luxury catamaran. Moor at a secluded island with pristine white-sand …More

Sail to the Great Barrier Reef’s Low Isles during a relaxing, afternoon cruise aboard a luxury catamaran. Moor at a secluded island with pristine white-sand...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Pippies 3 Day/2 Night K'gari (Fraser Island) Adventure

Visit World Heritage listed K’gari (Fraser Island) with Pippies’ K’gari Adventures on the ultimate Australian beach 4×4 driving and camping adventure. Led by an experienced …More

Visit World Heritage listed K’gari (Fraser Island) with Pippies’ K’gari Adventures on the ultimate Australian beach 4×4 driving and camping adventure. Led by an experienced...

3 days Free Cancellation
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$468
Cairns: Behana Gorge Rainforest Canyoning Tour

There is no other canyoning experience like this in Australia. Behana Gorge is the real thing: natural rock slides, cliff jumps, and abseiling down granite …More

There is no other canyoning experience like this in Australia. Behana Gorge is the real thing: natural rock slides, cliff jumps, and abseiling down granite...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$178
2 Day/2 Night Prosail Whitsundays Sailing Adventure on Condor

Set sail on a 2-day, 2-night adventure with Prosail Whitsundays! Explore the magical Whitsunday Islands onboard our maxi yacht Condor. Your experienced crew will ensure …More

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Set sail on a 2-day, 2-night adventure with Prosail Whitsundays! Explore the magical Whitsunday Islands onboard our maxi yacht Condor. Your experienced crew will ensure...

3 days
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$495
Full Day Reef Cruise and 10 Minute Helicopter Scenic Flight

Down Under Cruise and Dive by Evolution, a luxury 35-meter super-yacht. This package includes a full day to the outer Great Barrier Reef at two …More

Down Under Cruise and Dive by Evolution, a luxury 35-meter super-yacht. This package includes a full day to the outer Great Barrier Reef at two...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Day Tour to Paronella Park, Lake Barrine and Millaa Millaa Falls

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. …More

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....

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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The Original 1-Hour Mooloolaba Canal Cruise

Mooloolaba Canal Cruise has been operating for over 30 years, and a recent refurbishment has added a modern luxe feel to a much-loved piece of …More

Mooloolaba Canal Cruise has been operating for over 30 years, and a recent refurbishment has added a modern luxe feel to a much-loved piece of...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$27
Taste of the Tropics Tour

Sarina Sugar Shed showcases the rich heritage of the sugar cane industry in the Mackay region. Your fully guided one-hour tour will take you on …More

Sarina Sugar Shed showcases the rich heritage of the sugar cane industry in the Mackay region. Your fully guided one-hour tour will take you on...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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Sunset Cruise Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba's famous Sunset cruise. This 90 minute relaxing cruise along the beautiful Mooloolaba river and canals. We offer a optional a-la-carte seafood menu and fully …More

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Mooloolaba's famous Sunset cruise. This 90 minute relaxing cruise along the beautiful Mooloolaba river and canals. We offer a optional a-la-carte seafood menu and fully...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$39
Ultimate Brisbane Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included)

Discover the story of Brisbane on this expert-led small-group walking tour, while hitting all of the city’s main attractions. Perfect for those who have just …More

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Discover the story of Brisbane on this expert-led small-group walking tour, while hitting all of the city’s main attractions. Perfect for those who have just...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$58
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises

Enjoy a 1.5-hour cruise on the Surfers Paradise Canals and Gold Coast Waterways. Cruises departing daily; morning, Midday, afternoon, sunset and city lights cruises. Departing …More

Enjoy a 1.5-hour cruise on the Surfers Paradise Canals and Gold Coast Waterways. Cruises departing daily; morning, Midday, afternoon, sunset and city lights cruises. Departing...

1 hour 31 minutes Free Cancellation
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Learn to Surf at Noosa on the Sunshine Coast

Learn to surf at Noosa on the Sunshine Coast, one of Australia's most iconic surf destinations. With its warm waters and safe beaches, the conditions …More

Learn to surf at Noosa on the Sunshine Coast, one of Australia's most iconic surf destinations. With its warm waters and safe beaches, the conditions...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$67
Airlie Beach Jet Boat Thrill Ride

Hop aboard, hold on tight and get ready to feel the thrill! Your expert jet boat pilot is about to take you on an 800hp …More

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Hop aboard, hold on tight and get ready to feel the thrill! Your expert jet boat pilot is about to take you on an 800hp...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$70
1hr Jet Ski Safari

The one hour Safari is approximately a 30 kilometre round trip. Non Stop Fun! Get ready for a one hour South Stradbroke Island adventure thrill …More

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The one hour Safari is approximately a 30 kilometre round trip. Non Stop Fun! Get ready for a one hour South Stradbroke Island adventure thrill...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$162
Brisbane Airport: Shared Transfer to Sunshine Coast

Con-X-ion airport shuttle is the swift, efficient, comfortable and safe way to travel to your Sunshine Coast Accommodation directly to the door! -No need for …More

Con-X-ion airport shuttle is the swift, efficient, comfortable and safe way to travel to your Sunshine Coast Accommodation directly to the door! -No need for...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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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 …More

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...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour from Port Douglas

Important notice- 20 August to 24 October Skyrail Cableway is operating a loop from Kuranda to Barron Falls return NOT the full Skyrail. Guided Rainforest …More

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Important notice- 20 August to 24 October Skyrail Cableway is operating a loop from Kuranda to Barron Falls return NOT the full Skyrail. Guided Rainforest...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$177
Hervey Bay Ultimate Whale Watching Cruise

We advocate for healthy oceans - join us on our Ultimate Whale Watch and become an ocean advocate too! Cruise in comfort on our 12m …More

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We advocate for healthy oceans - join us on our Ultimate Whale Watch and become an ocean advocate too! Cruise in comfort on our 12m...

3 hours
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$85
Hook A Barra Fishing Experience

A chance to catch one of Queensland's most iconic fish... if you can! Fun for all the family. The perfect activity to do on your …More

A chance to catch one of Queensland's most iconic fish... if you can! Fun for all the family. The perfect activity to do on your...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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