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

Daintree Waters Tour
Exclusive, small group adventure tour showcasing the best of the Daintree Rainforest, in tropical North Queensland. Highlights include swimming in the pristine, freshwater of Cassowary...
$174

The only Indigenous experience available to the Great Barrier Reef. Interact with Indigenous Sea Rangers as they demonstrate their traditional culture as you travel to...
$163

Bushtucker Cultural Cruise in Mooloolaba
A relaxed lunchtime experience like no other on the Sunshine Coast with a focus on First Nations Culture and Sustainability. This Gourmet Bushtucker Cruise is...
$85

Dolphin Wild Island Cruises is the ultimate eco-adventure to explore Moreton Island. The tour blends the excitement of exploration and the exclusivity of a personalised...
$199

The one hour amphibious Aquaduck tour includes an informative tour along Mooloolaba Beach, the Esplanade and Sunshine Strip with a cruise through the canals and...
$31
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Embark on Noosa’s ultimate whale adventure with father-and-son crew Mike & Ozzie aboard the fastest rigid inflatable boat in town — the same type trusted...
$70

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...
$120

Most people walk through Cairns Botanic Gardens and see plants. Expert local macro-photographer Bridgette Gower walks through and sees a thousand tiny creatures. With over...
$43

Discover Far North Queensland's spectacular rainforest with a local expert on this intimate Kuranda tour from Cairns. Limited to 10 guests, this small-group experience combines...
$185

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...
$57

30 min Jet Ski Safari
30 Minute Jet Ski, our mini safari! The half hour Safari will blast you along pristine beaches, Wave Break Island, through Crab Island, south of...
$92

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...
$28

Glide through the pristine Whitsunday Conway National Park on a 3.5-hour guided Segway tour. The only Segway tour in Australia to operate in a full...
$113

Enjoy a 6-hour tour through the Noosa Everglades by Kayak. Follow your professional guide to see Lake Cootharaba, Kinaba, Fig Tree Lake and the Upper...
$149

Stepping into a world of optical illusions, the larger than life murals allow people of all ages to come face to face with wild animals,...
$21

Cedar Creek was carved by water over millions of years into the rainforest behind Airlie Beach. After a short journey from Airlie Beach, what you...
$67

For a great day out on the pristine waters between Hervey Bay and K'gari (Fraser Island), join this 5-hour cruise. Be as active as you...
$114

Sun sailing offers intimate sunset cruises on our 38ft sailing yacht for up to 4 guests. Sip on a sparkling wine, water or beer whilst...
$389

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

This Cape Tribulation, Daintree Rainforest and wildlife tour takes you on a full day adventure to the only place in the world where the rainforest...
$189

Enjoy a 60 minute scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef, including Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet! See the Whitsundays...
$252

