Top things to do in Surfers Paradise in Summer (Updated October 2026)

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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
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
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
Gold Coast 2-Hour Hidden Island Jetski Tour from Surfers Paradise

Discover the ultimate Gold Coast island adventure on our 2 hour Island Odyssey - a perfect mix of high-speed thrills and tropical paradise. Your journey …More

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Discover the ultimate Gold Coast island adventure on our 2 hour Island Odyssey - a perfect mix of high-speed thrills and tropical paradise. Your journey...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$234
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
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$160
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
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$117
The Ultimate All Inclusive Gourmet Tasting Experience

A Private tour of award winning wineries in the Scenic Rim and sample some of Queensland's best wines at a number of family owned boutique …More

A Private tour of award winning wineries in the Scenic Rim and sample some of Queensland's best wines at a number of family owned boutique...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,772
Surfers Paradise to Wavebreak Island 3 Hour Private Cruise

Celebrate with Beachcomber! The only cruise to Wavebreak Island from central Surfers Paradise! Perfect for guest lists of up to 12 people to celebrate in …More

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Celebrate with Beachcomber! The only cruise to Wavebreak Island from central Surfers Paradise! Perfect for guest lists of up to 12 people to celebrate in...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$639
Byron Bay and Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Day Tour

Get ready for a day of discovery, adventure, and unforgettable moments! Start at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, where Australia’s most iconic animals come to life—hand-feed friendly …More

Get ready for a day of discovery, adventure, and unforgettable moments! Start at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, where Australia’s most iconic animals come to life—hand-feed friendly...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$354
Kangaroos & Koalas in the Wild - Private Nature Experience

Walk through a conserved wetland and watch kangaroos grazing and sunbathing freely in their natural environment. Observe an array of bird species hunting for food …More

Walk through a conserved wetland and watch kangaroos grazing and sunbathing freely in their natural environment. Observe an array of bird species hunting for food...

1 hour 45 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$241
Barefoot Luxury Mount Tamborine Winery Tour from Gold Coast

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
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$233
Mount Tamborine Winery Tour with Gourmet lunch from Gold Coast

Escape to the hinterland with Pineapple Tours! Leave the city behind and embark on a journey through the vineyards of South East Queensland. Enjoy a …More

Escape to the hinterland with Pineapple Tours! Leave the city behind and embark on a journey through the vineyards of South East Queensland. Enjoy a...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$184
Tamborine Mountain Food & Wine Tour from the Gold Coast

Premium food and wine experience. Enjoy a personalised small group tour. This is a Tamborine Mountain tour like no other. Experience Tamborine through the eyes …More

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Premium food and wine experience. Enjoy a personalised small group tour. This is a Tamborine Mountain tour like no other. Experience Tamborine through the eyes...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$162
Glow Worms + Day/Night Rainforest & Waterfalls Experience

Walk to the base and top of a bunch of beautiful waterfalls (free swimming possible at one of them). Experience the natural beauty throughout the …More

Walk to the base and top of a bunch of beautiful waterfalls (free swimming possible at one of them). Experience the natural beauty throughout the...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$156
Gold Coast Full Day Brewery Tour

Please note this tour takes place on the GOLD COAST (not Brisbane) and is a one-hour (approximately) train ride from Brisbane CBD to Helensvale Station. …More

Please note this tour takes place on the GOLD COAST (not Brisbane) and is a one-hour (approximately) train ride from Brisbane CBD to Helensvale Station....

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$148
Full-Day Guided Wine Tour in Mt Tamborine From Gold Coast

Operating wine and food tours since March 2000, the award-winning Cork ‘n Fork Winery Tours are without doubt the premier specialist wine tour business in …More

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Operating wine and food tours since March 2000, the award-winning Cork ‘n Fork Winery Tours are without doubt the premier specialist wine tour business in...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$142
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast

Travel to Moreton Island from Brisbane or the Gold Coast for a full day of fun in the sun. Your guide takes you by 4WD …More

Travel to Moreton Island from Brisbane or the Gold Coast for a full day of fun in the sun. Your guide takes you by 4WD...

9 to 13 hours Free Cancellation
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$127
Gold Coast: Hop on Hop off Wine Tasting Tour - Tamborine Mountain

This small-group tour takes you through family-run vineyards for guided tastings. Soak up mountain lookouts, browse the charming Gallery Walk, and enjoy the ease of …More

This small-group tour takes you through family-run vineyards for guided tastings. Soak up mountain lookouts, browse the charming Gallery Walk, and enjoy the ease of...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$127
Gold Coast: HOHO - Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk + Glow Worm Caves

Embark on a day of discovery with the Hop on Hop off Bus to Tamborine Mountain, visiting two of the area’s top attractions—the Tamborine Rainforest …More

Embark on a day of discovery with the Hop on Hop off Bus to Tamborine Mountain, visiting two of the area’s top attractions—the Tamborine Rainforest...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$124
Kangaroos, Rainforest & Waterfalls Experience - Small Group

Visit wild kangaroos and search for koalas in their natural habitat. Walk behind the base of multiple waterfalls, (free swimming at the base can be …More

Visit wild kangaroos and search for koalas in their natural habitat. Walk behind the base of multiple waterfalls, (free swimming at the base can be...

7 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$124
Half Day Gold Coast Brewery Tour

Please note this tour takes place on the GOLD COAST (not Brisbane) and is a one-hour (approximately) train ride from Brisbane CBD to Helensvale Station. …More

Please note this tour takes place on the GOLD COAST (not Brisbane) and is a one-hour (approximately) train ride from Brisbane CBD to Helensvale Station....

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$113
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