Top Noosa & Sunshine Coast On the Water

Want to experience the thrill of catching your first wave at one of Australia’s most legendary surf spots? Sign up for a 2-hour surf class in Noosa Heads and learn to surf on the beautiful beaches of the Sunshine Coast. With all equipment provided and one-to-one attention from an expert surf instructor, you’ll be taking to the waves in no time.

Venture into Noosa's National Marine Park to encounter species such as dolphins, sea-turtles and aquatic birds. Our friendly Captain will share some of Noosa's most special coastal areas. Explore the breathtaking coastline and view Noosa Heads from a completely different perspective! We are Noosa's longest and most experienced commercial ocean boating company with over 38 years experience.

Go kayaking with dolphins and 4-wheeling on the beach during a half-day tour on the Sunshine Coast, just north of Brisbane. Visit a National Park location that is only accessible by 4WD vehicle, and kayak around Double Island Point looking for dolphins, migrating whales, turtles, rays and more. Includes kayak equipment and instruction, light refreshments, and transportation by 4WD and ferry.

Enjoy an afternoon cruise in the Noosa Everglades for another perspective on the Sunshine Coast. See Australian wildlife as you glide across Lake Cooroibah and Lake Cootharaba to reach the Noosa River, situated within Great Sandy National Park's Cooloola Recreation Area. Learn from informative commentary supplied by your captain as you sit back and relax in this unique natural environment. After your Noosa Everglades cruise, you'll enjoy an anipasto platter while overlooking Lake Cootharaba.

Double Island Point is one of the best places in Australia to learn to surf and this half-day tour from Noosa is ideal for first-time surfers. Follow the Great Beach Drive to the island by 4WD, enjoy magnificent views of Rainbow Beach, then join an expert instructor for a surf lesson on the island’s gorgeous beach.

Set sail for a scenic cruise around the Noosa Everglades on this full-day tour, including hotel pick-up from Noosa Heads or Noosaville. Zip down the Noosa River on a motorboat, then spot some of Australia’s most vibrant birds as you drift around the Cooroibah and Cootharaba lakes. Hop on a canoe and paddle your way along the River of Mirrors in the Great Sandy National Park. After tuck, into a roast lunch with  stunning views of Lake Cootharaba.

Make the end of your vacation easier and avoid the hassle of planning rides for your return home with help from this Brisbane Airport departure shuttle transfer from Sunshine Coast hotels. You can get picked up at a hotel or private residence, anywhere along the coast from Caloundra to Noosa, and get dropped off at the airport.

Escape the mainland—and discover Fraser Island’s UNESCO-listed scenery—on this seamless day trip. Depart in the morning directly from your Noosa or Rainbow Beach accommodation, and travel in the comfort of a custom-built 4x4 vehicle. You’ll discover the highlights of Fraser Island—the world’s largest sand island. Stop for breakfast on Seventy-Five Mile Beach, swim in Lake McKenzie, discover the Central Station Rainforest, and much more.

Planning your ride from the Sunshine Coast to the Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) can be difficult, but this Sunshine Coast Airport departure transfer makes it easy. End your trip on a good note, and ride this climate-controlled, comfortable transfer from your hotel to the airport. This transport service will pick you up anywhere on the Sunshine Coast, from Caloundra to Noosa.

Swoop over the dramatic landscapes of Australia’s Sunshine Coast on this exhilarating 10-minute seaplane flight from Maroochydore. Enjoy stunning aerial views as you fly over the golden sands of Mooloolaba Beach, swoop low over the Maroochy River and glide over Point Cartright. Best of all: with numbers limited to just three passengers, you’re guaranteed a window seat, ensuring magnificent bird’s eye views.

Go shopping at Eumundi market, considered one of Australia’s premier markets for artisan crafts. Round-trip transfers from your accommodation in Mooloolaba, Maroochydore, Coolum, or Noosa make it easy to visit this market for three hours on a Wednesday or Saturday morning during your vacation on the Sunshine Coast.

This tour shows you the best of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland region. Visiting two local wineries and Restaurant for lunch. Our local tour guides have intimate local knowledge, stories and tips

Don't miss the chance to learn how to surf when you're in Noosa during this 2-hour lesson. Whether you're a beginner or advanced surfer, you'll enjoy a structured class on the shores Australia's Pacific coast. Group classes have a 1:8 coaching ratio and follow a specially designed 1-2-3 teaching method that results in most students standing on the board during their first lessons. Minimum age is seven years.

Explore the wild wetlands and mangrove forests of the Noosa Everglades on this full-day kayaking adventure. Paddle along the Upper Noosa River, the ‘River of Mirrors’; admire natural wonders such as Lake Cootharaba, Lake of Lillies, and Fig Tree Lake; and look out for wildlife including kangaroos, black swans, and cockatoos. Along the way, stop to swim in the crystalline waters and enjoy a picnic lunch by the waterfront.

Want to experience the thrill of catching your first wave at one of Australia’s most legendary surf spots? Sign up for a 2-hour surf class in Noosa Heads and learn to surf on the beautiful beaches of the Sunshine Coast. With all equipment provided and one-to-one attention from an expert surf instructor, you’ll be taking to the waves in no time.

Elanda Point National Park is an ideal location to see native Australian flora and fauna and experience the Noosa Everglades. This tour saves you the hassle of navigation and provides the kayaking knowhow to cruise through these waterways at your own pace. Choose your own adventure and paddle to Harry’s hut for a dip in the tea-colored waters, discover the lesser-paddled waters of Kin Kin Creek, or explore the nearby islands.

Satisfy your appetite for adventure during a 90-minute jet ski tour of Moreton Bay Marine Park from Caloundra. Take control of a powerful jet ski, either alone or with a companion, and follow your expert guide through atmospheric mangroves to spectacular volcanic landscapes and areas of dense tropical jungle. Scour the scenery for sightings of dolphins, turtles and dugongs and pose as a professional photographer captures your adventurous experience on camera.

Jetski the protected waters of the Pumicestone Passage Marine Park. It's a 30 km adrenaline blast. An expert jetski guide will quickly get you used to your ski and before long you will be zooming along the waterway at up to 55 kph. Plenty of opportunity for some hot laps in the freestyle area at Lighthouse Reach.

Thrill seekers won’t want to miss this exciting speed raft tour from Mooloolaba. The powerful, 350 horsepower action raft will travel at high speeds into the open ocean, surprising passengers with dramatic twists and turns. Don’t forget to enjoy the views of Mooloolaba, Point Cartwright, and Mudjimba Island along the way.

If you’re trying to choose between taking a bus tour or a boat tour of the Sunshine Coast you don’t have to with an amphibious Aquaduck tour. The one-hour tour starts on the beach and follows canals, waterways, and local streets. Learn more about the history and culture of the Sunshine Coast from the commentary and enjoy the excitement of riding in this special vehicle.

Save money and explore the waters of Pumicestone Passage and Bribie Island National Park at your leisure with this single or double kayak rental, which is far less expensive than a guided tour. The park is full of beaches and lagoons, and a great place to spot stingrays, sea birds, and kangaroos. Your kayak, paddles, and lifejacket come with a safety briefing and instructions for first-timers.

Just south of the Sunshine Coast is Bribie Island National Park, a quieter, unsullied remedy to the resorts and beach crowds upstate. Drift across the crystal-clear Pumicestone Passage and explore Bribie Island’s beaches and lagoons on this short paddleboard hire. Launch from nearby Golden Beach and paddle around Bribie Island at your own pace.

Whales are a common sight off the coast of Mooloolaba, particularly during their migration period in the winter months. Seek some out on this half day cruise out into the Coral Sea; if you spot some, there’s even a chance you’ll get to swim with them, getting close to these majestic giants with the help of the boat crew. Even if you don’t, this relaxing cruise is a great way to get away from the busy resorts and tourist attractions on the Sunshine Coast for a few hours.

• Opt to dive into the wreck of the HMAS Brisbane, a decommissioned guided missile destroyer that was scuttled 2.9 nautical miles off the Sunshine Coast • Light snacks on board • HMAS Brisbane dive includes marine parks fees and Guides. Equipment hire is not included but available for hire. • Available 7 days a week

Visit Noosa’s beautiful National Marine Park the exciting way on this high-speed 500 HP jet boat ride. Keep an eye out for turtles, dolphins, and seabirds as you zoom along the coastline and past some of Noosa’s most beautiful natural landmarks. Surf the ocean swell and enjoy some thrilling twists and turns in your powerful boat along the way.