Top Noosa & Sunshine Coast Water Tours

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.

Our Nauticycle Water Bike tour is a fun and eco friendly self guided tour, that lets you get into nature and away from the crowds. The bikes glide easily and silently through the water allowing amazing opportunities for wildlife watching. The scenery is beautiful and the water is clear, match this with a secluded stop and it makes for a sensational day on the water. This is the best way to get out and explore Noosa River. Our self guided tour comes complete with a dry bag, map, suggested itinerary and the option for snacks, or alternatively, you can hire the bikes and head out and choose your own adventure. It's easy to do, even if you can't ride a bike you can ride one of these. If you love cycling, even better, this is cycling on water, without the stress of the road. They're agile and efficient and will surprise everyone on just how much fun they are. So join us for an amazing, sustainable, eco experience.

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 waterways. This tour offers a perfect mix between beautiful natural landscapes, wildlife and waterways with the homes and mega mansions of the super rich and famous. On board we share stories featuring the history of the region including those from the original owners, beach culture, local produce, wildlife and much more. The tour has a one hour duration and is a fantastic way to see and experience the heart of the Sunshine Coast. There are many photo opportunities on the tour and guests are encouraged to bring cameras, phones and go pro’s.

Prepare to get a taste of Noosa from the water and discover the cheeky dolphins that play along the coast on the amazing Dolphin Safari! Departing from Noosa Marina, Captain Nathan will take you on a relaxing scenic cruise down the Noosa River and around the headland where you will soak up amazing views of Noosa, spectacular scenery and iconic sights including Hells Gate and more! Once at sea, our mammal mates will come and play – they know the Ocean Rider well! Get up close and personal with the beautiful dolphins as they feed and socialise, and look out for the varied species of birds before finishing with a relaxing cruise back to Noosa Marina.

The Oceanrider Adventure Tour is a faster-paced tour that starts at the Noosa Marina with a cruise down the Noosa River and crossing the Noosa Bar, where the river meets the sea at Laguna Bay. You will experience tighter turns and the manoeuvring capabilities of the Gemini RIB that is Oceanrider while encountering and negotiating ocean swells and waves.

Prepare for an experience like no other as you witness the majestic beauty of the humpback whale in Noosa’s aquatic playground during their annual migration. Beginning with a relaxing cruise down the Noosa River, you’ll soak up the sights and views over Noosa from the water before Captain Nathan cruises out off Noosa heads in search of the friendly giants. Your nature focused cruise will take you to locations that cannot be fully appreciated from the land, including amazing natural cliff formations, emerald forests, hidden coves a​nd sweeping beaches. On finding the whales, you’ll enjoy an awe inspiring experience that is difficult to put into words - Breaches, tail lobs & pectoral slaps are all part of the spectacular display, and if you come in the later ​half of the season you may even see a mama with her calf!

Not for the faint hearted! If you’re looking for a high speed adrenaline experience, our Adventure Rafting Action Ride is a ‘must do’ during your time on the Sunshine Coast. Over 350 horse power, high speed turns and open ocean! All you have to do is hold on, and enjoy the spectacular scenery of Mooloolaba, coastal headland of Point Cartwright and the historic Mudjimba Island whilst we take you for the ride of your life. Our Adventure Rafting Action Ride is one ride you’ll never forget!

Discover the sights and delights of Noosa, one of the many jewels in the Sunshine Coast crown during this full-day guided tour. After being collected from your accommodation, you will drive north to the famous Hastings Street where you will enjoy 45-minutes of free time to explore the shops, grab a coffee or walk along the white sands of Noosa Main Beach. Next, take a ride on the ferry up the Noosa River to Noosa Marina in Tewantin where you will be treated to an elegant two-course lunch overlooking the Noosa River, paired with a glass of wine or beer. To end the day, experience the amazing Noosa Everglades on a 3-hour Serenity Cruise. Noosa is one of the many jewels in the Sunshine Coast crown, and with stunning beaches, nature at every turn, and one of the most famous shopping streets in the region (Hastings Street). If you’re a lover of gastronomy, there are several top-quality restaurants in Noosa too, making it a foodie’s delight!

Experience the glamour, style and excitement of a bygone era and feel like movie stars when you cruise the beautiful Noosa River on the gorgeous classic speed boat "Noosa Dream". A private tour for 2 people on this 1940's inspired, hand crafted mahogany runabout is the ultimate way to explore Noosa. On your private guided tour you'll: * See the luxury riverside homes of Noosa Sound, the beaches of Noosaville and the quirky houseboats of Tewantin. * Enjoy views of the Noosa north shore and cruise by Makepeace island – the Australian home of Sir Richard Branson. * Speed across beautiful Lake Cooroibah and see stunning hinterland vistas. * Drift silently amongst pristine bushland beside the Great Sandy National Park and enjoy the peace and solitude. * Visit the river mouth & see Noosa’s abundant bird life (during season). Your cruise includes knowledgable local commentary by your Skipper Michael, chilled water for drinking and complimentary digital photos.

Experience the glamour, style and excitement of a bygone era and feel like movie stars when you cruise the beautiful Noosa River on the gorgeous classic speed boat "Noosa Dream". A private tour on this 1940's inspired, hand crafted mahogany runabout is the ultimate way to explore Noosa. On your private guided tour for 3 to 5 people you'll: * See the luxury riverside homes of Noosa Sound, the beaches of Noosaville and the quirky houseboats of Tewantin. * Enjoy views of the Noosa north shore and cruise by Makepeace island – the Australian home of Sir Richard Branson. * Speed across beautiful Lake Cooroibah and see stunning hinterland vistas. * Drift silently amongst pristine bushland beside the Great Sandy National Park and enjoy the peace and solitude. * Visit the river mouth & see Noosa’s abundant bird life (during season). Your cruise includes knowledgable local commentary by your Skipper Michael, chilled water for drinking and complimentary digital photos.

THE BEST WHALE WATCHING TOUR IN MOOLOOLABA! Enjoy the spectacular humpback whale migration onboard Adventure Rafting! Our high-speed RIB means less travel time and more whale watching time! In a group of only 9 guests, your guaranteed to get up close and personal, making memories to last a life time without the crowds! Our guests can watch the whales frolic and play with the spectacular scenery of the Sunshine Coast as their background - on Adventure Rafting everyone has a window seat! BOOK NOW for an experience you'll never forget!

Whale watching like you've never experienced before. Our team gives you the opportunity to witness the spectacular humpback whale migration off the scenic Sunshine Coast above and below the water! Taking only 20 passengers, it gives everyone a front-row seat to witness breath-taking breaches, loud tail slaps, spy hops and penduncle throws while our state-of-the-art underwater HD cameras live stream all of the underwater action right to your seat! But wait, there's more! Our brand new hydrophone allows you to hear the whales sing as they play, making it a fully immersive experience unlike any other! Our knowledgeable skipper will provide you with entertaining and informative commentary educating you about these majestic creatures whilst you watch them frolic and play! It doesn't get any better than this.

WHALE WATCHING LIKE YOU’VE NEVER EXPERIENCED BEFORE!!! Coastal Express gives you the opportunity to witness the spectacular humpback whale migration off the scenic Sunshine Coast ABOVE AND BELOW the water! Taking only 20 passengers Coastal Express gives everyone a front row seat to witness breath-taking breaches, loud tail slaps, spy hops and penduncle throws while our state-of-the-art underwater HD cameras live stream all of the underwater action right to your seat! But wait, there’s more! Our brand new hydrophone allows you to hear the whales sing as they play, making it a fully immersive experience unlike any other! Our knowledgeable skipper will provide you with entertaining and informative commentary educating you about these majestic creatures whilst you watch them frolic and play! It doesn’t get any better than this.

With 42 years local knowledge and experience operating commercial boating activities in Noosa we offer our expert commentary, go-pro cameras to record your experience and a comfortable ride at a slow cruising speed to maximise your enjoyment and experience of Whale sightings off the Noosa coastline. The spectacular coastal scenery of the Noosa National park makes the perfect back-drop for your Whale Watching tour.