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

A unique and exciting adventure activity on the Gold Coast! 80 Kilometer Jet Ski Safari, 2.5 Hours (total duration 3.5 hour including and safety induction)...
$277

Whale Watching Gold Coast
You will be part of the closest and one of the most intimate encounters in the region due to the eye-level viewing offered by the...
$103

Board The Spirit of Elston and become immersed in this unique and delectable dining experience. Departing from Sea World Cruises Terminal, enjoy an evening of...
$90

Enjoy a small-group Kuranda tour departing from Port Douglas or Palm Cove (not Cairns). Glide over ancient rainforest on the award-winning Skyrail Rainforest Cableway from...
$125

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...
$205

Take a paddle on the Tully River in your own sports raft for an unforgettable experience of fun, adrenalin and laughter. Navigate through the stunning...
$104

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...
$185

Set sail from Port Douglas for a day of snorkeling and adventure on the Outer Barrier Reef. Immersed in the northern frontier of Great Barrier...
$231

Explore the beauty of Fraser Island on a full-day tour from Rainbow Beach by purpose-built 4WD vehicle. Discover what makes the island a World Heritage-listed...
$208

Ngana Julaymba Dungay: We All Going Daintree Spend the morning or afternoon with a local Aboriginal tour guide, learning about culturally significant areas and the...
$132

Spend a morning exploring the World Heritage Springbrook National Park and Natural Bridge on this small-group tour from the Gold Coast. You'll enjoy a guided...
$87

Join us for an unforgettable night in the rainforest after dark! On this tour we guide you through the ancient rainforest at night. This is...
$87

Explore Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures, an award-winning attraction located between Cairns and Port Douglas. Cruise the wetlands to see crocodiles lazing on the riverbanks and witness...
$90

Enjoy a 2-hour surf lesson at Broadbeach on the Gold Coast. Choose one of Australia's favorite surf schools who has been teaching people to surf...
$65

Our Award-winning tour, we welcome you on board with us at Aquascene, we will share with you some beautiful places you won't find on your...
$78

Magnetic Island Lunchtime Sailing Cruise
This four-hour experience includes sailing along the breathtaking Magnetic Island coastline with a couple of hours at anchor in one of the secluded bays to...
$166

Eungella Platypus Tour
Explore Finch Hatton Gorge and the Pioneer Valley with a local guide. Learn about the history of the area. Hike in the Eungella National Park....
$117

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...
$59

Experience a 4x4 Drive by Local guides along the famous Coloured sands of Rainbow Beach to Double Island Point. This undiscovered part of East Coast...
$103

30 minute Reef Scenic Flight
This 30-minute scenic helicopter tour departs Cairns airport and tracks out from the mainland with views of the city of Cairns and Trinity inlet, passing...
$322

Gold Coast Canyon Flyer Zipline Tour
The Canyon Flyer guided zipline tour is Australia’s largest, highest and fastest guided zipline tour and one the most exciting adventure on the Gold Coast....
$101

