From shooting along the Pumicestone Passage’s sparkling azure blue waters on a Jet Ski to skydiving over our sugar-white sand beaches, there is no shortage of must-do experiences on the Sunshine Coast to get your blood pumping. We're talking swapping the bitumen for sand and cruising along the sand in a 4WD, snorkelling throughout the pristine waters off Mudjimba Island, and swimming with humpback whales. Let's get the party started!
Snorkeling at Mudjimba Island with Sunreef
Stretch your legs with a hike – or a multi-day hike - through the Sunshine Coast Hinterland as you meander amongst towering trees, thundering waterfalls and natural pools. Keep things green on a guided e-bike tour with the crew from ecoTekk Sunshine Coast, where you'll get to squeeze in an easy workout and experience the scenic beauty of Maleny, Caloundra, Golden Beach, Kawana, Mooloolaba, Twin Waters, Sunshine Beach, or Noosa.
Oceanview Heli
Gain a whole new perspective flying in a unique seaplane, soaring above in a helicopter, or ziplining through the rainforest on Australia’s largest high ropes course. Alternatively, learn to surf at legend Julian Wilson’s home beach in Coolum, paddle your way along the 'River of Mirrors' in the Noosa Everglades, or spot a platypus while kayaking on the idyllic Mary River.
Dial up the smiles per miles on countless mountain bike trails, take on the stretch of coastal paths via two wheels or for more speed opt for a Quad Bike Tour. If you're keen to stretch your legs, tackle the steep uphill trails up to the summit of Mt Ngungun and Mt Coolum, or immerse yourself in the impressive 58km Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk. Meanwhile, the 102km Cooloola Great walk will see you weaving through ancient towering sand dunes, amongst coastal woodland and alongside pristine rivers.
Mt Ngungun
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10 best hikes in the Gympie Region
It seems as if the more technology invades our lives, the more we crave natural experiences. Hiking is probably the best way to slow down, immerse yourself in nature and enjoy the simple life.
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Sunshine Coast Hinterland National Parks and Guided Tours
With lush green rainforest, picture perfect waterfalls, crystal clear rock pools to swim in, and national parks packed full of wildlife, the Sunshine Coast Hinterland is a nature lovers’ paradise.
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4 beautiful Sunshine Coast hikes and walks
Doesn't matter what pace you set, these breathtaking walks around the Sunshine Coast will have you more focused on the wonder of nature than the time it takes to walk them.
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5 Hinterland hikes to take your breath away
Discover the diversity of our landscape with a hike through our spectacular Hinterland countryside.
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Best next-level hikes, mountain climbs and waterfall walks on the Sunshine Coast
So, you want an action-packed story for the office on Monday that rivals the past weekend’s wild shenanigans of Netflix, boxes of Maltesers (those addictive suckers will be the end of us!), and coffee sippin’ in your activewear?
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Immersive Encounters
Create a wow moment to brag to your friends about or remember for years to come.
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Immersive encounters on the Sunshine Coast
Come eye-to-eye with some of nature’s most fascinating creatures and tick off your bucket list experiences dotted among the Sunshine Coast beach to hinterland paradise.
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Swim with whales
Swimming with whales is an unforgettable experience. People have long had a love affair with these gentle giants and now people have the opportunity to see them from a very different perspective.
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Sunreef Mooloolaba
The home of ocean adventure! Scuba dive, snorkel with turtles, swim with whales, or go whale watchin
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Ride On Mary - Kayak and Bike Bush Adventures
Kayak the beautiful Mary River or Yabba Creek and take in the breathtaking scenery! The river winds
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SEQ Paragliding
SEQ Paragliding offer a range of paragliding experiences, from tandem flights where you can fly with
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Coolum Surf School
Coolum Surfing School is located on the naturally refreshing Sunshine Coast, only 90 minutes north o
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Kanu Kapers Sustainable Noosa Everglades
Escape and immerse yourself in this stunningly beautiful water-wilderness, just minutes from Noosa.
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Go Ride a Wave Noosa
When you join a surfing lesson with Go Ride A Wave, you are learning to surf with Australia's larges
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XL Surfing Academy
A tailored Learn to surf session in a fun and safe environment with qualified surf coaches with know
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Surfing With Sam
Surfing with Sam is a learn to surf business located in Alexandra Headland and Maroochydore. This su