Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword for us – it makes up the essence of who we are and how we operate, with the mission of keeping the Sunshine Coast beautiful for our future generations.
A holiday here is all about doing things that are good for you and the planet, whether it’s taking an eco-tour across our sparkling waters, sleeping soundly in environmentally friendly accommodation, or purchasing trees to help restore local wildlife corridors.
Sunshine Coast Sustainability Program
Want to protect our blue and green backyard? We do too. That’s why we’ve made it easier to travel green and contribute to reforestation projects as part of our program.
If you’re travelling here, estimate your carbon footprint using our handy Trip CO2 Calculator and discover ways to make your holiday here more sustainable.
You’ve also got the option to buy a tree for planting in the Cooroy Mountain Wildlife Corridor or check out our dashboard to see the positive contributions our industry and fellow visitors are making.
Biosphere Corridor
Biosphere Reserves have an internationally-recognised status and play vital roles in the conservation journey. We’re so thrilled to be the only place in Australia where three UNESCO Biosphere Reserves sit side-by-side across the spectacular Sunshine Coast, Noosa, and the Great Sandy regions.
Travel sustainably
Keep things green and explore the Sunshine Coast as you’ve never seen it before on cultural experiences, guided adventures, and by spending the night at award-winning retreats that celebrate our natural surroundings. Taste canapes with native flavours and learn more about our Traditional Owners on a journey with Saltwater Eco Tours, gain new respect for our majestic humpbacks on a swim-with-whales adventure, and make the most of the sustainable initiatives on offer at local getaway destinations like Glass House Mountains Eco Lodge.
Did you know?
When creating our Sunshine Moments campaign, we wanted to reduce our impact on the environment – for real. The result was a destination film powered by our beautiful sunshine!
Tread lightly with these eco operators
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Narrows Escape Rainforest Retreat
In 2021 Narrows Escape Rainforest Retreat was awarded the number one Most Romantic Hotel in the Worl
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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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oasis noosa - luxury floating eco villa
Immerse yourself in a unique experience on-board oasis noosa, a luxury floating eco villa on the bea
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Everglades Eco Safaris
Explore Australia's only Everglades with Everglades Eco Safaris. Offering an unforgettable wilder
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Mayan Farm Luxe Villas
Mayan Luxe Villas is bespoke accommodation in the Hinterland town of Kin Kin, Queensland a 30-minut
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Kanu Kapers Sustainable Noosa Everglades
Escape and immerse yourself in this stunningly beautiful water-wilderness on a one day tour or overn
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RACV Noosa Resort
Surrounded by pristine beaches, rivers, hinterland, and national parks, the five-star RACV Noosa Res
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Habitat Noosa Everglades Eco Camp
Habitat Noosa is located 25 minutes north of Noosa, set amongst 65 acres of National Park and perche
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Pippies Beachhouse
Experience a warm and friendly stay at Pippies Beachhouse, your home away from home. The accommodati
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