Tours & tickets

Great Sandy National Park

Cruise or canoe the tranquil waterways of Australia's only Everglades. A courtesy shuttle is available from 8 transit stops within Noosa and surrounds (departures start from 7.45am). Take in the spectacular network of wetlands and waterways on board the eco boat or transfer to the canoe launch site, grab a paddle and canoe 5km to the historic Harry's Hut.  The pristine wilderness is surrounded by sub tropical landscapes, untouched for thousands of years and offer spectacular photo opportunities. This is your chance to immerse yourself amongst nature and the natural beauty of this unique eco system. Australia's Everglades are found in the Northern end of the Noosa River system and stretches across 2 UNESCO Biosphere Reserves (Noosa and Great Sandy). Pure freshwater pulses out of the Cooloola Sandmass and filters through the tea tree-infused ecosystem into this unique river system, creating the most spectacular reflections.  After your Everglades experience you can purchase lunch at the onsite bar and bistro or a craft beer from the micro-brewery. Return to your meeting point in Noosa on conclusion. Courtesy shuttle: Must be pre booked. Departure time/location will be confirmed dependant on your accommodation location. Return shuttle departs for Noosa at 3pm. Cruise or Canoe: Stay onboard or canoe 5km (optional - moderate fitness required) Duration: 9am - 1.30pm (cruise returns at 1.30pm to the bar & bistro)

Discover Double Island Point Cooloola, Great Sandy National Park, Honeymoon Bay, and K'gari views on a guided kayaking and 4x4 trip from Noosa. See Australian wildlife in their natural habitat and reach Great Sandy National Park via a path only accessible by 4WD vehicles on the beach. Begin your tour with a thrilling beach drive on Noosa's North Shore. Head to Double Island Point, Cooloola for views of the towering ancient rainbow colored sands. Next, head out on a guided sea kayak tour around the headland of Double Island Point and Honeymoon Bay. Admire the beauty of your surroundings and the Double Island Point Lighthouse from a unique perspective. Bottlenose dolphin pods are often seen in the area, feeding on large schools of fish. They’re often as curious about you as you are about them. Spot other local and migrating wildlife, including humpback whales (June-November), turtles, manta rays, stingrays, and a variety of sea birds.

Start your tour with pickup in Hervey Bay, the gateway to K'gari (Fraser Island). Then relax on the 40-minute cruise across the Great Sandy Marine Park to the island. Keep your eyes peeled for dolphins and turtles. Explore some of the most beautiful spots as you listen to fascinating facts about the island’s history. Over the two days, you’ll travel in between sites in the air-conditioned comfort of a 4WD coach. Visit Central Station to admire the towering trees, and learn why K'gari was so valuable to the timber industry. Stroll along the Wanggoolba Creek boardwalk and explore the subtropical rainforest in Pile Valley. Relax on the sandy beaches around Lake McKenzie. As an optional extra, you can take a scenic flight over the island from here. Float down Eli Creek, and see the famous Maheno shipwreck. Be amazed by The Pinnacles colored sands and hear the Dreamtime tale of how they were formed. See the spectacular Indian Head while cruising up 75 Mile Beach. Visit the Champagne Pools and slip into this amazing natural jacuzzi, formed by the crashing waves. Trek across the Hammerstone Sandblow and take a dip in Lake Wabby.   Stay overnight at the K'gari Beach Resort and on the end of the second day, board the 5:00 PM ferry back to River Heads. The shuttle service will take you back to your accommodation from there.

Begin your 3-hour adventure with a 4WD beach drive in the Great Sandy National Park. Head to the spectacular Double Island Point to enjoy scenic views of Fraser Island and the colored sands of Rainbow Beach. Afterward, head out on a relaxed kayaking tour around the headland as you admire the beauty of the natural surroundings and take in the Double Island Point Lighthouse from a unique perspective. Keep an eye out for the curious bottlenose dolphin pods who are often seen in this area, feeding on large schools of fish. Also, see local and migrating wildlife, including humpback whales (June-November), turtles, manta rays, stingrays, soldier crabs in their thousands, and migrating sea birds.

Learning to surf at Sunshine Coast’s hidden gem is a truly unique surfing adventure. Only accessible by 4WD vehicles through the Great Sandy National Park is the spectacular Double Island Point. This location features a long sandy point break with waves that seem to go forever and one of the easiest most satisfying locations you will ever learn to surf on. You could be riding waves for 100’s of meters on your first surf lesson. Surfing in a pristine National Park environment is great for the soul and gives you a sense of freedom and a back to nature experience with the wild. Learn to surf in waist deep water with friendly instructors that are highly experienced and fully qualified to get you surfing and having fun in a safe, uncrowded environment. Guaranteed that you will stand up on your first surf lesson! Intermediate and advanced surf instruction also available.

Experience a truly sustainable kayak adventure with our Noosa Everglades One Day Self Guided Tour and immerse yourself in a pristine wilderness as you explore one of just two Everglades in the world. This is a stunning place of serene natural beauty, bursting with more than 44% of Australia’s bird life, and 1365 plant species. The unique landscape is best explored by kayak to really connect and experience its nature, wildlife, and tranquility. Kanu Kapers use streamlined, locally handcrafted expedition sea kayak for maximum cruising pleasure and provide expert tuition as well as a detailed map briefing so you know where to go

Depart Rainbow Beach to discover a hidden paradise only accessible by taking a 4WD vehicle through the Great Sandy National Park. Arriving at the spectacular Double Island Point, you will find a perfect surfing location, with long waves that seem to go on forever. You could be riding waves for 100’s of meters on your first surfing lesson. Learn to surf in waist-deep water with friendly instructors that are highly experienced and fully qualified to get you surfing and having fun in a safe, uncrowded environment. Don’t worry if you have never surfed before, you will be taught the basics and will develop through the lesson. If you're not a complete beginner and looking to progress further with your surfing, we have fully accredited surf instructors with all the technical guidance you need. From learning how to ride the nose on a longboard to more advanced shortboard training.

This experience offers an unbelievable opportunity to spot and encounter the ocean’s most majestic creatures in their natural environment the eco way on ocean kayaks. Experience Whale Watching the Eco way on our fully guided sea kayak tours taking in the pristine natural environment of the Great Sandy National Park. We are committed to promoting a relaxed and minimal impact approach to viewing marine mammals on our tours, particularly within the protected confines of the marine park. Our ‘paddles up’ procedure ensures that interactions are conducted on the terms of the marine mammals, fostering both the safest and most rewarding experiences. This respectful approach allows us to observe these magnificent creatures without disrupting their natural behaviors, aligning with our dedication to conservation and responsible wildlife tourism. During whale migration we encounter whales most days with opportunity for spotting starting from the thrilling beach drive as many migrate close to shore. On our guided ocean kayaking experience we can encounter whales some days very close, other days a bit further away as it is always on the marine mammals terms. The unpredictable nature of wildlife, especially whales, means each tour is a unique experience shaped by natural elements beyond our control. We encourage guests to come with an open mind, ready to explore the vast beauty of the National Park. Turtles, pods of dolphins and rays are also frequently encountered on this tour. Noosa North Shore’s Double Island Point is exclusively accessible by 4X4 vehicles and our tours take you generally around the low tide, it’s often away from the crowds and into the heart of the Great Sandy National Park where many of the local and migrating wildlife can be experienced. Some of the locations incredible natural features include the crystal clear waters of Honeymoon Bay, towering ancient coloured sands and scenic K’Gari (Fraser Island) views. Humpback Whales often pass by with an estimate 40,000 migrating north this year and some rest with their calf in the tranquil waters of Double Island Point.

Experience the stunning beaches and clearest waters of Double Island on Stand Up Paddle (SUP). Explore this stunning location with super easy skills taught on a basic flat water lesson or try SUP surfing on super long gentle waves. Take it slow and cruise along the pristine shoreline experiencing the local wildlife from a very unique view or treat it as a fun solid workout great for core training! Instructors will teach you basic SUP techniques and guide you through the tour. Our exciting stand up paddle lesson uses Double Island lagoons protected from the wind and waves of the open water. Paddle in a buzzing ecosystem that not only is home to a large number of turtles that feed and rest here but also many other marine life including Bottlenose dolphins, rays, sea birds, fish and crabs.

Benefit from pickup at your accommodation, if located between Mooloolaba and Noosa, and then set off on a 6-hour off-road adventure to get stunning views of the golden the sands. Drive across a pristine stretch of white sand with stunning headland views all the way from Noosa to Double Island Point. Stop to admire the scenery of Great Sandy National Park, and take in the impressive views from the Double Island Point Lighthouse. Keep a look out for turtles, sharks, manta rays, and pods of dolphins in their natural environment, along with majestic humpback whales between June and October. Get exclusive access to the lighthouse to discover parts of the popular spot you might otherwise miss. Take photos of the dramatic Red Canyon and Coloured Sands, and watch a demonstration of the traditional techniques of the Aborigines. Go to a scenic picnic spot in Great Sandy National Park, where friendly Lace Monitor Lizards may join you for a selfie. Cool off with a dip in the ocean before the return trip to your accommodation.