Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Queensland (Updated 2026)
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Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Day Pass
Treat yourself to a day out at the world's first and largest koala sanctuary, home to over 100 koalas and 75 species of native Australian...
$44
Discover Fitzroy Island’s beauty on a half-day trip! Snorkel vibrant reefs, relax on Nudey Beach, and soak in tropical views. Book your adventure now! Departs...
$76
Discover Far North Queensland's rainforest on this self-guided Kuranda tour with return transfers from Cairns City. We combine two iconic attractions - the Skyrail Rainforest...
$175
Explore the very outer Great Barrier Reef in luxury and style with Calypso. The custom designed vessel will take you to Agincourt or Opal Reef,...
$223
Travel to Moreton Island from Brisbane or the Gold Coast for a full day of fun in the sun. Your guide takes you by 4WD...
$126
Discover the natural beauty of Tropical North Queensland on a full-day guided adventure through the Atherton Tablelands. Explore ancient rainforest, swim in pristine waters, and...
$132
Learn to surf at Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast in Queensland, one of Australia's most iconic surf destinations. With its warm waters and golden...
$70
Explore some of the Whitsundays best-kept secrets with the 2024 BEST ADVENTURE TOURISM BUSINESS in the Whitsundays (Whitsunday Tourism Awards). Fun and informative ECO tour...
$138
Escape the city and embark on an unforgettable wine-tasting tour in Tamborine Mountain, Queensland’s stunning Gold Coast Hinterland. Visit two award-winning boutique wineries and sample...
$140
45-minute tour of Sirromet Winery followed by a 45-minute tasting of 6 award winning wines from the Granite Belt Region. Go "behind the scenes" of...
$24
Kuranda OR Palm Cove – Small Group Tour Enjoy hotel pickup from Port Douglas or Palm Cove (NOT Cairns) at 11:00 AM or 8:30 AM....
$84
Cairns Classic Hot Air Balloon ride
Don't miss the chance to go for a hot-air balloon flight over Far North Queensland's Atherton Tablelands. It's one of the "must do" activities when...
$347
Cape Tribulation Day Tour from Cairns
Cape Tribbin’ isn’t your average rainforest tour - it’s a day packed with tropical adventures, legendary vibes, and a whole lot of fun! Cruise the...
$174
Great Barrier Reef Full Day Tour from Cairns
Join Divers Den for an unforgettable day trip to the Great Barrier Reef, around 90 minutes from Cairns. Explore two exclusive reef sites on the...
$174
Join a whale watching cruise in Hervey Bay. Sit back and relax enjoying the breathtaking sights as you cruise past the beautiful white sandy beaches of Fraser...
$110
Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon Flight
Go Ballooning is a family-run business that strives to provide high-quality customer experience and create unforgettable memories. The company's basket is six meters long, leaving...
$282
Discover the story of Brisbane on this expert-led small-group walking tour, while hitting all of the city’s main attractions. Perfect for those who have just...
$59
For a VIP Shared Booth Experience - Travel in style and enjoy a local cheese plate plus a souvenir tumbler, and a bottle of water...
$111
Step into one of the world’s oldest living ecosystems with this full-day Daintree Rainforest Tour. This immersive experience takes you deep into the heart of...
$167
Frankland Islands Reef Cruises are the only commercial operator allowed to land on stunning Normanby Island, offering ample space and time for relaxation and exploration....
$182
