AUSTRALIA
Australia's standouts.
The 15 most popular queensland tours in Australia right now, with prices, run times and what each day actually involves.
Bundaberg Rum behind-the-scenes distillery tour plus the interactive museum, with a guided tasting and time to try two rums.
“A definite must do! We had Shazza as our tour guide and she was funny, knowledgeable and friendly. My husband and I learnt a lot and had fun while walking around listening to Shazza.”
Full-day catamaran to Lady Musgrave Island from Bundaberg with snorkeling, glass-bottom boat, island walk, and meals.
“Seeing a Turtle and learning about the history of Lady Musgrave and about Turtles and laying season...”
Paronella Park admission near Innisfail includes entry, 2 guided rainforest tours, and a botanical guide, valid during opening hours.
“Beautiful day wandering the park and went back for the nighttime show. What. A treat so beautiful and the story behind it all enriches the whole experience.”
Cathedral Cave tour at Capricorn Caves: 45-minute guided walk, wheelchair ramp access, 22°C comfort, ferns, bats, and acoustics.
“Fantastic crew working there, Byron, our guide, was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Really enjoyed the music in the cathedral.”
45-minute guided trek through Capricorn Caves in Rockhampton with zigzags, a suspension bridge, and Cathedral Cave acoustics for $27.
“the whole experience was great the guide was very informative and very helpful a credit to the business and the tour was very worthwhile”
Take a 50m bungy or Australia’s only multi-person Giant Swing at AJ Hackett Cairns, with rainforest views and a well-run crew.
“WOW! What a crazy rush! At one stage my partner and I wanted to chicken out - But there's only one way down.... and we're sooo glad we did it! It was the Highlight of our holiday FOR SURE! We have been taliking about it since :)”
Catch your own barramundi in Queensland on a 1-hour hands-on fishing lesson at the Daintree Saltwater Barramundi Farm.
“Had a really good time. Very helpful and very informative about Barramundi. We all caught Barra and all caught a trophies fish. Steve was an awesome bloke.”
4-hour Amaroo cruise from Hervey Bay with guaranteed humpback sightings in season, expert spotting, and discounted Boat Club dining after.
“The half day whale watching cruise was fabulous. Our guide was full of expert knowledge and took us to numerous locations where we observed many whales with their calves. I have been on 6 carious whale watching tours over the years across the country and this tour was definitely one of the best.”
Ferry to Great Keppel Island from Yeppoon with snorkel gear, included lunch and drink, and self-guided time on the beach. Great value.
“Easy boat ride for kids aged 6-15. Great adventure to the snorkeling beach - they could snorkel off the beach and see reef, turtles, sting rays. Gear all worked well and the people were friendly and gave great advice. Good mobility is necessary for the hike over! The lunch place on the island was also…”
Sail the Whitsundays on the Avatar from Airlie Beach with reef snorkeling, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet views, and starry nights.
“Awesome trip, I loved living and sleeping on the trimaran, our crew were amazing, great itinerary all the snorkelling spots were so memorable, good food onboard, and loved meeting everyone, highly recommend!”
Half-day coach tour to Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures from Cairns with a lagoon cruise, five zones, and the Crocodile Attack show.
“Exhilarating! Loved this experience from start (chatting on the phone with the lovely Claire whom helped me find the pick up location) to the awesome drive with Marshall whom got us there safely, followed by an extraordinary experience with the crocs and other animals (loved seeing the koalas!) You’re essentially left to explore once you…”
Sail to Langford Sandbar for snorkelling, a banana boat ride, buffet lunch, and a sunset sail from Airlie Beach.
“It was a great day out. The crew were exceptional!!! Jet and Ellie were absolutely awesome. Highly recommend this.”
A 90-minute small-group cave tour in Queensland, exploring Deep Vault Cave and The Flowerpot with a guide, helmet, and headlight.
“Great tour very worthwhile. Need more advice regarding mosquito repellent ahead of the tour rather than buying it there.”
Seven hours on Great Keppel Island: glass-bottom reef viewing, snorkeling, boomnet thrills, and BBQ lunch aboard a small catamaran.
“We went as a family with 2 boys! Could not be happier with the service and experiences we had. It was the most amazing day out. The crew on board were absolutely incredible. They had all the advice even the bush family needed.”
A one-hour Sarina Sugar Shed guided tour in Queensland with tastings from cane patch to paddock-to-bottle sauces, rum, and liqueurs.
“Enthusiastic guide and very knowledgeable, I learned a lot: for example, that sugar plant belongs to the bamboo family, and that explains a lot to me. So they are not that difficult to grow if you meet a few basic requirements. The whole process of sugar production is explained in a clear and entertaining way.”
