Tours and Trips in Brisbane

Paddle your way to Australia's easternmost point on this 3-hour sea kayaking adventure from Byron Bay, including hotel pick-up. After learning to steer your tandem kayak, set out from Clarkes Beach and enjoy waterside views of landmarks like the Byron Bay lighthouse, the Julian Rocks, Wategos millionaire row and Cape Byron. Keep a look out for dolphins, sea turtles and whales as you cruise around the bay, then cool off with a swim before heading back to shore.

Go skydiving from Brisbane for the thrill of a lifetime and spectacular views of Moreton Bay and the Glasshouse Mountains. Jump in tandem with your expert instructor and experience a short freefall before your instructor releases the parachute. Then float gently down to one of Redcliffe's beautiful beaches to complete your skydive in style.

Get a fantastic introduction to the history and attractions of Queensland's charming capital with this 3-hour Brisbane sightseeing tour. See city highlights like Parliament House, Treasury Casino, China Town and St John's Cathedral on a coach tour. Enjoy a refreshing morning tea while onboard your cruise along Brisbane River.

Across the state line from Brisbane and the Gold Coast is Byron Bay, a coastal town with popular beaches and ocean views. Save time spent on booking rental cars and planning your itinerary with this day trip down the coast to Byron Bay. Visit Cape Byron Lighthouse and try and spot dolphins or turtles in the South Pacific Ocean and then explore the Crystal Castle and Shambala Gardens, filled with massive crystals and tropical flora.

See the top sights of Brisbane on a Segway sightseeing tour led by an entertaining and knowledgeable guide. After learning to operate your Segway, follow your guide past sights along the Brisbane River such as Kangaroo Point cliffs, Story Bridge, the City Botanic Gardens and the South Bank Parklands. Learn about Brisbane's history, landmarks and architecture and get insider tips for places to visit at your leisure. Have a choice of Segway tour lengths and even the option to end with a gourmet barbecue or prawn dinner on weekend nights.

Go rock climbing in the heart of Brisbane at Kangaroo Point. Learn basic safety procedures and learn about the vertical world during your 3-hour excursion. This location offers a great option for rock climbing in an urban setting with routes that are suitable for both beginning and experienced to climbers.

Zip around Brisbane on a fun, self-balancing Segway. Cruise past Brisbane's riverside sights, glide around the Southbank Parklands and enjoy dramatic views of Kangaroo Point Cliffs. Choose from a 1 or 2-hour sightseeing tour, by day or night, or opt for a Joy Ride experience instead and enjoy maximum riding time to concentrate on honing your Segway skills. Best of all: full instruction and practice time is provided and there's no experience necessary, so anyone can give it a go! This tour is limited to small groups, ensuring a personalized experience that you'll remember.

Kayak along the Brisbane River on a Friday night on an evening kayak tour with the option to include a prawn dinner. Learn the basics of paddling from your experienced guide, then enjoy a waterside perspective on landmarks such as the Story Bridge  or South Bank Parklands. See the multicolored displays that light up the Story Bridge at night or take in the evening lighting of South Bank. All levels of experience are welcome on this tour, which provides a fun and fascinating firsthand experience of Brisbane’s vital waterway.

From Meeanjin (Brisbane City), cruise down Maiwar (Brisbane River) as local Aboriginal guides share dreaming stories of the land and waters. Enjoy an intimate weaving circle, learning local Aboriginal language and a display of ancient Indigenous artefacts on board. From Maiwar, traditional Yuggera Country, cruise into Quandamooka waters and across the bay to Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island). On Minjerribah, you will be welcomed with a traditional smoking ceremony. In a foreshore location of an ancient midden at Goompi (Dunwich), enjoy a guided walk identifying bush tucker and medicinal plants. Quandamooka chef will serve a lunch of native bush tastes and fresh seafoods under the shade of the gum trees. In the afternoon the Yulu-Burri-Ba Dance Group will play didgeridoo, sing and dance tribal songs to say yuwayi (farewell). On the return cruise to the city enjoy live acoustic tunes, Indigenous tasting platters and local Aboriginal artwork and gifts for purchase.

Take your adventurous spirit to new heights on a 2-hour Brisbane Story Bridge Adventure day or night climb. After a safety briefing you'll follow an experienced climbing guide from the central platform to the summit, then cross the width of the Story Bridge. Hear audio commentary about Brisbane's surroundings and enjoy panoramic views of the Brisbane River, Moreton Bay, the Glass House Mountains, distant Mt Coot-tha and Lamington National Park. Bonus: one complimentary group photo of your climb!

Enjoy abseiling at sunset on an urban adventure at Kangaroo Point cliffs in Brisbane. An experienced guide leads the abseiling tour, which is suitable for both beginning and experienced participants. Enjoy a fun outdoorsy experience in the heart of Brisbane at a spot that overlooks the Brisbane River and city skyline. Watch the sun set over Brisbane during your 2-hour abseiling tour, making for an amazing end to your day.

Kayak alongside a resident pod of bottlenose dolphins in beautiful Byron Bay! Led by expert guides, this sea kayak adventure takes you through the calm waters of Cape Byron Marine Park. Learn about the protected aquatic environment along the way, see Cape Byron lighthouse and refresh with a tea and Tim Tam biscuit break on the beach. All equipment is provided, and no kayaking experience is necessary.

Visit the world's largest koala sanctuary, which is located an easy 20-minute drive from downtown Brisbane. Home to more than 130 koalas as well as more than 100 other animal species, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary offers multiple ways to learn about native Australian wildlife. Enjoy experiences such as watching koalas and hand-feeding kangaroos and wild lorikeets under staff supervision. See platypus, sheepdogs, and birds of prey in action. 

Discover the natural and cultural attractions of Australia's Gold Coast on this packed full-day tour departing from either Brisbane or the Gold Coast. Browse through the Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, Learn how to catch a crab and enjoy a seafood lunch, visit Burleigh Heads, a world renowned for its spectacular surfing conditions and drive through the Gold Coast Region to Varsity Lake, Robin and Advance Town. Enjoy the diverse experiences of the Gold Coast all in one day.

Take a leisurely river cruise from Brisbane to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary to meet native Australian wildlife up close. This half-day tour departs from bustling Southbank and cruises along the Brisbane River with views of iconic landmarks on the way to Lone Pine. Upon arrival, you'll have about 3 hours to meet the animals. Observe the platypus, and watch animal shows that feature sheepdogs and birds of prey. A great experience for animal lovers!

Explore the world's oldest koala sanctuary after a cruise down the Brisbane River. Enjoy picturesque views of Brisbane's skyline and waterfront during a ride aboard the speedy Koala Express. Then spend time with 100-plus koalas at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. Check out sheep dog and raptor shows, and feed wallabies, kangaroos, and other native species.

Discover the natural beauty of Fraser Island, the largest sand island in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site, on a 4-wheel-drive day trip from Rainbow Beach or Noosa. As you traverse the island by purpose-built 4WD, make stops at lakes, white-sand beaches, the colored sand cliffs and other natural attractions, and keep your eyes open for wildlife like birds and reptiles. Lunch is included.

Explore the southern part of the Great Barrier Reef on a full-day cruise from Bundaberg to Lady Musgrave Island. Enjoy close views of the reef as you snorkel, take a glass-bottom boat tour, and feed the fish, then see the island on foot during a guided walking tour. Keep your energy up with morning tea and a buffet lunch served on board your spacious boat, and have access to warm showers and quality snorkeling equipment. You can event try scuba diving (own expense) at this famous coral reef.

Satisfy your appetite for adventure during a 90-minute jet ski tour of Moreton Bay Marine Park from Caloundra. Take control of a powerful jet ski, either alone or with a companion, and follow your expert guide through atmospheric mangroves to spectacular volcanic landscapes and areas of dense tropical jungle. Scour the scenery for sightings of dolphins, turtles and dugongs and pose as a professional photographer captures your adventurous experience on camera.

Feel a rush of adrenaline as you soar through the air on this tandem sky dive over Byron Bay.  Enjoy the thrill of a 60-second free fall from a height of more than 15,000 feet (4,572 meters), then look down over the spectacular beaches and bay during the five-minute parachute descent. Once you're safely back on solid ground, celebrate your achievement with a personalized photo certificate to show off to friends and family back home.