Top Noosa & Sunshine Coast Water Tours

Take an unforgettable wilderness cruise in one of Australia’s most pristine regions, the Noosa Everglades. Your full-day adventure begins with a cruise across Lake Cootharaba to the start of the Noosa Everglades. Take a guided boardwalk at Fig Tree Point,  before moving further into the Everglades and stopping at historic Harry’s Hut – a relic of the early timber cutting days. Explore, take a swim in pristine waters, photograph the abundant wildlife or simply relax in this unique natural environment.  Enjoy lunch while taking in the stunning views of Lake Cootharaba and maybe even spot a few kangaroos.

Enjoy an afternoon cruise in the Noosa Everglades for another perspective on the Sunshine Coast. See Australian wildlife as you glide across Lake Cooroibah and Lake Cootharaba to reach the Noosa River, situated within Great Sandy National Park's Cooloola Recreation Area. Learn from informative commentary supplied by your captain as you sit back and relax in this unique natural environment. After your Noosa Everglades cruise, you'll enjoy an anipasto platter while overlooking Lake Cootharaba.

Go kayaking with dolphins and 4-wheeling on the beach during a half-day tour on the Sunshine Coast, just north of Brisbane. Visit a National Park location that is only accessible by 4WD vehicle, and kayak around Double Island Point looking for dolphins, migrating whales, turtles, rays and more. Includes kayak equipment and instruction, light refreshments, and transportation by 4WD and ferry.

The Oceanrider Adventure Tour is a faster-paced tour that starts at the Noosa Marina with a cruise down the Noosa River and crossing the Noosa Bar, where the river meets the sea at Laguna Bay. You will experience tighter turns and the manoeuvring capabilities of the Gemini RIB that is Oceanrider while encountering and negotiating ocean swells and waves.

Mooloolaba Canal Cruise has been operating for over 30 years. We are The Original Mooloolaba Canal Cruise. The M.V. Mudjimba is the last of it's kind being the only remaining Brisbane Harbour River Ferry built in 1963. We are the only BYO food and alcohol cruise vessel operating from The Wharf Mooloolaba. Grab a drink and nibbles to enjoy whilst you sit back and relax on your cruise. Still water cruising, open sides for all round viewing of the beautiful Mooloolah River, Harbour River and Canals. Drop down clear windows for inclement weather. Pelican and fish feeding. Informative and fun commentary. Just read our TripAdvisor and Google reviews to see what all the fuss is about. One of the best hours you'll spend in Mooloolaba!

Make the end of your vacation easier and avoid the hassle of planning rides for your return home with help from this Brisbane Airport departure shuttle transfer from Sunshine Coast hotels. You can get picked up at a hotel or private residence, anywhere along the coast from Caloundra to Noosa, and get dropped off at the airport.

Set sail for a scenic cruise around the Noosa Everglades on this full-day tour, including hotel pick-up from Noosa Heads or Noosaville. Zip down the Noosa River on a motorboat, then spot some of Australia’s most vibrant birds as you drift around the Cooroibah and Cootharaba lakes. Hop on a canoe and paddle your way along the River of Mirrors in the Great Sandy National Park. After tuck, into a roast lunch with  stunning views of Lake Cootharaba.

Escape the mainland—and discover Fraser Island’s UNESCO-listed scenery—on this seamless day trip. Depart in the morning directly from your Noosa or Rainbow Beach accommodation, and travel in the comfort of a custom-built 4x4 vehicle. You’ll discover the highlights of Fraser Island—the world’s largest sand island. Stop for breakfast on Seventy-Five Mile Beach, swim in Lake McKenzie, discover the Central Station Rainforest, and much more.

Swoop over the dramatic landscapes of Australia’s Sunshine Coast on this exhilarating 10-minute seaplane flight from Maroochydore. Enjoy stunning aerial views as you fly over the golden sands of Mooloolaba Beach, swoop low over the Maroochy River and glide over Point Cartright. Best of all: with numbers limited to just three passengers, you’re guaranteed a window seat, ensuring magnificent bird’s eye views.

Planning your ride from the Sunshine Coast to the Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) can be difficult, but this Sunshine Coast Airport departure transfer makes it easy. End your trip on a good note, and ride this climate-controlled, comfortable transfer from your hotel to the airport. This transport service will pick you up anywhere on the Sunshine Coast, from Caloundra to Noosa.

Animal lovers will enjoy this small-group dolphin-watching tour from Noosa. Cruise into Noosa’s National Marine Park on the lookout for local dolphins as well as sea turtles and manta rays, among other wildlife. Dolphins are present in these waters year-round so there’s a good chance of seeing them. Enjoy beautiful views of the coastline of Noosa National Park along the way.

This Hinterland Scenic Food & Wine tour includes local cheese tasting in Maleny, a fabulous 2-course lunch, wine tasting, a visit to the quaint Hinterland village of Montville followed by a touch of luxury with a platter of handmade Belgian chocolates.

Go shopping at Eumundi market, considered one of Australia’s premier markets for artisan crafts. Round-trip transfers from your accommodation in Mooloolaba, Maroochydore, Coolum, or Noosa make it easy to visit this market for three hours on a Wednesday or Saturday morning during your vacation on the Sunshine Coast.

This tour shows you the best of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland region. Visiting two local wineries and Restaurant for lunch. Our local tour guides have intimate local knowledge, stories and tips

Thrill seekers won’t want to miss this exciting speed raft tour from Mooloolaba. The powerful, 350 horsepower action raft will travel at high speeds into the open ocean, surprising passengers with dramatic twists and turns. Don’t forget to enjoy the views of Mooloolaba, Point Cartwright, and Mudjimba Island along the way.

If you’re trying to choose between taking a bus tour or a boat tour of the Sunshine Coast you don’t have to with an amphibious Aquaduck tour. The one-hour tour starts on the beach and follows canals, waterways, and local streets. Learn more about the history and culture of the Sunshine Coast from the commentary and enjoy the excitement of riding in this special vehicle.

See whales in their natural habitat as you embark on a whale-watching tour out to Noosa heads. Join a small group, board your vessel, and set out in search of humpback whales. These gentle giants make their way to the area in the winter months and put on a show for spectators, breaching the waters, tail slapping, and swimming with their calves.

Discover the wildlife of Noosa as you embark on a scenic dolphin-watching tour down the Noosa River. Join a small group and board your vessel for your scenic cruise that begins in the Noosa Marina. Cruise past scenic landscapes and sights, such as Hell’s Gate, and keep your eyes peeled for the playful mammals.

Our Nauticycle Water Bike tour is a fun and eco friendly self guided tour, that lets you get into nature and away from the crowds. The bikes glide easily and silently through the water allowing amazing opportunities for wildlife watching. The scenery is beautiful and the water is clear, match this with a secluded stop and it makes for a sensational day on the water. This is the best way to get out and explore Noosa River. Our self guided tour comes complete with a dry bag, map and suggested itineraries, or alternatively, you can hire the bikes and head out and choose your own adventure. It's easy to do, even if you can't ride a bike you can ride one of these. If you love cycling, even better, this is cycling on water, without the stress of the road. They're agile and efficient and will surprise everyone on just how much fun they are. So join us for an amazing, sustainable, eco experience.

Wildlife enthusiasts won't want to miss the opportunity to see the humpback whale migration up close. On this small-group boat tour with a maximum of nine passengers, everyone is guaranteed a window seat. The high-speed boat will take you out to the whales quickly, so there's more time to enjoy watching them. Be amazed by the beautiful Sunshine Coast backdrop, too.

Grab your partner or a small group of friends for a relaxing Noosa River cruise on board an electric picnic boat. There’s space for up to 8 passengers and plenty of shade. Head upriver to the Great Sandy National Park or downriver to the Noosa River mouth: this is a private tour so the itinerary can be customized to suit your needs.

Experience the beauty of Noosa and the everglades on this private full-day guided tour. Your first spot is Hastings Street, where you’re free to go for a coffee and a wander before jumping on the scenic Noosa Ferry to Tewantin. After a lovely lunch in a restaurant overlooking the river, you’ll then head out on a Noosa Everglades Serenity Cruise for a scenic afternoon adventure—complete with bubbles and afternoon tea.

See the spectacle of whales off the Noosa coast on this boat tour along the Noosa coastline. Spend time out at sea with an expert guide and learn all about the whales that migrate through these waters. Enjoy views of the Noosa National park, and feel adventurous as the Noosa Thriller boat splashes over the surf towards panoramic views of the ocean—perfect for spotting whales.

Don’t just visit Noosa—go on an adventure! Explore Noosa River and its inlets and beaches on this kayak tour, led by trained guides. Listen to your guides explain the importance of the mangroves as you paddle beneath them, and hear about the history of the local area and the wildlife—and people—who live there. Explore the area in a unique way, taking in the scenery from the river.