Everything you need to do in QLD this summer

To make the most of those long balmy days and endless hours of sunshine, we’ve made a list of everything to get the most out of Queensland this summer.

Tropical North QLD

• Cruise across to Fitzroy Island and spend the day on your own private island discovering hidden beaches and hiking to lookouts.
• Cool off at Emmagen Creek right in the heart of the Daintree Rainforest.

Townsville Region

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• Explore Magnetic Island topless in a pink mini moke, the wind in your hair
• Chase waterfalls. Our pick: Wallaman Falls which is 90 mins from Townsville (which is the tallest permanent single drop waterfall in Australia).

Whitsundays

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• Soak up the tropical sun rays and feel the white soft sand between your toes at Whitehaven beach.
• Pack your swimmers and spend the day jet boating your way around the Whitsundays!

Southern Great Barrier Reef

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• Day cruise to the stunning Lady Musgrave Island and snap a selfie with a green sea turtle.
• Surf the first waves south of the Great Barrier Reef at Agnes Beach, the perfect spot for first timers.

Fraser and Sunshine Coast

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• Rent a 4WD, pack your camping gear and set off on the Great Beach Drive taking you to Noosa, Rainbow Beach and Fraser Island, ending in Hervey Bay.
• Get back to nature and wander through the picturesque Noosa National Park. Make sure you keep an eye out for Koala’s!
• Indulge in the fresh summer fruits and delicious local produce at Eumundi Markets.

Brisbane

• Get outta the city and explore the untouched beaches of Brisbane’s best kept secret: Stradbroke Island.
• Make the most of the balmy summer nights and enjoy the tastes at Eat Street Markets on the Brisbane River.

Gold Coast

• While you are in the surf capital of Australia why not grab a board and learn to surf at one of the many iconic Gold Coast Beaches. Our pick is Kira Beach!
• Go on a sunset kayaking adventure through the glassy canals of Surfers Paradise