Stradbroke Island YHA

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Things to do in Stradbroke Island YHA

Located east of Brisbane, Stradbroke Island is a natural treasure with kilometres of white sandy beaches, picturesque headlands, inland lakes and an abundance of wildlife. Enjoy 4WD tours, sand boarding, sea kayaking or the spectacular North Gorge Headlands walk where you can see whales (June-October), manta rays (November-April), dolphins and turtles. The onsite SSI dive centre caters for divers and snorkellers with daily charters and dive courses available.

Local bands on Saturday nights at Stradbroke Island hotel. Bonfires and BBQs at and around hostel.

At the hostel

Snorkelling Boat Trip

Join one of the boat trips or snorkel the South Gorge. Prices from $99 per person to join a boat trip.

When:

Most days. Weather dependent.

Where:

Meet at Reception

Surfboard hire from $20

Keen to catch some waves on straddie? Hire a board from reception for $20 for an hour, $30 for a half day or $50 for a full day.

When:

Daily

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Hire from reception

Sunset on Adder Rock

End your day watching the sunset 2 minutes from the hostel on the beach.

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Daily

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Adder Rock

Free ping pong and pool

Free ping pong and pool table available for all guests.

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Daily

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Common area

Scuba Diving

Come experience the best scuba diving in the Brisbane area with us! Manta Lodge & Scuba Centre has access to one of Australia’s premier underwater playgrounds, the Moreton Bay Marine Park, which includes the famous Manta Bommie, rated as a Top 10 Dive Site in Australia.

From $140

When:

ask reception

Where:

ask reception

Sandboarding

Join our awesome sandboarding adventure for only $40. Ask at reception for more information

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Where:

Ask at reception

Tours & activities related to this hostel

Fraser Island and Whitsundays package

Save time and money with this flexible package that includes YHA accommodation, Fraser Island 4WD Bus Tour from Hervey Bay, and a Whitsunday Sailing Tour. Save $100!

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FREE things to do in Point Lookout

Visit the Gorge Walk at the top of Point Lookout for spectacular views and wildlife. Relax or walk along the islands beautiful beaches.
Go surfing and take advantage of the free boogie boards or hire our surfboards to enjoy the waves.
Sunset on Adder Rock - end your day watching the sunset just a 2 minutes from the hostel.
Bush walking - every Wednesday the local bushwalkers meet at 8-8:30am to complete a walk on the island. (Only available through the cooler months).
Meander through the variety of market stalls showcasing local produce from the island and surrounding area. Runs alternate Sundays.