10 Nature & Wildlife Tours in Noosa That You Shouldn't Miss

Noosa's original ocean tour company and consistently voted the best. Choose from the Adventure Tour, Dolphin Safari or Whale Watching Tour; an Oceanrider tour is a ‘must-do’ on the list of ‘things to do in Noosa’ Twelve passengers seated in six rows of two means that everyone gets a ‘window seat’ and a personalized experience that only a small group allows. ​ Our RIB boat is the same that the Navy, Coast Guard, and Water Police use, which reflects its reliability and high safety standards. Your Captain Nathan has extensive Australian and international maritime experience, so you are in good hands. For more information on the boat or captain,​ read the respective blogs on our website. Come and enjoy the tour of your choice and take in the beautiful Noosa coast from a different perspective.

Equathon Horse Riding Adventures offer award winning horse riding tours on the beach at Noosa North Shore, and the Sunshine Coast hinterland. Tours are managed by triple Olympian, Alex Watson and feature beautifully trained and presented Australian Stock Horses. Experience our daily riding tours on the beach or extend your stay for an overnight riding adventure. Available from one night up to six nights/seven days, tours include beautiful regional accommodation and meals at competitive prices.

Experience the style and excitement of a bygone era and feel like movie stars while you explore the beautiful Noosa River and Lakes on board a stunning, hand crafted classic mahogany speed boat. We offer private sight seeing tours and a selection of special packages where you can combine a cruise with a romantic catered sandbar picnic or a meal at a beautiful riverside restaurant. Your skipper and guide Michael will give you a truly unforgettable experience and will also send you complimentary digital photos after your cruise. On your tour you'll enjoy a leisurely cruise around Noosa Sound and then experience the speed and excitement of classic power boating as you head up the Noosa River towards Sir Richard Branson's private Makepeace Island retreat, Lake Cooroibah and Lake Cootharaba. On your return journey, you can visit the Noosa River mouth and see our sandbars and abundant bird life. A Noosa Dreamboats classic boat cruise is a memorable and unique way to experience the natural beauty of Noosa's idyllic waterways or to celebrate any special occasion in Noosa.

Do something different! Have some fun!Enjoy a half day (morning or afternoon) quad biking tour of the beautiful Noosa Hinterland & the hidden gems of the Woondum National Park, including stunning oasis rock pools. Free courtesy bus from Noosa & surrounding areas, No experience necessary. Only a car licence required, full training & induction course, approx 3.5 hours

If you're visiting the Sunshine Coast and are looking for something to do, then look no further. Our day tours are specifically designed to let you explore our amazing neighbourhood without any hassle. Our tours run every weekend exploring the very best that the Sunshine Coast has to offer.

Welcome to Tropical Treks Birding Adventures specialists in small group, personalised guided birding and wildlife experiences in the Hinterlands of Noosa and the Sunshine Coast. This region supports over 300 species of birds within a Sub-tropical zone of incredible beauty and diversity. We visit the UNESCO Noosa Biosphere Reserve, exploring Mangroves, Wallum, Rainforests and Eucalypt forests in search of birds and other wildlife. Some bird species seen: Satin Bowerbird, Regent Bowerbird, Paradise Riflebird, White-bellied Sea Eagle, Eastern Osprey, Golden Whistler, Shining Bronze-cuckoo, Wompoo Fruit-dove, Rose-crowned Fruit-dove, Topknot Pigeon, Channel-billed Cuckoo, White-throated Gerygone, White-eared Monarch, Spectacled Monarch, Great Crested Grebe, Tawny Frogmouth, White-throated Treecreeper, Pacific Baza, Glossy Black-cockatoo, Australian King Parrot, Red-backed Fairy-wren. Other species: Eastern Grey Kangaroo, Lace Monitor, Grey-headed Flying-fox, Red-legged Pademelon.

Epic Ocean Adventures offer Dolphin View Sea Kayak Tours, National Park Surf Lessons at Australia's longest wave and Stand Up Paddle Boarding eco tours at Noosa to Double Island Point . Double Island Point is a spectacular and incredibly diverse Marine Park that is only able to be accessed at low tide along Teewah Beach by 4X4. Along this unique beach drive you can expect to see dolphin pods playing in the waves, whales in season close to shore, locals camping and fishing on the beach and a variety of local and migrating birds. The thrill of driving along the pristine endless beach is always a great highlight. Home to many different varieties of wildlife and an incredible long and uncrowded surfing wave this tropical Marine Park paradise is a hidden gem that is a must do day trip if visiting Noosa or the Sunshine Coast.

Capture the dramatic coastline, scenery and wildlife. Indulge in an unique once in a lifetime experience driving on over 70 kilometres of golden sandy beaches from Noosa to Rainbow Beach on Queensland's Great Beach Drive. From start to finish, our intimate and flexible tour offers you the freedom to explore, to stay a little longer and to make the most of this amazing experience. Tours depart daily and take in Double Island Point Lighthouse, Rainbow Beach for a coloured sands demonstration, Red Canyon, Double Island Point Lighthouse for 360 degree views from Noosa to Fraser Island, Honeymoon Bay Lagoon, Carlo Sandblow and the natural beauty and wildlife of this amazing coastline. For the ultimate indulgence, there is also the option to book your own private tour experience, giving you the freedom to design your own adventure.

Queensland's multi award-winning tour company offers you a choice of unforgettable wilderness experiences into one of Australia's most pristine regions. Our tours depart Habitat Noosa Everglades Eco Camp on the doorstep of Australia's only Everglades, only 25 min from Noosa. Complimentary return shuttle bus transfers from your accommodation in Noosa set the scene for an unforgettable day “out of Noosa”. Explore your accessible wilderness experience.

Dive - Snorkel - Swim - Explore our Subtropical Reefs Whether you are an experienced or beginner diver, maybe new to snorkelling, we will tailor make your adventure to suit you. All dives have a professionally certified PADI dive leader to guide you around the site. We offer PADI dive courses for all levels and fun dives at the most unbelievable dive sites in Australia