Australia · summer (Jun-Aug)

Summer in Gold Coast: Best Tours & Activities

57km of surf beaches backed by theme parks and rainforest hinterland — Australia's playground. Boat trips, beach clubs, rooftop tours, outdoor food markets and long-daylight walking tours in Gold Coast — peak-season activities worth the crowds, all skip-the-line.

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Summer experiences in Gold Coast

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55 min

Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast Jet Boat Ride: 55 Minutes

Brace yourself and hold on for an exhilarating 55 minute jet boat thrill ride on the beautiful Gold Coast Broadwater.

Top-rated · 4.9★
Bestseller

From $60 a person

30 min

Gold Coast 30-Minute Jet Boat Ride - More Speed, More Spins

The Gold Coast Classic Jet Boat Ride offers an exhilarating 30-minute adventure that takes excitement to a whole new level.

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From $35 a person

1h 30m

Gold Coast Helicopter 10 min Flight and Jet Boat Ride

See the sights of the Gold Coast from the sea and air on this combo helicopter flight and jet boat ride package.

4.8★ · 95 reviews
Free cancellation

From $149 a person

40 min

Gold Coast JetBlast Jet Boat Ride – 40-Minute Thrill Experience

40 Minute Jetboat Jet Blast Ride Time or budget constraints? This is the perfect jet boating option for you. • 40 minutes & 20 kilometres Jet-Blast. Departing from Surfers...

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Short pick · ≤2h

From $39 a person

45 min

Gold Coast 45-Minute Jet Boat Ride - More Time, More Action

Get ready for the most exhilarating marine adventure on the Gold Coast with Arro Jet.

5.0★ · 94 reviews
Free cancellation

From $49 a person

1h to 4h

Gold Coast Boat Hire Self-Drive with No License Required

Sea the Sights and stand out from the others - experience the thrill of being your own captain onboard our fleet of affordable, unique electric boats for hire, providing the...

4.9★ · 58 reviews
Free cancellation

From $117 a person

Boat trip along the Golden Coast and Benagil Caves

We are a certified “Clean and Safe“ company.

Top-rated · 5.0★
Free cancellation

From $37 a person

Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass

Cruise the stunning Gold Coast waterways aboard the city’s only hop-on hop-off explorer and best-value sightseeing tour.

4.8★ · 78 reviews
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From $32 a person

1h 30m

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

Unwind in style with our 1.5-hour Sunset sightseeing Cruise, the perfect way to take in the stunning beauty of Surfers Paradise skyline, Marina Mirage, and the Gold Coast...

4.7★ · 148 reviews
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From $39 a person

2h 30m

Gold Coast Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise

Board The Spirit of Elston and become immersed in this unique and delectable dining experience.

4.6★ · 220 reviews
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From $98 a person

30 min

Australia's First Upside Down House Photo Experience

Enter the House Down Under and experience the world in an inverted perspective!

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From $15 a person

Surfers Paradise - 2 Hour Gold Coast Sightseeing Cruise

Discover the Gold Coast in style on a 2-hour sightseeing cruise along Hopo’s vibrant ferry route.

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From $21 a person

Aquaduck Gold Coast 1 hour City and River Tour

1 hour Aquaduck city and river tour.

4.5★ · 381 reviews
Free cancellation

From $46 a person

Gold Coast Jet Boat Adventure – 1-Hour Thrill Ride

Zoom around the waters of the Gold Coast Broadwater on a thrilling jet boat ride.

Top-rated · 4.9★
Free cancellation

From $60 a person

Learn to Surf at Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast

Learn to surf at Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast in Queensland, one of Australia's most iconic surf destinations.

Top-rated · 5.0★
Free cancellation

From $59 a person

Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise

Set sail on the stunning waters of the Gold Coast on this exclusive, two-hour lunch and sightseeing cruise, departing from a convenient spot in the heart of Surfers Paradise.

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $63 a person

Gold Coast & Surfers Paradise - Parasail & V8 Jetboat Combo

• Enjoy the thrills of parasailing for you and a friend or partner in this tandem experience • Soar in the sky 400ft high above the Gold Coasts broad water taking enjoying all...

4.8★ · 78 reviews
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From $110 a person

Themepark shuttle pickup/dropoff from your hotel!

Roo Pass - Brisbane/Gold Coast Airport & GC Theme Parks

Roo Pass is the most convenient Brisbane Airport and/or Gold Coast Airport and Theme Park transfer pass.

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From $71 a person

Try Scuba Diving at Cook Island – Guided Ocean Dive with Turtles

Cook Island, a short boat trip from the Gold Coast, is an accessible and appealing dive site for all experience levels.

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Likely to sell out

From $190 a person

Learn to Surf at Broadbeach on the Gold Coast

Enjoy a 2-hour surf lesson at Broadbeach on the Gold Coast.

Top-rated · 4.9★
Free cancellation

From $59 a person

2h 30m

Gold Coast Kayaking & Snorkelling Tour (2.5 Hours)

As our guest, you’ll be warmly welcomed by fantastic and friendly guides before paddling across the beautiful Broadwater to a hidden island just minutes from the city.