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Whale Watching by Sea World Cruises
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Sea World Whale Watch is the Gold Coast’s Closest Operator to the Humpback Highway; spend less time in transit and more time with the whales!...

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (329)
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$63.86
Aquaduck Gold Coast 1 hour City and River Tour
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1 hour Aquaduck city and river tour. Departing from the heart of Surfers Paradise, tours aboard the amphibious ‘Aquaduck’ combine an informative city-tour with a...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
4.6 (369)
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$46.64
Gold Coast Tandem Skydive
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Take the plunge and tandem skydive over the Gold Coast's beautiful beaches. Your friendly guide will ensure your experience is one to remember for all...

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (468)
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$376.70
Tamborine Mountain High Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park
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Unlike other adventure parks, the TreeTop Challenge at Tamborine Mountain offers: Australia’s largest aerial adventure — more activities and ziplines than anywhere else in the...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (160)
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$57.40
Currumbin High Ropes and Zipline Adventure
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Australia’s only zipline over a crocodile enclosure! More than 100+ high-wire challenges! 14 absolutely epic ziplines reaching up to 100m! 7 courses: Easy Green to...

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (23)
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$57.40
50 Minutes, Southport GC Aqua Park Inflatable Water Activity

Book 50 minutes of non-stop inflatable fun with Gold Coast’s award-winning water park, crowned Queensland’s Best Major Tourist Attraction in 2024 and winner of multiple...

50 minutes
50 minutes
50 minutes
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$20.81
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. Feel the rush of adrenaline as our highly skilled and...

45 minutesFree Cancellation
45 minutesFree Cancellation
45 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (96)
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$49.51
Swim with Whales Gold Coast

Cooly Eco Adventures uses the ‘soft in-water encounters’ approach which is a proven method to achieve a successful and sustainable whale swim. Every whale swim...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (48)
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$286.29
Burleigh Head: Walkabout Small Group Tour

Discover the heart of the Gold Coast on the Jellurgal Walkabout Tour. Led by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander guide, this immersive experience connects...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$42.33
GC Aqua Park 100 Minute Inflatable Water Park Activity, Southport

Book 100 minutes of non-stop inflatable fun with Gold Coast’s award-winning water park, crowned Queensland’s Best Major Tourist Attraction in 2024 and winner of multiple...

1 hour 40 minutes
1 hour 40 minutes
1 hour 40 minutes
5.0 (150)
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$27.98
Gold Coast: Dreamworld 1-Day Ticket - Valid for 12 Months

Enjoy one full day at Dreamworld with the flexibility to visit any operating day within 12 months of purchase. Just a short drive from both...

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1 day
1 day
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$78.21
1.5 hr Jet Ski Safari tour to South Stradbroke Island!
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You can’t come to the Gold Coast without experiencing the ultimate Jet Ski adventure! No licence or experience required !! We cater for all levels,...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (373)
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$213.89
Gold Coast Parasailing – Tandem & Triple Flights
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• Enjoy the thrills of parasailing for you and a friend or partner in this experience  • Great gift idea or idea for a fun...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (286)
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$71.04
Gold Coast: Wavebreak Island Kayak, Snorkel & Fish Feeding

Experience the ultimate outdoor adventure and create cherished memories with loved ones on our unique kayaking trip. Paddle along the picturesque Broadwater, where encounters with...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$69.60
Snorkel with Turtles Gold Coast
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You will see the wonders of the Pacific Ocean from above and below the surface. Dive into the wonders of the biodiverse Turtle Island (Cook...

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (165)
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$113.74
2.5 hr Jet Ski Safaris tour - Ultimate Adventure + island stop
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A unique and exciting adventure activity on the Gold Coast! 80 Kilometer Jet Ski Safari, 2.5 Hours (total duration 3.5 hour including and safety induction)...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (188)
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$285.42
Gold Coast Canyon Flyer Zipline Tour

The Canyon Flyer guided zipline tour is Australia’s largest, highest and fastest guided zipline tour and one the most exciting adventure on the Gold Coast....

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$96.87
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...

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$71.04
Surf Lesson on the Gold Coasts locals Favourite beach (Ages 14+)
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Anyone can now experience the thrill of a surfing lesson at one of the area's best surf schools. You'll have fun, be safe and you...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$53.81
2 Hour Ultimate Learn to Surf Adventure

This is the ultimate Australian Surfing Adventure. Experience the thrill as you learn surfing, have a laugh and make new friends. With a maximum of...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$46.23

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