If its adventure and fun you’re seeking in a laid back atmosphere and surrounded by stunning nature, Noosa is it. From sea to sky, forest trails to wilderness walks and mountain tops to river fun, Noosa is the perfect base with so much draw dropping beauty to explore. Learn to surf; horse ride on open beaches; mountain bike through forest trails; abseil down a cliff-face or jump waves on an adventure ride.
Understand what makes Noosa a World Surfing Reserve, with Go Ride A Wave or Learn to Surf Noosa, who will have you hanging ten in no time with top-notch instructors. Sign-up to a 2-hour lesson, and you will be paddling onto a wave at Noosa’s Main Beach, with the stunning backdrop of Noosa National Park, a feeling everyone should experience at least once in their lives.
Blast out with Noosa Oceanrider or Noosa Wave, cruising down the picturesque Noosa River, past Noosa Main Beach to view the entirety of the Noosa National Park coastal walk, leading to Sunshine Beach. Everyone gets a window seat on this unique adventure ride – keep watch for whales (June to October), dolphins and turtles.
Enjoy a casual Noosa Junction restaurant hop and dine where the locals eat. Plan your perfect dinner from plant-centric share plates at Herbert through to wood-fired sourdough pizzas at Somedays and Mexican street eats at Paradise Arcade. Finish with a tipple at Theo’s Social Club or dance the night away at the Village Bicycle.
Meet your guide for an off-road adventure, exploring the rugged beauty of The Great Beach Drive. Cruise 88km along the beach from Noosa’s North Shore, passing coloured sand cliffs and towering rainforest, and crossing two UNESCO Biosphere Reserves. Swap between surfing Australia’s longest right-hand point break to kayaking with dolphins with Epic Ocean Adventures.
Strap on your helmet for a mountain biking adventure along the 25km of flow tracks known as Wooroi Trails within Tewantin National Park. Bike On can get you kitted and skilled up before heading down one of the graded trails that best suit your levels, from thrill seekers to families.
Spend the night at Noosa’s newest boutique hotel – Bounce Noosa, designed for the young and young at heart. This new development hasn’t missed a beat, with a glass-sided swimming pool, cocktail bar to party the night away, and modern fitted out rooms with USB chargers and air conditioning, just a short stroll away from the Noosa River.
There’s nothing more exhilarating than floating over Noosa with a 360-degree view from the air. Skydive Noosa will create memories for life as you glide 10,000 or 15,000ft taking in breathtaking views along the Noosa coastline.
Transfer across the Noosa River on the car ferry barge, to discover the picturesque North Shore Wilderness Trail on Noosa North Shore. Meet your guides at Eco Tekk Noosa for a guided tour on a ‘fat wheels’ electric bike. Cruise along the beachfront keeping watch for whales and dolphins as you pedal with the wind in your hair. Trade the bike for a beach horseride with Equathon, for a one or two-hour ride exploring the bush and the beach.
Watch Noosa’s famous sunsets as you descend the 40-50m cliff face of Mt Tinbeerwah on a guided abseil. Adventure Tribe will literally show you the ropes and reward your effort with 360-degree views, as the sun sinks beneath the ocean. Celebrate with dinner at one of the many local breweries, including Land & Sea, Boiling Pot, Heads of Noosa and Copperhead.
There’s no better way to enjoy sun, surf and sand than at Noosa Main Beach. Wake up bright and early and head to one of the many health bars for a refreshing acai bowl before making tracks to the beach for a swim. Protected by the Noosa National Park Headland, expect crystal-clear turquoise water and perfect rolling waves. Stroll along Hastings Street’s selection of boutique and surf shops and stop at Noosa’s own Betty’s Burgers for lunch.
Follow the boardwalk from Noosa Main Beach to the entrance of Noosa National Park. Explore the 5.4-km Coastal Track for stunning photo opportunities at Boiling Pot, Tea Tree Bay, Granite Bay and Hell’s Gates and continue to Sunshine Beach. Keep a look out for wildlife amongst the trees, (you may see a koala or two) or out to sea there are turtles, dolphins and even whales (June to November). Visit the Sunshine Beach Surf Club for an afternoon drink, perched on the sand dunes with mesmerising ocean views. Stroll along Duke Street and get acquainted with its array of cafés, drinking dens and enchanting shops.
Explore the beauty of the Noosa Hinterland region after dark and discover the local flavours as you visit a winery, distillery, and craft brewery. Don’t worry about a thing, let the team at Creative Tours take care of everything for you so you can get on with the business of discovering some of Noosa’s best hidden gems.
Just 30 minutes’ drive from Noosa is one of Queensland’s best kept secrets, the Noosa Everglades – one of only two everglades systems in the world. It’s a place of serene natural beauty, bursting with more than 44% of Australia’s bird life and 1,365 species of plants. Glide silently on a half, full or multi-day guided or self-guided tour with advanced eco-certified Kanu Kapers, as you explore mirrored waterways and feel a million miles away.
Spend the night at Habitat Noosa Everglades Ecocamp, located on the banks of the Noosa Everglades amongst 65 acres of National Park. The onsite activity centre boasts a number of waterfront activities from stand-up paddle boards, Canadian style canoes, wave skis and kayaks, perched on the side of stunning Lake Cootharaba.
Enjoy dinner starting with drinks at the onsite microbrewery, and dining at The CootharaBar & Bistro, munching on dishes inspired by local produce. Witness hundreds of kangaroos as you spend the night in a glamping tent, safari tent, or camping under the stars. RV’s are also welcome!
Test your skills on the Noosa River with a 1.5 hour guided tour/lesson with Fliteschool Noosa. The fliteboard e-foil gives the sensation of flying over water – fast, quiet, emission free and fun! For a less adventure-fuelled activity, hire an electric picnic boat for a peaceful cruise with Eco Noosa River Adventures. There are a range of activities to suit everyone from jetskis to stand-up paddle boards.
Venture out to the Noosa countryside with Quad Bikes Noosa to Woondum National Park. No experience is needed with only a driver’s licence required to ride. Stop by rock pools for a swim and short bush walk, before jumping back on for some adrenaline fun. All safety gear and instruction is supplied.
Enjoy sunset drinks at the Noosa Boathouse offering a chic rooftop Sunset Bar. This is one of the best spots in Noosa to catch the last rays before the sun dips below the hinterland and offers a spectacular show. Head downstairs and order takeaway fish and chips to enjoy on the riverbank.
Noosa is a labyrinth of tracks and trails to explore, with eight trails as part of the Noosa Biosphere Trails. Access is available for bushwalkers, birdwatchers, mountain bike riders and horse riders, each offering a different experience. Climb Mount Tinbeerwah, Mt Cooroora and Emu Mountain for stunning vistas or hike the 88km from Noosa that leads to the township of Rainbow Beach.
Lighten your environmental footprint by joining a Tread Lightly activity and offset the impact of your travels by signing up to give back to the Noosa community. Join a Plastic Free Noosa beach clean-up, plant a tree, grab your binoculars for an Enter the Flyosphere shorebird experience, Noosa oyster restoration tour or a bush care and weed control care.
Noosa is a sleepy surfing village, but still has nightlife to explore. A few picks to find a crowd include: Miss Moneypenny’s, Rolling Rock, Noosa Heads Surf Lifesaving Club, The Village Bicycle, KB’s Bar, Moonstruck, Theo’s Social Club, Four Pines Brewing Co, Sunshine Beach Surf Club and Peregian Beach Hotel
