Top Queensland Extreme Sports

Spend a blissful day on Moreton Island exploring the beaches, reef, and dunes on this tour from Brisbane or Surfers Paradise. Travel with an experienced guide in a rugged 4WD. You’ll snorkel or bodyboard, paddle transparent kayaks, and try sandboarding on the dunes: If sea conditions are unfavorable, take a 4WD island tour. Your day includes a picnic lunch on the beach but excludes national park fees and ferry tickets.

Take the TreeTop Challenge, one of Australia's largest ropes courses, spread over nine acres (3.6 hectares) of bush land. Half-day admission includes use of safety equipment and access to six different courses for all levels of skill. Participants must be eight years or older.

Take your adventurous spirit to new heights on a Brisbane Story Bridge Adventure day or night climb. After a safety briefing, follow an experienced climbing guide from the central platform to the summit, then cross the width of the Story Bridge. Hear audio commentary about Brisbane's surroundings and enjoy panoramic views of the Brisbane River, Moreton Bay, the Glass House Mountains, distant Mt. Coot-tha, and Lamington National Park. Bonus: one complimentary group photo of your climb!

Airlie Beach is a popular basecamp for visiting the Whitsundays and the Great Barrier Reef, but there are plenty of opportunities for adventure activities without leaving town. This jet boat ride will get your adrenaline soaring, as you zoom past the glitzy marina; perform daring turns, drifts and power stops; and enjoy magnificent views of the Whitsundays as you cruise around Pioneer Bay.

Experience the thrill of falling at over 136 miles (220 kilometers) per hour for up to 60 seconds, before floating for 5-7 minutes above the turquoise waters and pretty coastlines of the Whitsunday Islands. If you’re concerned about safety, relax knowing that the team at Airlie Beach Tandem Skydive includes Australian and world-champion skydivers. Skydiving will always be a memorable experience; make it even better by skydiving in this beautiful location.

Enjoy the thrills, splashes, and spins of a jet boat ride on the Gold Coast Broadwater from Surfers Paradise. Zip through the scenic waterway, passing landmarks such as Southport Yacht Club, the Versace Hotel, and SeaWorld. Hang on as your expert captain takes your high-speed vessel through a series of high-octane tricks that are tons of fun. Includes the use of lifejackets, to keep you safe.

Shake up your routine and get out of your comfort zone with a rope course and ziplining adventure park near the Sunshine Park. Climb up to the treetop canopy to navigate six courses that combine over 100 different challenges, including 10 ziplines, for a thrilling session of activities in the rainforest high above the ground. Start with the basics and gradually challenge yourself with harder and harder ones.

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 tourism and traveller choice awards. Located in the heart of the Gold Coast, it’s the perfect active outdoor experience for families with kids aged 5–15 or just simply to have fun and hang out with your friends! Easy online booking makes planning a breeze. Come make epic memories that’ll have you laughing all the way home! Age & Supervision: - Kids under 10 must be accompanied by a paying adult/responsible person (10+ years). - Children under 5 can’t access the main course - Our 1 adult to 2 kids supervision rule keeps things safe and social with a fun buddy system in place. Fitness & Safety: - This is a high-energy course—participants must swim confidently, have good stamina, and be ready to climb, jump, and splash in a saltwater environment. - No weight limit—just bring your strength and sense of adventure!

Tackle the grade II and III rapids of the Barron River on this adrenaline-pumping half-day tour from Cairns or Port Douglas. Prepare to get wet and wild as you hurtle over the rapids, then float downstream past the jagged cliffs, plunging ravines, and lush rainforest of the Barron Gorge National Park. Best of all: With full instruction provided, this tour is suitable for all levels, including complete beginners.

Get set for a wet and wild adventure as you hurtle down the Mulgrave River on a giant tube! Hang on tight as you navigate small rapids and then soak up the scenery as you drift through the rainforest. This fun-filled morning tour includes hotel pick-up and round-trip transport from Cairns, plus around 2 hours of tubing. Best of all: there’s no experience necessary, so everyone can give it a go!

Experience the thrills of parasailing while on the Gold Coast of Australia. First, you’ll receive a short safety training before being outfitted with a harness. Then, soar high above the Gold Coast, up to 400 feet (122 meters) high, and take in aerial views of the coastline. This is available for solo travelers or with one or two partners.

Confidently experience the joy of surfing in a half-day surf lesson on the Gold Coast. With no more than five surfers per instructor and a 100 percent stand-up guarantee, soon discover the thrill of carving through the waves in this surf lovers’ paradise. Learn tips and techniques, find out how to spot the best waves, and even take home some photos of you riding your board for the first time.

Go skydiving during your visit to the Gold Coast for an incredible thrill and spectacular views of the city, coast, and Pacific Ocean. Jump in tandem with your expert instructor, enjoying a short freefall before your instructor releases the parachute. Float gently down to Kirra Beach, one of the beautiful beaches that makes the Gold Coast justifiably famous.

Zip through the scenic Gold Coast Broadwater on a high-octane jet boat ride that combines speed-driven fun with sightseeing. Hang on as your boat performs 360-degree spins, power slides, and other tricks, then slow down to see Southport Yacht Club and Marina Mirage. You'll also buzz past Seaworld, the mansions of Sovereign Island, and Moreton Bay Marine Park, venturing further than other similar tours. Dolphins and other marine life are often seen in these waterways, so keep your eyes peeled.

Looking for something breathtaking to do by yourself, with a friend or with a family? Come and see us at the Surfers Parasailing. We will have you soaring in the sky above the gorgeous Surfers Paradise Coastline and the Beautiful Broadwater.

The sandy beaches and turquoise waters of Double Island Point offer a stunning backdrop for a water sports adventure and this full-day 4WD excursion offers the chance to explore with ease. Soak up the scenery within Great Sandy National Park, then take to the water for a thrilling SUP lesson, and look out for sea turtles, bottlenose dolphins, and stingrays as you paddle along the coast.

Go rock climbing at Kangaroo Point in Brisbane, an ideal place for both beginning and experienced climbers to have an exciting outdoors adventure in the heart of the city. Expert guides provide detailed instruction and safety equipment so that all levels of participants can enjoy a safe and fun climbing experience. Get a great perspective on the city as you negotiate 65-foot-high (20-meter-high) cliffs next to the Brisbane River — a memorable place to soak in views over the CBD and other iconic sights.

Experience the ultimate adrenaline rush at Skypark Cairns, home to Australia’s only bungy jump and the thrilling Giant Swing. Nestled in the world’s oldest rainforest with panoramic views of the Great Barrier Reef, this unique park offers unforgettable adventures for thrill-seekers and spectators alike. Whether you’re leaping from the sky or enjoying the view with a drink at the Gravity Bar, this is a must-visit Cairns attraction.

This Tully River rafting trip offers an unforgettable full day of adventure in North Queensland, perfect for thrill-seekers. The Tully River carves its way through the spectacular Tully Gorge, and you’ll paddle through 40 exciting rapids, some reaching Grade 4/5, surrounded by the stunning World Heritage-listed rainforest. The experience wraps up with a pub dinner and includes convenient hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairns.

Hang on tight for a wild, high-speed ride on the Canyon Flyer zipline tour, one of the Gold Coast’s most thrilling adventures. The longest, fastest, and highest zipline course in Australia, the Flyer lets you soar above the treetops of Mount Tamborine and directly over Cedar Creek Gorge before dropping into the canyon for an extra adrenaline burst. No experience is necessary for this unforgettable flight through the mountain forests of Queensland.

Tackle the waves during a morning or afternoon surf lesson at Broadbeach on the Gold Coast. First, receive a safety briefing and basic instruction on the sand before heading into the water. You'll be provided with a long-sleeve rash shirt or a wetsuit (depending on the season) and a soft beginner surfboard. You’ll be able to continue practicing your technique on your own after catching some initial waves.

This exclusive, small group Daintree Rainforest and Cassowary Falls adventure tour is on a magnificent private property, located in the Daintree Valley of tropical North Queensland. It includes an all-action ATV ride, crossing creeks and rivers with jaw dropping views. An experienced rainforest guide shares their knowledge of this ancient forest during the tour. The highlight is swimming at the stunning Cassowary Falls, a pristine natural environment, where you can leave your worries behind and feed fish and turtles. It is one of the few places it is safe to swim in the Daintree, with no crocodiles here. This one is for people of all ages who love adventure, nature and the thrill of getting offroad. Dress to get wet and dive right in to the cool, refreshing waters of the beautiful Cassowary Falls. This tour also includes an Army Truck rainforest ride and transfers to and from Daintree Village.

Exploring K’gari’s vast landscapes in a single day can be challenging without the right transport and local knowledge, but this full-day guided tour makes it easy to see the island’s highlights. Depart early in a custom 4WD and spend the day visiting key sites such as Lake McKenzie, Eli Creek, Central Station, Wanggoolba Creek, Seventy-Five Mile Beach, and the Maheno shipwreck. With a local leading the way, learn about the island’s unique plant and animal life while enjoying time at its freshwater lakes, rainforest, and coastline.