Top Queensland Extreme Sports

Climbing the Story Bridge is impossible to do on your own, and for good reason. This guided climb sets it up, starting with a safety briefing at Howard Smith Wharves before you clip onto the static line and ascend the bridge's eastern side. Reach a platform around 262 feet (80 meters) up for wide views over the Brisbane River, Moreton Bay, and the Glass House Mountains.

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.

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 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. Allow approximately 90 minutes for the full experience including briefing and flight time.

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!

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.

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.

Visitors to the Gold Coast seeking some thrills and adventure will find plenty on offer at the zipline and rope course over Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. Follow precarious rope networks and ziplines to navigate this area of rainforest high above the ground, which even crosses over a crocodile enclosure to really up the stakes. Please note that this adventure course has both age and height restrictions for users.

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.

Seeing the Great Barrier Reef usually means snorkeling or diving, which rules it out for anyone who'd rather stay dry. Ride a glass-bottom boat over the reefs near Airlie Beach instead, watching the coral, reef fish, and turtles through the hull. Commentary covers the marine ecosystem as you go.

Skydive over one of Australia’s most beautiful beaches, Mission Beach, on this adrenaline-pumping excursion from Cairns. Skydive at 15,000 feet (4,572 kilometers), one of the highest in Australia, and take in the stunning views of the nearby Great Barrier Reef and lush rainforest as you float down to a stunning coconut-lined beach. Avoid the hassle of planning travel logistics with included transfers.

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.

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.

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.

Experience one of the wonders of the natural world up close and personal on this snorkeling and diving cruise on the Great Barrier Reef. Climb aboard a superyacht in Cairns and set sail to two different outer reef locations. Explore the colorful world underneath the water, and snorkel or dive for a closer look. A delicious barbecue lunch and light refreshments are included.

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.

Experience 50 minutes of thrills and sightseeing with Paradise Jet Boating, departing from Cavill Avenue in the heart of Surfers Paradise. Travel along the Nerang River before reaching the Broadwater freestyle zone for high-speed 360-degree spins, slides and drifting aboard a premium New Zealand-built jet boat. Explore over 30 kilometres of Gold Coast waterways, including Moreton Bay Marine Park, with scenic views and entertaining local commentary along the way.

Combine two thrilling activities in one seamless booking on this parasailing and jetboat tour. Join a small group and soar upwards of 400 feet (122 meters) in the air over Gold Coast’s Broadwater. Then, zip around the blue waters in a jetboat where to experience 360-degree spins, fishtailing, and more.

Break up your trip to the Tropical Far North and feel the wind on your face with this segway tour along Port Douglas' Four Mile Beach. This fast-paced tour has something for everyone, combining the thrill of a segway ride with insights into local aboriginal traditions, wildlife and the surrounding area. Instead of discovering Four Mile Beach on foot with a guide book, cover more ground and make the most of your time with the help of your guide.

Experience the thrill of jet skiing in Cairns with no license or experience needed! Join a guided 30-minute tour with Terra Marine and blast through the stunning open waterways of Trinity Inlet. Feel the rush of speed, soak in the scenic views, and enjoy an unforgettable adventure on the water – perfect for first-timers and thrill-seekers alike. Please note: You can book a solo jetski (1 person) or tandem (2 people). If you need more than 1 jetski for your group, you'll need to make separate bookings. Drivers must be 16+ Passengers must be 8+ A minimum age of 18 is required for drivers taking a passenger. Looking for more? We also offer epic 1-hour tours through mangroves, shipwrecks, and crocodile territory!

The sand island of K’gari (Fraser Island) is like nowhere else in Australia. On this two-day, guided tour, you can explore its best bits without the need to hurry, all while benefitting from pre-planned logistics. Follow your guide on rainforest walks, discover natural swimming spots, and see landmarks like the Champagne Pools and the Maheno shipwreck. Stay overnight at K'gari Beach Resort on Seventy-Five Mile Beach, with breakfast and two lunches included.

Spend a day on the Great Barrier Reef at two different snorkel and dive sites on this luxury catamaran cruise from Cairns. Travel in style aboard a fast, comfortable catamaran to the outer edge of Upolu Reef, "Wonder Wall," and the Upolu Cay reef area, where you can choose to snorkel or dive (additional cost) and observe the coral that's teeming with colorful fish. Refuel with a buffet lunch on board the catamaran, ensuring there's