Top Gold Coast Snorkeling

Leave the crowds on land and immerse yourself in the underwater world off the Gold Coast in search of turtles and other marine life on this small-group boat tour from Chinderah, south of Fingal Head. Cruise to the Cook Island Aquatic Reserve, the foraging grounds of a large number of turtles. Then jump off board to snorkel and look out turtles, rays, and temperate species of fish.

The Gold Coast Broadwater is an estuary north of Surfers Paradise, known for sheltered waters, island beaches, and dolphins. Working out where to go and what do there can be hard visiting on your own. With this tour, your guide will get you set up kayak equipment and snorkeling gear for you to visit nearby Wavebreak Island. If you’re lucky, you might even spot a dolphin in the area.

Experience the Gold Coast’s beautiful Surfers Paradise on a tour aboard an amphibious Aquaduck that transforms seamlessly from bus to boat. Bring the kids and hop aboard this unusual dual-purpose vessel for a jaunt along the area’s picturesque beaches, past local landmarks like Marina Mirage, and along the glitz of Millionaire’s Row.

You’ll probably see some turtles, and you will see some amazing sea life when you snorkel around Cook Island on this small group tour. You’ll hop on a boat for a short ride out to the island, where you’ll have around four hours to look for stingrays, wobbegongs, leopard sharks, and so much more. Photos will be available of your adventure, too.

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.

Become part of the art at the incredible ArtVo Gold Coast, an art gallery with a difference. Queensland’s first trick art gallery is a fun destination to visit with your family or friends. Be amazed by the skillful art, spread over a huge area, and stop for plenty of photos and selfies. Staff are willing to help out if you need. Pre-purchase your tickets for a smooth arrival.

Wave Break Island—located just off Australia's Gold Coast—is a sheltered spot, and its calm waters are teeming with marine life. However, getting there can prove tricky without access to your own boat. Keep your vacation as simple as possible with this organized scuba diving experience, suitable for all levels of experience. Beginners can take advantage of an instructional dive with a guide, and certified divers can skip the instruction to explore independently.

Start your day off right with a kayaking and snorkeling tour to South Stradbroke Island from Biggera Waters, south of the Gold Coast. Paddle at a leisurely pace, stopping to snorkel off Wavebreak Island. Visit secluded beaches and enjoy a picnic breakfast on the beach. Your guide shares informative commentary and provides full instruction on kayaking and snorkeling, making this tour suitable for both experienced paddlers and first-timers.

Swim with whales on the Gold Coast with this guided half day excursion. Get eye to eye with these amazing, gentle creatures in either the Gold Coast, Coolangatta, or Tweed heads area. Your guide will do everything they can to find humpback whales for you to swim with. Coffee/ tea and fresh fruit will be provided after the swim, and snorkeling equipment, wetsuits, and spray jackets included.

Zip through the waters of the Gold Coast off Main Beach on this group boat trip. This lasts for around forty thrilling minutes, where you’ll have the chance to experience spins, slides, and other fancy jet boat moves. You’ll see Sea World, The Imperial Hotel Gold Coast, and Marina Mirage from the water, and hopefully see wallabies and dolphins too.

Spotting whales in their natural habitat can be tricky if you don't know where to look. Skip the guesswork on this whale-watching cruise, which guarantees you will see humpback whales as they migrate past the Gold Coast from June to November or you receive a complimentary second cruise. The tour is led by a marine biologist guide who is passionate about conservation and offers insights into whale behavior that enrich the experience. Includes morning tea and a photo booklet souvenir.

Go sailing on the Gold Coast Broadwater at sunset aboard a luxury sailboat. Glide past landmarks such as the Southport Yacht Club, Marina Mirage, Wave Break Island, and Surfers Paradise on this romantic and relaxing sunset cruise. Travel in a small group, and enjoy complimentary sparkling wine and appetizers during your sunset cruise, plus have the option to bring your own drinks and snacks aboard.

Discover the glittering waters and sandy beaches of the Gold Coast on this 2-hour luxury sailboat cruise. Sip a complimentary glass of sparkling wine and tuck into appetizers as you set sail along the Gold Coast Broadwater, passing waterfront landmarks like the Marina Mirage, Wave Break Island and Surfers Paradise. Alternatively, upgrade to include a delicious 2-course lunch on-board and indulge in a lavish seafood platter. This small-group tour is limited to 10 participants, ensuring an intimate experience.

Julian Rocks Marine Sanctuary in Byron Bay is rated as one of the best dive sites in Australia. Our on-board Marine biologist will guide you to the best spots to see marine life. We provide a high-quality mask, set of fins and a wetsuit. Enjoy the sights of the Byron Bay coastline onboard our comfortable, purpose-built vessel "Wardjum" - Bundjalung for a mythical sea creature.

Skip the hassle off navigating public transit when visiting the Gold Coast. This handy pass provides door-to-door transfers to and from Brisbane and Gold Coast airports to and from your accommodations and your choice of between one and seven participating theme parks and attractions, including Seaworld, Movieworld, Dreamworld, Wet'n'Wild, and Harbour Town.

In a small group with a maximum of eight people we will spend 3-4 hours offshore with the Humpback whales. There are over 35,000 Humpbacks on Australia's East coast so sightings are guaranteed although the whales decide if they want to swim with us. Our skipper is highly experienced swimming with whales around the World and is very familiar with identifying happy and curious whale behaviour. Our group size is kept to a minimum of just eight swimmers to increase the chances of a unique and special encounter. Despite their size humpbacks can be shy and large groups of people in the water are definitely not ideal for a good whale interaction. To keep you warm we have 5mm freedive suits with hoods and quality masks and fins. Our boat is fast and comfortable and gets us to the Whales quickly.