Things to see and do Queensland

Fun and interactive distractions on planets and space, for small and large, with a mini theatre, a skydome & an observatory.

This family company has been operating since 1987 on the waters of the Hervey Bay to approach whales and offer the public privileged moments with these majesties. The Quick Cat II cruise half-day, on a boat with a capacity of 95 passengers, can be accompanied by an accommodation within a package that will be available to you with open arms. 

The Townsville Visitor Information Center is located in the heart of Townsville's business district, just off Flinders Street in Townsville Bulletin Square. This licensed tourist information center offers a one-stop shop for travel information, including maps, brochures and itineraries. Staffed by knowledgeable and skilled locals, they can advise you on what to see, do and eat. Discuss your travel plans with the friendly staff or make a reservation. Suitable parking is available on Dean Street or close to Reef HQ and the Museum of Tropical Queensland. From Dean Street, you can take a short stroll over the Victoria Bridge to the heart of the business district. The Visitor Information Center is 700 meters along Flinders Street, from Reef HQ and the Museum of Tropical Queensland. Follow the approved Visitor Information Center signs for orientation.

Organizes 4 x 4-day excursions from 1 to 5 days on the islands of Moreton, Fraser, Bribie and Stradbroke.

This water park includes a giant wave pool, a toboggan slide and water tubes of all kinds. The Surfrider attraction recreates the descent of a giant wave of 30 m.

Permanent exhibitions on the daily life of Australian soldiers during the First World War, the culture and history of the Torres Strait Aborigines, and the fauna and flora of Australia.

Coconut trees and well-maintained houses align to the sand beach on the marina side, facing the barbouillées mangroves of the vase beyond Dickson Inlet. From the jetty, boats are sailing on the day on the Reef of coral and imposing white yachts docked there quietly. On the marina, several cafes and restaurants invite you to relax. There is also a shop gallery inside.

Various shows, some of which include dolphins and sea lions. Dive with dolphins or sharks for the most inexpensive (mandatory reservation).

The friendly, knowledgeable staff is on hand to answer all your questions and help you plan your stay at Mission Beach. Mission Beach is made up of four coastal villages linked by 14 kilometers of golden sand beach. This region offers a unique combination of art, culture and tourist attractions. In addition to providing information on things to do, the Mission Beach Visitor Information Center also offers regularly updated special offers to make your stay even more enjoyable.

It is in this place, in the Tropic, that the sun reaches only once the zenith a year. South of this tropic, it never reaches it. There is also an information centre that serves as travel agent.

This gigantic Luna Park proposes thirteen different themes, among the most popular: Wiggles World for children or sensational sensations such as vertical descent to 160 km/h of the Tower of Terror. The park also has a wildlife park with nearly 800 species.

An interesting tour in a reconstituted cave featuring precious stones, fossils and crystals.

4 x 4 excursions to the day to visit the choice: Split Rock rock art site (AU $ 220) the colorful beaches of Elim Beach (AU $ 1 165) or the Bloomfield track (AU $ 200). The excursion generally includes the lunch at noon and can be combined, upon request, with a more detailed approach to Aboriginal culture.

Later, 150 km from the coast, the vast Pompey reef stretches south over nearly 50 km. This is one of the most spectacular and most visited sites. Currents are such that they create underwater rivers moving to 12 knots per 80 m deep. It has impressive underwater cellars or blue holes (blue holes). Mystery Cay, south of the reef, is famous for these important colonies of Manta lines and it is not uncommon to see up to several hundred during the same dive.

The tour includes traditional Billy Tea and Damper in Finch Hatton Gorge, a Swim in the river, a BBQ for lunch and ornithorynques observation.

This park has a royal palm avenue, an original rotunda and a children's playground in a quiet and protected environment. Orchid House contains more than 180 different species.

Dedicated to the fauna and flora of Northern Queensland, this impressive museum includes oiseaux birds, rainforests, but also sunken ships and Aboriginal crafts.

Organizes tropical forest hikes whose guides are members of the Aboriginal tribe Girramay.

Held by Angelo and Mary Puglisi, of Italian origin, they produce white riesling and sémillon and the red Cabernet. Open from 9 am to 17 pm.

A hundred kilometres from the coast, Credlin is a platform for access to a dozen reefs. A good compromise for families where both beginners and confirmés will find sites at their level.