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Sunshine Coast • Queensland

Discover the Sunshine Coast, your way

Ocean mornings. Hinterland afternoons. Memorable days together. Find your favourite places and let us help you plan a Sunshine Coast escape at your pace.

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A better day starts with a good plan

Welcome to Sunshine Coast Tours. Use our local guides to choose where to go, then enquire about sightseeing and private group arrangements. From Noosa and Mooloolaba to Caloundra, Maleny and Montville, each area offers a different experience.

Start with your departure point, available time and two or three priorities. A leisurely lunch, a wildlife attraction or a substantial walk deserves time of its own. We help you turn those priorities into a practical enquiry, with availability, inclusions and prices confirmed before booking.

Where would you like to explore?

Noosa Heads destination scenery

Noosa Heads

Main Beach, Hastings Street and the national park headland. Choose a short scenic visit or allow more time for a coastal walk.

Explore Noosa Heads
Mooloolaba destination scenery

Mooloolaba

Waterfront dining, the beach, the Spit and activities around the Wharf. A convenient focus for a relaxed coastal day.

Explore Mooloolaba
Caloundra destination scenery

Caloundra

Explore Kings Beach, Bulcock Beach and the coastal pathways, with time for a meal overlooking the water.

Explore Caloundra
Coolum Beach destination scenery

Coolum Beach

Enjoy the beachside village and ocean outlooks. Plan Mount Coolum separately if a more demanding walk suits your group.

Explore Coolum Beach
Maleny destination scenery

Maleny

Discover local food, village shops and nearby Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve in the Sunshine Coast hinterland.

Explore Maleny
Montville destination scenery

Montville

Browse galleries and independent shops, linger over lunch and choose a nearby scenic or rainforest stop.

Explore Montville

Choose your kind of day

Coastal sightseeing

Pick a beach town as your focus and enjoy its waterfront, cafés and viewpoints. Allow time for parking, walking and an unhurried meal. A coastal outing can be enjoyable without covering every town in one day.

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Hinterland food & scenery

Combine selected village, food and nature stops around Maleny and Montville. Confirm venue opening hours and group reservations before fixing the route. Meals and tastings are included only when stated in your quote.

Plan a hinterland visit

Private group experiences

Bring your ideas for a family outing, social group or special occasion. Tell us your date, pickup address, passenger numbers and return time, plus any accessibility or dietary needs.

Explore private group planning

Attractions and experiences

Australia Zoo and SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast are well-known options for a visit, while national parks and waterfront precincts offer a different pace. Choose attractions based on your interests and the time you have available. Check current opening hours, admission options and accessibility directly with the attraction.

A tour enquiry does not automatically include admission, animal encounters, meals or other optional activities. We will identify the agreed inclusions and the service provider in your confirmation. For independently booked experiences, the operator’s own terms apply.

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Make the most of your time

One day on the coast

Choose Noosa, Mooloolaba or Caloundra as your main destination. Pair a walk or attraction with a relaxed lunch and leave a buffer before your return journey.

A hinterland day

Choose one nature stop, a village lunch and a second village or food venue. Longer walks mean fewer other stops; scenic roads also need generous travel time.

A longer stay

Give the coast and hinterland separate days. Keep some flexibility for weather, rest and activities that need advance reservations rather than filling every hour.

Practical Sunshine Coast travel advice

Getting around: check Translink for current public transport services. Hinterland attractions may need additional connections or a vehicle. For group transport, provide the exact collection address and allow time for boarding and luggage.

Beach and walking conditions: follow lifeguard advice and swim between the red and yellow flags when patrols operate. Check Queensland Parks alerts before a national park walk. Take water, sun protection and footwear suitable for the route.

Accessibility: tell us about mobility needs at the start of planning. Confirm vehicle access, steps, walking surfaces, toilets and attraction arrangements for the specific activity; a general description may not cover every part of the day.

Weather and timing: leave a wet-weather alternative for outdoor activities and check conditions close to departure. Busy weekends and school holidays can affect travel times, parking and availability.

Let’s plan your Sunshine Coast visit

Send your preferred date, pickup location, group size and the experiences you have in mind. We will confirm availability, price, inclusions and applicable booking conditions. An enquiry does not reserve a departure.

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