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Noosa
Queensland, Australia
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Noosa Tea Tree Bay sufers walking, Noosa National Park 23Aug23
Noosa Lake Cootharaba 23Aug23
Noosa First Point, Surfers 23Aug23
Hells Gate, Noosa National Park 23Aug23
Noosa Everglades Eco Safari 23Aug23
Noosa Noosa River 23Aug23
Noosa Main Beach, 23Aug23
Noosa Hastings Street, Noosa 23Aug23
Noosa Little Cove, Noosa 23Aug23
Noosa Laguna Lookout, Noosa National Park 23Aug23
Everglades Eco Safaris, Noosa 23Aug23
Noosa View of Pomona from Mt Cooroora 23Aug23
Noosa Tea Tree Bay sufers walking, Noosa National Park 23Aug23 (2)
Noosa Eco Noosa River Boat, Noosa River 23Aug23
Noosa Dining at Rickys River Bar and Restaurant 23Aug23
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Noosa Sunshine beach stairs 23Aug23
Noosa North Shore, Visit Noosa 23Aug23
Noosa Hastings Street, Noosa 23Aug23
Hells Gate, Noosa National Park 23Aug23
Noosa Noosa River 23Aug23
Noosa Main Beach, 23Aug23
Noosa First Point, Surfers 23Aug23
Noosa Tea Tree Bay sufers walking, Noosa National Park 23Aug23
Noosa destination landing page 23Aug23
Noosa Everglades Eco Safari 23Aug23
Noosa Lake Cootharaba 23Aug23

Discover Noosa, Queensland

Step into the serenity of Noosa, Queensland, where time slows down, nature embraces you, and a world of harmony unfolds.

Noosa’s allure lies in its harmonious blend of sun-kissed beaches, perfect point breaks, and captivating natural wonders. The heart of the town beats along the Noosa River and Noosa Heads, offering a laid-back yet sophisticated atmosphere. Discover farm-to-fork restaurants, indulge in boutique shopping, and immerse yourself in a diverse range of experiences that cater to all ages. Conveniently located just a short 30-minute drive from Sunshine Coast Airport and 90 minutes from Brisbane, Noosa beckons you to immerse yourself in its natural beauty.

Mindful Exploration and Sustainable Travel

More than just a destination, Noosa embodies a mindful approach to travel. The innovative Tread Lightly program encourages responsible exploration and minimal ecological impact. Noosa’s designation as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve reflects its harmonious coexistence between people and nature. Engage in Tread Lightly activities during any season, whether it’s participating in beach clean-ups or contributing to tree planting initiatives. Your choices play a vital role in preserving Noosa’s unique ecosystems.

A Resort for All Seasons

Noosa’s temperate climate welcomes you with over 300 days of sunshine a year, each season offering its own enchantment:

November to February: Immerse yourself in warm, sunny weather perfect for surfing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Bask on Main Beach watching the surfers or discover tranquil coves for moments of peaceful reflection.

March to June brings milder temperatures, ideal for leisurely walks through Noosa National Park. Encounter native wildlife like wallabies, black cockatoos, and koalas while enjoying breathtaking coastal views.

July to October: Witness the majestic migration of humpback whales during winter’s cool tranquillity, a truly awe-inspiring experience. With an average temperature of 21°C in the winter months, it is the perfect time for exploring the vibrant local markets, enjoying the eclectic arts scene, scenic hikes, horseback rides along the beach, or mountain biking adventures in the hinterland.

Unforgettable Experiences Await

Nature enthusiasts will be enthralled by Noosa National Park’s untouched wilderness, just a stone’s throw from the town centre. Make sure that you enjoy a serene river cruise to watch the sunset or explore the Noosa Everglades (one of only two in the world) through kayaking or leisurely cruises. Noosa is perfectly placed for a day trip to Rainbow Beach and K’gari (Fraser Island) to learn about how the Butchulla people lived on this World Heritage-listed sand island at one with nature. Thrill-seekers can feel the rush of a power boat ride to spot dolphins or indulge in a surf lesson after all Noosa is a World Surfing Reserve.

Luxury, Comfort, and Culinary Delights

Noosa provides a range of accommodation to suit every taste, from luxurious resorts to charming boutique hotels, family-friendly apartments, and unique glamping experiences on the banks of the Noosa Everglades with kangaroos as your neighbour. There is an option for every traveller and every budget.

Noosa’s dining scene is a gastronomic journey of farm-to-fork cuisine. Beachfront cafes and award-winning restaurants celebrate the region’s diverse culture and natural bounty. Indulge in freshly caught seafood, savour gourmet delights at local markets, and immerse yourself in a vibrant food culture.

Preserving Paradise Together

Join us in embracing Noosa’s Tread Lightly program and leaving behind footprints of admiration and respect. Whether you’re exploring the shores during summer or the tranquil landscapes in winter, your choices can help preserve Noosa’s ecological harmony for generations to come.

Experience the magic of Noosa where nature’s beauty meets mindful travel. Allow Noosa, Queensland, to be more than a destination – let it be your philosophy of exploration and sustainable indulgence. Your tranquil adventure awaits.

Suggested Itinerary
5 day Noosa escape from £555pp!

Price includes 4 nights hotel stay and a free £55 donation to the charity of your choice!

All activities are suggested and the listed price is hotel only. Talk to our travel experts to find out more and plan your dream trip including flights and transfers.

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  • Arrive in Noosa for the start of your 5 day stay!
  • 5 pm: Kick off your holiday by getting to Noosa before the sun sets. After checking into your accommodation, waste no time unwinding and exploring. Walk to the southern end of Noosa’s Main Beach and continue past the Surf Club to join the pathway into Noosa National Park. A stroll around to Little Cove takes only 10 minutes or so but you’ll instantly feel like you’ve uncovered a secluded paradise. Continue on as far as your legs (and the sunlight) will take you.
  • 9 am: Start your morning out right with a trip to Belmondos Organic Market in Noosaville to browse the range of organic wares. Make your way through the industrial market space which houses all manner of local and organic pantry goods, fresh fruit and veg, a deli counter filled with sandwiches, salads and quiches, sourdough bread and other treats.
  • Then consider a delicious organic breakfast at wholefood cafe VanillaFood. With a menu made up of organic and locally sourced produce with a strong focus on sustainability, you won’t find any preservatives, refined sugars or artificial flavours here. Instead, expect practically guilt-free waffles, and poached eggs and avocado with cashew cream served on top of charcoal sourdough. 
  • 11 am: Find a beach and stay a while. It’s easy to see why Main Beach at Noosa Heads draws the most crowds, but it’s not the only beautiful beach close by. Noosa boasts a handful of sandy stretches, including the patrolled Sunshine Beach, the peaceful Tea Tree Bay in the heart of Noosa National Park, and the idyllic Peregian Beach.
  • 1 pm: Enjoy a lazy lunch. The views don’t get much better than those at Bistro C, Noosa’s iconic beachfront restaurant. The food is equally impressive, which is no wonder given most of the produce is sourced locally. Try one of Bistro C’s own in-house wines, which are harvested from sustainably irrigated vineyards near the Murray River in southern New South Wales.
  • 4:30 pm: Cruise into the sunset. Not your typical sailing-into-the-sunset experience, Noosa Dreamboats’ classic wooden speed boats and top-notch service has old-world charm you thought only existed in movies. Departing in the late afternoon (times vary depending on the time of year), jet off through Noosa Sound and out into the ocean for a new perspective of Noosa’s glorious beaches. Taking you past Sir Richard Branson’s heart-shaped Makepeace Island for a sticky-beak, your next stop is Lake Cooroibah for bubbles as the sun goes down.
  • 7 pm: Cocktail hour. There are few better places for sundowners in Noosa than Miss Moneypenny’s. Try the Istanbul Old Iced Tea – gin and quince liqueur shaken with elderflower cordial juice and cucumber topped with Turkish apple tea is a refreshing hit on a balmy Queensland evening. Bar bites like suckling pig spring rolls and truffle honey chicken wings will help line your stomach, or stay for dinner and feast on modern Mediterranean dishes.
  • 9 am: Joels Journeys will have you in good hands as he takes you through the quaint hinterland towns that sit behind the beach. First stop is the stunning Noosa Botanic Gardens. The eight-acre garden sits on the shores of Lake Macdonald and can easily occupy a few hours of your time. For the best view overlooking the water, go to the Greek-style amphitheatre.
  • 10 am: If you can hold off for a few mere minutes you’ll be rewarded with a stellar cup of coffee from a local favourite The Bus Stop Espresso. This converted old bus is a hidden gem where you will be served great coffee and a unique farm gate experience surrounded in beautiful rainforest.
  • 11 am: Next stop is Eumundi, made famous for its Wednesday and Saturday artisan markets, which are the largest in Australia. Depart and coast along country roads with beautiful views until you reach the town of Cooroy. Here you will be served a local produce lunch and time to wander the historic streets and view art exhibits at the Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre. The last stop is a stroll up Mount Tinbeerwah for a bird’s eye view of Noosa without a strenuous hike. The first lookout is an easy 150m walk along a paved path from the car park. The next section of track is more rugged yet not difficult, and takes you a further 300m to the fire tower for 360 degree views.
  • Arrive back into town just in time for more surf, sand or spa time (Noosa Springs Spa and Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort’s Aqua Day Spa are the perfect way to pamper the afternoon away).
  • 6:30 pm: Dine at a hatted restaurant. If you only have one dinner out while you’re in Noosa, be sure to make it at Alba by Kuruvita. SBS cooking show chef Peter Kuruvita is behind the A-class menu and this is one of those dining experiences you’ll salivate over long after dessert ends. The Sri Lankan snapper curry is a signature at this hatted restaurant, although the beetroot curry with pickled red onion and goats cheese is a winner if you’re looking to surprise your tastebuds.
  • 10 am: Have “Ice-Cream” for breakfast. Stroll over to 10 Hastings for a fresh acai bowl and a coffee, while you flick through the Sunday paper and contemplate the day ahead. They’ve got great cold-pressed juices and freshly baked cakes and muffins, too.
  • 2 pm: Paddle the Noosa Everglades. Noosa has the best of both water worlds. Jump in a kayak and paddle your way through the Noosa Everglades – one of the Sunshine Coast’s best kept secrets. One of only two everglades in the world (the other being in Florida), the tranquillity and natural beauty will win you over at first stroke.
  • Run by world champion kayaker Vivienne Golding, Kanu Kapers offers eco-kayaking tours along the 60km stretch of tree-lined pristine waters (this is an all-day tour so clear your schedule). Or, if you prefer to sit back and just take it all in, Everglades Eco Safaris’ serenity cruise takes you on a three-hour tour of the everglades and ends at eco camp Habitat Noosa for a complimentary glass of sparkling surrounded by wild but friendly kangaroos.
  • 7 pm: Share some supper. The warm energy inside the dimly lit Sum Yung Guys is the perfect way to wrap up your long weekend in paradise. 2016 MasterChef runner-up Matt Sinclair teamed up with mates Dylan Campbell, Jeremiah Jones and Michael Rickard to open the pan-Asian, casual eatery that’s all about sharing. The king prawn toast with gochu mayo and sesame has been a firm favourite since day one, and the handmade roti is so good you’ll want to order all three kinds of curry so you don’t run out of things to dip it in. On the drinks front, Sum Yung Guys teamed up with fellow locals Fortune Distillery to create their own selection of gins – try SYG’s unique Pho gin mixed with dry vermouth, pineapple, lime, Thai basil and chilli in the Phö Shö cocktail.
  • 9 am: Make your last day a leisurely one. Wake up with a morning swim in the ocean followed by a cup of coffee. If you haven’t already fallen for a local haunt, then do yourself a favour and check out Sunshine Social in Sunshine Beach to try their award-winning signature Espresso Noosa blend. Doing its part for #plasticfreenoosa, borrow a ceramic cup from the mug library donated by local ceramic, Pottery For The Planet. If you’re willing to travel for a great coffee (who isn’t?!) then Noosaville has two standouts: Little Cove Coffee Co and Padre.
  • 11 am: A spot of shopping. Hastings Street undoubtedly impresses on the shopping front, but Peregian Beach has a few local gems that are worth checking out. Cloth & Hide’s slow fashion motto equals forever pieces made mostly from sustainable plant-based textiles. The Romantic has a bit of everything – gorgeous homewares, beauty with a conscience, keepsake accessories and a curated collection of leading eco-friendly Australian designers like Silk Laundry, Bassike, Nobody Denim and Auguste The Label.
  • 1 pm: One last lunch. Before you begin your journey home and back to reality, make room for one last meal. Those wanting to leave on a healthy high should swing by Jungle & Co, Australia’s first gut-health café or Vanilla Food, and take home a copy of the owners cookbook filled with wholesome real food recipes.

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