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Welcome to Drive Queensland, your ultimate road trip companion for exploring the best of the Sunshine State. Here you’ll find epic tips for epic trips, inspiring drive itineraries, maps, events and plenty of local knowledge to help you hit the road with confidence. Whether you’re seeking coastal drives, outback adventures, rainforest escapes or hidden country gems, Drive Queensland is here to help you discover what’s around the next bend.

You can now book tours, attractions and unforgettable experiences right here too, making it even easier to plan your next Queensland getaway. Search below by region to uncover incredible destinations, must see stops and experiences tailored to your journey, or browse through our own hand picked recommendations designed to help you make the most of every kilometre. From iconic bucket list drives to unexpected detours, your next e

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Kuranda Koala Gardens Park Entry

45 mins
from $55 Family Rate (2 adults + 2 children)
A boutique wildlife attraction, showcasing some of Australia's amazing, native animals. Koalas, quokkas, wallabies, wombats, lizards, freshwater crocodiles, possums, gliders, kangaroos and more.
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Sarina Rum Distillery Tour

30 mins
from $20 per person
This experience is an entertaining look into the process used to distill, blend and bottle the Sarina Sugar Shed's award-winning rum. Including an exclusive tasting session, this exciting experience ...
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Sarina Sugar Shed Tour

1 hour
from $30 per person
This true food tourism experience showcases the importance of sugar in the creation of so many alcohol and food products, More than a just a "tour", this journey celebrates the sugar cane pioneers who...
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Cobb and Co Stagecoach Experience, Longreach

4 hours
from $165 per person
Step back in time for a morning of exhilarating outback fun featuring a Cobb & Co stagecoach ride on the old Longreach-Windorah mail route. The Cobb & Co Courtyard collection and a home-baked ...
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Fraser Dingo 4WD Hire, K’gari

2 days
from $550 per person
If you want a K'gari (Fraser Island) getaway with your friends or family to save money and have the freedom of your 4WD, then a self-drive 4WD hire is for you. Priced for two people, add additional pe...
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Fraser Dingo 4WD Hire, K’gari

3 days
from $700 per person
If you want to get away to K'gari (Fraser Island) with friends or family, save money and have the freedom of your 4wd, then 4WD hire is for you! Priced for two people, add any additional people up to ...
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Couples 4WD Camper, K’gari (Fraser Island)

2 days
from $600 per person
Experience Fraser Island with a Fraser Dingo 4WD Camper. Sleep in the back of the car! No tent needed! Priced for 2 people this package includes everything you need for 2 days on Fraser Island to slo...
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Fraser Dingo Beach House Tag-Along 4WD Tour

3 days
from $680 per person
K'gari 3-day/2-night Beach House 4WD Tour - ex Hervey Bay Explore ancient rainforests, stunning lakes & unique sites on a 2-night 4WD guided tag-along tour. Stay in comfortable beach house with ...
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Couples 4WD Camper, K’gari (Fraser Island)

4 days
from $1000 per person
Priced for max 2 people Experience Fraser Island with our 4WD Camper. Sleep in the back of the car! No tent needed! Priced for 2 people this package includes everything you need for 4 days on Fraser...
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Fraser Dingo 4WD Hire, K’gari

5 days
from $1000 per person
If you want to get away to K'gari (Fraser Island) with friends, save money and have the freedom of your 4WD, then a self-drive 4WD hire is for you! Priced for two people, add on additional people up t...
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Fraser Dingo 4WD Hire, K’gari

4 days
from $850 per person
If you want to get away to K'gari (Fraser Island) with friends or family to save money and have the freedom of your 4WD, then a self-drive 4WD hire is for you! Priced for two people but add additional...
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4WD Hire, Kgari (Fraser Island)

1 day
from $550 per person
Fraser Dingo has the best 1-Day 4WD Hire for friends and families! Want to swim in the famous Lake Mckenzie? Want to float down Eli Creek? Want to see the ancient rainforest growing on sand? Then ...
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Fraser Dingo Beach House Tag-Along 4WD Tour

2 days
from $580 per person
K'gari 2-day/1-night Beach House 4WD Tour - ex Hervey Bay Explore ancient rainforests, stunning lakes & unique sites on an overnight 4WD guided tag-along tour. Stay in comfortable beach house wit...
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Couples 4WD Camper, K’gari (Fraser Island)

3 days
from $800 per person
Experience Fraser Island with a Fraser Dingo 4WD Camper. Sleep in the back of the car! No tent needed! Priced for 2 people this package includes everything you need for 3 days on Fraser Island to slo...
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1770 LARC! + Lunch, 1770

2 hours
from $87 per person
Ride on the iconic pink LARC vessels in the Town of 1770 and have a picnic lunch on the sand...
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1770 LARC! Afternoon Cruise, 1770

1 hour
from $45 per person
Ride the iconic pink LARC for an Afternoon Cruise of wildlife spotting, historical commentary and sandbar fun!
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1770 LARC! Paradise Tour, 1770

7 hours
from $179 per person
An amphibious adventure for all ages! A fun filled day trip along north of the Town of 1770 to the Bustard Head Lightstation. Guided tour inside the lighthouse tower, morning tea, lunch and the thrill...
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Jellurgal Walkabout, Gold Coast

2 hours
from $149 per person
Embark on a journey of discovery of Aboriginal culture with a guided walk along a picturesque beachside rainforest walkway wrapped around the magical mountain, Jellurgal. Learn about the Aboriginal hi...
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Jellurgal Journey Tour, Gold Coast

3 hours 30 mins
from $149 per person
Jellurgal’s most immersive tour! Experience the rich traditions of Aboriginal culture with a live dance performance, a guided walk to an ancient midden, and an interactive art workshop where you’ll pa...
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Jellurgal Little Explorers, Gold Coast

1 hour 30 mins
from $19 per person
Children can explore the magic of the “Dreaming Mountain,” Jellurgal (Burleigh Headland), through an exciting art workshop and an engaging guided walk, learning about Aboriginal culture, ancient stori...
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Cruise with Culture, Gold Coast

2 hours 30 mins
from $165 per person
Departing from Marina Mirage aboard the luxurious Kokomo vessel, this immersive cultural cruise combines the breathtaking beauty of the Gold Coast Broadwater with the rich heritage of Australia’s Abor...
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Coldie on the Goldie, Gold Coast

6 hours
from $199 per person
What better way to cool down on the sizzling Gold Coast than with a full day beer exploration?! We invite you to come with us and discover the surf, sand, and beer with a few award winning brews aroun...
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Best of Brisbane

6 hours
from $199 per person
Are you looking to taste some award-winning beers but don't want to venture too far out of the city? The Best of Brisbane is for you!
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Say G’day to White Ridge Farm, Elimbah, Entry Tickets

6 hours
from $98 per person
Join us for a fun-filled day packed with beautiful animals, tractor ride, putt-putt golf, and playgrounds. So much fun for everyone!
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4WD Beach & Bunker Tour, Bribie Island

3 hours
from $89 per person
See the beautiful bribie island beach, visit local lagoons & explore the WWII bunkers of fort Bribie
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2a. Scenic Hot Air Balloon Flight Only, 1 Hour Flight & No Breakfast Experience

4 hours
from $460 per person
Enjoy our most popular 1-hour balloon flight program – without breakfast. You’ll experience the same magic, beauty and bird’s-eye views of Greater Brisbane from a hot air balloon, but without the post...
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Sea to Table, Bribie Island

5 hours 30 mins
from $179 per person
Explore Bribie Island on a 4WD beach tour with kayaking, WWII bunkers, local wildlife, and a sea-to-table lunch by the ocean. Includes wine or beer, fresh seafood, and stunning coastal views. An unfor...
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1a. Scenic Hot Air Balloon Flight Package, 1 Hour Flight & Breakfast Experience

4 hours
from $495 per person
Experience the magic and romance of flying in a hot air balloon with our most popular balloon package. From the air you will soak in a bird’s-eye view of Greater Brisbane while listening to Chief Pilo...
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Dash of Brisbane

4 hours
from $149 per person
Looking for something short and sweet? This is for you! Our half day Brisbane brewery tour takes in 3 independent breweries and gets you behind the scenes of award winning venues. At just 4 hours, it'...
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Bribie Island Day Trip From Brisbane

9 hours
from $249 per person
An Unforgettable Day Trip from Brisbane to Bribie Island: Your Next Adventure Awaits Ready to escape the city and dive into a day of fun and relaxation without traveling far? A day tour from Brisba...
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4WD, Kayak, Beach & Bunker Tour, Bribie Island

4 hours
from $129 per person
Kayak through a Teetrea stained Lagoon, explore the WWII bunkers of fort Bribie & see the beautiful Bribie Island beach,
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4a. Scenic Hot Air Balloon Flight for 2 People, 1 Hour Flight & Breakfast Experience

4 hours
from $990 For 2 people
Experience the exhilaration of a sunrise city & country views hot air balloon flight over the Greater Brisbane region followed by a restaurant breakfast for two. Share this surreal, yet exhilarati...
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Sarina Rum Distillery Tour

30 mins
from $20 per person
This experience is an entertaining look into the process used to distill, blend and bottle the Sarina Sugar Shed's award-winning rum. Including an exclusive tasting session, this exciting experience ...
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Three people stand in front of tall sugarcane plants, holding a sugarcane stalk together and smiling as they examine it.

Sarina Sugar Shed Tour

1 hour
from $30 per person
This true food tourism experience showcases the importance of sugar in the creation of so many alcohol and food products, More than a just a "tour", this journey celebrates the sugar cane pioneers who...
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A horse-drawn carriage with several people rides along a dusty dirt road surrounded by trees and dry grass.

Cobb and Co Stagecoach Experience, Longreach

4 hours
from $165 per person
Step back in time for a morning of exhilarating outback fun featuring a Cobb & Co stagecoach ride on the old Longreach-Windorah mail route. The Cobb & Co Courtyard collection and a home-baked ...
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Truffle Farm Ballandean, Tour & Lunch

2 hours
from $90 per person
Join us for a tour through the paddock to learn about how and where we grow our truffles. Meet the farmers, be emersed amongst the oak trees and finish at the The Church with one of our signature Truf...
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Truffle Hunting at Ballandean

2 hours
from $175 per person
Become a truffle hunter for the morning, as we walk amongst the trees and follow Barry the truffle dog as he sniffs, before digging for the elusive Black Gold!
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Highland Hideaway Farm Tour, Lower Wonga

from $89 per person
Join us for an engaging Farm Tour where you'll feed and cuddle adorable baby animals, learn fun farming facts, and meet our charming highland cows. Enjoy a delicious morning tea treat amidst the seren...
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Offshore Fishing, Sunshine Coast

9 hours
from $350 per person
Our most popular charter option! The best chance at catching a great feed of fish from the Barwon Banks.
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Inshore Fishing, Pumicestone Passage & Coffee Rocks, Sunshine Coast

4 hours
from $109 per person
A family friendly cruise through the Northern Pumicestone Passage on board our custom built vessel 'Cape Runner' with a spot of fishing to keep the kids entertained! Try your luck at estuarine species...
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Helicopter Winery and Pub Tour, Sunshine Coast

7 hours
from $1750 per person
Arrive at iconic Sunshine Coast regions watering holes like a rock star landing in your very own helicopter.
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Sunset Cruise with Live Music, Mooloolaba

2 hours
from $85 per person
Live music. Relaxed vibes. Live life like a local as the sun slips into the sea on board Spray of the Coral Coast.
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Garden, Farm Friends & Bird World Entry, Maleny

from $47 per person
Enjoy a day out that you will truly love with a Day Pass to Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World. Explore the lush and expansive gardens, come and meet our colourful family of birds and enjoy a won...
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Bushtucker Cruise, Mooloolaba

2 hours
from $99 per person
Feast on Flavours in the heart of the Sunshine Coast! Our signature Bushtucker Cruise features delicious canapés delivered by the Saltwater Crew infused with local, seasonal produce and sustainably s...
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Offshore Fishing, Sunshine Coast

5 hours
from $200 per person
Enjoy a relaxed 5-hour offshore fishing trip—perfect for families and first-timers. Explore coastal waters, cast a line, and soak up the sea breeze. It’s about the experience, not filling the esky—tho...
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Platinum Highland Farm Experience with Lunch, Lower Wonga

3 hours
from $149 per person
Platinum Signature Farm Experience: Enjoy hands-on farm fun, a hearty picnic lunch, and a private scenic drive for unforgettable photo moments at Highland Hideaway. A premium day of connection, advent...
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Amaze World Tanawha, Tickets

4 hours
from $122 per person
Amaze World Tickets - come and play all day, or a couple of hours. Where Funtastic Memories are Mazed!
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River Cruise, Mooloolaba

1 hour
from $45 per person
Step back in time as you board Spray of the Coral Coast for a 1-hour River Cruise through the Mooloolaba Canals with interesting and informed commentary.
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Kuranda Koala Gardens Park Entry

45 mins
from $55 Family Rate (2 adults + 2 children)
A boutique wildlife attraction, showcasing some of Australia's amazing, native animals. Koalas, quokkas, wallabies, wombats, lizards, freshwater crocodiles, possums, gliders, kangaroos and more.
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Reef Rainforest Duo, Cairns

1 hour
from $745 per person
This combined Rainforest and Reef flight showcases the very best the Cairns region has to offer.
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Hands on Country Eco Tour, Cairns

3 hours
from $164 per person
Take a 3 hour journey back in time travelling by river boat to discover a cultural landscape through the eyes of the Mandingalbay Yidinji people, the traditional owners of the country that lies just a...
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Mamu Tropical Skywalk Admission, East Palmerston

2 hours
from $96 per person
Take a walk in the clouds in Wooroonoon National Park just 15 minutes out of Innisfail. Elevated walkways, a cantilever, and observation tower offer visitors the exhilarating experience of being high ...
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Cape Tribulation Zipline Tour

2 hours
from $145 per person
Explore the rainforest canopy at Cape Tribulation, in Far North Queensland! You’ll experience a bird’s eye view of the ancient Daintree Rainforest – up to 15 metres above ground – through a fully gui...
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Reef Rainforest Fusion, Cairns

45 mins
from $575 per person
This combined Rainforest and Reef flight showcases the very best the Cairns region has to offer.
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Outer Reef Odyssey, Cairns

40 mins
from $525 per person
In 40 minutes, we’ll take you far beyond the inner reef out to the edge of the Australian continental shelf.
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Inner Reef Explorer, Cairns

30 mins
from $415 per person
This 30-minute reef scenic flight takes in the highlights of the inner reef.
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40 Minute Scenic Flight, Cairns

40 mins
from $239 per person
Our Reef Scenic Flight is the perfect way for you to gain an appreciation of the immensity of the Great Barrier Reef. During your flight you will see up to 140 kilometres of reef including islands, sa...
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We can’t wait to welcome you!
Get ready for a thrilling journey through the stunning landscapes, hidden gems, and unforgettable experiences that Queensland has to offer. Whether you’re a seasoned road tripper or a first-time explorer, this website is your go-to guide for all things roadtripping in Queensland.

Buckle up as we take you on a ride through coastal drives along the iconic Great Barrier Reef, winding roads through the lush rainforests, and adventures in the untamed Queensland Outback. Discover charming coastal towns, epic viewpoints, and the best local eats that will make your road trip an unforgettable adventure.

We’re here to be your trusted companion on the road, providing tips, insights, and inspiration for creating your own Queensland road trip story. So, join us as we navigate the highways and byways of Queensland - where every kilometre is a new discovery and every destination is a new adventure.

So, what are you waiting for? Your adventure starts here!

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