Things to do in South Stradbroke Island

Activities, attractions and tours

Sand dunes and Surf beach on South Stradbroke Island in Queensla
Sand dunes and Surf beach on South Stradbroke Island in Queensla
Just across the Broadwater from the Gold Coast in Queensland is South Stradbroke Island, one of only 15 sand based islands in the world, and home to Couran Cove Resort. This island getaway is made up of 1,800 acres of conservation park, so you know you’re walking into pristine nature. And it's one of the few places on the East Coast of Australia where you can see the sun rise in the east of the island and set on the west.
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Hop on Hop off - Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk + Glow Worm Caves

Hop on Hop off - Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk + Glow Worm Caves

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 7 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 6,779 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Dracula's - Dinner & Show

Dracula's - Dinner & Show

Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 133 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 4,889 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Gold Coast: Indoor Skydiving Experience

Gold Coast: Indoor Skydiving Experience

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
8.6 out of 10 with 20 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 3,862 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain

Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 15 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 4,068 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Surfer's Paradise: Jetboat Ride and Surf Lesson

Surfer's Paradise: Jetboat Ride and Surf Lesson

Activity duration is 3 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 6,738 per adult
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What to do in South Stradbroke Island

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Shooting astro at South Stradbroke Island over the weekend and the weather conditions couldn't have been better for capturing the Milky Way. I got this shot early in the evening as the Milky Way rose above the ocean and I thought I'd give the image some scale by standing on the small sand dune with a light.

South Stradbroke Island Conservation Park

Explore the great outdoors at South Stradbroke Island Conservation Park, a lovely green space in Gold Coast.

South Stradbroke Island Conservation Park
Movie World showing rides

Warner Bros. Movie World

Watch stunt shows, get on superhero rides, enter the Ice Age 4D Experience and take a splash in the Wild West at Australia’s theme park version of Hollywood.

Warner Bros. Movie World
Snapper Rocks, iconic surf spot and the most southerly beach of the Gold Coast, Australia

Kirra Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Kirra Beach during your travels in Gold Coast? Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Kirra Beach
Stars at Surfer Paradise Gold Coast Australia

The Star Gold Coast

Why not try your luck with a visit to The Star Gold Coast during your visit to Gold Coast? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

The Star Gold Coast
Dreamworld which includes rides

Dreamworld

Australia’s biggest amusement park features exciting themed areas with everything from tigers and thrilling rides to vintage V8 super-cars and TV characters.

Dreamworld
Surfers Paradise Beach which includes skyline, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Surfers Paradise Beach

This stretch of beach is known for its regular sets of rolling waves, with high-rise hotels and bustling nightlife along the sandy shore.

Surfers Paradise Beach
Cavill Avenue which includes a city, night scenes and shopping

Cavill Avenue

Bustling nightlife, great shopping and a legendary surfing beach make this avenue the exciting centre of Surfer’s Paradise on the Gold Coast.

Cavill Avenue
Sea World featuring marine life and dangerous animals

Sea World

Who doesn’t dream of staying overnight in a water park where you can see Jet Ski stunts, life-sized Nickelodeon stars, plus dolphins, sea lions and polar bears?

Sea World
Aerial view of Broadbeach with the convention centre and casino on the Gold Coast

Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre

Learn about the events happening at Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre during your trip to Gold Coast. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre
Roma Street Parkland featuring a city, a garden and a skyscraper

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