Things to do in Gympie Region, Queensland: The Best Boat Tours & Water Sports

Dive with critically endangered grey nurse sharks all year round. Other species commonly seen at this spectacular underwater formation are eagle rays, turtles, bull rays, giant Queensland groper, leopard sharks, manta rays, wobbiegong sharks and much, much more. In winter we are joined by the humpback whales for their annual migration. This is a must do dive while visiting South East Queensland.

Epic Ocean Adventures offer Dolphin View Sea Kayak Tours, National Park Surf Lessons at Australia's longest wave and Stand Up Paddle Boarding eco tours at Double Island Point and Rainbow Beach. Double Island Point is a spectacular and unique Marine Park that is only able to be accessed at low tide along the beach by 4X4. Home to many different varieties of wildlife this tropical paradise is a hidden gem that is a must do if visiting Rainbow Beach.

Ferry Cruise, Join us on a classic Dolphin Ferry Cruise. Experience our historic ferry and discover the beautiful Sandy Straits and its surrounds. Enjoy the magnificent scenery in a 90-minute, one stop round trip between Norman Point and Carlo Point including Tin Can Bay and Rainbow Beach Tickets can be purchased at both stops, online or onboard (credit card only onboard). Purchase a great value All Day Pass to hop on and off as many times as you like to explore the area’s beautiful beaches, shops and restaurants, or just use the ferry to get where you need to go stop-to-stop.

Kayak the beautiful Mary River, Yabba Creek or Lake Borumba and take in the breathtaking scenery! The river winds through patches of rainforest, eucalypt forest with Mountain views. Look out for Platypus, Rock wallabies, Endangered Lungfish, Mary River Turtle and the beautiful Kingfishers, just to name a few! Hire bikes and explore the forest and waterfalls with our custom maps. Ride On Mary…where adventures begin! Check out our website for more details.

Taking you offshore from Fraser Island, Rainbow Beach and Double Island Point. Deep sea fishing at its best and most comfortable on a 32ft Couger Cat. With a reputation to fill the eskies, encountering species such as Snapper, Pearl Perch, Red Emperor, Sweetlip, Cobia, Parrot and seasonal Pelagics. Whale sightings from May to October. The longest operating in the area; we'll put you on the fish!

Rainbow Beach Learn to Surf operates daily surf schools at Rainbow Beach, on the Main Beach. Look for our ASI Accredited Surf School and Rainbow Beach Learn to Surf Logo to ensure you're surfing with us! We have the best coach in Australia ready to take you for your first surf! Easy to access and affordable surfing lessons.

WELCOME TO SALTY'S FISHING TOURS. Our service provides beach fishing tours at beautiful Rainbow Beach Queensland Australia, gateway to World Heritage Listed Fraser Island. Rainbow Beach is a prime fishing destination with pristine waters, stunning locations and a diverse range of wildlife. Humpback whales playing just offshore, dolphins pushing baitfish into the shallows, tuna busting up on the surface, spanish mackerel getting airborne and sea eagles above you...just waiting for the fish you catch ! We use different fishing techniques dependant on conditions, which gives you the opportunity to use surface poppers, stick baits, sub-surface lures, metals, plastics and baits. Our pristine waters hold a diverse range of fish species from whiting, trevally, flathead, bream and tailor, to bonito, wahoo, cobia, snapper, kingfish, tuna, GT's and much more. It's more than just fishing, it's the location, scenery, wildlife, the ocean and just relaxing. Just Reel Fun ! BOOK NOW. Phone. 0426 280

Experience deep sea fishing at its best onboard the Keely Rose. Fish the abundant reefs off Fraser Island and Rainbow Beach for reef species like Snapper, Pearl Perch, Coral Trout, the mighty Red Emperor and may other table and game fish. All Bait and Tackle is supplied. Our full day offshore fishing charter is approximately 10 hours. Check out the latest catches from Keely Rose Fishing Charters on Facebook.

We offer motorised and non-motorised boat hire for between 1 to 10 passengers from Carlo Point Marina just 3km outside Rainbow Beach. Perfect for exploring or fishing the Tin Can Inlet. No licence is required. A BBQ pontoon is available for those occasions you want to get out on the water and enjoy a cooked lunch.

I offer Land Based Beach Fishing tours at Rainbow Beach ranging from a relaxing 3 hour tour where you will fish and take in the natural beauty of the area to a 6 hour Game Fishing experience like no other that will excite every sense you have and get the adrenaline pumping when you hook up.