What to do and see in Gold Coast, Queensland: The Best Self-Guided Tours & Rentals

October 13, 2021 Fernanda Pittenger

Discover the best top things to do in Gold Coast, Australia including Gold Coast Skippered Canal Cruise, Gold Coast Private Skippered Limo on the Water Canal Cruise, Gold Coast Boat Hire Self-Drive with No License Required, Stand Up Paddle Board Tour, Stand Up Paddle Board Hire, Discover Surfers Paradise, Discover Broadbeach, Gold Coast Scavenger Hunt: Gold Coast Community Charm, Kangaroo Watching & Koala Spotting - Private Tour, Paddle Board Hire in Surfers Paradise.
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1. Gold Coast Skippered Canal Cruise

Duffy Down Under Boat Hire, Cruises & Tours, Arm A, 60/70 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia Duffy Down Under Boat Hire, Cruises & Tours
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Sit back and relax while your guide takes you on a 1 to 5-Hour Sea the Sights Tour of the Gold Coast in-style onboard your own luxurious, unique electric boat, providing the ultimate experience in relaxation, fun and soft adventure. Our custom built boats are safe, and are particularly good for those people who have never been on a boat before. When you glide across the water, you'll be treated to a totally different boating experience, silky smooth and whisper quiet, your senses will thank you! Truly unwind and feel at one with the shimmering waters as you enjoy the peaceful and serene experience of having a guide onboard. From the moment you embark, your tour will encompass all of what the Gold Coast is famous for: Cruising the the magnificent canals, showcasing some of the Gold Coast prestigious real estate, spectacular skyline and wildlife. Duration: 1-5 hours skippered cruise for up to 10 people.

Inclusions: Skippered Sightseeing cruise, Small-group tour (maximum of 10 people)

Exclusions: Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks for breakfast, lunch or dinner (pre-order catering available to purchase)

Reviewed By Quest94814

The whole experience was thoroughly enjoyed by all of us, the boat was in excellent condition and the sights were really beautiful! Thank you Gordon for your friendly and most professional attention!!!

2. Gold Coast Private Skippered Limo on the Water Canal Cruise

Duffy Down Under Boat Hire, Cruises & Tours, Arm A, 60/70 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia Duffy Down Under Boat Hire, Cruises & Tours
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Stand out from the rest onboard our flagship vessel Limo on the Water. Sit back and relax while our guide takes you on a 1-5 Hour Sea the Sights Tour of the Gold Coast in our luxurious unique electric boat providing the ultimate experience in relaxation, fun & soft adventure. Our custom built boat is safe, and is particularly good for those people who have never been on a boat before. When you glide across the water, you'll be treated to a totally different boating experience, silky smooth & whisper quiet, your senses will thank you! Truly unwind & feel at one with the shimmering waters as you enjoy the peaceful serene experience of having a guide onboard. From the moment you embark, your tour will encompass all of what the Gold Coast is famous for: Cruising the magnificent canals, showcasing some of the Gold Coast prestigious real estate, spectacular skyline & wildlife. Duration: 1-5 hours Skippered Cruise for up to 12 people.

Inclusions: Private Small-group tour max 12 of your guest

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks (pre-orders available to purchase), Breakfast (pre-orders available to purchase), Lunch (pre-orders available to purchase), Dinner (pre-orders available to purchase)

Reviewed By Quest94814

The whole experience was thoroughly enjoyed by all of us, the boat was in excellent condition and the sights were really beautiful! Thank you Gordon for your friendly and most professional attention!!!

3. Gold Coast Boat Hire Self-Drive with No License Required

Duffy Down Under Boat Hire, Cruises & Tours, Arm A, 60/70 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia Duffy Down Under Boat Hire, Cruises & Tours
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Sea the Sights and stand out from the others - experience the thrill of being your own captain onboard our fleet of affordable, unique electric boats for hire, providing the ultimate experience in relaxation, fun & soft adventure. Our custom built boats are safe, and are particularly good for those people who have never been on a boat before. When you glide across the water, you'll be treated to a totally different boating experience, silky smooth and whisper quiet, your senses will thank you! Truly unwind and feel at one with the shimmering waters as you enjoy the ease to maneuver your vessel. From the moment you embark, your tour will encompass all of what the Gold Coast is famous for; cruising the the magnificent canals, showcasing some of the Gold Coast prestigious real estate, spectacular skyline and wildlife. Cruise between 1-5 hours to a maximum of 10 passengers.

Inclusions: Safety Equipment

Exclusions: Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food

Reviewed By Lease13

We did a 3 hour boat cruise around the gold coast waterways. Nitsa the owner was our skipper for my Hens party. We had the best time! Honestly, it was the highlight of my hens weekend. Nitsa took heaps of photos of our group and allowed me to play my own music nice and loud! She also organized water, champagne glasses and ice buckets. The table on board was movable, meaning that after we’d eaten Nitsa moved the table so we had our very own dance floor! Nitsa also stopped at her mooring halfway through the cruise so we could use the ladies toilet (but there is also one on board!). The boat comfortably fit 8 of us girls. We ate, danced and drank whilst looking at some of the richest houses, people enjoying their meals at the wharf and some dolphins! So many great memories to cherish forever! Thanks Nitsa :)

4. Stand Up Paddle Board Tour

25 River Dr, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia SUP In Paradise
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Stand Up Paddle Board Lesson. We offer stand up paddle board (SUP) lesson from Budds Beach, a beautiful stretch of waterway in the heart of Surfers Paradise, on the spectacular Gold Coast. We provide you with quality stand up paddle boards and paddles along with friendly and professional service so you can enjoy exploring the beautiful scenery. Come and have a SUP in paradise!

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Reviewed By chippytravels

I hired a SUP for an hour with a 15min intro session and it was so much fun. The boards were in good condition and Chris was extremely nice and helpful

5. Stand Up Paddle Board Hire

25 River Dr, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia SUP In Paradise
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We are a local family and look forward to being able to share with you the opportunity to enjoy paddle boarding in our quiet, little-known, beautiful piece of paradise! Budds Beach is a hidden gem on the river in the heart of Surfers Paradise and its ideal for paddle boarding as it is protected from prevailing winds. If you can time your paddle for the afternoon, then you will also get to see the spectacular sunsets we get here.

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Reviewed By chippytravels

I hired a SUP for an hour with a 15min intro session and it was so much fun. The boards were in good condition and Chris was extremely nice and helpful

6. Discover Surfers Paradise

13 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia Trixity Gold Coast
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Trixity offers a series of trails which are not only sightseeing experiences around some of Australia’s most beautiful cities but we will also give your brain a work-out on the way round You will guide yourself on your ‘smart’ device along the trail solving clues as you go - get the answer correct and we send you the next clue – easy! There are ‘Help’ & ‘Hint’ options if you get stuck and of course you can use your device to look things up if required. We think this is an excellent way to spend 2-3 hours discovering the city you live in, work in, play in.

Inclusions: A challenging set of clues for you to unravel, to guide yourself around our trail

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Reviewed By Britabroad911

I absolutely loved this trail. I am from the UK so it was a fun way to see the sights of Broadbeach. Exploring this way is much better than a tour as you get see more than just the popular sights everyone goes to. The trail enables you to learn about the local area with a nice amount of challenge added in. What more could you ask for? I have never seen anything like this before and I was so impressed with how easy the app was to use. I would definitely recommend!

7. Discover Broadbeach

Event Cinemas Pacific Fair, Hooker Boulevard Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, Level 1, Broadbeach QLD 4218, Australia Trixity Gold Coast
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Trixity offers a series of trails which are not only sightseeing experiences around some of Australia’s most beautiful cities but we will also give your brain a work-out on the way round. You will guide yourself on your ‘smart’ device along the trail solving clues as you go - get the answer correct and we send you the next clue – easy! There are ‘Help’ & ‘Hint’ options if you get stuck and of course you can use your device to look things up if required. We think this is an excellent way to spend 2-3 hours discovering the city you live in, work in, play in. See our website for more details.

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Reviewed By Benjamin N

Thoroughly enjoyed the Tricity experience having done both Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach trails. The ability to see the sights and get around at our own pace, while being taken on a mysterious journey through such an iconic location was very special. As a wheelchair user I found the experience very accessible and loved solving all the clues. Great way to get around and get the lay of the land as a visitor or a local seeing how well they know their unique areas.

8. Gold Coast Scavenger Hunt: Gold Coast Community Charm

47 Nerang St, Southport QLD 4215, Australia Let's Roam Gold Coast
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Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led scavenger hunt company. Walk to all the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and solving challenges. Work with your team or compete against them, as you learn new facts and create memorable experiences. Let’s Roam Scavenger Hunts are great as an everyday activity, or for bachelorette parties, birthday parties, corporate team building events and more! Each player chooses an interactive role, with challenges varying by person.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Digital Copies of your scavenger hunt photos, Local taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions

9. Kangaroo Watching & Koala Spotting - Private Tour

3019 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia Gold Coast Rainforest Tours & Hikes

Walk through a conserved wetland and watch kangaroos grazing and sunbathing freely in their natural environment. Observe an array of bird species hunting for food in the wetlands - the natural terrain of the Gold Coast area. Look for sleepy koalas in their native homes of eucalyptus trees. Observe different types of vegetation and feel paper bark trees. It is important to note that this is not a zoo, it is a conserved piece of land. The animals and birds are free to roam around as they please, as such they are not likely to let you pat them and you are not encouraged to try, they are in their natural environment and will act as they please.

Inclusions: To help the environment we avoid using disposable plastic, if you have your own bottle, it can be refilled with fresh water, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Door to door pick-up from Surfers Paradise and surrounding area

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Reviewed By romeoaus21

Nice way to start your day. It’s an hour away from Surfers paradise. Nice drive, nice walk around the rain forest and easy access. When you go down you ise stairs and when you come up you use a walkway. Free entry and plenty of parking. Nice natural bridge and it’s actually amazing to see how that cave like thing has come up. Must take professional cameras for best clicks.

10. Paddle Board Hire in Surfers Paradise

2/25 River Dr, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia SUP In Paradise

We are a local family who would love to share with you the wonderful experience of paddle boarding at Budds Beach in Surfers Paradise. Budds Beach is a hidden gem on the river in the heart of Surfers Paradise and it is here where we provide you with quality stand up paddle boards and paddles along with friendly and professional service so you can enjoy exploring the beautiful scenery. It’s ideal for paddle boarding here as it is protected from prevailing winds. If you can time your paddle for the afternoon, then you will also get to see the spectacular sunsets we get here.

Inclusions: Stand Up Paddle Board Hire, Locked storage area for belongings

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Reviewed By chippytravels

I hired a SUP for an hour with a 15min intro session and it was so much fun. The boards were in good condition and Chris was extremely nice and helpful

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