Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Queensland (Updated 2026)

Queensland, Australia
Aquascene Magnetic Island Sunset & Shipwreck Tour

Our Award-winning tour, we welcome you on board with us at Aquascene, we will share with you some beautiful places you won't find on your …More

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Our Award-winning tour, we welcome you on board with us at Aquascene, we will share with you some beautiful places you won't find on your...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$78
Magnetic Island Lunchtime Sailing Cruise

This four-hour experience includes sailing along the breathtaking Magnetic Island coastline with a couple of hours at anchor in one of the secluded bays to …More

This four-hour experience includes sailing along the breathtaking Magnetic Island coastline with a couple of hours at anchor in one of the secluded bays to...

4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (189)
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$167
Brisbane Dark Stories True Crime Tour

Take a Walk on the Dark Side... Don’t be fooled by the bright lights and bustling city streets. This city has a past…a dark past… …More

Take a Walk on the Dark Side... Don’t be fooled by the bright lights and bustling city streets. This city has a past…a dark past…...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (268)
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$24
Daintree Rainforest Night Walk in Cape Tribulation

Take your tour down under, into the remote outback, our home in paradise, Cape Tribulation, found in the heart of the Daintree. Walk into the …More

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Take your tour down under, into the remote outback, our home in paradise, Cape Tribulation, found in the heart of the Daintree. Walk into the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (154)
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$39
Authentic Indigenous Cultural Tour Including Scenic River Cruise

Spend 3 hours with the fun and informative Mandingalbay Yidinji Rangers on their traditional lands at East Trinity Reserve, a unique Indigenous Protected area just …More

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Spend 3 hours with the fun and informative Mandingalbay Yidinji Rangers on their traditional lands at East Trinity Reserve, a unique Indigenous Protected area just...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (93)
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$119
40 minute Reef Scenic Flight

This 40-minute reef scenic helicopter flight is incredible. By extending the flight by another 10 minutes, we take in all the highlights of the 30-minute …More

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This 40-minute reef scenic helicopter flight is incredible. By extending the flight by another 10 minutes, we take in all the highlights of the 30-minute...

40 minutes Free Cancellation
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$410
Sandbox Virtual Reality Experience - Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast

Combines full-body motion capture and high-quality haptics to provide unprecedented realism and complete immersion that’s not possible with home VR systems or other location-based VR …More

Combines full-body motion capture and high-quality haptics to provide unprecedented realism and complete immersion that’s not possible with home VR systems or other location-based VR...

40 minutes Free Cancellation
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$31
Whitehaven Beach Day Pass

Enjoy Whitehaven Beach without feeling rushed. Our tour gives you over four hours to relax, swim and explore one of Australia’s most spectacular beaches. Your …More

Enjoy Whitehaven Beach without feeling rushed. Our tour gives you over four hours to relax, swim and explore one of Australia’s most spectacular beaches. Your...

8 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (221)
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$112
Daintree Rainforest and Mossman Gorge: Full Day Tour

Daintree Rainforest Tour - Full Day: Enjoy interpretive rainforest walks, lush lunch site, estuarine crocodile and wildlife spotting on Cooper Creek and, of course, friendly …More

Daintree Rainforest Tour - Full Day: Enjoy interpretive rainforest walks, lush lunch site, estuarine crocodile and wildlife spotting on Cooper Creek and, of course, friendly...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (427)
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$175
Moreton Island & Tangalooma Wrecks Snorkel Cruise - Brisbane

Fully inclusive day cruise with no additional costs. Throw your swimwear into a bag and set sail with See Moreton to discover this world-renowned island …More

Fully inclusive day cruise with no additional costs. Throw your swimwear into a bag and set sail with See Moreton to discover this world-renowned island...

8 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (367)
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$170
Cairns Full-Day Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Tour

Avoid the crowds and experience The Great Barrier Reef the way nature intended. No other operator in this category can offer you this superb personalised …More

Avoid the crowds and experience The Great Barrier Reef the way nature intended. No other operator in this category can offer you this superb personalised...

9 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (409)
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$169
K'gari (Fraser Island) 4WD Adventure - From Noosa

Explore the beauty of K'gari (Fraser Island) on a full-day tour from Noosa. With an experienced and passionate guide, discover what makes the island a …More

Explore the beauty of K'gari (Fraser Island) on a full-day tour from Noosa. With an experienced and passionate guide, discover what makes the island a...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (178)
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$210
Gold Coast: Kayak & Snorkel with Marine Life, Snacks & Photos

As our guest, you’ll be warmly welcomed by fantastic and friendly guides before paddling across the beautiful Broadwater to a hidden island just minutes from …More

As our guest, you’ll be warmly welcomed by fantastic and friendly guides before paddling across the beautiful Broadwater to a hidden island just minutes from...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$63
2 Hour Surf Lesson At The Spit, Main Beach (Ages 14+)

Anyone can now experience the thrill of a surfing lesson at one of the area's best surf schools. You'll have fun, be safe and you …More

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Anyone can now experience the thrill of a surfing lesson at one of the area's best surf schools. You'll have fun, be safe and you...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$53
Cairns City Sights and Surrounds Tour

Learn about the history of Cairns’ visiting the city, port, beaches and famous landmarks on a small-group afternoon tour. Experience sights not seen on other …More

Learn about the history of Cairns’ visiting the city, port, beaches and famous landmarks on a small-group afternoon tour. Experience sights not seen on other...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (239)
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$84
Adventure &Taste Atherton Tablelands Food & Wine Tour from Cairns

Experience the Atherton Tablelands in one unforgettable day Discover the beauty, wildlife and stories of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day small-group adventure from Cairns. …More

Experience the Atherton Tablelands in one unforgettable day Discover the beauty, wildlife and stories of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day small-group adventure from Cairns....

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (283)
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$186
Taste the Atherton Tablelands Food & Wine Tour from Port Douglas

Experience the Atherton Tablelands in one unforgettable day Discover the beauty, wildlife and stories of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day small-group adventure from Port …More

Experience the Atherton Tablelands in one unforgettable day Discover the beauty, wildlife and stories of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day small-group adventure from Port...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (221)
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$186
Kayak Turtle Tour from Palm Cove

Ready for the experience of a lifetime? Come on our Kayak Turtle Tour.  Tours operate daily from the south end of Palm Cove and paddle …More

Ready for the experience of a lifetime? Come on our Kayak Turtle Tour.  Tours operate daily from the south end of Palm Cove and paddle...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$83
Gold Coast Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise

Board The Spirit of Elston and become immersed in this unique and delectable dining experience. Departing from Sea World Cruises Terminal, enjoy an evening of …More

Board The Spirit of Elston and become immersed in this unique and delectable dining experience. Departing from Sea World Cruises Terminal, enjoy an evening of...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (219)
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$91
Port Douglas: Kuranda tour with Skyrail or Scenic Train

Enjoy a small-group Kuranda tour departing from Port Douglas or Palm Cove (not Cairns). Glide over ancient rainforest on the award-winning Skyrail Rainforest Cableway from …More

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Enjoy a small-group Kuranda tour departing from Port Douglas or Palm Cove (not Cairns). Glide over ancient rainforest on the award-winning Skyrail Rainforest Cableway from...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (66)
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$126
Whitsundays Day Cruise: Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet

Our company is in a small locally owned and operated Whitsundays business. Our crew truly make the difference, they are passionate about showing our guests …More

Our company is in a small locally owned and operated Whitsundays business. Our crew truly make the difference, they are passionate about showing our guests...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (291)
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$176
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