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

Queensland, Australia
Mossman Gorge Adventure Day

We spend more time in the rainforest than any other tour! Immerse yourself in a rainforest experience like no other. Beginning the day at a …More

We spend more time in the rainforest than any other tour! Immerse yourself in a rainforest experience like no other. Beginning the day at a...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (111)
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$199
Dingos 3 Day K'Gari (Fraser Island) ​4WD Tag-Along Tour

Dingo's K'gari Adventures is a fun-filled, self-driven three-day adventure that allows you to experience all the highlights of K'Gari (Fraser Island) by 4WD. Departing from …More

Dingo's K'gari Adventures is a fun-filled, self-driven three-day adventure that allows you to experience all the highlights of K'Gari (Fraser Island) by 4WD. Departing from...

3 days
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$433
Full-Day Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling from Hamilton Island

Come on board with Explore Group and experience a full-day Great Barrier Reef snorkeling adventure taking you to selected moorings around Bait Reef - the …More

Come on board with Explore Group and experience a full-day Great Barrier Reef snorkeling adventure taking you to selected moorings around Bait Reef - the...

8 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (201)
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$231
Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour

A maximum of 36 people. Guided Snorkel Tours. Glass Bottom Boat. Optical Masks Included. Free Facebook Photos (Posted daily). …More

A maximum of 36 people. Guided Snorkel Tours. Glass Bottom Boat. Optical Masks Included. Free Facebook Photos (Posted daily)....

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$196
Aquaduck Gold Coast 1 hour City and River Tour

1 hour Aquaduck city and river tour. Departing from the heart of Surfers Paradise, tours aboard the amphibious ‘Aquaduck’ combine an informative city-tour with a …More

1 hour Aquaduck city and river tour. Departing from the heart of Surfers Paradise, tours aboard the amphibious ‘Aquaduck’ combine an informative city-tour with a...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.6 (380)
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$45
Whitsunday Segway Rainforest Discovery Tour

Glide through the pristine Whitsunday Conway National Park on a 3.5-hour guided Segway tour. The only Segway tour in Australia to operate in a full …More

Glide through the pristine Whitsunday Conway National Park on a 3.5-hour guided Segway tour. The only Segway tour in Australia to operate in a full...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (155)
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$119
Tully River Full-Day Rafting: Cairns, Mission Beach or Self-Drive

Brace yourself for one of the most intense and exhilarating experiences in Tropical North Queensland— white-water rafting on the mighty Tully River. This full-day adventure …More

Brace yourself for one of the most intense and exhilarating experiences in Tropical North Queensland— white-water rafting on the mighty Tully River. This full-day adventure...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (691)
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$143
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises

Enjoy a 1.5-hour cruise on the Surfers Paradise Canals and Gold Coast Waterways. Cruises departing daily; morning, Midday, afternoon, sunset and city lights cruises. Departing …More

Enjoy a 1.5-hour cruise on the Surfers Paradise Canals and Gold Coast Waterways. Cruises departing daily; morning, Midday, afternoon, sunset and city lights cruises. Departing...

1 hour 31 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (308)
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$27
Cruise to Lunch Package: 10:30am – 2pm (3.5hr)

Aboard the boat, the sights will be accompanied by informative commentary about the region as well as a morning tea to satisfy your on board …More

Aboard the boat, the sights will be accompanied by informative commentary about the region as well as a morning tea to satisfy your on board...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (528)
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$67
Ultimate Daintree Rainforest Wildlife Experience Cruise

Immerse yourself deep into the rainforest by taking a trip on our world-renowned wildlife experience cruise. During your 60 – 90 minute journey, you will …More

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Immerse yourself deep into the rainforest by taking a trip on our world-renowned wildlife experience cruise. During your 60 – 90 minute journey, you will...

60 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (372)
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$28
Grand Kuranda including Skyrail and Kuranda Scenic Railway

Join a full day tour to Kuranda, in World Heritage Rainforest. Experience the largest flight aviary in Australia at the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, the award-winning …More

Join a full day tour to Kuranda, in World Heritage Rainforest. Experience the largest flight aviary in Australia at the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, the award-winning...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (609)
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$235
Shuttle from Proserpine Airport to Airlie Beach

Book a shared shuttle transfer from Proserpine Airport (PPP) to Airlie Beach and surrounds. Don't forget to book your return. Your driver will meet you …More

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Book a shared shuttle transfer from Proserpine Airport (PPP) to Airlie Beach and surrounds. Don't forget to book your return. Your driver will meet you...

40 minutes Free Cancellation
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$20
1 Hour Tour Mooloolaba Sunset Cruise

As the setting sun slowly slips behind the majestic Blackall Mountain Range to the west of Mooloolaba you will be cruising comfortably through the waterways …More

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As the setting sun slowly slips behind the majestic Blackall Mountain Range to the west of Mooloolaba you will be cruising comfortably through the waterways...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.9 (56)
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$28
Wave Break Island Scuba Diving on the Gold Coast

We are a PADI 5 star Scuba Diving Centre. Enjoy the weightless experience of exploring the underwater world on the Gold Coast, Australia. Experience the …More

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We are a PADI 5 star Scuba Diving Centre. Enjoy the weightless experience of exploring the underwater world on the Gold Coast, Australia. Experience the...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$90
Hervey Bay Whale Watching Cruise

Watch whales dive and play on a whale-watching cruise from Hervey Bay. Cruising in a catamaran specially designed for whale watching, enjoy  encounters with majestic …More

Watch whales dive and play on a whale-watching cruise from Hervey Bay. Cruising in a catamaran specially designed for whale watching, enjoy  encounters with majestic...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (582)
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$110
Sunset Cruise Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba's famous Sunset cruise. This 90 minute relaxing cruise along the beautiful Mooloolaba river and canals. We offer a optional a-la-carte seafood menu and fully …More

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Mooloolaba's famous Sunset cruise. This 90 minute relaxing cruise along the beautiful Mooloolaba river and canals. We offer a optional a-la-carte seafood menu and fully...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (312)
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$38
Airlie Beach Glass Bottom Boat Tour

Join us on our Eco Certified Glass Bottom Boat Tour and discover Airlie Beach’s most spectacular coral reefs. This experience explores the valuable ecosystems within …More

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Join us on our Eco Certified Glass Bottom Boat Tour and discover Airlie Beach’s most spectacular coral reefs. This experience explores the valuable ecosystems within...

1 hour 10 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.4 (347)
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$69
Gold Coast Tandem Skydive

Take the plunge and tandem skydive over the Gold Coast's beautiful beaches. Your friendly guide will ensure your experience is one to remember for all …More

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Take the plunge and tandem skydive over the Gold Coast's beautiful beaches. Your friendly guide will ensure your experience is one to remember for all...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (471)
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$384
Sunset City Lights Cruise: 5.30pm (Winter) or 6pm (Summer) 90min

The best way to see Brisbane is from the river. This tour provides you with a stunning sunset (*seasonal) as the tour commences which is …More

The best way to see Brisbane is from the river. This tour provides you with a stunning sunset (*seasonal) as the tour commences which is...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (163)
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$41
Private Airlie Beach Tuk-Tuk Tours

Jump on a Tuk Tuk, it is a great way to see beautiful Airlie Beach and mingle with the locals. Sit back and relax as …More

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Jump on a Tuk Tuk, it is a great way to see beautiful Airlie Beach and mingle with the locals. Sit back and relax as...

1 hour Free Cancellation
5.0 (288)
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$21
Magnetic Island Sip and Sail Sunset Cruise

Relax on board a luxury yacht while sailing the waters surrounding Magnetic Island. Sip wine or beer and enjoy a local cheese platter served with …More

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Relax on board a luxury yacht while sailing the waters surrounding Magnetic Island. Sip wine or beer and enjoy a local cheese platter served with...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (205)
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$101
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