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Wildlife Attractions
Wildlife Attractions

Wildlife Attractions

The eastern coastal region of Australia is renowned for both its natural beauty and diversity of wildlife. Ranging from ocean-goers to mountain-dwellers, the diversity of creatures in Queensland will astound you.

Luckily, while on your holiday to this beautiful region, you'll also have the opportunity to meet some Sunshine Coast wildlife face-to-face! Choose from an array of adventures from diving with the sharks & seals to meeting cuddly koalas.

Tours and experiences are usually educational and focused on conservation and preserving our native species, so you're bound to learn something about our amazing local wildlife. Make some time in your busy holiday schedule to meet some of the locals, you won't be disappointed!

Wildlife Attractions and Animal Adventures

Australia Zoo Admission

Australia Zoo Admission

Book Australia Zoo AdmissionAustralia Zoo on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, Queensland, is home to over 1,000 native and exotic species that can’t wait to get up close and personal to you! Check out the 14 FREE wildlife shows featuring a stack of slithering, swooping, jaw-snapping action.

 

Seal Encounter - Sunshine Coast

Seal Encounter - Sunshine Coast

Book Seal Encounter - Sunshine CoastCome and see how gorgeous they are close up! You can touch their fur and shake their flippers to seal the friendship. Check out the behind the scenes area where they live and where all their fishy food is prepared.

 

SeaLife Sunshine Coast Admission

SeaLife Sunshine Coast Admission

Book SeaLife Sunshine Coast AdmissionA multi-award winning all-weather tourist attraction located beachside at Mooloolaba on the beautiful Sunshine Coast. SeaLife Sunshine Coast is Queensland’s largest Aquarium and Oceanarium, walk amongst thousands of marine and freshwater animals as you explore 11 amazing interactive zones over 4 levels.

 

Sunshine Coast Whale Watching

Whale watching tours are available during the whale watching season from July through to October each year. 

Sunshine Coast Whale Watching Cruise

Sunshine Coast Whale Watching Cruise

Book Sunshine Coast Whale Watching CruiseHave you ever experienced the magic of sighting a whale up close? On this whale watching tour (departing from The Wharf at Mooloolaba), you'll join the friendly crew of one of the Sunshine Coast's best whale watching operators for an experience like no other to see the legendary Humpback and Southern Right whales up close. Over the course of 3 hours, the tour is jam-packed with spectacular scenery, up-close whale encounters and a delicious morning tea all of which make for a satisfying day out for wildlife lovers of all ages as these highly intelligent, massive creatures come right up to the boat! 100% whale sighting guarantee.

 

Swim with Whales

Swim with Whales

Book Swim with WhalesHit the waters for an Australian-first aquatic experience, on a tour to swim with Humpback whales in the waters off the Sunshine Coast! Take advantage of this rare opportunity to join in a truly life-changing experience, swimming alongside one of the world's largest and most gentle creatures over the course of a 3 hour tour with a limited maximum group size of 20 people to keep the experience both uncrowded and eco-friendly.

 

Whale Watching Cruise from Redcliffe, Brisbane or the Sunshine Coast

Whale Watching Cruise from Redcliffe, Brisbane or the Sunshine Coast

Book Whale Watching Cruise from Redcliffe, Brisbane or the Sunshine CoastEnjoy exciting, up-close encounters with humpback whales as they migrate through the crystal clear waters of Brisbane’s Moreton Bay between the months of June and November. Be amazed as you watch these gentle giants of the sea breech and play within meters of the luxury high-speed catamaran. Your whale watching cruise includes morning and afternoon tea, a buffet lunch including fresh prawns and live on-board commentary. Choose to join the whale watching cruise at Redcliffe Jetty or include roundtrip coach transport from Brisbane or the Sunshine Coast.

 

Whale Watching Jet Boat Ride - 2 hours

Whale Watching Jet Boat Ride - 2 hours

Book Whale Watching Jet Boat Ride - 2 hoursStrap in and hang on, because this boat is going to get you to the whales fast, REAL FAST. Have fun heading out and back in, and of course, most importantly, experience the majestic Humpback whales at play as they head back to the arctic cold! Even though you are in a jet boat, the approach to the whales is very carefully managed. This experience is available 7 days a week at 9am and 12pm, and only during the premium whale watching from July to October

 

3 Hour Whale Watching Tour

3 Hour Whale Watching Tour

Book 3 Hour Whale Watching TourEnjoy the beauty and the remarkable activity of the humpback whales along the Sunshine Coast with the 3-Hour Whale Watch Cruise departing from Mooloolaba. With an intimate travel size of 22 people, the tour ensures that you will have a rail side position at all times - meaning optimal chances for photos and real life viewing of the whales! Enjoy the playful and curious nature of the humpback whales as they swim and slap their tails around the boat. Keep your eyes open for other creatures that are looking to join the party - like pods of dolphins and turtles!