Top 45 Things To Do In Queensland
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41 (22) Townsville - Magnetic Island and Tall Ship Cruise
If you don't have the time to experience the full majesty of the
area, a day or many spent on Magnetic Island is a fantastic break.
Over 90% of the Island is green with half of that is National Park.
Magnetic Island scores highly as an attractive escape destination.
National Park, Magnetic Island
The Island has 36 kilometres of bush and bay tracks. If you walk
far enough you are bound to find one to yourself.
You can hire most forms of transport from limos to push bikes.
Watch out for the cute looking Rock Wallabies.
Magnetic Island is just 27 nautical miles from the Great Barrier
Reef and a twenty-five minute ferry ride (see below) from Townsville.
Travel to Magnetic Island by Ferry (return trip)
In just 25 minutes, the ferry will take you to the beautiful Magnetic
Island. Aboard the air-conditioned vessel, you will have access
to a licensed bar and snacks as well as there is free tea and coffee.
The outside decks allow you to catch the sea breeze.
Three ferries and up to 15 trips per day take the locals and holiday
makers across to the beautiful Magnetic Island.
You can choose to stay for a half day, full day or overnight. Once
you have purchased your ticket, you are able to travel to and from
the Island at a time that suits you.
Tall Ship Sailing Sunset Cruise
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Tall Ship Cruise in Town(sville)
What a perfect way to end the day with a peaceful sunset cruise
on our magnificent tall ship.
Leaving the port, you set off in the late afternoon to make our
way around to West Point - an area of the island that is best know
for catching sun sets.
Sit back and relax while enjoying a few tasty snacks on board and
watch the moon rise over the water. Afterwards you'll sail back
to the harbour in the tranquil moonlight.
This is currently the only tall ship in the Townsville region.
She is a family-owned topsail classic schooner perfect for adventure
sailing in a bygone era and a replica of the Gloucestershire schooner
one of the first vessels to sail in the America's Cup in the 1870s.
42 (49) Sunshine Coast Hinterland - Winery & Gourmet Trail
A day of relaxation and indulgence in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland.
Start the day with refreshments of your choice at Mary Cairncross
Scenic Reserve overlooking the panoramic Glasshouse Mountains or
perhaps take the time to walk in the sub tropical rainforest before
going to Maleny Mountain Wines to sample quality wines in a relaxed
and friendly environment.
Local art and produce are featured in the big barrel where the
tastings are held. This is enjoyable and informative with some humour
on the side.
You can watch cheese, yoghurt and butter being made on the premises
at Maleny Cheese. Tastings of the exquisite range of premium quality
dairy goods are provided, whilst the friendly staff will tell you
some of the background and working of this successful local produce.
Ask about the handmade Swiss chocolates and see if you can resist.
Travelling north along the range brings panoramic views to the Sunshine
Coast, Lake Baroon and green rolling hills.
Arriving in Montville we head for Settlers Rise Vineyard &
Winery, nestled amongst the vines is a beautiful old Queenslander
homestead with welcoming wide verandahs.
Settle in to enjoy the excellent range of award winning wines presented
in style by the team at Settlers Rise. You will come away with a
greater understanding of Queensland wines. Stunning coastal &
valley views are a bonus of this total experience.
Lunch at Le Relais Bressan restaurant is a gourmet delight in the
flavours of French provincial cooking. Your host Theirry provides
an authentic atmosphere with fine food, wine and quality service.
Flaxton Grove Estate is a beautiful venue with the cellar door
opening out to rose gardens and the panorama of the Coast beyond.
Relax and enjoy the range of Queensland wines presented in this
tranquil location.
After all of this, it will be time to take you safely home.
43 (41) Skyrail, near Cairns
 Skyrail
Not sure if this started the tree-hugging movement but there was
some seriously big tree hugs at the time of Sky Rails construction.
The Sky Rail is there now and the trees it replaced are not so
you may as well enjoy it.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
At 7.5kms Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is the world's longest gondola
cableway.
Cairns’ Tropical Region
Skyrail takes you over the rainforest canopy in a gondola cabin.
Sky rail gives you the highest ground when it comes to rainforest
scenery, panoramic views of the Cairns’ tropical region and
the Coral Sea.
Rainforest Interpretation Centre
Skyrail’s stops at Red Peak and Barron Falls, where you can
explore the forest floor on boardwalks, scenic lookouts and in the
state-of-the-art Rainforest Interpretation Centre.
CSIRO Interpretative Centre at Barron Falls Station
The Barron Falls Station has great views of the magnificent waterfall,
particularly during or soon after a good rainy season. Visit the
CSIRO Interpretative Centre at Barron Falls Station for more than
you need to know about he plants and animals of the area.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is open from 8.15am to 5.15pm all year
except for Christmas Day. Gondolas swing continually from all stations
commencing at 8:30am till 4:00pm. The whole trips last and hour
and a half one-way with twenty minutes at each station. Like who
you are with is my advice.
44 (-) Sail aboard a Tall Ship on the Gold Coast Broadwater
 Enjoy
one of the most unique experiences that the Gold Coast has to offer.
Seriously chill on board an authentic tall ship along the famous
Gold Coast Broadwater.
For More See Top 10
Gold Coast Tours
45 (71) Queensland National Park - Natural Bridge
The spectacular Natural Bridge is a popular destination and is
best seen early in the morning or late afternoon to avoid the crowds.
Glow-Worms
To see the amazing colony of glow-worms you’ll need to be
there after sunset – so take a torch. On summer nights you
may also see luminous fungi and fireflies.
Paradise Riflebirds
Listen out for the calls of paradise riflebirds, green catbirds
and wompoo fruit-doves during the day.
Rainforest Lookouts
Along with the Bridge, glow-worms and the rest there are a number
of lookouts over lush rainforest.
The is a magical spot.
Tip, if you take the path in an anti-clockwise clockwise direction
it possible to push a stroller and possibly even a wheelchair to
the lookout.
Stick to paths, stay behind fences and please keep a close eye
on your children.
Glow Worm Night Tour and Dinner Experience, Natural Bridge
Enjoy a delicious four course Aussie meal at a popular local restaurant.
Try a huge Aussie steak or the famous local Barramundi fish. Alternatively
you may choose to join the tour after dinner.
You will marvel at the wonders of the southern sky by night, as
your expert guide points out stars, planets and constellations unique
to Australia.
World Heritage listed National Parks of southeast Queensland
You will visit the unique and wondrous World Heritage listed National
Parks of southeast Queensland. Much of the region has been added
to the World Heritage list for it's universal significance and is
now protected forever.
Your eco-guide will take you on an evening bush walk through sub-tropical
rainforest, where glowworms light up the night. Learn about plants
and animals unique to the area, as your local Aboriginal guide tells
you all about the history, culture, and lifestyle of their past,
and their interaction with this special place. You will finish the
evening with supper in the forest.
“World Heritage Visitation Certificate” endorsed by
UNESCO
You will receive as a memento of your tour, a “World Heritage
Visitation Certificate” endorsed by UNESCO and featuring their
World Heritage emblem, to certify your contribution to the conservation
and preservation of this beautiful area.
Nightly Natural Bridge Glow Worm Tours
'Finalist' in the 2001 and the 2002 Queensland Tourism Awards in
the category of 'Significant Regional Attraction', the Natural Bridge
Glow Worm Tour which operates nightly,
Meeting point and supplier's details are provided immediately after
booking
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One Hundred Things To Do In Queensland, Australia
