Noosa, on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, is well worth adding to your East Coast Australia itinerary. You’ve got beaches, the scenic Noosa National Park, and plenty of coastal walks where you might even spot dolphins. It’s also a popular spot to start your Fraser Island adventure, with easy access to tours heading over to the island. Known for its relaxed vibe, you’ll find great cafés, shops, and plenty of places to unwind by the water. There’s loads to experience here, so take a look through our Noosa tours to find what fits your trip best.
Day trips can be fun and perfect if you are on a tight schedule. However, an overnight trip is what most backpackers traveling along the East Coast of Australia will pick. Overnight trips include all your food, activities, and accommodation, so are great value for money. Since Fraser Island is the largest sand island in the world, an overnight trip is recommended to see all the highlights of the island.
We recommend booking your overnight Noosa tour about one month in advance. This is because these trips fill up quickly due to their popularity. During peak season some Fraser Island tours, can get fully booked up to two months in advance.
The best time of year to go on a Noosa tour is September to November. This is considered peak season, as it generally has dry, sunny weather. However, June to August is also a great time of year to go as you have a chance to spot humpback whales.
We recommend spending 6 days in Noosa, as that gives you enough time to visit Noosa National Park, Noosa Everglades and hop on a 3 day Fraser Island tour.
Whilst on a Fraser Island tour, you can try out driving a 4WD through the sand on 75 mile beach. You can swim in the freshwater lakes and float down creeks in floating devices. Some tours also offer an additional extra of a scenic flight over the island.
To get too Noosa, you can go by driving yourself or by the Greyhound bus.
Majority of tours will involve camping on the island, these are pre-made camp sites and will include all your camping equipment. Some tours offer beach huts which are a bit more luxurious.
