Boating

Mention Queensland to just about anyone, and the picture that comes to mind is sure to involve crystal clear waters or beautiful rainforest rivers with cascading waterfalls. Immerse yourself in life on the waters of the sunshine state by jumping on board a boat.

Glide above the spectacular Great Barrier Reef on any number of floating vessels available for hire or charter in the area. You might want to combine your boating experience with snorkelling or diving, since under the surface you’ll find one of the most spectacular underwater environments on the planet. If you’re there in the right season, you can spot for migratory mammals like whales and dugongs that swim in the sheltered reef waters.

Float down the Brisbane River on a hired vessel or chartered boat and wile away the hours on the water. A charter operator can take you to all the sights around the city, or just for a cruise around the waters. Just let them know where you want to go!

Live in a floating home for a while when you hire a houseboat on the Gold Coast. Explore the coastline by day, and cast the anchor into the waters of a secluded cove or inlet to settle in for the night. This way of holidaying gives you total freedom over where you go, for how long and what you do, making it a truly special boating experience.