Whale Watching Tours
Witness 30,000+ humpback whales on their annual migration. 98%+ sighting success rate, expert marine biologists, 6 tour options from 2.5 hours to private charter.
Ocean adventures, ancient rainforest, world-class wine, surf lessons, craft breweries, whale watching and so much more — the Gold Coast's finest guided experiences, all in one place.
Gold Coast's magnificent coastal experiences — from dawn to dusk
Witness 30,000+ humpback whales on their annual migration. 98%+ sighting success rate, expert marine biologists, 6 tour options from 2.5 hours to private charter.
Golden hour on the Broadwater — champagne, gourmet canapés and the Gold Coast skyline at its most cinematic. Millionaire's Row and city lights. 1.5–2 hours.
Learn to surf on Australia's most famous surf coast — Greenmount, Mermaid Beach and Currumbin Alley. Beginner to intermediate. All equipment, expert instructors.
UNESCO World Heritage Gondwana rainforest — ancient, wild and 45 minutes from the beach
Springbrook National Park, Natural Bridge glow worm cave, Purling Brook Falls (106m cascade) and pristine rainforest swimming holes. Full day, expert guide, picnic lunch.
Guided rainforest walks through Tamborine Mountain, Springbrook and Lamington — difficulty ratings from easy to challenging, seasonal wildlife and ecology interpretation.
3 wineries, craft distillery gin tasting, Rainforest Skywalk and Gallery Walk in one perfectly curated hinterland day. 2-course lunch with wine pairing included.
The complete guide to all Gold Coast Hinterland experiences — destinations, distances, wildlife and how to choose the right hinterland tour for you.
Boutique cellar doors, craft distilleries and award-winning vineyards in the Gold Coast hinterland
Scenic Rim and Tamborine Mountain — O'Reilly's Canungra Valley, Witches Falls, Cedar Creek Estate, Albert River Winery and more. 4–6 cellar doors, gourmet lunch.
4–5 boutique Tamborine Mountain cellar doors including Cedar Creek, Witches Falls and Mason Wines. 2-course gourmet lunch. Brisbane and Gold Coast pickup.
The most complete Tamborine Mountain day — 3 wineries, craft distillery, Rainforest Skywalk and Gallery Walk. Everything in one perfectly paced full day from $245pp.
The Gold Coast's thriving food culture — from farm-to-table to craft beer and artisan distilleries
Discover hidden culinary gems and taste the best local flavours — markets, artisan producers, coastal restaurants and the Gold Coast's most talked-about café scenes.
Sample Gold Coast's best craft beers and artisan spirits — tap-room paddles, distillery tours and behind-the-scenes access at the region's most exciting independent producers.
The complete guide to Gold Coast food and drink tours — from brewery trails to foodie adventures, restaurant guides and the best local produce experiences.
Physically engaging Gold Coast experiences — surf breaks, fairways and more
Professional surf lessons at 10 Gold Coast breaks. Beginner to intermediate, max 8 per instructor, all equipment included. 3 daily sessions. Family passes available.
The Gold Coast's top championship courses — Royal Pines, RACV Royal Pines and Hidden Valley. Green fees, cart hire and post-round hospitality. For all handicaps.
Comfortable, unhurried Gold Coast tours designed for seniors, retirees and mobility-conscious travellers
6 specially designed tours for seniors and retirees — Tamborine Mountain, Springbrook, coastal drives, wildlife, glow worms and wine. Wheelchair accessible. Hotel pickup. Small groups (max 12).
The Gold Coast is a year-round destination, but each season unlocks a different set of experiences. Here's what's best when.
Warm water, lush rainforest after summer rains, peak surf conditions. Hinterland is dramatically alive. Excellent swimming in waterfalls. Book well ahead.
Ideal photography light, stable weather, smaller surf perfect for beginners. Wine harvest season. Hinterland falls at consistent flow. Uncrowded beaches.
Whale season opens (peak July–August). Crisp, clear hinterland days. No crowds. Ideal temperatures for seniors and accessible tours. Best whale sightings.
Peak mother-calf whale encounters. Perfect weather for all tours. Wildflowers in hinterland. Long evenings for sunset cruises. Best all-round season.
Since 1974, Cooee Tours has been the Gold Coast's most trusted guided tour operator — small groups, expert local guides and every detail handled so you can simply enjoy.
Established 1974 — a half-century of guided tours across Queensland's most spectacular destinations
Consistently rated Queensland's best guided tour operator across thousands of verified guest reviews
The most comprehensive Gold Coast tour portfolio of any local operator — ocean to hinterland, wine to wildlife
Small groups as standard — genuine personal attention, flexibility and the intimacy that large operators simply cannot offer
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"We did three tours in one week — the whale watching, the waterfalls and the sunset cruise. Every single one was exceptional. Cooee Tours genuinely knows the Gold Coast inside and out. Worth every dollar."
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"The hinterland waterfalls tour was genuinely the highlight of our entire Queensland holiday. The guide's passion and knowledge made it completely unforgettable. Small groups mean you actually feel like you've experienced something, not just been processed through it."
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"As first-time visitors from overseas, Cooee Tours was recommended by our hotel and we can see why. The Tamborine Wine & Rainforest Tour was spectacular — wine, nature, food and culture all in one day. Perfect."
From humpback whales to hinterland waterfalls, world-class wine to Gold Coast surf breaks — Cooee Tours has the Gold Coast experience you've been looking for.
Or email bookings@cooeetours.com.au · 7 days 8am–6pm AEST