Welcome to Noosa, with its beautiful natural surrounds, cosmopolitan atmosphere and vibrant calendar of events! If you're looking for something to do during your holidays, here are some ideas for you, or call into Noosa Visitor Information Centres at Hastings St, or Parkyn's Hut or Noosa Marina in Tewantin. Phone +61 7 5430 5000 or Freecall in Australia 1 3000 NOOSA (66672)
Noosa Open Studios: Visit Noosa artists in their private studios at Noosa Open Studios from
this Fri 18 to Sun 20 Aug and travel through Noosa’s villages, from the sea to the trees. Pick up a studio guide from Wallace House, Wallace
Dve, Noosaville; Noosa Regional Gallery, Tewantin; or Noosa Visitor Information Centres in Hastings St and Noosa Marina
Extreme circus: Circus Phoenix presents Extreme Circus with Freestyle Flair Trail Riders, The Wheel of Steel, Vagas Illusions, cool clowns, aerial acrobats, Globe of Death and more, at Noosa Tigers AFL grounds, Weyba Rd, Noosaville, daily until Sun 20 Aug, then 23-27 Aug. From $35 adult, $30 student/pensioner, $25 child (3-13 years), $105 family pass. Ph 0438 488 001 or see circusphoenix.com.au for times
Twilight Market: Junction Twilight Market this Fri 18 Aug, 5-9pm in Arcadia St, Noosa Junction, just over the hill from Hastings
St, has artisan stalls, street food, the Flava Bar serving up happy hour drinks all night, kidzone and live music
Eco Cruise: See and learn about Noosa’s history and amazing birds, river life and flora on a 2hr Noosa Eco Cruise, Tues and
Thurs. Includes river cruise, nature walk, morning tea and all-day Noosa Ferry pass (same day). Must book on 5449 8442
Under the Same Sky: Noosa Welcomes Refugees hosts authors Mojgan Shamsalipoor and Milad Jafari at the launch of their
book, Under the Same Sky, about the extraordinary challenges in their quest for freedom and love from Iran to Australia, at The
J Noosa this Sat 19 Aug, 5.30-7.30pm. Books, refreshments and handicrafts made by refugees will be available
Strawberry fields: The local strawberry season has started so take a Noosa Country Drive to Cooloola Berries, 856 Tagigan Rd Wolvi, 40mins north of Noosa via Kin
Kin Rd for delicious sun-ripened strawberries. Farm gate and cafe open daily 8am-5pm. Also country breakfast or Devonshire tea this Sun
morning, and Paella in the Paddock Sun from 1-4pm. Ph 5486 7512
Partners in Textile: Textile artists Helen McIntosh,
Sybil Orr and Cathy Moon have a new exhibition, Partners in Textile with artworks and jewellery at Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre, Maple St, Cooroy until 19 Sept (open Tues-Sun, 10am-3pm)
Motorbike tours: Hire a motorbike from Aussie Biker Tours and Rental and explore Noosa’s coastal and hinterland areas. Dirt bikes available for beach riding
or visit nearby World Heritage-listed Fraser Island. Cruiser and adventure touring bikes, and Honda Groms for serious fun also available.
See aussiebiker.com.au or ph 5474 1050
Dolphin safari: For one of the best views of Noosa from the water, Noosa Oceanrider jet
boat has a new Dolphin Safari Tour that takes it nice & cruisy from Noosaville, along Noosa River and into Laguna Bay, past Main Beach
then around the Noosa National Park headland, past the hidden bays and surf points, and on to Sunshine Beach, searching for our pod of
dolphins and migrating humpback whales. Ph 0438 386 255
Spa birthday: Great birthday specials at Stephanies Ocean Spa Noosa in August. Try the Winter warmer with Heated Stone Massage and Scalp Elixir, 60min, $109; French remedy beauty facial, 60min, $109; or
Sole soother warm foot infusion and exfoliation, 40min, $99. Ph 1300 DAY SPA
Stand up paddle: Explore Noosa’s beautiful waterways on a stand up paddle board with Noosa Stand Up Paddle.
Relaxed group classes, hire boards, private lessons or SUP yoga with fully qualified instructors. For all ages and experience. They’re
at 172 Gympie Tce, Noosaville
Winter art: The Old Pomona Railway Station Gallery has new exhibitions for winter with Freedom of Expression in the Carriage
Exhibition Room by Pomona artist Janey Richards – bold colours inspired by the natural world. Creative Diversity exhibition in the Banana
Shed. Trooping the Colour with paintings, photography, digital art and ceramics in the Signal and Station Master Room – at 10 Station St,
Pomona, Noosa hinterland
Feijoas on the farm: Visit Hinterland Feijoas,
an organic fruit orchard near Eumundi, open at the farm gate on Saturdays from 9am-3pm with organic coffee and cakes, artisan gifts, farm
shop, light lunches from Myrtle the Food Van, farm animals and great views for a beautifully relaxing Noosa Country Drive.
They’re at 131 Browns Rd, Belli Park
Stay in Noosa country: Why not extend your stay and experience Noosa’s country
while on holiday here? Book for a relaxing hinterland escape in a cosy B&B or hinterland retreat, surrounded by hiking and biking trails,
lakes, mountain lookouts and country villages
On the river: Combine 3 great Noosa experiences – the river, food and shopping – and catch a Noosa Ferry to Noosa Marina, Tewantin for
breakfast, lunch, dinner or anything in between, right on the river at Café Vin Cino, The River Deck Restaurant,
Pier 11 Restaurant, Italian Marina Restaurant, Harbour Wine Bar or
fish and chips. See Hearts and Minds Art’s beautiful gallery and gift space, browse other gift and fashion
stores or get pampered at Sheer Bliss Beauty Day Spa. Book a sunset cruise with MV Noosa Queen, a Noosa Leisuretime Houseboat or a luxury pontoon and other water craft from Ready 2 Go Boat Hire. Also markets every Sunday. See noosamarina.com.au
Relax and unwind: Book a pampering treatment
at one of Noosa’s heavenly day spas or massage rooms – or have them come to you! Warm up with a Yoga or Pilates session in a dedicated
Noosa studio, on the beach or even on a stand-up paddle board. Spoil yourself or a loved one this week. Phone the Visitor Information Centre
on 1 3000 NOOSA or see visitnoosa.com.au/relax
Tewantin National Park: Looking for an unforgettable way to explore Noosa? Hire a Premium Mountain Bike from Bike
On and ride the Wooroi trails in Tewantin National Park (pictured). With 25km of flow trails from easy beginner through Intermediate
and Black Diamond, it's easy to see why it's been rated as one of the best MTB areas in South East Queensland. The bikes are perfect for
the local riding conditions and come with a handy trail map to make self-guiding a breeze. Ph 5474 3322 or see bikeon.com.au
Grab Rock: See amazing views from Noosa’s Mt Tinbeerwah before you abseil down the rockface with half-day adventures,
sunset abseils or a Rock n Surf experience. See grabrock.com.au
Learn to surf: Learn
to surf in Noosa’s calm waters! Call the Visitor Information Centre on 1 3000 NOOSA or see visitnoosa.com.au/play for
local surf schools where experienced coaches can help you out, from beginner to advanced. You’ll be standing up in no time!
Explore Noosa: Explore
with tours from Noosa to World Heritage-listed Fraser Island; kayak the pristine Noosa Everglades; go cruising or fishing on Noosa River;
stand-up paddle or take a jet boat tour on the river; join a bike tour through Tewantin National Park; hire a car for a Noosa Country Drive.
Phone the Noosa Visitor Information Centre on 1 3000 66672 or call in at Hastings St
Fun on the water: Jump
on a jet ski for an adrenalin rush on the Noosa River or join a guided jet ski tour in Laguna Bay, off Noosa’s Main Beach and around Noosa
National Park. Find out more from the Noosa Visitor Information Centre, call 1 3000 NOOSA or see visitnoosa.com.au and search for 'jet ski'
Messing about on boats:
Explore the beautiful Noosa River and its bird and marine life – hire a pontoon or quiet electric boat, take a fishing or crabbing tour,
a Noosa Ferry between Noosa Marina and Hastings St, a sunset cruise, gondola or 1940s power boat, jet boat tour, jet ski and more. Ph 1
3000 NOOSA, see Visitor Information Centres or visitnoosa.com.au/play
National Park:
Take a walk or run through the Noosa National Park, just minutes from Hastings St, with coastal tracks with gorgeous views across Laguna
Bay to Noosa North Shore – you may even spot a whale, koala, dolphin or turtle! Inland tracks take you through rainforest and eucalypt
woodlands. Drop into the Visitor Information Centre in Hastings St or the park’s information centre, open 7 days
River of mirrors:
Discover the Noosa Everglades, the river of mirrors, with its magnificent wildlife and pristine wilderness with a range of guided
and self-guided kayak tours, or by boat from Noosaville. Ask at the Visitor Information Centre, Hastings St, Noosa Heads or phone 1 3000
NOOSA (66672)
Sunset cruise: The Noosa River at sunset is a beautiful way to start the evening
and a cruise is a great way to arrive at dinner! Noosa Ferry has sunset cruises between Hastings St and Noosa Marina, Tues-Sat – ph 5449 8442. Noosa River & Canal Cruises leave from Noosaville and Noosa Heads,
Wed-Sat, BYO snacks and drinks and they'll supply the glasses and ice buckets – ph 0414 727 765. The Noosa Queen ’s sunset cruise leaves from Noosa Marina
and is fully licensed – ph 5455 6661. MV Catalina has Saltwater Sunday cruises on Sundays, 3-6pm, ph 0484 598 993
Fraser fun: World
Heritage-listed Fraser Island, or K’Gari, the world’s largest sand island is on Noosa’s doorstep! Join a day tour, a 2 or 3-day 4x4 adventure
or drive yourself. See visitnoosa.com.au , call in at the Visitor Information Centre in Hastings St or phone 1 3000 NOOSA
Noosa by ferry: Explore Noosa by ferry along
the river – a great way to get around between Hastings St, Noosaville and Noosa Marina at Tewantin, all day, every day. Also Sunset Cruise,
Tues-Sat, $22.50; and Eco Cruise, Tues and Thurs, $49, includes morning tea and all-day Ferry Pass. Ph 5449 8442
Country drive: The Noosa Country Drive has
more than 100 touring experiences through the Noosa hinterland, with an interactive journey planner. Find out where to pat an alpaca or
join a cheese-making class, find mountain lookouts and walking trails, visit a blacksmith's sound garden, enjoy a high tea - and more!
See visitnoosa.com.au/country-drive or
pick up a brochure from Noosa Visitor Information Centres
Fishing fun: Throw in a line and catch your own dinner – the Noosa River is a beautiful spot for fishing along the banks
or hire a boat and find your own secret spot. Talk to local anglers at Davo's Tackle World in Noosaville who love to give tips, along with
selling fresh and frozen bait and fishing gear. Ph 5449 8099
For more about what to do in Noosa, call into the Noosa Visitor Information Centres at Hastings Street (open every day except Christmas Day) or Noosa Marina in Tewantin. Phone +61 7 5430 5000 or 1 3000 NOOSA (66672).
Just how close to a humpback whale would you feel comfortable being? Watching the majesty of humpbacks as they travel through the warm waters off Noosa on their annual migration north is an unforgettable sight – their playful tail slaps, breaches, sprays and fin ‘waves’ seem even more incredible when you consider their size … around 15m in length and weighing more than 35 tonnes!
See the best views of Noosa from Mt Tinbeerwah, Four-Wheel-Drive past Noosa’s ‘colored sands’ at Northshore or Glamp it up in a ‘Luxury Teepee Tent.’ Relax on water at Lake Cootharaba or Kayak through Australias’s only Everglades, and its football fields of water lilies. It’s time, to start your NEW Noosa adventure!
Some days you just have to let the world come to you. I was recently back in beautiful Noosa on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. I’ve been up there a lot lately, more by default than design, and what’s really cool is that every time I’m there, I discover a host of new things. On this trip, I stumbled across some cool international experiences in which you can indulge. Here are five of my favourites.
