Top Gold Coast In the Air

Experience the thrills of parasailing while on the Gold Coast of Australia. First, you’ll receive a short safety training before being outfitted with a harness. Then, soar high above the Gold Coast, up to 400 feet (122 meters) high, and take in aerial views of the coastline. This is available for solo travelers or with one or two partners.

Get your adrenaline pumping in the Gold Coast as you participate in an exciting parasail and jetboat tour. Join a small group and gear up for your tandem parasailing activity where you soar upwards of 400 feet (122 meters) in the air over Gold Coast’s Broadwater. Then, zip around the blue waters in a jetboat where you can experience 360-degree spins, fishtailing, and more.

Get a different perspective on the Gold Coast by soaring over it in a hot air balloon. Get a bird's eye view over the city or hinterland, (depending on the wind pattern) and enjoy plenty of room to move around and take photos in Australia's only basket with doors. You have the option of helping to pack the balloon up afterward and will also receive a photo and movie package.

The exotic marine life of Wave Break Island offers a spectacular backdrop for a scuba diving adventure, and this half-day scuba diving tour is open to all levels. Choose a beginner-friendly dive, accompanied by a PADI instructor, or a solo dive for certified divers only, and marvel at the underwater world of the Gold Coast.

Spotting whales in their natural habitat can be tricky if you don't know where to look. Skip the guesswork on this whale-watching cruise, which guarantees you will see humpback whales as they migrate past the Gold Coast from June to November or you receive a complimentary second cruise. The tour is led by a marine biologist guide who is passionate about conservation and offers insights into whale behavior that enrich the experience. Includes morning tea and a photo booklet souvenir.

Capture incredible bird’s eye view photos and revel in the sunrise as you float above the beautiful countryside in the peace and serenity of a hot air balloon. Our experienced pilot will fly you over the stunningly lush Gold Coast Hinterland and Scenic Rim region for an experience like never before with flight time of 40-60minutes in duration. Enjoy our exclusive vineyard breakfast where you will be treated to a delicious spread of fresh pastries and fruits, sizzling bacon and eggs, plus cereals, juices, and of course, your glass of bubbles to toast the incredible morning! Total duration of the tour includes return transfers to the balloon and breakfast. PLUS Arro Jet offers the Gold Coast's most exhilarating marine experience on the Gold Coast. Departing from Sea World Marine Precinct in Main Beach, Arro Jet is the only Jet Boating experience to launch directly into the high-speed action zone. Brace yourself for exciting high-speed turns and spins across the waterways.

The forested valleys and vine-clad hills of Brisbane’s Scenic Rim area are even more magnificent when viewed from above. With this tour, make an early start to catch the sunrise and float over the picturesque landscapes in a hot air balloon. After admiring the views, celebrate your flight with a glass of Champagne and a scrumptious hot buffet breakfast at a local vineyard.

Capture incredible bird’s eye view photos and revel in the sunrise as you float above the beautiful countryside in the peace and serenity of a hot air balloon. Our experienced pilot will fly you over the stunningly lush Gold Coast Hinterland and Scenic Rim region for an experience like never before. Enjoy our exclusive vineyard breakfast where you will be treated to a delicious spread of fresh pastries and fruits, sizzling bacon and eggs, plus cereals, juices, and of course, your glass of bubbles to toast the incredible morning! PLUS Experience the thrill of skydiving without the plane at iFLY in Surfers Paradise. Suitable for ages 3 to 103, indoor skydiving offers a safe, exhilarating, and inclusive adventure for everyone. The entire experience lasts just 90 minutes.

Our professional tour guides will deliver you to the launch site pre-dawn for you to witness the impressive scene of balloons being inflated. Feel the peace and serenity of floating above the countryside, see the rolling hills and open fields, set against the stunning backdrop of the rising sun.Our experienced pilots will slowly guide the balloon down to the landing point, where the fun continues, we all pitch in and fold up the balloon itself, have a laugh and take some more photos. Finally we head to our exclusive vineyard for a delicious hot breakfast with a glass of sparkling wine. Join the marine experts at Sea World Cruises. Embark on a close encounter adventure with majestic Humpback Whales aboard one of Australia’s newest and luxurious whale watching vessels. Within minutes of the Gold Coast, cruise to the ‘Humpback Highway’ Tour duration includes return transfers from the ballooning and breakfast.