Queensland's Sunshine Coast is broadly defined as the beachside towns to the north of Brisbane. Unlike the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast (colloquially the "Sunny Coast") is not just one destination, but a collection of them. A travel experience in Noosa, for example, is likely to be very different from one in Caloundra or Coolum. Behind the coast is the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, with the mountain towns of Maleny and Montville.
Adventure Travel & Tours on the Sunshine Coast
Adventure Travel represents over 1,000 hostels, hotels, tour companies & attractions across Australia that we can book for you often at a discouted rate. At Adventure Travel we also operate a number of our own tours.
Currency used on the Sunshine Coast
On the Sunshine Coast the standard currency used is the Australia Dollar. The Australia dollar comes in denominations of 5c ,10c ,20c ,50c ,$1 & 2$ coins, and $5, $10, $20, $50 & $100 notes. Most bars, restaurants, backpacker hostels, shops and Adventure Tour desks on the Sunshine Coast all take credit card, eftpos and cash. There is several cash machines on the Sunshine Coast all which dispense the Australia Dollar currency. To check the Australian dollar exchange rate against a foreign currency then click here.
Backpacker Hostel Accommodation & Hotels on the Sunshine Coast
On the Sunshine Coast there is a number of Backpacker Hostels and Hotels where we can pre - book your accommodation. If you are looking for a budget hostel bed the click here or if you are looking for more luxurious accommodation then click here.
Discounted Travel Insurance
Adventure Travel offers a range of Backpacker Insurance policies at heavily discounted rates. We understand that you are on a budget and prefer to save your money to backpack around the world.
Security on the Sunshine Coast
The Sunshine Coast in Australia is a very safe place to travel with 1,000's of visitors touring through every year. This is a popular destination for sailing enthusiasts, sunlovers, families and backpackers. To check any foreign office information on Australia you can click here.
Weather on the Sunshine Coast
The weather on the Sunshine Coast is seasonal with 2 distinctive seasons : May - Oct (Dry Season), Nov - April (Green Season) To get more information on the weather on the Sunshine Coast, Australia, then click here.
Travel to the SunshineCoast
The Sunshine Coast is between 1 and 2 hours (depending on traffic and exactly where you're going) north of Brisbane by car. Buses and some train services also run from Brisbane to various Sunshine Coast centres.
Things to see and do on the SunshineCoast
Australia Zoo, owned and run by the family of the late Steve Irwin, is a popular tourist drawcard.
Buderim Ginger Factory - Unusual (free) theme park based on ginger. Cane Train through rainforest and various rides and features to entertain children. Claims to be biggest selection of ginger products anywhere in the world. Cafe for meals & snacks.
Glasshouse Mountains and Beerburrum and Beerwah State Forests and Forest Reserves.
Kenilworth State Forest - Rainforest and eucalypt forest. Camping in various areas.
Kondalilla National Park - about 4 km north of the centre of Montville. Hectares of lush subtropical rainforest and tall open forest plus Kondalilla Falls dropping 90 metres from Skene Creek into water pools below. Parking area, picnic facilties, barbecues, shelter sheds, toilets, a lookout and three walking trails. No fresh water available.
Go Tandem SkyDiving
The beaches are the major attractions - Noosa Heads, Sunshine Beach, Coolum Beach, Maroochydore Beach, Mooloolaba Beach, Caloundra Beach
Surf, or learn to surf, at Noosa
Drive a go-karting at Landsborough
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