THINGS TO DO ON THE SUNSHINE COAST IN WINTER

They don’t call it the ‘Sunshine’ Coast for nothing! The sun is almost always shining here, even in winter. A day trip or extended break up the coast is the perfect escape in cooler months, with parks, beaches, cafés and more awaiting families around every corner.

The Ginger Factory

Stroll around the tropical gardens, sample ginger treats and enjoy a train ride at The Ginger Factory in Yandina.

Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve

Wander around the subtropical rainforest at Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve while trying to spot pademelons, birdlife and maybe even a snake!

Hire a Boat

Watch the winter sun glisten on the water as you cruise down the Noosa River aboard the Noosa Ferry, or hire a boat and DIY.

Pick Your Own Strawberries

Get the whole family involved as you pick your own strawberries at one of the many strawberry farms on the Sunshine Coast.

Platypus Walk

Try your luck at spotting the elusive platypus in Obi Obi Creek while wandering along the Maleny Boardwalk: Platypus Walk.

Mary Valley Rattler

Climb aboard the Mary Valley Rattler in Gympie to experience an historic steam train journey through the Mary Valley to Amamoor and back.

Pack a Picnic

Pack a picnic and find the perfect spot to relax at Mooloolaba, Caloundra, Maroochydore, Noosa or in the hinterland.

Fossick for gems

Fossick for gems at Opals Downunder (located just up the road from Aussie World).

Visit the Animals

Visit the adorable animals at Wildlife HQ - quokkas, spider monkeys, lemurs, meerkats and more. Don’t forget to snap a pic of The Big Pineapple next door.

Maleny Botanic Gardens and Bird World

Talk to the birds and relax in the picturesque gardens at Maleny Botanic Gardens and Bird World.