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Find your next adventure in 2025 right here on the Gold Coast

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Here's our top recommendations for your next adventure in 2025, from right here at Burleigh Beach Tourist Park...

surfer at Burleigh Headland
Figure: surfer at Burleigh Headland

1. Surfing on the Gold Coast

Whether you have been doing it since you first learn 't to swim or you want to just give it a go, you can't beat the world-class surfing beaches of the Gold Coast. From Snapper Rocks at Coolangatta, through Kirra Beach or Currumbin Alley, up to Burleigh Beach, Mermaid Beach and even the iconic Surfers Paradise, you will be spoilt for choice. For beginners we recommend booking in with one of the local surf schools who will meet you at your chosen beach and get you riding those waves before you know it!

View to Surfers Paradise from North Burleigh Lookout
Figure: View to Surfers Paradise from North Burleigh Lookout

2. Beach Walks and Lookout Points

Find the best views and get to see what the Gold Coast is famous for! With the Oceanway walking path having it's highly anticipated upgrades at Burleigh, Tallebudgerra and Currumbin, it is now easier to get out there and enjoy our gorgeous coastline. The highlights we recommend are the lookout points that you can find along the way. With North Burleigh and Tumgun Lookout at Burleigh Heads National Park right on our doorstep, you won't have to walk far for some breath taking views. Make sure you wake up early and welcome in the day with sunrise views over Burleigh Headland and Tallebudgerra creek!

Check out the City of Gold Coast website for maps to all the walking and cycling pathways on the Gold Coast
City of Gold Coast - Coastal Pathways
View from the top of a waterfall at Springbrook National Park
Figure: View from the top of a waterfall at Springbrook National Park

3. Gold Coast Hinterland, Tambourine Mountain and Springbrook National Park

With the Gold Coast Hinterland in easy reach of all of our parks, it is simple to find your next adventure and discover a side of the Gold Coast you never expected. With gems like the Natural Bridge at Springbrook and the Glow Worm caves at Tambourine Mountain, you never know where your feet could take you next! There are hiking trails, waterfalls, treetop adventures and more, so make sure you speak with our reception staff to book your tours.

Check out the Queensland website for inspiration
Queensland.com - Visit the Gold Coast Hinterland
Koala in a eucalyptus tree
Figure: A Koala at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

4. Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and David Fleay Wildlife Park

Get to know our furry, feathered and scaled neighbors with two of the best Wildlife Sanctuaries in Australia, right here on the Southern Gold Coast. Learn about our local conservation efforts to support our endangered species and make friends with wildlife you can only find here in Australia. With new Experiences for 2025 and daily shows where you can get involved with feeding 'the locals,' make sure you set a day aside to really enjoy all they have to offer. Gold Coast Tourist Parks have partnered with Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary this year, so have a chat with our reception staff to get exclusive deals!

5. Whale Watching

With Humpback Whale migration season running from June to October, all along the Gold Coast, you really can't go past catching these majestic mammals as they move up and down the coast to their breeding fields. With daily tours running from Autumn to Spring you are guaranteed to catch a good show, with whales breaching and tails splashing. If you're lucky you might even see a calf playing, as they move back South in the later months. With so much activity you might even catch some breaches as you walk along the beach, hang out at Burleigh Headland or take in the view at some of our coastal venues and surf clubs! Get a 'locals' recommendation and speak with our reception staff for the best deals around on tours and tickets!

Check out the QR codes we have around the parks and make sure you upload your videos to Experience Gold Coast, to join in the world's first 'Peer to Peer' experience exchange!

Make sure you visit our park receptions for more information on local attractions. We are now working with Experience Oz to bring you the best deals on all tickets and tours, so you can get the most out of your holiday or visit. Also, all of our staff live on the Gold Coast so make sure you have a chat with us to get the 'Locals' perspective and recommendations on where to go, where to eat, what to do and what to see.

See you soon for your next adventure!

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Posted: January 6th 2025

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