Watching the sun set over the ocean from the white sands of a deserted tropical beach is truly one of life’s greatest pleasures. Soaking up the view from the crest of a mountain you’ve just scaled is another. And watching dolphins at play in the turquoise waters of a tropical lagoon is a memory you’ll treasure for a lifetime.
All these experiences and more are waiting for you in Queensland’s wild natural environments.
From the spinifex grasslands of the Outback to the lush rainforests of the Gold Coast Hinterland, Queensland is a nature-lover’s paradise.
Breathe in the fresh, clean Queensland air and escape to a world free of phones, emails, meetings and deadlines.
In the north, the World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest yields to pristine sandy beaches and the clear blue waters of the Great Barrier Reef. In the south, majestic mountains stand guard over the rare flora and fauna within its fold. And in all places in between you’ll find rare and exciting animal encounters that will delight the whole family!
You’ll find it all in Queensland!
If it crawls, hops, flies, runs, climbs or swims, you’ll find it in Queensland! More on Animal Encounters >
As diverse and unpredictable as they are vast and beautiful, Queensland’s precious protected areas are waiting to be explored. More on National Parks & World Heritage >
Rejuvenate mind body and soul in Queensland’s lush, tropical rainforests. More on Rainforests >
Take a quick stroll before lunch or embark on a three-day trek – whatever your pace, we have it in Queensland. More on Walks >
Australia's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture is one of the oldest living societies on the planet and its intricate history and vibrant contemporary practices can be experienced in so many ways, all across Queensland. More on Indigenous Queensland >