Sunshine Coast Water Sports

Enjoy a leisurely guided kayak tour of the magical Moreton Bay Marine Park and the pristine Pumicestone Passage. Experience a close encounter with curious marine creatures and abundant birdlife as you paddle to beautiful Bribie Island. Relax on the glorious golden beaches and explore the unique flora and fauna of the Conservation Park.

Kayaking is fun, relaxing and very safe. It's suitable for people of all ages and abilities, and no experience is necessary. The professionals at Blue Water Kayak Tours will tailor a full or half day tour according to weather conditions and tides, ensuring a memorable kayak experience.

Learn to surf with a true local - professional surf coach and fitness trainer, Nathan Katterns. Nathan has more than 15 years of surfing experience and holds lessons for everyone wanting to learn the exciting art of surfing.

All ages are welcome and all aspects of surfing are covered, including surf awareness and safety, catching waves, standing, and controlling the board. Learn surf etiquette and advanced techniques to improve your manoeuvres and increase your fitness.

Stand on your first lesson, or your next lesson is free!

Go Ride A Wave is one of the industry leaders, teaching more than 50,000 customers each year in various locations along Australia's magnificent east coast. Providing a safe and enjoyable experience, Go Ride A Wave's instructors are passionate about surfing and the protection of our diverse environment.

All surfing lessons include a full two hours of tuition suited to your skill level, and all of the necessary equipment is provided.

Special customised 'Go Girls' women's surfing classes are held regularly.

Other outdoor recreational activities such as bodyboarding and kayaking are also available, and all equipment is available for hire or purchase.

Learn how to surf in the crystal waters of the beautiful Sunshine Coast. Champion surfer Robbie Sherwell and his team of experienced instructors will have you mastering the art in the shortest time possible. All levels of rider are catered for, from novices to elite surfers wanting to compete professionally.

The Robbie Sherwell XL Surfing Academy is an accredited member of the Academy of Surfing Instructors, maintaining the highest standards in the world.

Golden Beach Hire

Get fit while experiencing the challenge of learning a new water sport in the calm clear waters of the Pumicestone Passage. Golden Beach Hire at Caloundra - the sailboarding 'capital' of Queensland - are your friendly local operators who can fill your recreational water sports needs.

Learn how to harness the power of the wind to sail a catamaran or sailboard across the sparkling waters of the channel. Try the thrilling extreme sport of kite surfing, using the wind to surf the waves.

Hire a kayak and explore the local creeks and canals or the nearby beauty of Bribie Island. The possibilities are endless!

Dive the 'Great Old Lady of the Sea', the ex-HMAS Brisbane, as she rests 27 metres below the surface of the glittering Pacific Ocean. Be one of the first to dive this unique site, home to a range of colourful fish, rays and even a resident octopus. Explore the murky cabins and the mounted turret of this world class site, observing inquisitive large reef fish, Wobbygong sharks and giant turtles in their natural environment.

Discover the calm waters of the local reef on an invigorating Breakfast dive, an exhilarating Night dive, or - for experienced explorers - a serious Adventure dive. Diving in winter is also popular, with a comfortable water temperature of around 19 to 27 degrees Celsius, and the chance to see migrating humpback whales passing by.

Courses are available for those wishing to learn to scuba dive or for those divers wanting to increase their skills to encompass rescue diving and instruction.

Explore the wonders of the reef off the Sunshine Coast with the dive specialists, Scuba World. Marvel at the variety of colourful marine life such as corals, tropical fish and turtles in caves and around ledges in the spectacular Gneerings and Murphy's Reef.

Those feeling adventurous can dive with the resident sharks at UnderWater World. Come within centimetres of large grey nurse sharks, whaler sharks, shovel-nosed sharks and white tip reef sharks. Marvel at the graceful rays, curious fish and the unusual wobbegongs.

Certified divers can dive the ex-HMAS Brisbane where it lies in its watery grave just 5 miles from the Maroochydore harbour.

Dives can be arranged for everyone, from beginners through to certified divers, and all gear is available if required.

For the latest in extreme water sports, head to Suncoast Cable Watersports at Bli Bli and try skurfing! The cable tow pulls you across the surface of the water and once you've mastered the knee board and advanced to standing, you can attempt the variety of A-frames, boxes and kickers that have been added to the course. The jumps and ramps will have you spinning and performing aerial acrobatics over the water.

Experience the thrill of riding a powerful jetski on a fast and furious adrenalin rush up the Maroochy River. Spend an hour or two indulging your need for speed in the massive area, used exclusively by Queensland Jet Ski Hire. Take a white knuckle ride around the mouth of the river or open the throttle to reach awesome speeds.

If you prefer things a little more laidback, take a ski for a gentle cruise exploring the meandering creeks and wildlife of the Maroochy River.

Jetskis can seat up to three people. The minimum hire age is 16, but there are no passenger age restrictions.

Ride the adrenalin-pumping Oceanrider over the Noosa Bar and out to the magnificent open waters of the Pacific Ocean. Taste the salt spray in your face and feel the wind in your hair as you become airborne over the crashing waves. Screaming and laughing, don't hold back - just hold on!

Explore the rocky cliffs, hidden caves and magical beaches of the coastline around Noosa. Meet the cheeky local dolphins who come to ride in the Oceanrider's wake. Discover for yourself why the Oceanrider is fast becoming the must-do activity in Noosa.