What to do in Banksia Beach

Activities, attractions and tours
Photo by Simon Maloney
Photo by Simon Maloney
Photo by Simon Maloney

Banksia Beach Tourist Attractions & Activities

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Top places to visit

1. Australia Zoo

Australia Zoo offers each visitor an up-close animal experience unlike any other. From petting cuddly koalas to hand-feeding magnificent Asian elephants, walking with majestic Sumatran tigers to watching nail-biting crocodile shows, it's easy to see why world-famous crocodile wrestler Steve Irwin and his family called Australian Zoo home.
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Australia Zoo featuring zoo animals and hiking or walking as well as children

2. Bulcock Beach

This flawless beach, with its picturesque waterfront and views of Bribie Island, is a perfect spot to enjoy the serenity of the Sunshine Coast. Warm waters lead south into the Pumicestone Passage, between the mainland and Bribie Island. The beach is popular with families because of its shallow waters, grassy knolls and seaside picnic areas. Away from the water enjoy the esplanade’s shade, viewing platforms and seats to rest upon.
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Clear ocean waters, a dazzling stretch of sandy shore, warm paddling pools and a beachside boardwalk combine to make this a classic seaside getaway.

3. Glasshouse Mountains National Park

As Captain James Cook sailed along Australia's east coast in 1770, he noted that these giant volcanic plugs resembled the huge glass furnaces back in his hometown of Yorkshire. Using this nugget of inspiration he named the peaks the Glass House Mountains.
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Stimulate your sense of adventure with this rugged bushland experience; take a walking tour, go rock climbing, or abseil against a magnificent volcanic backdrop.

4. Gheebulum Kunungai National Park

Discover Brisbane's own slice of paradise, complete with sandy beaches, serene lagoons, tall sand dunes and an abundance of marine life and wildflowers. Drive or hike along the coastal tracks to absorb the history of this island's rich heritage or camp out on an isolated beach and go fishing, diving or snorkelling.
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Moreton Island National Park showing a bay or harbour, a sandy beach and bird life

5. Shelly Beach

Facing directly east toward the Pacific Ocean, Shelly Beach is a beautiful place to catch the first rays of the sun while strolling along the soft sands. Framed by Norfolk pines on a rocky headland, this beach and suburb of the same name is a scenic spot for enjoying ocean views, exploring rock pools with the kids and splashing around in the shallows.
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Shelly Beach showing general coastal views and rugged coastline

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