Top Gold Coast Food & Drink

Hop aboard this evening cruise and navigate the canals of the Gold Coast Broadwater while savoring a buffet dinner prepared by local chefs. Take in views of the Surfers Paradise skyline as you sip a locally crafted beer or a cocktail. This tour is perfect for celebrating a special occasion with friends and family.

Experience Mount Tamborine's family-owned boutique wineries on this half-day guided tour that includes tastings with six to eight varieties of wine at each stop. Visit three local wineries such as Hampton Estate Winery and Cedar Creek Estate Winery. Along the way, enjoy picturesque mountain views. A two-course lunch is also included in the tour price.

Taste award-winning liqueurs, spirits, and wine on this tour of the Mt. Tamborine area. Taste the bounty of the Great Brisbane region and enjoy views of the Scenic Rim. This belly-filling experience includes several tastings during the day including three boutique wineries, a distillery, and a 2-course lunch, plus snacks and water on the bus. Enjoy several opportunities to purchase local produce throughout the tour. Note: itinerary may be altered on Mondays and Tuesdays due to trading hours.

Go sailing on the Gold Coast Broadwater at sunset aboard a luxury sailboat. Glide past landmarks such as the Southport Yacht Club, Marina Mirage, Wave Break Island and Surfers Paradise on this romantic and relaxing 2-hour sunset cruise. Travel in a small group with a maximum of 10 people, and enjoy complimentary sparkling wine and appetizers during your sunset cruise. Have the option to upgrade to include a gourmet dinner featuring fresh Australian seafood.

Discover the boutique wineries of Mt Tamborine on a full-day tour from Brisbane or the Gold Coast. Your wine–savvy guide takes you to some of Queensland’s best local wineries for tastings of award-winning wines and a gourmet 2-course winery lunch. If your schedule allows, stop to sample locally-made liqueurs, spirits, cheese, and fudge.

Experience the thrills of parasailing while on the Gold Coast of Australia. First, you’ll receive a short safety training before being outfitted with a harness. Then, soar high above the Gold Coast, up to 400 feet (122 meters) high, and take in aerial views of the coastline. This is available for solo travelers or with one or two partners.

Start your day off right with a 3-hour kayak tour to South Stradbroke Island. Enjoy a great vantage point on the beaches and wildlife of the Gold Coast as you paddle at a leisurely pace, stopping to snorkel off Wavebreak Island, visit secluded beaches, and enjoy a picnic breakfast on the beach. Your expert guide shares informative commentary about the region's ecology and animals, and provides full instruction on kayaking and snorkeling — making this tour suitable for both experienced paddlers and first-timers.

Journey into the hinterlands on this 5-hour afternoon tour of the Springbrook National Park from the Gold Coast. Explore the UNESCO-listed Goondawanna rainforests by coach, stopping to walk through the jungle, peek into ancient caves and enjoy views of Mount Warning from the Best of All Lookout.  Visit natural wonders like Purling Brook Falls, Numinbah valley and Rainbow Falls, and soak up the scenery from the Canyon Lookout. This small-group tour is limited to 16 people for a personalised experience, and includes light refreshments and hotel pick-up from selected locations.

If you're short on time, sample the natural beauty of the Gold Coast on this outdoor tour. Hop on a sea kayak and paddle your way over to Wave Break Island to swim and snorkel amid sub-tropical fish and marine wildlife. Look out for dolphins and stingrays and enjoy a snack before heading back to shore.

Exploring the Gold Coast Hinterland can be a challenge if you don’t have your own transport, but this full-day tour from the Gold Coast offers the perfect introduction. Discover the natural wonders of the Springbrook National Park, stopping to take in the views of Mt Warning and Byron Bay, and admire landmarks including the Natural Arch, Purling Brook Falls, and Goomalarah Falls.

Enjoy a close encounter with Australia's native animals at the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, located on the Gold Coast. Your ticket includes admission to the park plus daily keeper presentations and animal shows. Admire critters such as the kangaroo, Tasmanian devil, koala, wombat, echidna and reptiles that live in natural-style bush and rainforest habitats. Walk through the stunning 5-acre forest of the Lost Valley and see unique flora and wildlife such as lemurs, red pandas, capybaras and other exotic reptiles.

Experience the nighttime enchantment of Mt Tamborine National Park on this unique rain forest walk and glowworm tour. At the mountain summit, stop for a light supper of cakes and hot chocolate, and soak up views of the twinkling Gold Coast from a lookout. Then, observe nocturnal wildlife by torchlight with a guided bushwalk through the rain forest, where you’ll come across an ethereal waterfall illuminated by glowworms.

Discover the glittering waters and sandy beaches of the Gold Coast on this 2-hour luxury sailboat cruise. Sip a complimentary glass of sparkling wine and tuck into appetizers as you set sail along the Gold Coast Broadwater, passing waterfront landmarks like the Marina Mirage, Wave Break Island and Surfers Paradise. Alternatively, upgrade to include a delicious 2-course lunch on-board and indulge in a lavish seafood platter. This small-group tour is limited to 10 participants, ensuring an intimate experience.

Take in the beauty and serenity of sunset over the Gold Coast with this sunset cruise on a 38ft sailing yacht (space for maximum 10 guests). Enjoy a glass of wine, water of beer while you watch the sun slowly lower over the city and surrounds. There is also a good chance you encounter dolphins and sea turtles in the water around the vessel, making this a truly special experience.

Sirromet Wines is one of Queensland’s most celebrated wineries. On this tour of their Mount Cotton winery on the outskirts of Brisbane, get an exclusive behind the scenes look at how they make their award-winning wine and sample some for yourself. End the tour with a two-course meal at their alfresco Tuscan Terrace with views of Mount Cotton.

Operating wine and food tours since March 2000, the award-winning Cork ‘n Fork Winery Tours are without doubt the premier specialist wine tour business in South East Queensland. Our Experienced Guides are avid food and wine lovers. Let us take you on a journey to experience what Tamborine Mountain's many wineries and distilleries have to offer. You will love it and we can't wait to take you there! Monday & Tuesday Tours Tours runs as 3 Venues with 2 Course Lunch 2 Wineries and Tamborine Mountain Distillery Wednesday - Sunday Tours Tours runs as 4 Venues with 2 Course Lunch 3 Wineries and Tamborine Mountain Distillery

Sample some of Queensland’s finest wines during a 1.5-hour wine tasting experience at the Sirromet Winery in Mount Cotton. Stroll around the vineyards, enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the family-run winery, then try the award-winning red, white, and sparkling wines during an expert-led tasting.

Pair your luxurious gondola cruise with an elegant dinner: this private excursion offers a romantic way to tour the Gold Coast. Pick from multiple evening tour times, and meet your vessel in Main Beach. Settle into the comfy cabin, and indulge in a gourmet feast and drinks. As the sun sets, you’ll watch the glittering lights come on, and will paddle past the beachfront scenery.

Distill a 500ml bottle of your very own gin on this small group gin masterclass in the Gold Coast. This approximately 2-hour class is taught by a master distiller, who will tell you the history of gin, how it is made, the botanicals and copper stills it’s made with. This is a small group (max 8), so you have lots of attention and ability to ask questions. At the end, choose your botanical and create your own flavor, taste it, and take home a bottle.

Make the most of your day by booking our morning cruise. You will be done in time to meet with with friends for lunch!! Our morning cruises were developed to start the day with a relaxing decadent cruise to soak up the beauty of the Gold Coast waterways on board a luxury 38ft yacht. Imagine sitting on the deck of this beautiful yacht with the wind in your hair, the sun on your face and your coffee in hand. Chatting to your friends about whatever comes to mind. This is an incredible start to any day.

Many wine tours focus only on the great wine but on this tour you’ll also visit some of the most beautiful heritage buildings in the area, which happen to be wineries. On this tour you’ll be taken to four different estates, including a home that three previous Queensland premiers lived in. Learn about wine-making and local history while indulging in a tasty drop or two.

Although this is a non private cruise you are likely to be part of only a small group. We have a maximum of 10 guests on board so even our full cruises are intimate. We are owner operators so we are always glad to welcome you onboard. We never have a bad day. If we are on the water looking after our guests we are happy.

Sample some of Queensland’s finest wines during a 3-hour wine tasting experience and lunch at the Sirromet Winery in Mount Cotton. Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the family-run winery; try the award-winning red, white, and sparkling wines during an expert-led tasting; then tuck into a delicious lunch at the Cellar Door Café.