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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is split in two by the Gold Coast Highway, with the two areas connected by a concrete tunnel. Established in 1947, the sanctuary was initially known for feeding wild rainbow lorikeets and has since gradually developed into a comprehensive park integrating animal exhibits, interactive experiences, and wildlife rescue. The kangaroo area is one of the core experience zones in the park, where kangaroos and emus roam freely within an open grassy enclosure, and visitors can feed and observe them up close. Koalas reside in a dedicated koala area, where visitors can walk into the koala habitat for close observation and have the opportunity to take photos with the koalas. The park is also home to Australian native species such as crocodiles, cassowaries, possums, echidnas, and dingoes. There is a wild lorikeet feeding experience every morning and evening, where flocks of rainbow lorikeets fly in and land on visitors' hands to feed—a signature activity the sanctuary has carried on to this day. The WildSkies free-flight bird show displays the flying skills of various bird species, and the Lost Valley area brings together tropical rainforest species such as red pandas, tree kangaroos, and capybaras. There is also an Aboriginal cultural performance every afternoon, presenting traditional dance and didgeridoo performances. The wildlife hospital in the park is also open to the public, where visitors can learn about wildlife rescue work through observation windows. △ Get up close and personal with Australia's native species △ Learn more about biology and geography △ Enjoy exciting performances held daily

Currumbin · 6.2 km from Burleigh Heads
Gold Coast Sea World
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Gold Coast Sea World

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Gold Coast Sea World is a long-established marine theme park in Australia, located in the northern part of the Gold Coast. It combines marine animal exhibits, animal shows, and mechanical rides within a single park, so visitors can see animals and watch performances as well as enjoy thrilling attractions. Seeing animals is the main draw here: the penguin exhibit is home to king penguins and gentoo penguins, and through the viewing glass set against an icy landscape, visitors can watch them waddle about or dive into the water; Polar Bear Shores recreates the rocky shores and pools of an Arctic summer and is a rare place in Australia to see polar bears in person; in Shark Bay, sharks and rays swim in schools, and at the adjacent Ray Reef visitors can touch rays by hand; at Seal Harbor, Australian sea lions and fur seals either lie on the shore basking in the sun or chase and play in the water. The park hosts multiple dolphin shows and educational sea lion presentations every day, so it is recommended to confirm the day's time slots upon entry before planning the order of your visit, and remember to secure seats early before popular shows begin. Visitors bringing children should not miss Nickelodeon Land, where animated characters from SpongeBob SquarePants, Patrick Star, Dora the Explorer, and PAW Patrol meet and take photos with visitors; those who enjoy thrills can take on the wooden roller coaster Leviathan, the motorbike-style roller coaster Jet Rescue, and the Storm Coaster, which ends with a big splash. △ Meet your favorite animated characters △ Get close to marine life △ Experience thrilling rides

Main Beach · 16.4 km from Burleigh Heads
Surfers Paradise Beach

Surfers Paradise Beach

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Surfers Paradise Beach is located on the Gold Coast of Australia. It is an important area of the Gold Coast. Known as "Miami of the Southern Hemisphere", it is a huge sandy coast. 1. Overview of attractions One of Australia's most famous beaches, attracting surfers from all over the world. The Gold Coast is close to the Pacific Ocean and has 75 kilometers of beaches. It is a huge sandy coast. The coastline here is straight and wide, the shoreline is very shallow, and the waves are very large, which is very suitable for various water sports such as surfing. Among them, the continuous beach is 42 kilometers long. There is a reef at the corner of the turning cliff. Layers of waves rush over from the reef cliff, surging forward, and the height is 2-3 meters. If the sea is stormy, the waves will roar. The turbulent waves are set off, and its splendid sight is amazing. 2. Leisure sports There are many entertainment facilities on the beach, so tourists will not be bored. The jet boat located in Apple Park is suitable for those who like to experience thrilling sports. The speed boat will depart from Surfers Paradise to WaveBreak Island every day, bringing the experiencer a 360-degree flip experience. The whole journey takes about 55 minutes. 3.7D cinema Have only heard of 3D cinema, but never heard of 7D? The 7D Cinema on Trickett Street is very popular with 10 scenes to choose from. 4. Shopping Tired of blue sky and white clouds, silver beach, you can also enjoy shopping. Not far from the promenade near the beach, shopping malls such as ParadiseCentre, HarbourTownOutletShoppingCenter and PacificFairShoppingCenter are gathered in the business district, which can be reached in a few minutes' walk. 5. Dining The restaurants here serve Australian local food, Indian food, Mexican food, Japanese food and Chinese food, and the rich choices will make you dazzled. If you like Italian food, you can go to Nicolinis Pizzeria, which serves delicious pizza, but remember to book in advance on Friday and weekend nights! The first floor of TheMarkBuilding is a famous nightclub. Come to the dance floor to have fun, and it is open until 5:00 in the morning.

Surfers Paradise · 11.7 km from Burleigh Heads

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Gold Coast cruise seafood buffet [Round-trip boat ticket + lunch/dinner + round-trip to Sea World/Surfers Paradise]
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Winery Tour & Tasting and Light Lunch at Cellar Door
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Winery Tour & Tasting
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Lamington National Park & O'Reilly's Vineyard Tour
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Australia Brisbane/Gold Coast Currumbin Zoo + Point Danger + Burleigh Heads 1-day tour
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Gold Coast: Jellurgal Cultural Guided Walking Tour
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Gold Coast Glow Worm Night Tour [Optional Tamborine/Springbrook National Park with Transfers]
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Gold coast Australian outback spectacular [Cowboy show/Three-course dinner/Alcoholic and soft drinks]
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Brisbane Mirimar cruise + Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary one-day tour [optional Round-trip boat]
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Brisbane north island 1-day tour small group in English #North Stradbroke
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Tropical Fruit World Farm Full Tour
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Experience up-close wildlife observation at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
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Best of Brisbane Walking Tour: All Sights & Hidden Gems
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Brisbane: Midday 1.5-Hour Sightseeing Cruise 12.30pm-2.00pm
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Best of Brisbane Walking Tour | Small Group & snack
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Byron Bay: Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens Entry Ticket
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Gold Coast Natural Bridge, Springbrook National Park half-day tour [Purling Brook Falls, Springbrook National Park + rainforest hike]
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Gold Coast surfing 2 hr beginner lesson [Surfers Paradise surfing + group/private lesson]
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Brisbane Tamborine Mountain + Springbrook National Park rainforest 1-day tour to encounter blue glow worms
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Byron Bay skydiving [ocean view skydiving + Brisbane/Gold Coast pick-up and drop-off]
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Learn to Surf at Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast
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Gold Coast Paradise Jet Boating
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知了ChanOctober 16, 2026
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We went straight to the zoo after getting off the plane. We arrived quite late, but we were lucky enough to see most of the animals, including wombats, Tasmanian devils, and smiling rats. A great zoo, highly recommended. The coffee at the entrance was delicious, and feeding the parrots was also very interesting. Feeding starts at 4 PM, and even when we left at 5 PM, there were still parrots to feed.

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

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Travel.coffee.donutsFebruary 26, 2026
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describe gold coast beachesBest Beaches On The Gold Coast to Visit | QueenslandGold Coast beaches feature 57km of stunning, white-sand coastline along the Pacific Ocean, offering world-renowned surf breaks, patrolled swimming areas, and vibrant, developed shorelines. Key spots include the bustling Surfers Paradise, the surfing mecca of Snapper Rocks, and serene spots like Currumbin and Burleigh Heads.

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Thinh0304October 7, 2026
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My friends and I had a fantastic time visiting the SkyPoint Observation Deck. Everything about the experience was absolutely excellent, from the breathtaking scenery and environment to our overall enjoyment. We also felt it provided exceptional service and value for money. It’s a perfect spot to visit with friends, and we highly recommend it!

SkyPoint Observation Deck

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_TI***ghAugust 13, 2026
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Great fun way to see Gold coast in a short time for both adults and children!

Aquaduck Gold Coast

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Anonymous userOctober 13, 2026
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It was so much fun, much better than Tokyo DisneySea! The lines for the rides were shorter, and there were shows and interactions with manta rays. It's a shame we arrived a bit late in the morning and missed out on so many rides. The only downside was that the daily operating hours were too short. It's perfect for the whole family (the worst part is that adults aren't allowed to ride the carousel because they're tall; they can only ride in small cars, ugh).

Gold Coast Sea World

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M48***32April 12, 2026
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Very good and exciting

Jet Boat Extreme

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Sammi_1May 16, 2026
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The deepest feeling of the Gold Coast hot air balloon experience is to get up very early, but when the hot air balloon slowly lifts off to see the sunrise, it feels like everything is worth it, and the lifting process is very smooth, looking out from high altitude views are very open!

Hot Air Balloon Gold Coast

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树懒的旅途March 28, 2020
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It's actually a bit difficult. It's very hard to stand on the board and keep your balance. It's also very tiring. But my child loves it so much that she strongly asked to sign up for another class the next day. She was ranked first in her favorite sport, hahahaha

Go Ride A Wave Surfers Paradise

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Mean BeeNovember 9, 2024
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An hour of tour was so relaxing. Crossing from land to water and vice versa was fascinating. Tour guides were fun and informative. Registration was quick, our tickets were already printed by staff before we arrived and didn't need any more details or IDs. The given time frame was also followed. Overall, very good!

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George HuaAugust 11, 2025
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[Scenery] One of the most beautiful beaches on the Gold Coast! [Fun] Lots of people surfing 🏄🏻‍♀️🏄🏻‍♂️ and even watch the sunrise. [Value] Plenty of apartment-style hotels nearby, so you can choose the right budget for your budget. A comfortable stay here for three to five days, or even a week or two.

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You can give Australian Outback Spectacular Show with Three-Course Dinner on the Gold Coast (Large-scale international performance/Outback cowboy culture/Options include steak, chicken, or vegetarian meals) and Gold Coast cruise seafood buffet [Round-trip boat ticket + lunch/dinner + round-trip to Sea World/Surfers Paradise] a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Australia Brisbane/Gold Coast Currumbin Zoo + Point Danger + Burleigh Heads 1-day tour, Australia | Gold Coast | Burleigh Head National Park + Currumbin Beach + lighthouse (Adjustable itinerary), and Australia | Gold Coast | zoo + lookout + Surfers Paradise Beach + lighthouse. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of November 7, 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Burleigh Heads is around MXN 763.5 – MXN 12,383.52. Rates vary by duration, group size, transportation, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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