Clifftop trails, wild koalas, hidden tidal coves, and Noosa's famous beaches — choose half-day (4.5hr, ~5.4km return to Hell's Gates) or full-day (~9hr) with Main Beach, Hastings Street, and Noosa River.
Noosa National Park is one of the most visited national parks in Australia — and with good reason. Where else can you walk a clifftop trail past wild koalas, swim in tidal rock pools, spot dolphins from a headland, and finish with lunch on a world-class beach, all in a single morning?
Our Noosa National Park guided tours give you expert access to the best of this remarkable coastline, with options for a focused half-day walk or a leisurely full-day exploration that adds Hastings Street, the Noosa River, and optional Eumundi Markets on Wednesday and Saturday departures.
Whether you're based on the Sunshine Coast or visiting from Brisbane, there's a Noosa tour to suit your schedule. Small groups (max 12), expert local guides, and door-to-door pickup make it easy. The park sits on the Country of the Kabi Kabi (Gubbi Gubbi) people — your guide will share dreaming stories alongside natural history.
A focused morning exploring Noosa National Park's coastal trail — Boiling Pot (300m wheelchair-accessible lookout), Hell's Gates with Alexandria Bay views, Fairy Pools (tide permitting), and koala spotting at Tea Tree Bay. Returns via inland Tanglewood rainforest. Ideal if you want the highlights without a full-day commitment.
From AUD $95per adult
Book the half-dayThe complete Noosa experience — the full 5.4km coastal trail to Hell's Gates plus Main Beach, Hastings Street for lunch, and the Noosa River precinct at Gympie Terrace for dolphin watching at golden hour. Add Eumundi Markets (600+ stalls since 1979) on Wed/Sat departures.
From AUD $145per adult
View full-day tourNoosa National Park has one of the densest wild koala populations in South East Queensland — particularly at Tea Tree Bay and along the inland Tanglewood Track. Your guide knows the favourite trees — sightings happen on ~90% of walks. You'll also see goannas, brush turkeys, sea eagles, and black cockatoos.
The coastal track winds along the headland past Dolphin Point, Tea Tree Bay, Granite Bay, and Picnic Cove, out to Hell's Gates — the dramatic rocky point at the park's eastern tip with sweeping views over Alexandria Bay and the Pacific. Your guide sets a relaxed pace with plenty of photo stops.
At low tide, the natural rock pools along the headland fill with crystal-clear water — perfect for a quick dip and a photo. Your guide checks the tide chart each morning so you arrive at the right window. The Fairy Pools sit ~400m past Tea Tree Bay; descent is rocky so footwear with grip is essential.
The north-facing Main Beach is calm, patrolled year-round, and consistently rated one of Australia's best. Full-day tours include free time for a swim and lunch at your choice of Hastings Street's beachfront restaurants, cafés, and boutiques.
Pickup from Sunshine Coast accommodation (Caloundra–Noosa). Times approximate.
Looking for the full-day itinerary? See our Noosa & Coastal Explorer page for the complete schedule including Hastings Street, the Noosa River at Gympie Terrace, and optional Eumundi Markets stop on Wed/Sat.
"We only had a morning free and the half-day walk was perfect. Saw two koalas, swam at the Fairy Pools, and were back at the hotel by lunchtime. Brilliant value."
— Naomi, Mooloolaba
"The guide timed the walk so we arrived at the Fairy Pools right at low tide — the water was crystal clear and we had the place almost to ourselves. Worth every cent."
— Tom & Hayley, Gold Coast
"We've walked this trail before on our own and missed half the koalas. Having a guide who knows every tree made all the difference. The Hell's Gates views were spectacular."
— Patrick, Brisbane
The half-day (~4.5 hours, AUD $95) focuses on the Noosa National Park coastal walk — the 5.4km return trail to Hell's Gates including Boiling Pot lookout (wheelchair-accessible 300m), Tea Tree Bay koala spotting, Fairy Pools tidal swim (tide permitting), Granite Bay, and Hell's Gates with views over Alexandria Bay. The full-day (~9 hours, AUD $145) is the Noosa & Coastal Explorer — it adds free time on Main Beach, Hastings Street lunch (own expense), Noosa River dolphin watching at Gympie Terrace, and on Wednesday/Saturday departures includes Eumundi Markets (600+ stalls since 1979).
Wild koalas are spotted on approximately 90% of our walks — Noosa National Park has one of the densest wild koala populations in South East Queensland, particularly around Tea Tree Bay and the inland Tanglewood Track. Your guide knows the resident koalas' favourite eucalyptus trees, but wildlife can never be guaranteed. You'll also have excellent chances of seeing goannas, brush turkeys, sea eagles, ospreys, echidnas, black cockatoos, and dolphins from the headland lookouts (year-round) plus humpback whales from June to November.
Yes, when conditions allow. The Fairy Pools are natural tidal rock pools — access depends on tide and swell. Your guide checks the morning tide chart and times the walk to arrive at low tide for the clearest water. Wear shoes with grip for the rocky descent. The pools are about 400m past the Tea Tree Bay area.
Yes — both groups manage well. School-aged children handle the coastal track comfortably with wildlife spotting keeping them engaged. For families with younger children, the shorter Tea Tree Bay section (~2.5km return) is a good option. For mobility-limited travellers, Boiling Pot Lookout (300m from car park) is fully wheelchair-accessible with gradients up to 1:14. Pushchairs cannot navigate the full trail beyond Dolphin Point (1.2km). Pickup vehicles are air-conditioned and the pace is unhurried throughout.
The walk is rated easy to moderate (Queensland Parks rates it Grade 4 for the full track to Sunshine Beach). The half-day's 5.4km return to Hell's Gates is on mostly formed paths with some rocky and stepped sections. A shorter lookout-only option is always available. Most reasonably active people complete the walk comfortably. Allow approximately 2–2.5 hours walking time for the half-day route, plus stops.
Light rain often makes the rainforest section even more atmospheric. If heavy rain affects trail safety (slippery rocks at Fairy Pools or Hell's Gates), your guide will adjust the route or extend time at sheltered alternatives like Main Beach cafés or the Boiling Pot area. Severe weather qualifies for a free date transfer or full refund.
Door-to-door pickup from Sunshine Coast accommodation between Caloundra and Noosa. If you're staying in Brisbane, our Noosa Day Trip from Brisbane includes return transport from Brisbane CBD.
Use the Enquire & Book Now button, call us on 0409 661 342, or email contact@waggiegroup.com. Full payment is required at booking. Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure. Brisbane-based, ATAS accredited, Cooee Tours has been operating East Coast Australia tours since 1989.