Noosa – what a place to get away and stay. Swimming and sunning at main beach. Strolling along the boardwalk. Dining and shopping on Hastings Street. But scratch below Noosa’s sandy surface and you’ll find there’s even more to see and do.
Noosa’s Hinterland is the emerald gem in Noosa’s crown. Discover charming country villages like Kin Kin. Its heart is the century old Kin Kin Hotel, restored to beyond its former glory. Traditional farmhouse cooking has been given a gourmet flair and everything is house-made using only local produce. Pop into the Kin Kin Depot after lunch and check out the colourful trinkets and treasures on offer in this eclectic gift store. Or browse the Kin Kin markets on the first Sunday of each month.
Thirlestane Farm in Cooroy is the perfect home away from home. The exquisitely decorated cottage and adjourning modern barn sleep 8 people. And just as much thought has gone into what’s outside with a pizza oven, an outdoor theatre and an open-air bath.
If you’d prefer a bit more action, check out all the adrenaline inducing activities at Adventure Tribe. The team at Grab Rock run rock climbing lessons, scaling Mount Tinbeerwah. The cliff is sheer and 50 metres high – a terrifying and exhilarating challenge to say the least!
Want to take in Noosa from a new angle? Try a ride on the epic Noosa Thriller. Jump waves across the bar and burn some 360 turns at a cracking pace on board the jet boat. Adrenaline and tranquillity come in equal doses with a good chance of spotting dolphins while gaining a fresh perspective of the national park’s coastline.
After your sea adventure, why not head to Seabourne Distillery? Their locally crafted gin captures the spirit of Noosa in a bottle. Give their dirty umami martini a try – described as a unique flavour of sundried tomatoes and caramel. If you’d rather smashed avocado, head to Peruvian restaurant Coya and try their guacamole, freshly made at your table. The kitchen serves traditional dishes with a modern twist in a sensationally styled setting.
With so many natural wonders to explore, Noosa’s mangroves are often left off the itinerary. But they’re an important and fascinating habitat to explore. Head out with Kayak Noosa on their Mangroves and Mansions tour to see this strangely beautiful environment and marvel at the riverside real estate on the way.
Staying active is easy in such an enticing setting – but recovering well is just as important. TH7 is an elite wellness centre using cutting-edge technology and science-based research to enhance recovery, performance, sleep, mental clarity, and longevity of life. Try their signature Nordic protocol using alternating hot and cold therapies like saunas and ice baths. Or give the hyperbaric chamber session a try. Round off your sessions with an electrolyte slushie and leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
The river runs through the soul of Noosa and there’s no better feeling than floating along it…except maybe flying above it! Keen to try e-foiling but don’t quite have the confidence? Give the e-scooter at Flite School Noosa a try. The handlebars give stability and balance making it perfect for beginners.
Prefer to stay dry and simply admire a river view? Have an impeccable yet unpretentious meal at Lanai. The restaurant serves up tasty dishes like lamb skewers lashed with black garlic and vegemite aioli and find out why everyone’s talking about their prawn sanga.
There are plenty of amazing accommodation options on the river but Oasis Noosa is quite literally on the river! The luxurious floating eco-villa sleeps two and is the best place to rewind, relax and watch a glorious Noosa sunset.
