We have put together some ideas for fantastic places to see while on holidays using your car hire in Noosa and the surrounding area. Noosa is famous for its beautiful beaches but there is much more to be enjoyed within a short drive from the centre of Noosa.
Coastal Scenic Drive
Heading south of Noosa following the beach is a trip that can take an hour or a whole day. There are roads that follow the coastline almost all of the way to Caloundra and these feature countless beach access tracks, scenic lookouts and beachside cafés and restaurants.
Eumundi Markets
Less than half an hour along a scenic road inland from Noosa is the famous Eumundi markets. These are held every Saturday and Wednesday mornings in the main street and feature a large selection of local arts, crafts and fresh produce.
Mooloolaba and Underwater World
Mooloolaba has some of the most beautiful beaches on the Sunshine Coast with both surf beaches and a peaceful bay. It is 45 minutes from Noosa and is home to Underwater World. This tourist attraction includes a large oceanarium with transparent tunnels so you can get up close and personal with many sharks and fish. There are also shark dives, seal swims and shows, otters and many other animals.
Noosa Everglades
The Noosa Everglades is a unique ecosystem on the Noosa river which you can experience via boat cruises or canoeing. Both means of seeing the everglades guarantee stunning scenery and wildlife. Cruises leave from Noosa most days and to canoe you can start at Noosa or from further into the river system.
Fraser Island and Cooloola
Noosa is the gateway to the Great Sandy National Park which includes Fraser Island and beaches north of Noosa. There are many 4wd tours available from Noosa including day trips and longer.
Hinterland Tour
A self drive hinterland tour from Noosa in a hire car is a very rewarding experience. There are lakes, forests, mountains and farm lands within a leisurely hour or two drive as well as wineries, craft stores, roadside stalls and cafes. Some places worth looking at are Imbil, Eumundi, Borumba Dam, Amamoor Creek and Pomona.
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Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Sightseeing with your car hire in Caloundra
When you are using car hire in Caloundra you would probably like to get out and enjoy the sights so we have made a list of some of the highlights of the surrounding area.
Australia Zoo
Australia Zoo delivers an animal experience like few other zoo’s in Australia. You can cuddle a koala, hand-feed Asian Elephants, walk with a Sumatran Tiger and watch crocodiles, snakes and much more. Australia Zoo is a wildlife adventure packed with fun, entertainment and education. It is recommended to allow the best part of a day to see everything the zoo has to offer. Australia Zoo is less than 30 minutes from Caloundra along Steve Irwin Way, which also offers views of the famous Glasshouse Mountains.
Coastal Scenic Drive
Heading north of Caloundra following the beach is very rewarding trip whether you have an hour or two or a whole day to enjoy the beautiful beaches. There are roads that follow the coastline most of the way to Noosa and these feature numerous beaches and bays, scenic lookouts, beachside cafés and restaurants.
Mooloolaba and Underwater World
Mooloolaba arguably has some of the most beautiful beaches on the Sunshine Coast with both surf beaches and a peaceful bay. It is 30 minutes from Caloundra and is home to Underwater World. This tourist attraction includes a large aquarium with transparent tunnels so you can get up close and personal with many sharks and fish. There are also shark dives, seal swims and shows, otters and many other animal displays.
Aussie World
Aussie World is home to Ettamogah Pub, has over 30 rides and games plus many specialty stores. It is at Palmview, which is 20 minutes from Caloundra by hire car. Near Aussie World there is also a strawberry farm where you pick your own strawberries and enjoy delicious strawberry treats, it is called Strawberry Fields.
Glasshouse Mountains
The Glasshouse Mountains are located in a national park of the same name and can be seen less than 30 minutes drive from Caloundra. The 12 mountains in the park are the cores of extinct volcanoes and were named by Captain Cook in 1770. Some of the mountains have walking tracks and there are many picnic areas and forests surrounding them.
Pumicestone Passage
The peaceful waters of the Pumicestone Passage Marine Park are a lovely place for a swim, an eco-cruise or a guided kayak tour where you can experience the bird life and beauty of a thriving marine habitat. The Pumicestone Passage stretches from Caloundra to the southern tip of Bribie Island.
This article may only be republished providing the links to car hire in Caloundra are intact.
Australia Zoo
Australia Zoo delivers an animal experience like few other zoo’s in Australia. You can cuddle a koala, hand-feed Asian Elephants, walk with a Sumatran Tiger and watch crocodiles, snakes and much more. Australia Zoo is a wildlife adventure packed with fun, entertainment and education. It is recommended to allow the best part of a day to see everything the zoo has to offer. Australia Zoo is less than 30 minutes from Caloundra along Steve Irwin Way, which also offers views of the famous Glasshouse Mountains.
Coastal Scenic Drive
Heading north of Caloundra following the beach is very rewarding trip whether you have an hour or two or a whole day to enjoy the beautiful beaches. There are roads that follow the coastline most of the way to Noosa and these feature numerous beaches and bays, scenic lookouts, beachside cafés and restaurants.
Mooloolaba and Underwater World
Mooloolaba arguably has some of the most beautiful beaches on the Sunshine Coast with both surf beaches and a peaceful bay. It is 30 minutes from Caloundra and is home to Underwater World. This tourist attraction includes a large aquarium with transparent tunnels so you can get up close and personal with many sharks and fish. There are also shark dives, seal swims and shows, otters and many other animal displays.
Aussie World
Aussie World is home to Ettamogah Pub, has over 30 rides and games plus many specialty stores. It is at Palmview, which is 20 minutes from Caloundra by hire car. Near Aussie World there is also a strawberry farm where you pick your own strawberries and enjoy delicious strawberry treats, it is called Strawberry Fields.
Glasshouse Mountains
The Glasshouse Mountains are located in a national park of the same name and can be seen less than 30 minutes drive from Caloundra. The 12 mountains in the park are the cores of extinct volcanoes and were named by Captain Cook in 1770. Some of the mountains have walking tracks and there are many picnic areas and forests surrounding them.
Pumicestone Passage
The peaceful waters of the Pumicestone Passage Marine Park are a lovely place for a swim, an eco-cruise or a guided kayak tour where you can experience the bird life and beauty of a thriving marine habitat. The Pumicestone Passage stretches from Caloundra to the southern tip of Bribie Island.
This article may only be republished providing the links to car hire in Caloundra are intact.
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