Things to Do in Sunshine Coast

Browse the Eumundi Markets on Wednesdays (8am-1:30pm) and Saturdays (7am-2pm) for local crafts, food, and buskers (free entry)

Climb Mount Ngungun or Mount Tibrogargan in the Glass House Mountains for volcanic peak views (free, 1-3 hours return)

Day trip to Rainbow Beach for coloured sand cliffs and 4WD beach driving

Explore the hinterland villages of Maleny and Montville for cafes, galleries, and Baroon Pocket Dam views (free)

Hike the Noosa National Park coastal track from Noosa Heads to Hell's Gate -- spot koalas, dolphins, and whales in season (free)

Hike the Noosa National Park coastal track from Noosa Heads to Hell's Gate — spot koalas, dolphins, and whales in season (free)

Kayak or stand-up paddleboard on the Noosa Everglades -- often called the "River of Mirrors" (half-day tours from $75 AUD)

Kayak or stand-up paddleboard on the Noosa Everglades — often called the "River of Mirrors" (half-day tours from $75 AUD)

Snorkel or dive with grey nurse sharks at the ex-HMAS Brisbane wreck off Mooloolaba (from $100 AUD)

Surf at Noosa Main Beach, Mooloolaba, or Kings Beach Caloundra -- lessons from $50 AUD

Surf at Noosa Main Beach, Mooloolaba, or Kings Beach Caloundra — lessons from $50 AUD

Visit Australia Zoo in Beerwah, founded by Steve Irwin, for a full day with wildlife ($62 AUD adult entry)

Walk the Kondalilla Falls circuit in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland -- a 4.7km loop through rainforest to a 90-metre waterfall (free)

Walk the Kondalilla Falls circuit in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland — a 4.7km loop through rainforest to a 90-metre waterfall (free)