Joanna James
Sitting in the backyard of the famous Brisbane city is the not-so-famous coastal holiday destination of Moreton Bay Region. Boasting a vast diversity of natural attractions and pristine beaches, this bayside stretch has got a myriad of exhilarating activities that will get your adrenaline pumping.
Stretching from Bribie Island to the mainland in Queensland, the 35-kilometre pristine waterway of Pumicestone Passage offers ideal conditions for you to indulge in a wide variety of water sports. From taking a guided kayak tour to zipping back and forth on a windsurf or kitesurf board, there are enough and more ways to test these sparkling blue waters. Aside from satisfying your thirst for the ultimate adrenaline rush, Pumicestone Passage also offers you the opportunity to spot an abundance of marine and birdlife.
As a town that boasts many stunning beaches, snorkelling certainly tops the list of activities of any thrill-seeking adventurer visiting the Moreton Bay Region. Put on your mask, snorkel, and float vest and take to the seas to explore the treasures of the world underwater. The crystal clear waters of Moreton Bay will set you up for an exciting adventure as you get up close and swim across hundreds of colourful subtropical fish. Just a hop, skip, and a jump away is Moreton Island, where you could explore the Tangalooma Wrecks, a man-made wreck dive and snorkel site.
Sitting right in front of Redcliffe Parade, Settlement Cove Lagoon resembles a paradise beside the seas. Visit this gigantic, resort-style tropical pool to have a splash and cool off for absolutely free. Aside from the glittering swimming and wading pools, the playgrounds and BBQ areas scattered throughout the complex also add to your day of fun in the water. If you are planning to spend the night in town, there are several Redcliffe holiday apartments nearby Settlement Cove Lagoon that are of high quality, including the likes of Oaks Redcliffe Mon Komo Suites.
Hop on board a ferry and sail across the ocean to Moreton Island for the best off-roading experience. As an island that consists of nothing but sand, Moreton Island is just meant for offroading. Book a 4WD sand safari and ride down the sand dunes on a quad bike at hair-raising speeds to get that long-awaited adrenaline rush.
Head over to Mango Hill Skirmish to take part in a wide range of adrenaline-pumping group games. From gel blaster to laser skirmish and paintball, Mango Hill Skirmish is the place to be for a memorable thrill-seeking experience, especially if you are vacationing in the Moreton Bay Region as a family or group of friends.
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