About this tour
An eight-and-a-half-hour guided loop through Queensland's Cooloola region, departing from Noosa-area accommodation. You'll travel inland through hinterland scrub and national parkland to reach Rainbow Beach's distinctive striped dunes, with stops at Carlo Sandblow's walking tracks, a working berry farm brewery, and vantage points across to K'Gari. Lunch and a drink feature beachside, leaving time to wander the township before returning home.
Highlights
- Walk among Rainbow Beach's ancient layered mineral sands at Carlo Sandblow
- Scan K'Gari and Double Island Point from Inskip Peninsula lookouts
- Inland route through Cooloola National Park and Noosa Hinterland
- Lunch with ocean views at Rainbow Beach township
- Freshwater creek swim opportunity in Great Sandy National Park section
- Visit working berry farm and craft brewery operation
- Door-to-door pick-up from Noosa, Coolum, Twin Waters accommodation
- Expert commentary from award-winning local guide throughout
What to expect
You'll be collected in a spacious, climate-controlled coach and driven inland first, gaining elevation through quiet bushland with detailed narration about the region's ecology and history. The route peaks at Carlo Sandblow, where a guided walk lets you explore the rust-red and cream-coloured sand formations up close—bring water shoes if you want to paddle in the creek. Mid-afternoon reaches Rainbow Beach itself; lunch arrives beachside with a complimentary beverage, then you're free to browse shops or swim before heading back via the same scenic inland corridor.
Good to know
Minimum three adults required for this private tour to proceed. Comfortable shoes suit the sand walks. The vehicle offers reclining seats, USB charging, and temperature control. Infants travel free in supplied seats or prams. Service animals welcome. Around five hours involves sitting; suitable for all fitness levels.
Frequently asked
- How long does Rainbow Beach Private Tour with Lunch, Carlo Sandblow & Cooloola take?
- Rainbow Beach Private Tour with Lunch, Carlo Sandblow & Cooloola runs for approximately 8h 30m.
- How much does Rainbow Beach Private Tour with Lunch, Carlo Sandblow & Cooloola cost?
- Prices start from AUD $729 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Rainbow Beach Private Tour with Lunch, Carlo Sandblow & Cooloola run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Rainbow Beach Private Tour with Lunch, Carlo Sandblow & Cooloola?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. AU & NZ Travel earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original AU & NZ Travel summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.