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Let Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort bring the best Sunshine Coast seasonal activities and holiday events right to your doorstep. No matter what you love to do, no matter what time of year you visit, you can be sure to find exciting attractions and things to do just moments from our hotel in Queensland’s vibrant Sunshine Coast.

Here’s what’s on in the very near future:

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  • Australia Day 2020

    An afternoon of Australia Day festivities on the 26th January 2020.


    Enjoy all day activities like beach volleyball and cricket + live music from 3pm + Happy Hour at SOLA 3-4pm + Fireworks 7pm.

    View our Activity Central Australia Day Schedule here >>

    Make it a long weekend and take advantage of the special travel offers now available - HERE

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  • Activity Central

    School Holidays or adventure-filled family escapes are our specialty with facilities including the Aqua Fun Park, Lagoon Day Spa, Kidzcove kids’ club, swimming pool, gymnasium, Springfree Jump Zone, Activity central plus a nearby golf course and much more.

     

    Activity Central is also open to the Public! Day Passes $20 per Adult, $10 per Child and $50 per Family pass (2 Adults and 2-3 children) Please note: Water activities available at Activities Central, normally operate from 9am to 5pm daily.*

    Join our activities team for a day of fun in the sun! Activities include, fish feeding, kayaks, catamarans, water trampoline, bike hire, stand up paddleboard hire, surfboard hire and more!

    2019 Activity Central Schedule, 28 January to 17 April >>

    *Operating Hours:  Monday – Thursday 10am-4pm  |  Friday 10am-5pm |  Saturday 9am-5pm | Sunday 9am-4pm  (Hours subject to change dependant on seasonal and daily requirements, certain activities incur charges).

    For all Enquirires, contact Activities Central by phone: 07 5450 9518

  • 14 Days till Christmas

    Summer holidays, celebrations and family escapes are made for the Sunshine Coast. Fun filled activities and adventures await with Christmas on the top of our list of favourite seasons, let’s take a look at what’s on offer for visitors throughout the year but especially fun during the summer season!

    We could tell you about our Christmas Lunch + Dinner Buffet available at the resort and explain where the best parking spot would be for last minute gift shopping but where’s the fun in that? We’ll help with your Sunshine Coast holiday planning with a few of our best picks to entertain the whole family through the silly season – let the countdown until Christmas begin!

     


    # 1. Activity Central at Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort.  It all happens here during holidays, with daily activities scheduled of free games & competitions including sandcastle building, beach cricket, volleyball, Frisbee, tog-o-war, and much more! The new Springfree Trampoline Jump Zone attraction with 6 trampolines permanently installed on a sandy beach surrounding the lagoon and available for resort guests to enjoy complimentary. Do your own thing with all kinds of holiday seekers catered for; complimentary kayak and catamarans or have some quiet time with the family while feeding the fish in the lagoon, grab a putter and enjoy the mini golf or hire a SUP or bike to take in the enclosed lagoon at the resort. Download the full school holiday activity schedules from here and visit our “what’s on” page here to learn more.

    # 2. Twin Waters Day Spa and Kids Club at Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort.  Sit back, relax and get spoilt with one of the many spa services on offer, while the kids (or your partner) is off enjoying other resort activities. 
    The Kids Cove kids club is also at the resort with qualified and friendly staff able to look after the kids with fun activities while you’re getting a well-deserved pamper day, find out more here


    # 3. XPeriences at Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort. Night Vision tours using the state-of-the-art night vision goggles to embark on a tour through the resort bushland, with tours available from dusk daily for the adventurous or a more slow-paced tour for nature lovers; from $50pp. Segway Eco Tour - Glide effortlessly through the Eucalyptus forest and bush tracks around the resort’s 10 hectare property on your own all terrain Segway and enjoy Australia’s first Eco certified all terrain Segway guided tour, available morning or afternoon from $60pp. Paintball, archery and plenty more games await at Xperiences! Bookings are essential, contact our Activity Central team here

    # 4. Visit ‘Aussie World’, Sunshine Coast.  If you haven't yet visited, get yourself there to explore the home of fun with some of the best attractions and rides attracting international visitors annually, this should be on every visitor’s bucket list. Day passes, family passes or weekly passes are available at all venues and entry tickets can be pre-purchased from the onsite Discovery Tour Desk, click here.

    # 5. Eumundi Brewery, Imperial Hotel. Newly re-opened in August 2017, this new kid on the block is actually 100 years old but quickly making a name for itself as the new popular local watering hole, also offering tasting tours of the brewery and surrounds. Well worth a visit this summer, learn more here.

    # 6. Maroochy River.  It’s a playground of activity and right next door to the resort with easy access for tours. Hire a BBQ Boat and go fishing on these estuary boats fitted with a BBQ ready for a unique family dining experience "cooking on the barby", sit back relax while cruising the Maroochy River and fish the river banks. For the adrenalin or action seeking visitors to the region will enjoy the options including Jet-ski hire, or paragliding above the beaches or the hinterland, Kite surfing amongst the clouds and the Top Shots Fun Park at Maroochydore featuring dodgem cars and abseiling activities.  Craft hire and tours can be pre-booked from the onsite Discovery Tour Desk, click here.

    # 7. ‘Sunshine Castle’ at Bli Bli.  The historic Castle offers school holiday activities and self guided tours including famous treasure hunts, prizes to be won in the different battles and challenges. Tours can be pre-booked from the onsite Discovery Tour Desk, click here.

    # 8. Surf lessons at Coolum Beach.  Beginner's group surfing lessons at Coolum Beach on the Sunshine Coast are the ideal way to get started on the path to enjoying one of the best thrills available on the water. Lessons can be pre-booked from the onsite Discovery Tour Desk, click here.

    # 9. ‘The Ginger Factory’ at Bli Bli.  At this popular local attraction; enjoy educational tours, fun rides, great shopping facilities with the largest range of the world's finest ginger products plus tranquil gardens and walks, there is so much to discover, taste, see and do. Explore the facilities here

    # 10. Australia Zoo. Crikey Mate! It’s a maze of Australiana wonder and excitement with animals to scare and mesmerise every guest. Make sure you don’t miss out on this adventure when in the region! Book your family or single entry tickets from the onsite Discovery Tour Desk, click here.

    # 11. Sea Life at Mooloolaba.  What would a region surrounded by some of the most beautiful beaches be without it’s sea life, it’s an underwater theme park for everyone to enjoy. Get up close and personal with creatures of the deep or even take a dip if you dare! Book your entry tickets from the onsite Discovery Tour Desk, click here.

    # 12. Mount Coolum National Park & Boardwalk.  Enjoy a 30 minute trek to the summit of an ancient volcanic dome, created about 26 million years ago or choose from more than 27 other different walking tracks including beach, coastal, wetland and forest environments, some of which take you to spectacular scenic lookouts in the region. Ask our team at reception for directions, tips or maps to get you on your way.

    # 13. Market to Markets, this little piggy went to Market.  Eumundi, Yandina, Noosa, Fishermans Road, Cotton Tree and Coolum are all the well known locations for the most popular and diverse local markets with the freshest food treats, produce and handmade local crafts available. Every market may be open for twilight or early mornings and offer mid-week or weekend opening days. Visit our “what’s on” page here for full information and calendar of Sunshine Coast events.



    There’s still so much more than we’ve mentioned in the region and if you’ve hired a car or self driving simply start with the scenic drives along the coastline from Caloundra all the way north to the Fraser Coast including our very own Mudjimba Beach along the road that meanders through the Sunshine Coastline, stop at any one of the beaches and lookouts along the way - breathtaking! Car Hire can be pre-booked from the onsite Discovery Tour Desk and road maps, click here for contact information.

     

    From all of the team at Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort, we wish you all a very happy and safe holiday season and Merry Christmas!!

  • Activities for Winter Fun

    # 1. Activity Central at Novotel Twin Waters Resort - $Free for guests

    Holidays and family escapes are our specialty with fun filled activity schedules available throughout school holidays offering a roster of free games & competitions including sandcastle building, beach cricket, volleyball, Frisbee, tog-o-war, and much more to entertain resort guests. It all happens right here from our Activity Central hut, download the full school holiday activity schedules from here and visit our “what’s on” page for more.  

     

     

    # 2. Mount Coolum National Park, Hiking- $Free 
    Enjoy a 30 minute trek to the summit of an ancient volcanic dome, created about 26 million years ago or choose from more than 27 other different walking tracks including beach, coastal, wetland and forest environments, some of which take you to spectacular scenic lookouts in the region. Ask our team at reception for directions and maps of the region.

    # 3. Fish feeding from the jetty at Novotel Twin Waters Resort - $Free for guests 

    With 36 hectares of natural bushland and a private beach lined lagoon at the resort, there is an abundance of flora and fauna in the surrounds. The lagoon has a host of small estuary fish living in the eco-system and daily fish feeding is scheduled by staff to ensure this valuable amphibious eco-system continues for a long time. It all happens right here from our Activity Central hut, download the activity schedules from here  

     

    # 4. Mini-Golf at Novotel Twin Waters Resort - $Free for guests

    The purpose built Putt Putt golf course sits on a manicured natural lawn nearby the main complex and is free to play for all guests; free putter, balls and scorecard can be obtained from the porters or front desk staff plus during school holidays the Activity Central team may arrange competitions. Enjoy a friendly game or head on up to the 18 hole golf course at the Twin Waters Golf Course. Download the activity schedules from here  

     

     

    # 5. Catamaran and Kayak on the private lagoon at Novotel Twin Waters Resort - $Free for guests

    Sail or paddle the days away on a private lagoon within resort grounds with family & friends watching from their own room or from the banks of the lagoon. Instructions and safety briefing is provided prior to sailing or paddling on the lagoon. Resort guests can access these facilities for free during their stay or day passes are available to purchase. It all happens right here from our Activity Central hut, download the activity schedules from here  

     

    # 6. Night Vision tours with Xperiences at Novotel Twin Waters Resort - $50 per person* 
    Visitors use the state-of-the-art night vision goggles to embark on a tour through the resort bushland, with tours available from dusk daily for the adventurous or a more slow-paced tour for nature lovers, Bookings are essential, contact our Activity Central team here

     # 7. Hire a BBQ Boat and fish the Maroochy River - $Fees apply

    Drivers licence only required to hire these estuary boats fitted with a BBQ ready for a unique family dining experience "cooking on the barby", sit back relax while cruising the Maroochy River and fish the river banks. Craft Hire can be booked before or during a stay from the onsite Discovery Tour Desk, click here for contact information

    # 8. Whale Watching tours & day excursions - $Fees apply

    During winter time along the Queensland Coast line, the migration of whales commences and this magical occasion every year is a sight to be seen from any vantage point. Tours to get out on the water to spot a whale can be booked before or during a stay from the onsite Discovery Tour Desk, click here for contact information

     


    # 9. Bicycle Hire at Novotel Twin Waters Resort - $Fees apply

    Hire a bike for a few hours or a day and cycle the vast resort grounds and dedicated paths that surround the picturesque private lagoon. It all happens right here from our Activity Central hut, download the activity schedules from here  

     

    # 10. Segway Eco Tour with Xperiences at Novotel Twin Waters Resort - $60 per person*

    Glide effortlessly through the Eucalyptus forest and bush tracks around the resort’s 10 hectare property on your own all terrain Segway and enjoy Australia’s first Eco certified all terrain Segway guided tour, available morning or afternoon and Bookings are essential, contact our Activity Central team here

    # 11. Visit the historic ‘Sunshine Castle’ just down the road at Bli Bli - $Fees apply

    The historic Castle offers school holiday activities and self guided tours including famous treasure hunts, prizes to be won in the different battles and challenges. Tours can be pre-booked from the onsite Discovery Tour Desk, click here for contact information

     

    # 12. Surf lessons at Coolum Beach - $Fees apply

    Beginner's group surfing lessons at Coolum Beach on the Sunshine Coast are the ideal way to get started on the path to enjoying one of the best thrills available on the water. Lessons can be pre-booked from the onsite Discovery Tour Desk, click here for contact information

     


    # 13. Visit a popular local attraction, ‘The Ginger Factory’ just down the road at Bli Bli - $Free entry

    Enjoy educational tours, fun rides, great shopping facilities with the largest range of the world's finest ginger products plus tranquil gardens and walks, there is so much to discover, taste, see and do. Explore the facilities here

     

     # 14. Timari Village Market Place - $Free entry

    The recently opened food & local produce market nearby to the resort at Mudjimba is a hive of activity every Friday evening & Saturday morning and has already been named one of the best to visit. Learn more about what's on offer and opening hours via their website here.

     

     

    # 15. Aussie World, Australia Zoo, Sea Life (Underwater world), Big Kart Track - $Fees apply

    These names are just some of the widely well-known names of attractions on the Sunshine Coast and if you haven't yet visited then these attractions are well worth the visit. As some of the best attractions and theme parks in the country and attract international visitors annually, these should be on every visitor’s bucket list. Day passes, family passes or weekly passes are available at all venues and entry tickets can be pre-purchased from the onsite Discovery Tour Desk, click here for contact information

     


    # 16. Jet-Ski Hire, Paragliding, Kite Surfing - $Fees apply

    Adrenalin or action seeking visitors to the region will enjoy the options including Jet-ski hire in the Maroochy River, Paragliding above the beaches or the hinterland, Kite surfing amongst the clouds and the Top Shots Fun Park at Maroochydore featuring dodgem cars and abseiling activities. Craft hire and tours can be pre-booked from the onsite Discovery Tour Desk, click here for contact information

     


    # 17. Market to Markets, this little piggy went to Market - $Free entry

    Eumundi, Yandina, Noosa, Fishermans Road, Cotton Tree and Coolum are all the well known locations for the most popular and diverse local markets with the freshest food treats, produce and handmade local crafts available. Every market may be open for twilight or early mornings and offer mid-week or weekend opening days. Visit our “what’s on” page for full information and calendar of Sunshine Coast events.

     


    # 18. Coastal Drives that won't cause the back seat to ask "are we there yet?" - $Fees apply

    With 2 of the top 8 scenic drives right here on the Sunshine Coast, follow the roads most travelled or choose your own route. Take the scenic drive along the coast from Caloundra to the Fraser Coast including our very own Mudjimba and take in the incredibly beautiful vistas captured on almost every corner. The ocean road meanders through the tourist strips all the way through to the quiet suburbs and optional stops along the way may just hold treasured memories that make the ‘are we there yet’ symphony of words from the back seat well worth the trip. Take in the views Car Hire can be pre-booked from the onsite Discovery Tour Desk and road maps, click here for contact information

     

    # 19. Visit the Lagoon Day Spa.

    Sit back, relax and get spoilt with one of the many services on offer at the Day Spa within the resort. While the kids (or your partner) is off enjoying other resort activities you can be pampered for the day. Find out more on services and book an appointment with the Lagoon Day Spa here.

    Don't hibernate this winter, explore the endless attractions and activities to entertain the whole family and view our special rates here

  • Virtual Tour Desk

    The Sunshine Coast lives up to its name with balmy weather and a plethora of beaches, family attractions, activities and tours; it’s a destination that will leave you spoiled for choice. Feel the sand between your toes at Noosa Beach, visit the Eumundi Markets, see wildlife at Australia Zoo and SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast, learn to surf and more. The Sunshine Coast is truly a destination that blends the natural beauty of the country and coast with great family attractions.

    Browse all the things to do and plan your ultimate Sunshine Coast getaway here.