The Sunshine Coast is a coastal region located in South East Queensland, to the north of Brisbane. The region is characterized by beautiful beaches, expansive coastal views and rich fertile soils in the hinterland.

The Sunshine Coast is a centre for tourism, featuring: Steve Irwin’s Australia Zoo (Beerwah), UnderWater World marine park (Mooloolaba), The Buderim Ginger Factory, The Big Pineapple, Noosa Heads and Noosa National Park.

The region is also defined by the Glasshouse Mountains; a series of mountains located in the Sunshine Coast hinterland.

The Coast begins at Caloundra, one hour’s drive north of Brisbane, and extends to Cooloola, the gateway to Fraser Island.

The region includes more than 100km of beaches stretching through the coastal towns of Caloundra, Kawana, Mooloolaba, Maroochydore, Coolum Beach, Noosa and Rainbow Beach. It is a holiday mecca for both couples and families.

The Sunshine Coast is the perfect mix of coast and country and the ideal place to relax and unwind. Experience the pristine coastline, bush hinterland, superb cuisine, perfect piece of sand on which to sit and ponder, an indulgent massage for two or a quiet rainforest walk.

The region has many Australian renowned beaches with surfing at Noosa Heads, Alexandra Headland, Mooloolaba, Coolum and King’s beach in Caloundra.

The Sunshine Coast region is home to more individual national parks than any other region in Queensland.