Experience Queensland Golf
The Sunshine Coast offers exceptional golf and an equally compelling range of experiences away from the course, making it a destination that works brilliantly for groups of all sizes, including those travelling with non-golfing partners. For larger groups, Golfing Getaways can arrange coach transport to some of the region’s most popular attractions. Full and half-day tour options take in landmarks such as Australia Zoo (home of the legacy of the legendary Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin), the Glass House Mountains, the Eumundi Markets, and the Big Pineapple.
A cruise along the Noosa River, stopping for a long lunch at a riverside restaurant, is a perennial favourite for visiting golf groups and a relaxed, memorable way to dine as a team.
For guests staying at resort properties such as Noosa Springs Golf and Spa Resort or Pelican Waters Golf Resort, access to non-golf experiences is particularly convenient, with many attractions within easy reach. The hinterland hills and Blackall Range offer scenic drives, artisan food producers, and towns like Maleny and Montville that reward exploration. Golfing Getaways caters for groups of all sizes and, as golfing tragics, can arrange intra-group competitions to keep your tour lively and competitive right to the final hole.
Recommendations
With over 300 days of sunshine a year and a subtropical climate that keeps the mercury comfortable even in winter, visitors to the Sunshine Coast rarely struggle to fill their days. Noosa Heads is one of Australia’s most celebrated coastal towns and a must-visit — Noosa National Park sits right on the doorstep of Hastings Street, where you can walk to secluded coves and spot dolphins and koalas along the coastal trail before settling in for dinner at one of the street’s acclaimed restaurants. The Eumundi Markets, held Wednesday and Saturday mornings, are among the best markets in Queensland and a great way to spend a morning off the course. For wildlife, Australia Zoo near Beerwah is an extraordinary experience and genuinely one of the best zoos in the country. The Glass House Mountains offer dramatic volcanic peaks rising from the flat coastal plain — the lookout at Beerburrum is well worth the short detour and the views extend all the way to the coast.
The Best Time to Visit the Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast golf courses are playable every day of the year, and the region’s warm subtropical climate means conditions are rarely anything less than comfortable. The best golfing weather runs through the dry season from June to September, when days are mild and bright, humidity is low, and rainfall is minimal. Winter days average a pleasant 20–22°C, perfect for walking 18 holes without working up a sweat before lunch. Summer brings long, warm days with temperatures reaching 30–32°C; early tee times in the morning are recommended to beat the midday heat and the afternoon storms that occasionally roll in from December through February. Autumn and spring are shoulder seasons that combine good weather with quieter courses and more flexible tee time availability. Whatever time of year you choose to visit, excellent course conditioning and warm Queensland hospitality are guaranteed.
Sunshine Coast Activities
The Sunshine Coast is one of the most activity-rich destinations in Australia, and golfers will never be short of options after their round. The coastline stretches for more than 100 kilometres, with surf beaches from Caloundra in the south to Noosa in the north offering swimming, snorkelling, stand-up paddleboarding, and jet skiing. Sea Life Sunshine Coast at Mooloolaba Wharf is a great option for those travelling with families, while whale watching tours operate from June through November when humpback whales migrate along the coast in spectacular numbers. The hinterland towns of Maleny, Mapleton, and Montville are popular half-day drives through rolling green hills with excellent coffee, galleries, and local produce. For those who enjoy a beer after their round, the region has a thriving craft brewery and distillery scene. Non-golfing travelling partners will find no shortage of beaches, markets, spas, restaurants, and wildlife experiences to fill their days while the golfers are on the fairways.
Explore the Best Golf in the Sunshine Coast
