
Queensland Backpackers
Have fun and stay safe with Backpackers Queensland
You will have the time of your life in Queensland!
Situated in Australia’s northeast corner, Queensland is Australia’s second largest and third most populous state.
With vibrant cities, sublime coastline, and stunning natural attractions, Queensland is the ideal place for backpackers and youth travellers, whether you’re on an Australian working holiday or are simply just spending a few weeks travelling through Australia.
Natural beauty abounds in the sunshine state, which enjoys nearly 300 days of sunny weather.
If you’re looking for adventure you’ll find it here; opportunities are ample for white water rafting, hiking, diving, and horseback riding.
Queensland boasts more tours accredited under the national eco certification scheme than any other Australian state so you can fully enjoy nature without damaging it
The Great Barrier Reef is one of Queensland main attractions.
One of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World, Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, this vast array of coral stretches is home to a stunning amount of wild marine life.
It is longer than the Great Wall of China and is the only living thing that can be seen from space.
It’s the perfect spot for diving, snorkelling, swimming, and kayaking.
Life begins at the end of your comfort zone….
Additional Queensland natural highlights include the Daintree Rainforest and the Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park. A Wet Tropics World Heritage Site, the Daintree Rainforest boasts lush, green jungle scenery and incredible amount of biodiversity.
It is home to mangrove forest habitats and eucalypt woodlands. The Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park is also not to be missed.
This place is an archeologist’s paradise; a pre-historic landscape dotted by ancient settlements, cave paintings, and 25 million year old fossils.
And if you just want to lounge around on the beach you will want to head to the sunshine coast. These beaches are the perfect spot for a leisurely swim or an excellent surf session.
If you’re looking for urban vibrancy you will find it in the beautiful Brisbane, a vibrant, cosmopolitan city home to 2.2 million.
For an insight into Queensland fascinating past, be sure to pay a visit to Brisbane’s Queensland Cultural Centre.
You can also enjoy the city’s vibrant culinary scene and exciting nightlife.
Even when in Brisbane you’ll never be far of Queensland’s beautiful natural scenery.
If you get sick of the city pop into the Mt Coot-tha Reserve or the D’Aguilar Range National Park for a breath of fresh-air.
Whatever you’re looking for in Queensland, Queensland Backpackers can help you find it.
From the best backpacker hotels to the best Queensland tours to the hottest party venues we have all the latest info.
The best resource for backpackers, youth travellers, and international study groups.
Queensland Backpackers is dedicated to making sure that you can experience everything Queensland has to offer.
Queensland Backpackers

Great Barrier Reef DEAL – Liveaboard
DISCOUNT LIVEABOARD Stay on the Great Barrier Reef snorkeling deal, 2 days 1 night 'Great Barrier Reef Deal'

Stateroom Liveaboard
Cairns best liveaboard rated unbeatable on locations, service and value! Staying on Australias Great Barrier Reef is the number one thing to do in Australia

Cairns Girls Hostel
The hostel is owned and operated by locals who will make sure your stay is a safe and friendly one If you want a quiet

Noosa Flashpackers
Voted the number 1 choice hostel for all backpackers staying in Noosa, for travellers looking for an environment of personal service!

Caravella Central
A perfect choice for the budget traveller and holiday maker looking for clean and comfortable accommodation.

Cairns City Backpackers
A tropical oasis tucked away from the bustle of the city. An easy 25-minute walk will take you to the Esplanade.

Base Magnetic Island
One of the best kept secrets of Australia’s Tropical North, located right on the beach. Home to Australia's very own Full Moon Party!

Emus Beach Resort
Looking to sit back and take it easy for a while Chill out & sip cocktails by the pool and join in our Bar Olympics!

Calypso Inn Backpackers
Come in, listen to smooth tunes by the lush tropical pool, where the atmosphere is served chilled and relaxed.

Cairns Liveaboard, Bungy and Rafting
Cairns Liveaboard, Bungy and Rafting is an awesome package! A great way to experience heaps of fun and adventure in Tropical North Queensland Reef Encounter...
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Gecko’s Backpackers
Come and experience the laid-back North Queensland lifestyle; chill out by the pool, swing in a hammock and laze on the balconies.

JJ’s Backpackers
The friendliest little hostel in Cairns, choose to relax by their tropical sparkling and make new friends!

Cape Trib Beach House
The only resort in the Daintree with beach front rooms explore the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation. For a wild unique and private tropical holiday!

Adrenalin Getaway
There’s nothing like a little adrenalin hit to remind you that you’re still alive and this package has all the adrenalin hits that you need!!
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Arts Factory
Where the spirit of Byron Bay was born...The Arts Factory is an essential part of your journey! Relax, Rejuvenate, Recycle!

Byron Beach Resort
Experience 100% Real Byron Bay without breaking the Bank. The property has experienced an entire “makeover” since they took it over late in 2011.

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge
Nature, wildlife, adventure, friendly staff, great food & excellent tours in an Eco friendly environment on the Atherton Tablelands.

The Jack Backpackers
Tired of walking to the party? Well you can bring the party to you by staying at the Jack with nightly free entertainment!

Rambutan
Australia's first ever 5 star "Glam-Packers". This boutique backpacker’s resort is oozing with character, quaintness and style.

Tropic Days Backpackers
Set in a beautiful landscaped tropical garden, this is your home away from home.

Backpackers @ 1770
So much more than an ordinary hostel. Chill out in our Balinese hut and enjoy the fun and social atmosphere.

Travellers Oasis
A charming little guest house offering cosy and clean facilities to a budget conscious travellers.

Nomads Airlie Beach
Set on 7 acres of tropical flora in town centre this is the perfect place to stay for or after your Whitsundays trip.

The Jackeroo Hostel
Set in the beautiful world heritage tropical Rainforest of far North Queensland you can stay in a treehouse.

Dreamtime Travellers Rest
Established by two world backpacker travellers, this Cairns city backpackers enjoys a unique homely backpacker atmosphere.

Cool Bananas 1770
Join us at our easy going hostel to experience the pristine wilderness, unspoiled surf beaches and many eco-attractions of the "Discovery coast", Queensland.

Bounce Cairns
Bounce Cairns offers resort-style, award-winning accommodation. The hostel is located in the heart of Cairns.

Summer House Backpackers Cairns
Summer House Cairns is a slice of paradise in the heart of Far North Queensland.

Dougies Backpackers Resort
"Kick Back and Relax" in the tropical gardens and soak up some of Far North's warm tropical sunlight.

Halse Lodge
The closest hostel to famous Noosa main beach and Noosa National Park, surrounded by two acres of gardens and rainforest.

Magnums
A tropical oasis in the middle of the excitement of Airlie Beach affordable accommodation styles include dorm rooms deluxe cabins and private rooms.

Multishare – Liveaboard
Budget live aboard. Come scuba diving, snorkelling or simply spend a night on the reef!

Caravella Backpacker Resort
A local industry icon the ultimate place to stay play and park your pack!

Absolute Backpackers
A resort disguised as a hostel! Set on an acre of lush, tropical gardens offering a clean, safe, and friendly environment.

Coral Beach Lodge
Surrounded by trees and located just 5 minutes from the beautiful 4-Mile Beach, Coral Beach Lodge is perfectly located.

Pippies Beachhouse
Sit back and relax at Pippies, your home away from home after a hard day at the beach or on your way to Fraser Island.

Hervey Bay Flashpackers
The gateway to Fraser Island...Their 'affordable luxury' will again set new standards in hostel accommodation all for your indulgence and pleasure.
Backpacker things to do in Queensland

Tropical Bliss 3 Day Getaway
Our 3 day tour will take you on an exciting journey visiting North Queensland's best, the Daintree Rainforest, The Atherton Tablelands and the Great Barrier...
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Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures Half Day
Experience the famous Crocodile Attack Show where you see the notorious head shake and death roll of these huge prehistoric animals

Sailing and Diving Whitsundays
Join this 3 Day Sailing and Diving Whitsundays Liveaboard tour to explore the best reefs from Airlie Beach with your First Dive FREE from $749

Great Barrier Reef Budget Cruise
Compass Cruises is the cheapest Great Barrier Reef Tour operating daily from Cairns We board at am for an am departure travelling to the Outer

Atherton Tablelands Waterfalls Tour
Jump aboard Gus the Wonder Bus for an unforgettable day in the spectacular Atherton Tablelands region Swim under pristine waterfalls surrounded by lush rainforest

Great Barrier Reef Tours, Reef Experience
Cairns best All Inclusive Tour Spectacular outer Barrier Reef locations Includes FREE scuba dive for certified divers and beginners, snorkelling, breakfast & BBQ Lunch

Adrenalin Getaway
There’s nothing like a little adrenalin hit to remind you that you’re still alive and this package has all the adrenalin hits that you need!!
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Adrenaline Rush (3 Days)
our 3 day Tropical North Action packed package includes snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef, 1,400 foot Skydive and White Water Rafting on the Tully...
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Green Island Day Trip
Green Island Reef Cruise options for both full or half day spend a lovely day options for snorkeling relaxing on the beach walking and more

Horse Riding Cairns
Experience the joys of horse-riding through the Aussie bush, Rainforest, Sugar-cane fields and Wetlands all in one ride

Cooktown Discovery
Drive to Cook Town where you'll have 2 hours to discover the area. On your way back you'll have a flight to see Cairns from...

Rainforest River Standup Paddle Boarding
Explore the Rainforest on a magic Rainforest River Stand Up Paddle Boarding Tour through the oldest living Rainforest in the world!

White Water Rafting – Half Day Barron River
Join us for this Half Day Rafting Barron River tour in the Barron Gorge National Park. Enjoy up to 2 hours of grade 3 rapids....

Reef and Daintree on a Budget
2 days snorkel Australia's Great Barrier Reef experience the thrill of boomnetting and explore the oldest living Rainforest in the World the Daintree Rainforest
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Kuranda, Reef and Daintree (3 day)
Experience Kuranda Train and Skyrail, discover our two World Heritage locations Australia's Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest on this 3 day adventure
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Reef and Rafting (2 days)
Great Barrier Reef cruise and raft with this incredible day package tour See the highlights Cairns tropical North has to offer with an adventure filled
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Budget Scuba Dive
Cairns budget Reef tour Compass Cruises includes 2 spectacular outer barrier reef locations, 1 scuba dive, snorkeling, BBQ lunch and boomnetting
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Green Island Day Tour and Kuranda Train and Skyrail
Green Island, Kuranda Train and Skyrail! This package includes 2 world Heritage listed sites for you to experience and explore
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Budget Buster
3 days of fun snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef, discovering the beautiful AthertonTablelands, exploring the Oldest Rainforest on earth The Daintree Rainforest
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Cairns Liveaboard, Bungy and Rafting
Cairns Liveaboard, Bungy and Rafting is an awesome package! A great way to experience heaps of fun and adventure in Tropical North Queensland Reef Encounter...
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Barramundi Fishing Cairns Inlet
Cairns Fishing Tours the open waters, creeks and deep channels of the Cairns Estuary System are a paradise for anglers and fishermen alike.

Skydive and Reef Experience (2 Day)
Experience the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef after the adrenalin hit from jumping from a plane for your skydive on this fantastic Skydive and
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Green Island and ATV
Relax on beautiful Green Island for the morning snorkeling or Glass Bottom Boat and a fun filled ATV adventure for the afternoon
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Horse Riding Cairns and Green Island
Spend the morning swimming and snorkelling on Green Island and then back to Cairns for horseriding in the rainforest for the afternoon
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Reef, Bungy and ATV Adventure Package
2 Day Adventure Package spend a day on Australia's Great Barrier Reef 2 spectacular reef locations, Australia's largest Bungy Tower and ATV just for fun
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Kuranda Skyrail and Train with Green Island
All In A day 1/2 day Green Island, board Skyrail to Kuranda, discover Kuranda markets and then join the historical scenic train to Freshwater
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Great Barrier Reef and Rainforest on a Budget
This Great Barrier Reef and Kuranda packages includes snorkeling at spectacular reef locations and a tour to beautiful Kuranda on the Scenic Train and Skyrail
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Reef and ATV Adventure
Enjoy a fun full day on Australia's Great Barrier Reef Budget snorkel or even try a scuba dive! Then experience a fun filled ATV adventure.
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Cooktown 4WD Tour
See and learn what Cooktown can offer you. Join this amazing 4 Wheel Drive Tour and learn about Cooktown and his History

Trail Bike Adventure
Enjoy lush rainforest trails and appreciate sensational outback scenery Experience the original pack trail through Black Mountain Road Weatherby Station and Mt Molloy We have

Whitsundays Great Barrier Reef Adventures
The Whitsundays Great Barrier Reef Adventures departs from Airlie Beach. Airlie Beach is on the Queensland coast between Townsville and Mackay. This tour can also...

Estuary Fishing Cairns
Estuary Fishing Cairns. Catch barramundi, mangrove jack, queenfish, fingermark, trevally, salmon and more hard fighting tropical species.

Reef, Rafting and Skydive
The Awesome three - Great Barrier Reef - Barron River Rafting - 14,000ft Skydive experience the thrill of our 3 day adventure package experience North...
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Daintree Aboriginal Dreaming Day Tour
A journey in heritage, ancient culture and traditions of the Kuku Yalanji people.