
Queensland Backpackers
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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
Queensland Backpackers

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

Great Barrier Reef DEAL – Liveaboard
Great Barrier Reef Deal Stay on the Great Barrier Reef snorkelling deal, two days and one night

Dreamtime Travellers Rest hostel
Established by two world backpacker travellers, this Cairns city backpackers enjoys a unique homely backpacker atmosphere.
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Backpackers @ 1770
So much more than an ordinary hostel. Chill out in our Balinese hut and enjoy the fun and social atmosphere.

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge
Nature, wildlife, adventure, friendly staff, great food & excellent tours in an Eco friendly environment on the Atherton Tablelands.
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Travellers Oasis
A charming little guest house offering cosy and clean facilities to a budget conscious travellers.
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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!
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Noosa Flashpackers
Voted the number 1 choice hostel for all backpackers staying in Noosa, for travellers looking for an environment of personal service!

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

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.

Arts Factory
Where the spirit of Byron Bay was born...The Arts Factory is an essential part of your journey! Relax, Rejuvenate, Recycle!

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.

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

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!
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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!

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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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!

Paradise Traveller’s Rest
Come and experience the laid-back North Queensland lifestyle; chill out by the pool, swing in a hammock and laze on the balconies.
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Halse Lodge
The closest hostel to famous Noosa main beach and Noosa National Park, surrounded by two acres of gardens and rainforest.

Magnums – Adults Only
A tropical oasis in the middle of the excitement of Airlie Beach affordable accommodation styles include dorm rooms deluxe cabins and private rooms.
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Bounce Cairns
Bounce Cairns offers resort-style, award-winning accommodation. The hostel is located in the heart of Cairns.
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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.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

Cruise Whitsundays – Reef World at Hardy Reef
Great Barrier Reef Pontoon day tour departing daily from Airlie Beach to our all weather pontoon includes snorkeling, lunch, underwater viewing.

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

Kiana 3D2N 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

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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Skydive, Reef and Daintree (3 day)
3 Days of Fun experience the adrenalin rush of skydiving from 14.000ft, the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef and the ancient Daintree rainforest.
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Cairns Skydive
Tropical North is a spectacular location for a Tandem Skydive and your extreme adventure

K’gari Explorer Day Tour
Discover beautiful Fraser Island, explore Central Station, Lake McKenzie, 75 Mile Beach and more on our 4WD tour with our informative local guide

Cairns to Fitzroy Island One-Way Ferry
Fitzroy Island Ferry departs several times a day from Cairns Choose from half-day and full-day.

Giant Jungle Swing at Skypark Cairns
AJ Hackett Giant Jungle Swing is the only multi-person swing in Australia swooping through the jungle from 45 metres to 1 metre in 3.5 seconds!

Hot Air Balloon Cairns (C30)
Take a magnificent hot air balloon tour over North Queensland's beautiful tablelands

New Horizon 2D1N Sailing Whitsundays Adventure ⛵
Discover the ultimate backpacker adventure on New Horizon! Sail the Whitsundays with Whitehaven Beach, party vibes, paddleboards, and stunning sunsets.

Yongala Dive Day Trip from Townsville
SS Yongala shipwreck is one of the Top dive sites in the world and by some considered to be the BEST. For certified experiences divers.

Uncle Brian’s Cape Tribulation
Come on a fun-filled adventure through the Daintree Rainforest up to Cape Tribulation. Enjoy breathtaking views and wildlife spotting.

Ocean Rafting Whitsundays – Southern Lights
The award-winning Ocean Rafting Whitsundays - Southern Lights offers a thrilling experience to Whitehaven Beach & Snorkelling

Ocean Safari – Half Day Morning Great Barrier Tour from Cape Tribulation
Snorkel with Ocean Safari where the rainforest meets the reef, departing twice daily from Myall Beach

5-Day PADI diving course Great Barrier Reef
Learn to scuba dive in five days on the Great Barrier Reef. Join a liveaboard and gain your PADI open water certification.

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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Rainforest, Rafting and Reef
See the Daintree Rainforest go White Water Rafting on the Tully River and see the Great Barrier Reef!
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Budget Great Barrier Reef and Barron Gorge White Water Rafting
Great Barrier Reef day tour and half day White Water Rafting in Barron Gorge National Park package deal.
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Cairns Reef Fishing
There's nothing better than a day out on the beautiful waters of the Great Barrier Reef, reeling in a massive catch

Hamilton Island and Whitehaven Beach Day Tour
Whitsunday Island Cruise - explore beautiful Hamilton Island, where you will have lunch, and then cruise to beautiful Whitehaven Beach and take in this natural...

Whitsundays Fast Boat Adventure – All Inclusive Day Tour
Join Thundercat for an "Adventure of a lifetime" around the Whitsunday islands in one day.

Cairns Calm Water Fishing
Cairns Calm Water Fishing on Trinity Inlet has some of the best Estuary fishing the region has to offer! All equipment is provided.

Indigenous Cultural Beach Walk and Talk Experience
Take a cultural experience with indigenous Kuku Yalanji, the traditional custodians, from traditional spear fishing to observing native food plants and cultural medicines.
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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.

Reef, Rafting and Skydive
The Awesome 3 - Great Barrier Reef - Barron River Rafting - 14,000ft Skydive experience the thrill of our 3 day adventure package to North...
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3 Day Fraser Island from Hervey Bay
Discover beautiful Fraser Island its the largest sand island in the World, swim in crystal clear lakes, 4wd through beautiful rainforest

Chillagoe Caves Australian Outback Tour
Travel through historic towns and visit a coffee plantation before you reach the towering limestone karsts around Chillagoe Township Visit the remains of the oncemighty

Great Barrier Reef and SS Yongala 3 Night Liveaboard
Explore the Great Barrier Reef and SS Yongala on a 3-night liveaboard departing Townsville, featuring world-class diving and night dives.

Birdworld Kuranda
Birdworld Kuranda is home to one of Australia's greatest collections of free-flying birds, so prepare to be surrounded by vibrant colour when you visit.

Heart Reef Scenic Flight 🛩️
Whitsundays scenic flight, see the Whitsunday Islands from a new perspective fly over Whitehaven Beach, Great Barrier Reef including World famous Heart Reef

Reef and Outback Experience
2 day Reef and Outback Experience Package Explore the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef and Discover the Australian Outback on your trip to Chillagoe
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Reef Experience Family Tour
A Great Barrier Reef family day tour with Cairns ONLY ALL inclusive reef package - packed with family friendly activities!
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