
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

Reef Encounter Stateroom
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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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!

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!

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.
Backpacker things to do in Queensland

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 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

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

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

Kiana 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 $849

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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Reef Cruise, Rafting and Cape Tribbin’
Experience a full day Snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef and a full day day riding the rapids on the Mighty Tully River
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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 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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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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Frankland Islands Tour
The Frankland Islands group comprises continental islands surrounded by fringing reefs tour includes lunch.

Fraser Island 4WD 1 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

Whitsundays Sail and Snorkel
The perfect small group, intimate liveaboard sailing tour in the Whitsundays

Cooktown Discovery
Enjoy a scenic flight from Cairns to Cooktown and spend a few hours exploring Cooktown with your driver-guide.

Reef and Rainforest Family Getaway
1 Day snorkeling Australia's Great Barrier Reef including boomnetting, Day 2 jump onboard our Scenic Train, discover Kuranda the village in the rainforest includes Skyrail
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Fitzroy Island Ferry
Fitzroy Island Ferry departs several times a day from Cairns Choose from half-day and full-day.

Mossman Stand-up Paddleboard Tour
Explore the Rainforest on a magic Rainforest River Stand Up Paddle Boarding Tour through the oldest living Rainforest in the world!

S.S. Yongala 3 Night Liveaboard Dive Tour
Considered one of the top 10 wreck dives in the World the SS Yongala is outstanding, 3 day liveaboard includes up to 10 scuba dives...

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

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.

Daintree, Reef and Kuranda
3 days exploring Australia's beautiful Daintree Rainforest, the magnificent Great Barrier Reef and jump onboard North Queensland's historical train to Kuranda for the day
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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.

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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Fraser Island Camping
Fraser Island is Heritage listed and considered the largest sand island in the world The Island has breathtakingly beautiful beaches rainforest and turquoise blue freshwater

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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Fitzroy Island Family Day Pass
Spend the day on idyllic Fitzroy Island with your family relaxing, swimming and snorkelling straight off the beach

Tropical Getaway (2 day)
The Tropical Getaway includes a day on the beautiful Atherton Tablelands and an all inclusive day on Australia's Great Barrier Reef
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Boys Weekend Adventure
North Queenslands Ultimate Boys Weekend Adventure! Get hooked on reef Fishing. Experience the thrill of a Skydive and get dirty on a Quad Bikes!
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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

Bungy Jump Cairns
Get ready to push your limits and break the laws of gravity at the 50 metre Cairns Bungy site the ONE and ONLY in Australia

Motorcycle Outback Adventure
Our motor bike tour will Visit World Heritage rainforest at Cape Tribulation and Daintree via CREB Track to Black Mountain on this outback adventure

Cairns Reef, Raft and Rainforest
See what the highlights Cairns Tropical North has to offer with this adventure filled itinerary!
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Cairns Skyrail
Cairns Skyrail gives you a whole new perspective of North Queensland's rainforest. With an amazing boardwalk tour and the village to explore.

Port Douglas Adventure Tour
Snapper Island is perfect for water sports like snorkeling, stand up paddle boarding, sea kayaking, bumper tubing and wake boarding.

Cairns Reef Fishing
Theres nothing better than a day out on the water reeling in a massive catch Cairns Reef Fishing takes you out to the Great Barrier

Kuranda Scenic Train and Coach
The Kuranda Scenic Train Kuranda is a must when visiting Cairns. Discover Kuranda Markets unique art galleries and stalls with return coach transfers.