Top 20 Experiences in Tweed Heads
Tweed River and Rainforest lunch Cruise
Join us for a unique nature based cruising experience like no other on Tweed Eco Cruises River and Rainforest lunch cruise. This is the ultimate relax into nature cruise experience available in the area. Join us on a magical 3.5 hour lunch cruise on the Tweed River in the Northern Rivers of NSW Australia . Enjoy Morning tea and lunch made from locally sourced foods and produce from our region. The captains commentary will entertain and inform you of this beautiful and diverse area we call the Tweed. Get your camera ready for the flight show of the birds at feeding time as we cruise through Stotts Island the only low lying sub tropical rainforest in the region . Nature lovers, birdwatchers, foodies, photographers, unique experience seekers this is a cruise not to be missed the only one of its kind in the region.
Tropical Fruit World Farm Full Tour
Overlooking the Tweed Valley, yet only 20 minutes from the Gold Coast airport, our award-winning farm delivers a unique experience of lovers of fun, food, nature, health and well-being. Join us on a fully guided tour of our 200 acre plantation. You will find a commercial fruit farm which operates in harmony with the countryside, inspiring guests with our window into farming life and our love for the natural environment. Admission tickets include a fully guided Plantation Safari, Fruit Tasting Show, Wildlife Boat Cruise, Fauna Park and an Introduction into Australian Bush Tucker. Enjoy unique shopping and sampling of our exclusive products made with our own farm fruit in our Gift Market. Delicious breakfast, lunch, ice creams, juices and much more are served daily in our incredible Plantation Café. Located just 20 minutes from the beaches and border. It is essential to book tickets on our website before visiting! Open daily from 10 am NSW time.
Catch a Crab Tour with Optional Seafood Lunch
Enjoy a relaxing cruise on the Tweed River. Feed the local pelicans, pump for yabbies in the river, trap live mud crabs & learn about their habitat, and enjoy a spot of fishing while your seafood lunch is being prepared.
BBQ Boat Hire
*Please note that we operate on NSW time* A relaxed day with no time table, only your guests on board (maximum of 8 Passengers). Go sightseeing or just throw in a line, the BBQ Pontoon Boat it the right choice for you! Have your very own cruise on the Tweed River by hiring one of our boats. We also take the hassle out of fishing with NO fishing license required. Our passengers regularly get to engage with the native wildlife, commonly spotting pelicans, stingrays and dolphins. Bring along some food, drinks, ice and fishing bait. And take the day to relax at your own pace with your DIY picnic on the water. The person hiring the pontoon must be over the age of 21.
The Tweed Distiller
Craft Beer is alive & kicking, but the Northern Rivers has taken this one step further and is home to two of the best craft Distillers of Gin and Rum in Australia. Join us for a day of exploring the regions epicurean delights visiting local farms and producers, take a tour of Husk Farm Distillery home of Ink Gin and Agricole Rum, and relax under the gaze of Wollumbin Mount Warning at Mavis’ Kitchen for a stunning lunch.
Bush Tucker and Crab Adventure Cruise
2 hour family fun day out. We cruise the Terranora Lakes and participate in fishing, yabbie pumping, and crabbing. Gather the squad and join us for a hands on, 2 hour adventure cruise on the Tweed River. Throw a line and see who catches the most fish. Get your feet wet walking on the sandbars and shallow waters to pump yabbies. Help pull up the crab pots and see if we caught any crabs, then enjoy a short interactive show on the mighty mud crab. Catch your breath and sit back and enjoy a morning tea while you cruise the beautiful water ways of the Terranora Lakes. The last stop is to feed the pelicans, this is a great photo opportunity also an amazing chance to get up close to these huge birds. Learn all about our local waterways and the activities from our informative river guide.
Progressive Tweed Temptation
Enjoy a Tasting Plate Tour of some of the Tweed’s iconic restaurants and hidden secrets! A touring day of spectacular scenery, fresh local food and award-winning restaurants. Enjoy a progressive day of food experiences with all food and a glass of wine included at each restaurant visited.
Dine Outdoors in a Stunning Location, Platter of 100% Delicious Local Produce
Imagine arriving at a stunning beach, creek or mountain location and being greeted by an elegant setting offering the best-seat-in-the house. Take in the view as you settle onto the hand-woven rugs and plush cushions gathered around a recycled barn-door table. A delicious assortment of 100% local and seasonal delicacies whet your appetite. Dine off hand-built tableware, nothing disposable in sight and entirely plastic-free. Whether surprising your lover, reconnecting with family, or celebrating with friends, our multi-award winning alfresco dining experiences convert moments that are often gone in a flash, into cherished memories. GOLD Winner NSW Tourism Awards SILVER Winner Qantas Australian Tourism Awards
Byron Bay Distiller
Who needs wine! The Northern Rivers is home to two of the best craft Distillers of Gin and Rum in Australia, as well as craft breweries of all sizes. Join us for a day of tasting as we take a tour of Cape Byron Distillery – home to the award winning Brookies Gin, and get a chance to taste the best from Husk Distillery – the home to Ink! Gin and Husk Rum, as well as a tasting tour of Stone and Wood. Enjoy the day as we pair Gin, Rum, Beer and Cider with local delicacies, right in the heart of where they are made.