Jump into a 2-hour surf lesson on Gold Coast’s famed Palm Beach, then meet koalas and kangaroos at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. This dynamic Australian day adventure blends thrilling waves with unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Jump into a 2-hour surf lesson on Gold Coast’s famed Palm Beach, then meet koalas and kangaroos at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. This dynamic Australian day adventure blends thrilling waves with unforgettable wildlife encounters.
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Operated by Australian Surfing Adventures · Palm Beach, Queensland
moderate.
4–5 hours.
Basic fitness is required to paddle and balance during surfing; suitable for beginners comfortable with swimming.
No, the lesson is designed for beginners and covers all basics with professional guidance.
Yes, you can hold koalas and feed kangaroos in designated areas supervised by staff.
Yes, children are welcome, but they should be comfortable in the water and accompanied by an adult.
Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and a water bottle; surfboards and wetsuits are provided.
It requires moderate fitness to paddle and balance, but instructors tailor support based on ability.
The package details do not specify transport; travelers should arrange local transit or driving.
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary opened in 1947 and has been a pioneer in wildlife conservation and education on the Gold Coast.
The sanctuary actively participates in breeding programs and habitat restoration to protect native Australian species.
Australian Surfing Adventures is a Palm Beach, Queensland based surf operator offering a range of surf lessons and adventure packages on the Gold Coast. The business runs a 10-week Surf Programs course for beginners to intermediates, Full Day Surf experiences, targeted Beginners Class sessions and an Advanced Class coached by a pro mentored by former WQS surfer Clayton Nienaber. Package options include the Cruiser Package (SUP) with a 2-hour surf lesson, a 1-hour stand-up paddleboarding tour and a free photo package; the Australiana Package combining a 2-hour surf lesson with a visit to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary; the Thrill Seeker Package pairing a surf lesson with jet skiing along South Stradbroke Island; and the Ultimate Adrenaline Package that adds tandem skydiving over beaches including Kirra. Instructors provide expert coaching focused on wave positioning, bottom turns and top turns, with tailored drills, in-water and beach coaching and video analysis for advanced sessions. Sessions are designed for safety and progression in real ocean conditions at Palm Beach and nearby Gold Coast locations. Australian Surfing Adventures communicates clear trip inclusions and uses experienced coaches to guide participants through each level from first-time surfers to advanced riders. Bookings are coordinated from Palm Beach, Queensland, and trip descriptions list inclusions, durations and any photo or equipment provisions where applicable, helping participants plan each Gold Coast surf adventure with clear expectations and practical pretrip information well beforehand.
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