Sanctuary
Cove Resortgold coast attractions
The Gold Coast is famed for its 42 kilometres of
beautiful beaches. They range from protected areas for family swimming to
excellent surfing locations for the more adventurous wave riders.
The calm waters along the edge of the Southport Broadwater, protected inlets
such as Tallebudgera Creek and bays such as Greenmount and Coolangatta beach are
favourites for families with young children.
The open beaches from Main Beach to Tweed Heads are enjoyed by swimmers, body
surfers and board riders alike.
Every day, 16 beaches (up to 26 during school holidays) are patrolled, so please
observe all surf safety signs and flags and only swim in patrolled areas.
But there's more to the Gold Coast than just beaches...
There is a choice of cruises available, all
departing from the piers in the Marine Village.
See Sanctuary Cove from the beautiful perspective of the Coomera River. Tours
with full commentary take 20 minutes and depart hourly from 11:00 am until 4:00
pm from the Boat Shed on the Promenade.
Cruise to Stradbroke Island for a tropical lunch aboard the Shangri-La
before continuing the cruise down the Broadwater to Fisherman's Wharf on The
Spit. The all-inclusive fare includes return coach transfer back to the hotel.
Take a trip to the Great Barrier Reef. Take off from Broadwater on a low-level
flight over Stradbroke Island, Moreton Bay and Fraser Island, landing on Lady
Elliott or Lady Musgrave Island for a day of snorkelling, scuba-diving and
glass-bottom boat viewing.
Conrad Jupiters Casino, open 24 hours a day, is situated on Broadbeach Island at Broadbeach, approximately 40 minutes' drive south of Sanctuary Cove. Catch the shuttle bus, or a limousine may be arranged.
The perfect place to experience being close to an exciting range of fauna and flora. This National Trust of Queensland property is on the Gold Coast Highway at Currumbin, approximately 35 kilometres from Sanctuary Cove.
Australia's premier theme park is just ten minutes away from the resort on the Pacific Highway at Coomera. There are nine themed worlds of fun and fantasy for the whole family to enjoy. Open every day of the year except Christmas Day from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Life on a traditional Aussie farm is colourful and exciting. Learn how to shear sheep, milk a cow or throw a boomerang. Try whip-cracking, lamb feeding, wool-classing and spinning. Country rodeos and barn dances are all part of life found on our farm resorts.
Fish for marlin and other game fish on the open ocean, fish for smaller sport fish on the sheltered Broadwater, fish for bass on Hinze Dam, or catch your own mud crab and cook it for lunch on the Tweed River.
A bird's eye view of the spectacular coastline is possible from a range of flying machines. Choose from the speedy and comfortable helicopter or the peaceful and gentle hot-air balloon. Try skimming across the calm waters in a seaplane or a quick spin through the skies in a Tiger Moth plane. For the more adventurous, and the brave at heart, a bungee jump free-fall dive from a 15-storey high platform offers an unforgettable experience.
A fun-filled day exploring North Stradbroke
Island in comfortable, air-conditioned 4WD vehicles. Up bush tracks, through
creeks, past serene lakes and along endless white sandy beaches, this unique
experience is for those interested in the wilderness.
The day includes a hearty barbecue lunch on the beach, with pickup from and
return to the hotel.
In addition to the two superb championship
courses right here on the resort, there are a number of courses in easy
proximity of Sanctuary Cove. These include:
This, the largest regional arts complex in
Australia, features two art galleries. Gallery One displays a collection of
contemporary Australian art, including paintings, prints, sculptures and
ceramics. Travelling and special exhibitions are presented in Gallery Two and
the Exhibition Foyer. The Centre is situated in Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise,
and admission is free.
Open: Tuesday to Friday - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Saturday and Sunday - 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Float silently as a cloud and see the wonders of the scenic coastal region from a balloon. The experience begins at dawn with setting up and ends with a champagne breakfast.
Some of the most diverse ecosystems on the planet are preserved in these 20,000 hectares of national park in the hinterland. Drive up from Canungra Valley, or daily coach tours are available to O'Reilly's and Binna Burra from Surfers Paradise.
An exhilarating experience careering around the
700-metre circuit just inches off the ground! Hire sprint karts, super karts or
the 'mean machine', all laps being electronically timed. No licences required
but safety age restrictions apply. The complex is on the Pacific Highway just
north of Dreamworld.
Open: Every day from 10:00 am.
In the hinterland, the beautiful 'Green behind the Gold', Mount Tamborine is easily accessible from Sanctuary Cove. This extensive area of rainforests, waterfalls and subtropical orchards is just a 20-minute drive through bush and farmland.
Hollywood on the Gold Coast is less than ten minutes from the resort on the Pacific Highway at Oxenford. Favourites from the big screen come alive before your eyes at this unique theme park. A fun-filled day for young or old.
Take to the air 300 feet above a power boat on the Southport Broadwater. Thrill to this unique experience and bird's eye view of the coast.
Marvel at the magical and mysterious, see
incredible illusions and hundreds of unbelievable exhibits at this 'odditorium'
in the middle of Surfers Paradise. Features include television and audio-visual
entertainment and a family fun games arcade.
Open: Every day - 9:00 am to 11:00 pm.
This award-winning attraction offers an unparalleled combination of dazzling shows, adventures and thrills. On The Spit at Main Beach, Sea World is a 30-minute drive from Sanctuary Cove.
Pacific Fair shopping centre is the Gold Coast's
major shopping centre and the second largest in the southern hemisphere,
approximately 20 minutes' drive away.
In the business district of a nearby suburb about 25 minutes' drive away is the
major shopping centre, Australia Fair.
Robina Town shopping centre, with world-class shopping, offers the whole family
a day of fun and excitement and can be found within 30 minutes' drive, while the
smaller Runaway Bay shopping centre is only ten minutes away.
Enjoy any of a number of major sporting events, such as the Gold Coast Indy, the JAL Marathon, the Magic Millions horse race and many other exciting events.
Water sports are synonymous with an outdoor lifestyle. Try jet-skiing, parasailing, windsurfing or simply basking in the sun. Learn how to ride a boogie board or surfboard, or experience the thrill of a high-speed toboggan ride behind a speedboat. Every kind of craft is available for exploring the ocean and protected rivers, canals and waterways. The Broadwater is the scene of houseboats, sailing yachts, luxury cruise boats, giant catamarans, nifty speedboats, small dinghies and tall ships... all available for hire.
A summer favourite, this huge water park is located next to Movie World, less than ten minutes from Sanctuary Cove. It features the only wave pool in the southern hemisphere, a speed slide stunt team, the adrenalin-pumping 'Twister' water slide and a range of water rides suitable for the whole family.
Take a day trip to Harvey Bay to watch the humpback whales, or to Tangalooma to feed the wild dolphins. Spend the day on a 4WD tour or guided bush walk. Hand-feed flocks of wild lorikeets or discover Australia's wildlife at Currumbin Sanctuary or Fleay's Wildlife Park.