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Team Building Programs in the Gold Coast:

Take your team to the Gold Coast to experience various activities on offer. Adventure-seekers will love the thrilling side of the Gold Coast; those looking to relax will enjoy the spas, views and soft sands. If some of your members prefer indoor activities, there is time and opportunity to incorporate both, but this beautiful place will encourage them to expand their horizons. Would you prefer to escape the bustling environment? Why not take your team to the Gold Coast’s stunning hinterland? Or experience both the beaches and forests with an extended getaway.

The natural beauty of the Gold Coast sets any outdoor program up for success. We can incorporate the Great Hinterland Walk, a visit to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, or even a round of golf at a selection of top-notch courses. High-end hotels, resorts, restaurants, and Surfers Paradise make this an ideal destination for retreats and reward-style team building programs.

GOLD COAST

Adventure-seekers will love the surfing; those looking to relax will enjoy the spas and, of course, the soft sand. If some of your staff prefer indoor activities, there is time and opportunity to incorporate both, but this beautiful place will encourage them to expand their own horizons. 

The natural beauty of the Gold Coast sets any outdoor program up for success. We can incorporate the Great Hinterland Walk, a visit to the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, or even a round of golf at a selection of top-notch courses. High-end hotels, resorts, and restaurants make this an ideal destination for retreats and reward-style team building programs.

The Gold Coast, with its stunning beaches, beautiful hinterland, and wide range of attractions, is an excellent location for team building activities, workshops, and retreats. The city is renowned for its outdoor activities, from surfing and hiking to skydiving and theme parks, making it an ideal destination for teams looking to build strong bonds and develop new skills.

Some of the best things to do for team building on the Gold Coast include surfing lessons, beach volleyball tournaments, team-building challenges at theme parks, and exploring the stunning hinterland. Other popular activities include paddleboarding, kayaking, and hiking.

The best time to visit the Gold Coast for team building activities is during the cooler months from April to September, when the weather is mild and pleasant. During this time, teams can take advantage of the many outdoor activities available without being hindered by the heat and humidity that can be present in the summer months.

INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT THE GOLD COAST:

  • A study in 1998 determined the Gold Coast as the most biologically diverse city in Australia
  • The Gold Coast hosts more than 500 restaurants and cafes
  • It accommodates the most extensive professional lifeguard service within Australia
  • There are 57km of beaches within the Gold Coast
  • The Gold Coast is the sixth-largest city in Australia, making it the largest non-capital city, and the second-largest city in Queensland
  • The Gold Coast hosted the 2018 Commonwealth Games

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TEAM BUILDING ACTIVITIES IN THE GOLD COAST:

  • National parks & natural environments:
    • Burleigh Head National Park
    • Cougal Cascades
    • Currumbin Rock Pools
    • Nerang National Park
    • South Stradbroke Island Conservation Park
  • Golf clubs & mini-golf:
    • Burleigh Golf Club
    • Emerald Lakes Golf Club
    • Holey Moley
    • King Tutts Putt Putt
  • Animal encounters:
    • Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
    • David Fleay Wildlife Park
  • Dinner shows & entertainment:
    • Dracula’s
    • Outback Spectacular
  • Relaxing spas & retreats:
    • Eden Health Retreat
    • Freedom Float Centre
    • Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat
  • Theme parks:
    • Dreamworld
    • Movie World
    • Sea World
    • Wet’n’Wild
  • Other outdoor activities:
    • Barefoot Bowls
    • Currumbin Alley Surf School
    • Go Ride A Wave
    • Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre
    • KDV Sport
    • SkyPoint Climb
    • Slingshot Fun Park
    • Stunt Park
    • Xtend Barre
  • Other indoor activities:
    • 7D Cinema – Virtual Reality
    • BOUNCEinc
    • Game Over Gold Coast
    • Go Karting Gold Coast
    • iFly Indoor Skydiving
    • Padlockd Escape Rooms
    • Timezone Surfers Paradise
  • Volunteering & charities:
    • Gecko Environmental Council
    • Meals on Wheels
    • South Stradbroke Island Landcare Group Inc
    • Watergum Community- Nerang Riverkeepers Group

PLACES TO EAT IN THE GOLD COAST:

  • Surfers Paradise restaurants:
    • Alfresco Italian Restaurant
    • Catch Restaurant
    • Citrique
    • Costa D’oro Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria
    • Edgewater Dining & Lounge
    • House of Brews
    • Longboards Laidback Eatery & Bar
    • Manolas Bros
    • Salt Meats Cheese
    • Sandbar
    • Seascape Restaurant & Bar
    • Steampunk Surfers Paradise
    • White Rhino Bar & Eats
  • Burleigh Heads restaurants:
    • Burleigh Pavilion
    • Jimmy Wah’s
    • Justin Lane
    • Light Years
    • Maman Bar & Kitchen
    • Mr Hizola’s
    • Paddock Bakery
    • The Fish House
    • The Little Plate
  • Currumbin restaurants:
    • Currumbin Beach Vikings
    • Currumbin Hotel
    • Currumbin RSL
    • Saltwater at Currumbin
    • The Salt Mill
  • Other Gold Coast restaurants:
    • Dracula’s- Broadbeach
    • Frida Sol- Palm Beach
    • Mr P.P.’s Deli and Rooftop- Southport
    • The Collective- Palm Beach
    • The Star Gold Coast- Broadbeach
    • Tipplers Licensed Cafe- South Stradbroke Island
  • Caterers:
    • Budget Gourmet
    • Gold Coast Catering
    • Gold Coast Food Truck
    • Manolas Bros
    • Red Pear Catering
    • Spit N Pieces Catering Co.

BEST TEAM BUILDING VENUES IN THE GOLD COAST:

  • Parks, national parks & other natural environments:
    • Burchill Park
    • Burleigh Head National Park
    • Cascade Gardens
    • Cougal Cascades
    • Currumbin Rock Pools
    • Eileen Peters Park
    • John Laws Park
    • Justins Park
    • Macintosh Park
    • Nerang National Park
    • Palm Beach Parklands
    • South Stradbroke Island Conservation Park
    • Swift Park
    • Tallebudgera Creek Park
    • Terry and Carol Moore Park
    • Winders Park
  • Other outdoor venues:
    • An Island Hideaway
    • Burleigh Golf Club
    • Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
    • Emerald Lakes Golf Club
    • Home of the Arts
    • KDV Sport
  • Indoor venues:
    • Burleigh Heads Mowbray Park Surf Life Saving Club
    • Currumbin Beach Vikings
    • Dust Temple
    • Gold Coast Event Centre
    • Greendays
    • Mo’s Desert Clubhouse
    • SkyPoint
    • Surfers Paradise Tavern
    • The Cavill Hotel
    • The Star Gold Coast

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