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 Australia's 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
Dreamtime Travellers Rest hostel
Established by two world backpacker travellers, this Cairns city backpackers enjoys a unique homely backpacker atmosphere.
BookCape 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!
BookEmus 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!
Backpackers @ 1770
So much more than an ordinary hostel. Chill out in our Balinese hut and enjoy the fun and social atmosphere.
The Jackeroo Hostel
Set in the beautiful world heritage tropical Rainforest of far North Queensland you can stay in a treehouse.
Tropic Days Backpackers
Set in a beautiful landscaped tropical garden, this is your home away from home.
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.
Travellers Oasis
A charming little guest house offering cosy and clean facilities to a budget conscious travellers.
Noosa Flashpackers
Voted the number 1 choice hostel for all backpackers staying in Noosa, for travellers looking for an environment of personal service!
Paradise Traveller’s Rest
Come and experience the laid-back North Queensland lifestyle; chill out by the pool, swing in a hammock and laze on the balconies.
BookCairns City Backpackers
A tropical oasis tucked away from the bustle of the city. An easy 25-minute walk will take you to the Esplanade.
BookBase 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!
Rambutan
Australia's first ever 5 star "Glam-Packers". This boutique backpacker’s resort is oozing with character, quaintness and style.
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.
Arts Factory
Where the spirit of Byron Bay was born...The Arts Factory is an essential part of your journey! Relax, Rejuvenate, Recycle!
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge
Nature, wildlife, adventure, friendly staff, great food & excellent tours in an Eco friendly environment on the Atherton Tablelands.
BookThe 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!
BookCoral Beach Lodge
Surrounded by trees and located just 5 minutes from the beautiful 4-Mile Beach, Coral Beach Lodge is perfectly located.
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.
Halse Lodge
The closest hostel to famous Noosa main beach and Noosa National Park, surrounded by two acres of gardens and rainforest.
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.
Summer House Backpackers Cairns
Summer House Cairns is a slice of paradise in the heart of Far North Queensland.
BookDougies Backpackers Resort
"Kick Back and Relax" in the tropical gardens and soak up some of Far North's warm tropical sunlight.
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.
Bounce Cairns
Bounce Cairns offers resort-style, award-winning accommodation. The hostel is located in the heart of Cairns.
BookAbsolute Backpackers
A resort disguised as a hostel! Set on an acre of lush, tropical gardens offering a clean, safe, and friendly environment.
Magnums
A tropical oasis in the middle of the excitement of Airlie Beach affordable accommodation styles include dorm rooms deluxe cabins and private rooms.
Backpacker things to do in Queensland
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...
BookGreat 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 3D2N
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
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
Waterfall Tour Cairns
Jump aboard Gus the Wonder Bus for an unforgettable day in the spectacular Atherton Tablelands region Swim under pristine waterfalls surrounded by lush rainforest
Green Island Cairns and White water Rafting
Combine a day with hours of relaxing on Green Island in the morning and an afternoon full of adventure while going white water rafting.
BookReef and Daintree on a Budget
2 days snorkel Australia's Great Barrier Reef experience the thrill of boomnetting and explore the oldest living Rainforest in the World the Daintree Rainforest
BookSkyrail Rainforest Cableway Roundtrip – with Cairns City transfers
Cairns Skyrail gives you a whole new perspective of North Queensland's rainforest. With an amazing boardwalk tour and the village to explore.
Reef Experience Family Tour
A Great Barrier Reef family day tour with Cairns ONLY ALL inclusive reef package - packed with family friendly activities!
BookWhitsunday 1 Day Sailing Adventure
Explore the beautiful Whitsunday Islands on this Whitsunday 1 Day Sailing Adventure. Visit the famous Whitehaven Beach includes delicious BBQ lunch, swimming, snorkeling and outstanding...
3 Day Rafting, Reef and Rainforest
Our Great value 3 day Tropical Escape White Water Rafting, Great Barrier Reef, scenic railway and the skyrail to Kuranda the village in the rainforest
BookBilly Tea Safaris
Discover the Daintree Rainforest on our Cape Tribulation Premium day Tour visit Daintree Rainforest Cape Tribulation and the Bloomfield Track
Great Barrier Reef, Rafting and Kuranda
A day adventure including a day on the Great Barrier Reef a day rafting the Barron River and a day in Kuranda the village in
BookReef 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
BookSkydiving and Great Barrier Reef
Experience the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef after the adrenalin hit from a 14000-foot skydive.
BookBudget Reef Cruise Resort Divers
Great Barrier Reef Cruise departing from Cairns includes 2 outer Barrier Reef locations 1 introductory / resort scuba dive, snorkeling bbq lunch and boomnetting
BookBirdworld Kuranda
Birdworld Kuranda is home to one of Australia's greatest collections of free-flying birds, so prepare to be surrounded by vibrant colour when you visit.
Family Day Tour Compass Cruises
Show your family Australia's Great Barrier Reef with our excellent budget Family Day Tour! Includes 2 reef locations, lunch, unlimited snorkelling, boomnetting and more!
BookRainforest, Rafting and Reef
See the Daintree Rainforest go White Water Rafting on the Tully River and see the Great Barrier Reef!
BookS.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...
Kuranda Scenic Train, Rainforestation and Skyrail Experience – CKB
Combining the Scenic Train journey with the world famous Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Rainforestation including Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, meet some of our Australian native animals
Daintree Dreaming – Traditional Aboriginal Fishing Day Tour
A journey in heritage, ancient culture and traditions of the Kuku Yalanji people.
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
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.
BookHeart Reef Whitsundays Scenic Flight
Whitsundays scenic flight, see the Whitsunday Islands from a new perspective fly over Whitehaven Beach, Great Barrier Reef including World famous Heart Reef
Reef and Rafting (2 days)
Great Barrier Reef cruise and raft with this incredible day package tour See the highlights Cairns tropical North has to offer with an adventure filled
BookReef 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
BookFitzroy Island Resort Ferry Transfers
Fitzroy Island Ferry departs several times a day from Cairns Choose from half-day and full-day.
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
BookWhitsundays Fast Boat Adventure
Join Thundercat for an "Adventure of a lifetime" around the Whitsunday islands in one day.
Cairns Skydive
Tropical North is a spectacular location for a Tandem Skydive and your extreme adventure
Budget Scuba Dive
Cairns budget Reef tour Compass Cruises includes 2 spectacular outer barrier reef locations, 1 scuba dive, snorkeling, BBQ lunch and boomnetting
BookCairns Calm Water Fishing
Cairns Calm Water Fishing on Trinity Inlet has some of the best Estuary fishing the region has to offer! All equipment is provided.
Fitzroy Island Family Day Pass with Glass Bottom Boat
Spend the day on idyllic Fitzroy Island with your family relaxing and swimming straight off the beach
Giant Jungle Swing at Skypark Cairns
AJ Hackett Giant Jungle Swing is the only multi-person swing in Australia swooping through the jungle from 45 metres to 1 metre in 3.5 seconds!