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Best Things to Do in Gold Coast, solo trip
Gold Coast Skydive is 92% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler books a tandem skydive with a dedicated instructor, free locker, and shuttle, so independence is easy and adrenaline high; only the AU$475 price and possible weather delays slightly reduce appeal.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Burleigh Heads Beach is 92% Solo-Friendly
A solo visitor can surf, jog the esplanade, join cheap beach yoga, and walk the headland; patrolled swimming zones, cafés, and steady public transport make extended solo time safe and easy.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Visit Burleigh Heads Gold Coast 🌴 4k Beach Walks & Rides
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4K Walking Beach Tour - Burleigh Heads Gold Coast Australia 🌴
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BURLEIGH HEADS || Gold Coasts Go To Place on Sunday Afternoon
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Springbrook National Park is 90% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler can tackle long or short rainforest hikes, photograph waterfalls alone at dawn, camp cheaply, and adapt to steep, muddy trails since they carry only their own gear.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 days
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GOLD COAST'S BEST DAY TRIP! Springbrook National Park Highlights | Australia
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Springbrook National Park and finding Glow Worms, Gold Coast
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Springbrook National Park Highlights | Queensland’s Best Day Tour
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ROADTRIP TO SPRINGBROOK NATIONAL PARK & TRYING AUSTRALIAN FASTFOOD 🚗🍔
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Gold Coast beach is 90% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler can surf, swim between flagged areas, join beach yoga or cycle Oceanway; lifeguards, cafes, hostels and light rail make moving alone easy and safe all day.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Cape Byron Lighthouse is 90% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler can climb the lighthouse, walk the full coastal loop, and linger at viewpoints without coordinating schedules; public toilets and café make a half-day visit easy and safe.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
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Kurrawa Beach is 90% Solo-Friendly
Lifeguard flags, surf lessons, volleyball nets, long boardwalk and cafés give plenty to do alone, and buses stop nearby. Limited lockers and shade mean watch belongings and pack sun gear.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Coolangatta Beach is 90% Solo-Friendly
The patrolled surf break, open foreshore paths and nearby cafes let a solo traveller swim, surf or stroll safely, and there is no reliance on group facilities, so the beach suits singles very well.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Lamington National Park is 90% Solo-Friendly
The park offers dozens of self-guided or ranger tours, from 800 m canopy loops to multi-day treks, wildlife watching and hostel or lodge beds, so a lone traveler can fill days safely and independently.
Recommended visit duration: 1 day
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Byron Bay is 89% Solo-Friendly
Solo visitors get surf lessons, lighthouse hikes, markets and dolphin-kayak tours; hostels and buses aid budget access, and low crime means exploring alone feels secure.
Recommended visit duration: 0.5-1 day
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Surfers Paradise Beach is 89% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveller can swim between patrolled flags, book surf lessons, jog the Esplanade, and reach cheap eateries and nightlife by bus, so the beach feels both active and convenient.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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4K Walk - Surfers Paradise 🌴 Gold Coast Australia - Schoolies Week
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