10 BEST TEAM BUILDING ACTIVITIES IN GOLD COAST

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The Gold Coast is renowned for the beautiful beaches of Surfers Paradise. Beyond the beaches you’ll find places like Dreamworld, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, and Skypoint Observation Deck making the Gold Coast an iconic holiday destination.

A team building retreat in the Gold Coast offers a perfect blend of sun and socialization. Here you’ll find lots of team-building activities for you and your team to try on your next retreat.

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These team-building activities are available as part of our retreat package.

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Learn to surf in the Gold Coast

  • Find a place to take your team for lessons where they’re not only passionate about surfing, but also about providing a wide range of adventures.
  • You’ll want to choose a place with the right surfing conditions such as warm water, beautiful patrolled beaches, and the best waves.
  • Book a surf school that specializes in daily beginner surfing lessons with group and private lessons available upon request.
  • Most places have a range of hard, NSP surfboards for intermediate surfers, or soft beginner boards (GBoards), available for you to rent.
  • Be sure to have a good instructor to get you and your team into the water to learn how to properly surf.
  • Surfing could be the perfect team-building activity for you and your team to learn together.

Take a kayaking tour on the Gold Coast

  • Take a Kayaking tour on the Gold Coast to see the amazing sights from a different view.
  • Prepare to be amazed as your guide takes you through the breathtaking Broadwater.
  • You could experience encounters with wild dolphins, often within arm’s reach.
  • Get comprehensive instructions on how to use the kayaks will be given so having no experience is no problem.
  • All kayaking equipment including life jackets will be provided for you and your team. 
  • Be sure to bring your swimsuit, sunglasses, water shoes, hat, towel, sun block, and a bottle of water.

Take your team whale watching

  • Get on board a Whale watching cruise and witness the majestic humpback whales in their natural habitat.
  • You’ll be traveling with a professional crew who will provide information and a detailed commentary along your cruise.
  • Have a trained crew with an almost perfect success rate in finding whales over several years.
  • Purchase drinks and snacks from the onboard bar or have complimentary tea, coffee, and biscuits.
  • Your journey will be guided by Marine Biologists providing full commentary, with friendly and knowledgeable staff ready to answer any questions that you may have.

Embark on a high ropes adventure challenge 

  • Enjoy the thrill of ziplining between mountains and experience stunning heights at amazing speeds! 
  • Give you and your team the satisfaction of being outside of your comfort zone but then conquering your fears and creating unforgettable memories.
  • With guides to show you everything you need to know, it's the perfect team-building event.
  • Find a high ropes Adventure Park with lots of treetop activities for you and your team to choose from. 
  • With courses ranging from easy to extreme and traverse, running through several acres of amazing bushland and rainforest, it’s the perfect mix of challenging and enjoyable.

Ride a hot air balloon across the Gold Coast

  • Fly in a Hot Air Balloon over the Gold Coast and experience 360 degree views. 
  • Enjoy the vast landscape that ranges from mountains to tall skyscrapers.  
  • You’ll have a highly skilled pilot with extensive knowledge and years of experience. 
  • Find special offers such as a champagne breakfast, a private hot air balloon ride, and gift vouchers.
  • Hot air ballooning is one of the Gold Coast’s most popular activities for visitors and those with a taste for adventure. 
  • This team-building activity is sure to be one to remember for years to come.

Visit one of Gold Coast’s escape rooms

  • Using teamwork and creative thinking, you’ll  solve logical problems and puzzles while overcoming challenges making this the ultimate team building activity.
  • With unique, immersive escape rooms, you’ll have a shared team experience while forming closer relationships and having fun.
  • Look online to find the best escape rooms and book your event through the website to make it an easy booking experience.
  • With the right game master who really gets into character to set the scene, you’ll have an amazing experience. 
  • Large group options are available in most locations, check with yours to be sure they can accommodate your team.

Take your team on a brewery tour

  • Take your team on a brewery tour with an experienced tour guide in the Gold Coast
  • All of the craft brewery and distillery tours include transportation in a private, air-conditioned van, snacks, a guided brewery or distillery tour, and all samples.
  • Most places prefer a minimum of six people to do a private tour but most of the public tours require a minimum of two guests to operate.
  • Have a choice of several beautiful venues on a comfortable bus big enough for you and your team. 
  • Try a massive range of brews such as core range, limited runs, special brews that haven’t been tapped yet, and even some mead.
  • Enjoy a half day or full day tour and enjoy quality time with colleagues during this team-building activity. 

Unwind with yoga in the Gold Coast

  • Find a space with comfort in mind to allow you and your team to fully immerse yourself in the practice of yoga without distractions. 
  • You’ll find places where meditation classes and workshops are offered, inviting you to explore mindfulness and cultivate inner peace.
  • Discover yoga teachers who radiate positive energy and lead a truly inspiring class for you and your team.
  • These classes are the ideal combination of athleticism, play, and still a challenge.
  • Realign your body from head to toe and relieve the ultimate stress with Aerial yoga.
  • Let your team relax and unwind with yoga after a long workday.

Learn axe-throwing techniques with your team

  • Axe throwing is an excellent team-building activity that strengthens bonds and increases productivity.
  • You can find places to accommodate groups of up to two hundred including drink packages and catering.
  • Tackle a rare skill with your team that’s both challenging and rewarding.
  • Book a great Axe throwing teacher who makes it really easy to learn, but who also teaches safety rules very well and efficiently. 
  • You and your team can have a great time with music playing and even a bar to have a few drinks while watching your teammates throw.
  • Have the ultimate team-building experience while learning the techniques of hitting a target with an axe.

Experience the adrenaline rush of go-karting

  • Get the ultimate adrenaline rush by visiting a go karting track with your team on the Gold Coast. 
  • You’ll have the choice of an indoor or an outdoor track where you can race your colleagues and drift to the finish line.
  • Choose from a huge fleet of the latest European state-of-the-art machines, powered by de-governed 9hp four stroke Hondas! 
  • There’s also Dual Karts, Cadet Karts, and Intermediate karts for those on your team who don’t enjoy the speed. 
  • Safety is the number one priority, there’ll be extensive safety systems on the tracks and karts will all be supervised by a trained professional track marshall.
  • With function rooms, BBQ areas and exclusive use of the track, you and your team will be set-up to give you the ultimate team-building event!

Would you like to book any of these activities?

These team-building activities are available as part of our retreat package.

Get a quote

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