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Southport Spit …the GC’s Best Kept Secret
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Locals and tourists alike are always on the lookout for something new to do and somewhere different to go.
TOS (The Other Side) is well known to the surfing fraternity. The Southport Spit has long been a Mecca for surfer’s game enough to paddle across the Southport River mouth. Here you’ll find some of the best beach breaks in the world on South Stradbroke Island.
If you’re not a surfer, there’s also plenty to see and do. Tour company ‘Pure Gold’ is now providing day tours for those wanting a guided tour of The Southport Spit area.
The day starts at the Southport Yacht Club with a tour of the facilities and a coffee. The next stop is the nearby Marina Mirage and tour of the Gold Coast HeliTours facilities.
Then there’s a quick stop at the famous Versace Hotel and it’s onto The Seaway Kiosk for coffee and cake. This will give guests free access to the Pumping Jetty where you can enjoy spectacular views of the Seaway and Surfers Paradise impressive skyline.
From here guests will enjoy an informative chat about the Seaway from the local Coast Guard officers.
Next up you can enjoy some time with Scuba Diver Ian Banks a veteran diver of the Southport Seaway who will share his underwater view of the area.
Without doubt, this is a really special and unique part of the Gold Coast.
Pure Gold can provide both locals and tourists with a guided tour that will unlock the secrets of this beautiful location.
To book your tour contact Peter on 0414 590 691.