Currumbin wildlife sanctuary Animal lovers and families with kids can't go past Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary when visiting Coolangatta. One of the Gold Coasts most popular tourist destinations, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is only a 10-minute drive from Coolangatta CBD and offers guests the opportunity to cuddle koalas, meet kangaroos, and enjoy a range of experiences with some of Australia's most well-loved animals, as well as some international ones too. Water sports Take to the water with some water sports to make the most of your trip to Coolangatta. Learn to surf, paddleboard, parasail, jetski, or any other water-based sporting activity and revel in the sun, sand and surf. With so many beaches to choose from and such a large expanse of ocean, you'll have the freedom to own the waves.