Electric Dreams with Noosa e-Tuk Tuk Tours
All the rage in European cities, one man is on a mission to bring stylish and sustainable electric tuk tuk tours to the streets of Noosa. Rebecca Jamieson Dwyer gets ready to ride!
The words ‘Tuk Tuk’ might conjure up visions of rickety, noisy transportation, but today’s sleek, stylish European-made electric Tuk Tuks are worlds away from that, becoming increasingly popular as the ultimate way to see the sights in tourist hotspots such as Madrid, Dubrovnik and Lisbon. Not only is riding in an e-Tuk Tuk fun, it’s also sustainable, helping to take cars off the road and reduce emissions – benefitting both locals and tourists alike. Hungarian-born Laz Pocze is the owner of Studio Pilates Noosa and has always been passionate about showcasing local business. His new venture, Noosa e-Tuk Tuk Tours, aims to bring the magic of this unique form of transport to our very own slice of paradise.
“I saw that lots of Mediterranean cities were embracing e-Tuk Tuks and knew it would be perfect for the Noosa lifestyle,” he said. “Luckily I managed to buy the only two electric Tuk Tuks in Australia and bring them here. I’m very excited to introduce this to our community!”
Noosa e-Tuk Tuk Tours has something for everyone, whether you’re a visitor who wants to experience a private tailored tour with maximum good times and minimum hassle, or you’re a local looking for a fun, unique way to get around or to spend a few hours exploring your hometown in a different light (hint hint to all the couples out there – it’s a surprise date night idea that’ll get you maximum points!).
The e-Tuk Tuk can carry two to nine people at a time, and there’s a range of different tour options available to suit different needs. Visitors will love the hour-long Ride and Vibe Tour that showcases the best Noosa hotspots such as Main Beach, Noosa National Park, Noosa Spit Recreation Reserve and more – just the ticket for those who want to see the sights while finding out more about the area from a friendly, experienced guide.
Another excellent option is the When the Sun Goes Down Tour, showcasing just why Noosa is one of the most romantic places on earth. BYO bubbles and snacks, or let your guide help you choose a much-loved foodie favourite to pick something up, before parking up at an incredible location and watching the sun drift below the horizon with your loved one from the comfort of your e-Tuk Tuk.
It doesn’t get much more picture-perfect than that! Speaking of pictures, your driver will be happy to take one before leaving you alone to enjoy your romantic evening. Ah, the serenity…Foodies will love the Brunch, Lunch and Dinner Tours – a truly unique experience in collaboration with some of Noosa’s best Italian and Modern Australian restaurants. Imagine being transported straight to the heart of Noosa Marina in your private e-Tuk Tuk, then sipping and dining on a special menu on board as the sun goes down – it’s a culinary experience like no other!
Noosa e-Tuk TukTours has collaborated with Italian coastal restaurant Lucio’s Marina, who are pleased to offer a tailored menu for the occasion, with more special menus coming from other Noosa dining venues soon. Watch this space! For something totally different, try the Reformer Studio Pilates and Coffee Tour combining a 45-minute Pilates class at Studio Pilates Noosa with a cruise along the Noosa River, to the National Park, the river mouth, or a location of your choice.
You’ll also enjoy a coffee from Laz’s favourite café (shhh, it’s a secret!), making this the perfect way to spend a Sunday morning with friends. The little people in our lives are catered for with the Family Ride Tour – a delightful and entertaining way to spend some special time together and make memories that will last long after the holiday ends. This one or two-hour tour can be tailored to suit your group, and kids under eight-years-old ride free! Whether you cruise down Hastings Street waving at passersby, spot koalas in the trees at Noosa National Park, or visit the Big Pelican before ice creams at Gympie Terrace, these tours encompass the best family activities in Noosa.
For each Noosa e-Tuk Tuk Tours experience, you can choose to be picked up and dropped off at your hotel in a central location, or at a range of easily accessible spots around town – see the website for the route map and more information. Laz has lots of exciting plans for his e-Tuk Tuk, and hopes the community will embrace this spec-tuk-ular new venture.
“I’m starting with the tours, but my big goal is to see more electric Tuk Tuks, bikes and vehicles on the roads in Noosa in the future,” he said. “I’d love to see cars coming off the crowded streets as we move into a more sustainable future.”
With their sleek shape, shiny white exterior and stylish leather seats, these e-Tuk Tuk certainly don’t disappoint in the style stakes, making them the perfect way to celebrate a special birthday, anniversary or other big life moments. They can also be hired for weddings, hen’s parties and corporate events, creating memories (and photos!) you’ll always treasure.
Noosa’s world-class natural beauty now has clean, green e-Tuk Tuk tours to match. Isn’t it time you Tuk Tuk the time to ride?!
IT’S E-TUK TUK TIME!
Choose an e-Tuk Tuk for getting around Noosa, for special occasions – or enjoy a bespoke tour.
Prices start at $90 for two adults or $99 for four adults. Kids over 8 are $10 each, kids under 8 are free!
Tours are 1 or 2 hours or can be catered to your needs and special requests.
Visit www.noosaetuktuk.com.au to find out more or book your experience.
