Cruises on the Brisbane River and Moreton Bay

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Tangalooma Island Resort Premium Dolphin Feeding Day Cruise with Whale Watching, Brisbane
Departing from Brisbane, the Premium Dolphin Feeding Day Cruise with Whale Watching takes you across the bay to Moreton Island, where you can enjoy a short stop at Tangalooma Island Resort before venturing out into Moreton Bay to search for humpback whales. From the comfort of Australia's largest, purpose built whale watching vessel, encounter these gentle giants up close and in their natural environment. Lunch is served on board the 3-hour cruise. Then, enjoy the afternoon at Tangalooma Island Resort followed by the Dolphin Feeding Experience supervised by the Doplhin Care team at dusk – the highlight of any visit to Tangalooma! Watch them as they grace the shores of Tangalooma Island Resort for their nightly feed, then join one of the local Eco Rangers to hand feed them some fish. And be sure to smile, the photographers are there to capture your perfect day out!

Tangalooma Island Resort Classic Whale Watching Day Cruise, Brisbane
Departing from Brisbane, the Classic Whale Watching Day Cruise takes you across the bay to Moreton Island, where you can enjoy a short stop at Tangalooma Island Resort before venturing out into Moreton Bay to search for humpback whales. From the comfort of Australia's largest, purpose built whale watching vessel, encounter these gentle giants up close and in their natural environment. Lunch is served on board. Enjoy another short stop at the resort – perfect for relaxing on the beach or grabbing an ice cream, before heading back to Brisbane.

Tangalooma Island Resort Dolphin Viewing Day Cruise with Whale Watching, Brisbane
Departing from Brisbane, the Dolphin Viewing Day Cruise with Whale Watching takes you across the bay to Moreton Island, where you can enjoy a short stop at Tangalooma Island Resort before venturing out into Moreton Bay to search for humpback whales. From the comfort of Australia's largest, purpose built whale watching vessel, get the chance to see these gentle giants in their natural environment. Lunch is served on board the 3 hour cruise. Then, enjoy the afternoon at Tangalooma Island Resort followed by the Dolphin Viewing Experience at dusk. From the vantage point of the jetty you can witness the arrival of the wild dolphins in their natural habitat. With presentations from the resident marine experts, what better way to cap off a jam-packed day!

Premium Dolphin Feeding Day Cruise to Tangalooma Island Resort on Moreton Island, Brisbane
Departing from Brisbane, the Premium Dolphin Feeding Day Cruise takes you across the bay to Moreton Island, where you can spend the day exploring Tangalooma Island Resort, with your choice of land or water based touring activity. Experience the thrill of sand tobogganing down the dunes, or if spotting local marine life is more your thing, all aboard the Marine Discovery Cruise in search of dolphins, dugongs, stingrays and turtles to name a few. At dusk is the highlight of any visit to Tangalooma – your chance to hand feed one of the wild dolphins under the supervision of the Dolphin Care team! Watch them as they grace the shores of Tangalooma Island Resort for their nightly feed, then join one of the local Eco Rangers to hand feed them some fish. And be sure to smile, as our photographers are there to capture your perfect day out!

Dolphin Viewing Day Cruise to Tangalooma Island Resort on Moreton Island, Brisbane
Departing from Brisbane, the Dolphin Viewing Day Cruise takes you across the bay to Moreton Island, where you can spend the day exploring Tangalooma Island Resort, with your choice of land or water based touring activity. Experience the thrill of sand tobogganing down the dunes, or if spotting local marine life is more your thing, all aboard the Marine Discovery Cruise in search of dolphins, dugongs, stingrays and turtles to name a few. You won't want to miss the chance to see our family of wild dolphins as they grace the shores of Tangalooma Island Resort for their nightly feed. Since 1992, the family of wild dolphins have stolen the show at Tangalooma, and from the vantage point of the jetty you can stick around a little longer to witness the arrival of our wild dolphins up close and in their natural habitat. With presentations from our resident marine experts, what better way to cap off a jam packed day of island exploring than by introducing your family…to ours!

Classic Day Cruise to Tangalooma Island Resort on Moreton Island, Brisbane
Departing from Brisbane, the Classic Day Cruise takes you across the bay to Moreton Island, where you can spend the day exploring Tangalooma Island Resort, with your choice of land or water based touring activity. Experience the thrill of sand tobogganing down the dunes, or if spotting local marine life is more your thing, all aboard the Marine Discovery Cruise in search of dolphins, dugongs, stingrays and turtles to name a few. Packed with all of the day trip essentials, the Classic Day Cruise is a great way to experience your choice of unique touring expedition in nature's playground.

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Admission with Brisbane River Cruise, Brisbane
See Australia's amazing animals on a day trip to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary from Brisbane. Your river cruise takes you from the bustling waterfront of Southbank to the lush parklands of Lone Pine, with the chance to see iconic sights as you glide along the water. At the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary you can cuddle koalas, feed kangaroos, and watch platypus, sheepdogs and birds of prey in action. Animal lovers will not want to miss this experience!

Meeanjin to Minjerribah: Stradbroke Island Indigenous Culture Cruise from Brisbane, Brisbane
From Meeanjin (Brisbane City), cruise down Maiwar (Brisbane River) as local Aboriginal guides share dreaming stories of the land and waters. Enjoy an intimate weaving circle, learning local Aboriginal language and a display of ancient Indigenous artefacts on board. From Maiwar, traditional Yuggera Country, cruise into Quandamooka waters and across the bay to Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island). On Minjerribah, you will be welcomed with a traditional smoking ceremony. In a foreshore location of an ancient midden at Goompi (Dunwich), enjoy a guided walk identifying bush tucker and medicinal plants. Quandamooka chef will serve a lunch of native bush tastes and fresh seafoods under the shade of the gum trees. In the afternoon the Yulu-Burri-Ba Dance Group will play didgeridoo, sing and dance tribal songs to say yuwayi (farewell). On the return cruise to the city enjoy live acoustic tunes, Indigenous tasting platters and local Aboriginal artwork and gifts for purchase.

Mooloolaba Whale Watching Cruise, Mooloolaba
Prepare to be amazed and humbled as you witness these magnificent whales up close and in their natural environment as we cruise off the coast of Mooloolaba. Whale sightings guaranteed – if you don't see any you can cruise again for free during the same season.

Whale Watching and Swim with Whales Cruise from Mooloolaba, Mooloolaba
The opportunity to swim with a humpback whale is a rare and very special one – something that people who have experienced it have described as “life changing”.

Moreton Bay Marine Park Dolphin Cruise Including Lunch, Brisbane
Discover the natural wonders of Moreton Bay Marine Park with a naturalist guide during a 7-hour excursion to Moreton Island. Your day includes a dolphin cruise where you also look for resident turtles, dugong and whales (in season). Included is a guided snorkeling tour of the Tangalooma Wrecks and a fish feeding demo provide opportunities to check out colorful fish up close. Have free time to swim, climb sand dunes or simply relax on the beach. Includes optional transport from Brisbane or Gold Coast hotels, morning and afternoon tea, and a tasty buffet lunch.

Brisbane River High Tea Cruise, Brisbane
Treat yourself to a decadent afternoon of high tea aboard an old-fashioned paddle wheeler. This scenic 2.5-hour cruise on the Brisbane River includes sparkling wine with traditional treats such as quiches, finger sandwiches, scones and desserts. Stroll the outdoor decks and soak up the sunshine as you enjoy some of the most picturesque scenery Brisbane has to offer.

Moreton Island Overnight Stay at Tangalooma Resort from Brisbane, Brisbane
Explore the best of Moreton Island as you cruise Marine Park, sand board the desert, and visit Cape Moreton Lighthouse. Spot sharks, turtles, stingray and whales (in season). Enjoy a fresh picnic lunch including cold drinks, fresh fruits and cakes. Swim and relax at Blue Lagoon fresh water lake and spend the afternoon enjoying free time at Tangalooma Resort before feeding the wild dolphins under supervision from trained professionals.

CRUISE TO LUNCH PACKAGE, Brisbane
The Cruise to Lunch will let you spend the day with two popular Brisbane identities; River City Cruises and the Breakfast Creek Hotel. Aboard the boat, the sights will be accompanied by informative commentary about the region as well as a morning tea to satisfy your on board cravings. The morning cruise will last for 45 minutes until you reach your next point of call; the Breakfast Creek Hotel. The Breakfast Creek Hotel is a popular hotspot for locals and tourists alike and after a short walk from the landing dock, it is where you can enjoy a delicious meal. Plating up a range of dishes such as Rump steak, Panko Calamari and Caesar Salad, it will be hard to leave the Hotel with a rumbling stomach. From here you will once again board the M V Neptune to cruise back to the dock at South Bank within the luscious Parklands. 

Brisbane River Sightseeing Cruise, Brisbane
Have a relaxing 1.5-hour river cruise along Brisbane River. Take advantage of several photo opportunities as you glide through the water and see iconic sights such as Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Brisbane City Center and Story Bridge. Learn about the colorful history and local legends through informative and entertaining live commentary as you enjoy morning tea (morning departure only). You have a choice of a morning or afternoon departure and the morning cruise includes an option to hop-off at Newstead to visit the oldest homestead or perhaps have lunch (own expense) at the famous Breakfast Creek Hotel.

Whale Watching Cruise from Redcliffe, Brisbane or the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane
Enjoy exciting, up-close encounters with humpback whales as they migrate through the crystal clear waters of Brisbane's Moreton Bay between the months of June and November. Be amazed as you watch these gentle giants of the sea breech and play within meters of the luxury high-speed catamaran. Your whale watching cruise includes a gourmet buffet lunch including fresh tiger prawns, cold meats and salads. Choose to join the whale watching cruise at Redcliffe Jetty or include roundtrip coach transport from Brisbane or the Sunshine Coast.

Brisbane City Tour and River Cruise from the Gold Coast, Gold Coast
Discover the cosmopolitan delights and friendly vibe of Brisbane on a day long excursion from the Gold Coast. you'll see the city center and sights such as Parliament House and Story Bridge on a guided coach tour and river cruise. Then stroll around the many attractions at South Bank Parklands and take in the city at your leisure during the afternoon. As you experience the blend of urban sophistication and laid back friendliness, you'll see why Brisbane was named one of Australia's most desirable cities!

Whale Watching and Surfers Paradise Day Trip from Brisbane, Brisbane
Experience the best that Surfers Paradise has to offer on this day trip from Brisbane. Cruise the canals and see the homes of the Gold Coast's rich and famous. Watch humpback whales at play from your purpose built, whale watching vessel. After your cruise, there is some time (up to 2 hours) for your own exploration of Surfers Paradise before returning to Brisbane.

Gold Coast, Canal Cruise and Burleigh Heads National Park Day Trip, Brisbane
Explore the diversity of the Gold Coast on a day trip that includes the city sights, visiting Pacific Fair Shopping Centre and Burleigh Heads, discover the coastal highlights along the beautiful Southport Broadwater and experience catching a crab.You'll see it all on this full-day trip departing either from Brisbane or the Gold Coast and be amazed by the numerous contrasting experiences you can squeeze into just one day.

Brisbane Sightseeing Tour and Brisbane River Cruise, Brisbane
Discover the tropical charm of Brisbane on a three-hour tour of Queensland's capital city. Perfect for first-time visitors, this comprehensive morning tour is a well-rounded introduction to Brisbane's famous sights and includes a cruise along the Brisbane River.

Brisbane River Lunchtime Cruise, Brisbane City
Glide along the Brisbane River aboard a majestic paddlewheeler for a lunchtime cruise with a great perspective on Brisbane's waterfront. Get unobstructed views of the city's riverside highlights and dine on a delicious contemporary buffet lunch, with a selection of fresh produce, plus tasty sides and desserts. The weekend cruise option features live entertainment for your enjoyment with a buffet lunch. This cruise has it all: the beauty of Brisbane River, fantastic food and fine entertainment.

Brisbane River Dinner Cruise, Brisbane
See the highlights of Brisbane from the water on a dinner cruise aboard a majestic wooden paddlewheeler. Enjoy live entertainment and a contemporary buffet menu that features fresh produce, then stroll along the deck for unobstructed views of the waterfront as it twinkles at night. It's the perfect way to spend a night out with a romantic partner, loved ones, or friends visiting from afar.