Top Brisbane Water Tours

Take a leisurely river cruise from Brisbane to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary to observe native Australian wildlife. This half-day tour departs from bustling Southbank and cruises along the Brisbane River with views of iconic landmarks on the way to Lone Pine. Upon arrival, enjoy ample time to meet the animals. Observe the platypus, and watch animal shows that feature sheepdogs and birds of prey. A great experience for animal lovers.

The Brisbane River, flowing directly through the city after which it’s named, is the longest river in South Queensland. Take a relaxing ruise along the river, seeing iconic sights including Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Brisbane City Center, and Story Bridge in a short amount of time. Fit a morning or afternoon departure into your vacation schedule.

Spend a blissful day on Moreton Island exploring the beaches, snorkel sites, and enormous sand dunes during this full-day tour from Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, or the Gold Coast. Travel with an experienced guide in a rugged 4-wheel drive vehicle, going from sea to sand as you snorkel at the Tangalooma Wrecks and kayak around the coral reef, then head inland to try sandboarding on the dunes. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the beach and soak in the tropical scenery of Moreton Island on this fun-filled tour. Please note: An additional cost of AU$70per adult and AU$55 per child is to be paid in cash to your driver prior to departure to cover national park and ferry fees during this tour.

Enjoy a relaxing river cruise and delicious lunch on this half-day excursion in Brisbane. Sip tea, admire views of local landmarks, and learn about the region from an informative guide aboard the MV Neptune. Then, head to Breakfast Creek Hotel for a variety of mouth-watering meal choices, including lunch rump and Panko calamari, beer-battered flathead and quinoa croquette.

To truly immerse yourself in the marine biodiversity of Moreton Island, join this all-inclusive day tour. The island paradise is just a short journey from Brisbane. Take a guided snorkel tour of the Tangalooma Wrecks, enjoy a buffet lunch, and relax on the beach. Cruise on the Spirit of Migaloo II, keeping an eye out for dugongs, turtles, and dolphins, which are commonly seen around here.

Zip around Brisbane on a fun, self-balancing Segway. Cruise past Brisbane’s riverside sights, glide around the Southbank Parklands, and enjoy dramatic views of Kangaroo Point Cliffs. Choose from multiple tour durations and departure times to suit your schedule and budget. Best of all: full instruction and practice time is provided and there’s no experience necessary, so anyone can give it a go! This tour is limited to small groups, ensuring a personalized experience that you'll remember.

Leave busy Brisbane for a full-day tour that showcases the natural beauty of North Stradbroke Island. Swim in the surf or freshwater lakes, take a short guided hike, view whales and other marine animals from the beach and coastal lookouts, visit small towns including historic Dunwich and Amity, and go in search of the island’s population of wild kangaroos and koalas. Your small-group tour has numbers limited to 21 people, which ensures a more personalized experience with your knowledgeable guide.

Discover the diverse wildlife of South East Queensland when you travel to the Springbrook plateau, Numinbah Valley and Mt Tamborine on a full-day tour from Brisbane. Your guide leads a leisurely walk in Springbrook National Park to see two stunning waterfalls, Natural Bridge and a glow worm cave. Have time to relax and enjoy the waterfalls and rainforest on this small-group tour with numbers limited to 21 participants, ensuring a more personalized experience.

Spend an evening in Brisbane on a Sunset River Cruise along the Brisbane River, where you will have a guide to share with you all about the history and important landmarks along the way. You’ll see the attractions as you drift along, with the city lights in the background.

Explore Moreton Island’s spectacular natural environment on this all-day adventure at Tangalooma Island Resort. After boarding a dolphin cruise in Brisbane, travel to the resort and check out a desert-safari tour with sand tobogganing, a marine-discovery cruise, a snorkeling tour, or an ATV quad bike tour. Enjoy access to the resort’s pools, lounges, eco center, and a supervised dolphin feeding experience is included in your visit.

This cruise to the Tangalooma Island Resort on Moreton Island is the easy way to spend a day in nature from Brisbane. Choose between sand tobogganing, a wildlife-spotting cruise, snorkeling, or a ATV Quad Bike Tour for a fun-filled day. You can also use the facilities at the resort, such as the pool and bar if you’d rather just relax. This day trip is ideal for families.

Combine river cruising with brewery hopping with this tour. You'll take a cruise along the Brisbane River, stopping at three of the city's best breweries along the way to sample local beer, without having to wait in line. Although breweries are subject to change, common stops on this tour include the Brewdog Brewery, Sea Legs Brewing Company, and Felons Barrel Hall.

Discover the idyllic Moreton Island and the Tangalooma Wrecks on this guided snorkel tour from Hamilton in Brisbane. This fun-filled group tour is a great way to delve deeper into the history of the shipwrecks and learn more about Moreton Bay’s beautiful underwater world. You’ll also have the chance to explore some of the island’s beautiful beaches and enjoy a nice scenic cruise out to the island and back.

On the North Stradbroke Island Tour, migrating whales can be spotted from June to October, along with dolphins and turtles all year round. The island enjoys spectacular ocean views and has a rich history. It is home to many talented artists, a few of which we will visit when we arrive at Dunwich. On our way to Point Lookout, we will stop at Myora Springs; a small creek leading into the surrounding mangroves. In Point Lookout, we enjoy the spectacular coastal views on the North Gorge Walk. North Stradbroke Island has beautiful beaches. It will be difficult to choose one for the stroll after lunch. Brown Lake gets its name from the colour of the water. The clear tea colour comes from the surrounding tea trees and reeds. The natural bushland surrounding the lake is home to many delicate flowers. Here we will have afternoon tea or a refreshing swim before we head back to the mainland. You will leave this beautiful tropical island with a lot of wonderful memories.

Explore the most special spots of Moreton Bay on a private tour of Russell, Lamb, Macleay, and Karragarra Islands, showcasing the arts community and the flavors of the islands. You’ll meet at Redland bay, have a walk and an included morning tea and a visit to an art studio, then get to Sandy Beach. You’ll visit the other islands, talking walks and enjoying the history, art, and natural beauty.

Enjoy a hassle-free day trip to Moreton Island and spend time doing your choice of activities with the Tangalooma Island Resort as your base. Toboggan down sand dunes on the desert-safari tour, look out for dolphins on the marine-discovery cruise, explore underwater shipwrecks on a snorkeling experience, or an ATV quad bike tour. Round-trip transport from Brisbane included.

Get to some of Brisbane’s best bars on this cocktail river cruise where you’ll travel with a group on a custom-built boat. You’ll hop on and hop off at three of Brisbane’s best cocktail bars. One drink is included on the boat, but you’ll also get discounts at the bars where you stop. No waiting in line, either. You’ll visit the Will and Flow Overwater Bar, Mary Mae’s bar, and the Toscano Bar.

Going out at night in a new city can be intimidating–simplify the process with an evening brewery cruise in Brisbane. Don’t worry about missing out on the best spots as you’ll be taken to three top breweries along the river. Enjoy exclusive offers at each venue, and save time for more important things with skip-the-line access.

Just under an hour north of Brisbane lies the Moreton Bay Marina Reserve’s Pumicestone Passage. This thrilling guided jet ski tour takes you from Sandstone Point through the sheltered passage, past stunning beaches and tree-dotted islands. Suitable for beginners and experienced jet skiers alike, this guided adventure provides the perfect balance of speed, fun, and exploration—along with take-home souvenir photos.

Experience a full-day guided tour of Karragarra and Macleay Island with a workshop creating a copper memento. This is a day tour where you’ll be walking and driving at different times through the day, exploring different heritage trails, artists, and craftspeople. A healthy lunch platter, morning and afternoon tea are all provided. Also take a ferry to Karragarra Island to explore the area.

Enjoy the adrenaline on this half day tour of the Pumicestone Passage Marine park on this jet ski adventure. Ride from Bribie Island to Caloundra, passing by the volcanic Glasshouse Mountains that erupted 25 million years ago. You’ll have super thrills on the Lighthouse Reach Hot Lap. Two can ride each jetski, so bring a buddy.

Enjoy a small-group tour with a maximum of ten guests giving you a more personalized experience. Discover the beautiful sites on Fraser Island, including Lake McKenzie, Eli Creek and the Maheno shipwreck before relaxing in your hotel room and taking advantage of everything Kingfisher Bay Resort has to offer.