Multi-Award Winning Catch a Crab Tour
Experience the ultimate Australian adventure with the whole crew on Catch a Crab’s original Tweed Gold Coast crabbing tour. Cruise along the scenic Tweed River where you’ll learn the art of trapping crabs, go pumping for yabbies and feed fish and pelicans. The fun and adventure continues at an oyster farm for an enlightening presentation, giving you a full taste of Australia’s exciting great outdoors. When you’re not immersing yourself in thrilling wildlife, soak in picturesque views as you relax onboard.
Inclusions
- Valid for one infant (0–2), one child (3–12) or one adult (13+)
- Catch a Crab tour
- Trapping live crabs
- Fishing on the mighty Tweed River
- Hand-feeding the friendly wild pelicans
- Pumping for yabbies (tide and weather permitting)
- Viewing the Tweed area’s working oyster farms + talk
- All equipment for activities is supplied
- Available: Thursday – Sunday: Boarding 9am; departs 9.30am (AEST). Tours run from 2 to 2.5 hours
- Bookings valid to 31 March 2026
Pricing & availability
Things to know
- Lunch is not included. Advance bookings for lunch is essential. You can choose to enjoy lunch in the onshore restaurant – The Oyster Shed – by pre-booking a table and ordering from the menu, or by purchasing a seafood lunch value package upfront. Book a lunch package with your tour or contact +61 7 5599 9972 or email info@catchacrab.com.au to make a reservation at The Oyster Shed
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
100% refund to your original payment method or credits
- Up to 7 days after purchase
- As long as 24 hours before booking date
Non-refundable
- From 24 hours before the booking date
- Casual clothes such as shorts, t-shirt, thongs, sandals or sneakers
- Bring a jacket in cooler weather
- A sun hat for sun protection, sun protection cream is available on your tour
- A change of clothes for yabbie pumping
- The gift shop also sells shorts and t-shirts if you require
Thursday – Sunday
Availability:
- Available: Thursday – Sunday: Boarding 9am; departs 9.30am (AEST). Tours run from 2 to 2.5 hours
- Not valid: Monday – Wednesday
- Please be aware you must arrive 30 minutes prior to departure for photo opportunities and the boat will board 15 minutes prior to departure
- Bookings valid to 31 March 2026
Important:
- Exclusions: Food, drinks, transport
- Special lunch packages with seasonal crabs available at an additional cost. Any excess amount must be paid directly to Catch a Crab Tour
- Booking for lunch is essential. You can choose to enjoy lunch in the onshore restaurant – The Oyster Shed – by pre-booking a table and ordering from the menu, or by purchasing a seafood lunch value package upfront. Book a lunch package with your tour or contact +61 7 5599 9972 or email as info@catchacrab.com.au to make a reservation at The Oyster Shed
Please Note:
- Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
- Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date
Important:
- The destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
- We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website
Catch a Crab Tour
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the picturesque Tweed River and savour the delectable flavor of freshly caught mud crab with Catch a Crab Tours. Whether you’re exploring the Gold Coast or the Tweed region, this river cruise experience is a must-try – offering tour-only options or packages that include a delicious meal!