Gold Coast: Cruise Stunning Waterways with a Full-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Ferry Pass
Craft your journey with a Hopo Sightseeing Ferry Day Pass for a memorable day on the Gold Coast’s shimmering waterways. Hop on at any of the five stops and hop off to explore destinations of your choice. Enjoy 360-degree views of Surfers Paradise’s skyline, luxury homes, art galleries, and coastal beauty – kids can even take turns driving the boat! Plan your day around unique experiences, including waterside dining at Marina Mirage, Broadwater Parklands, Sea World adventures, and rooftop dining at HOTA, Home of the Arts.
Inclusions
- Valid for one infant (0–4), one child (5–13), one adult (14+) and one family (two adults + two children)
- Full-Day Unlimited Hop-On Hop-Off Ferry Pass
- See the Surfers Paradise skyline from the water
- Enjoy views of the Home of the Arts, the Broadwater Parklands, Sea World Marine Park and the mega super-yachts at the Marina Mirage
- Listen to entertaining commentary
- Fully licensed onboard bar
- Fully accessible and DDA compliant
- Exclusive deals at partner venues, present your Hopo ticket to unlock great discounts on dining, activities, shopping and more
- Available every day: Two ferries operate from 9.15am–6pm. Please see the timetable in Conditions of Offer
- Departure Locations:
- Surfers Paradise Ferry Wharf: Appel Park – 10 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise
- Home of the Arts Ferry Wharf: Home of the Arts, 135 Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise
- Marina Mirage Ferry Wharf: Marina Mirage Shopping Centre, 74 Seaworld Drive, Main Beach
- Southport Ferry Wharf: Southport Pier, Marine Parade, Southport
- Sea World Ferry Wharf: Sea World Cruises Terminal, 130 Seaworld Drive, Main Beach
- Bookings valid to 31 July 2025
Pricing & availability
Appel Park, 10 Ferny Ave
Things to know
- Upon completion of the purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the tour
- Mobile vouchers are accepted - vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
- From 1 day before your chosen date, onwards - Non-refundable
- Up to 7 days after purchase (and at least 1 day before your chosen date) - 100%
- Cancellations made more than 24 hours before departure date: no cancellation fees apply
- Cancellations within 24 hours of departure date, late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies
Changes to Booking
24 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made
- Sunglasses
- Hat
- Sunscreen
Every day
Availability:
- Available every day: Two ferries operate from 9.15am–6pm. Please see the timetable here
- Departure Locations:
- Surfers Paradise Ferry Wharf: Appel Park – 10 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise
- Home of the Arts Ferry Wharf: Home of the Arts, 135 Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise
- Marina Mirage Ferry Wharf: Marina Mirage Shopping Centre, 74 Seaworld Drive, Main Beach
- Southport Ferry Wharf: Southport Pier, Marine Parade, Southport
- Sea World Ferry Wharf: Sea World Cruises Terminal, 130 Seaworld Drive, Main Beach
- Bookings valid to 31 July 2025
Important:
- Exclusions: Drinks, food and hotel transfers are not included
- A licensed bar is onboard to purchase additional drinks at own expense
- The service operates up to six times daily
- Please allow approximately two hours for this experience
- The service is wheelchair-accessible and Marine DDA compliant. For more information, visit hopo.com.au/accessibility
- Prams, bicycles, surfboards and other sports equipment are allowed onboard
- Small dogs on a lead and under seven kilograms are allowed onboard
- Food cannot be consumed onboard for safetey and hygiene reasons
- Exclusive deals at partner venues, present your Hopo ticket to unlock great discounts on dining, activities, shopping and more. Information at hopo.com.au/rewards
- Children aged 4 and under are considered to be infants and are free of charge but are still required to be listed when booking
- There is no toilet onboard, accessible toilets are located at each stop
- Passengers can bring non-alcoholic drinks onboard. There are also drinks available to purchase onboard e.g. water, soft drinks, beer and wine. Alcoholic drink purchases are limited to two per person
Terms & Conditions:
- Must be aged 18+ for alcohol consumption and provide valid ID upon request
- Some routes experience mandatory service breaks of up to 30 minutes
- Tickets are valid for one calendar day only
- Concession rate is valid for holders of current Pension Card or Student Card
- Ticket will be validated on the day of the journey by crew members
- Tickets should be treated like cash as lost tickets are not able to be replaced
- Bookings are not required, and seats on the ferry are granted on a first-come-first-served basis. It is recommended arriving early to avoid disappointment
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at the time of booking
- Stops are subject to change depending on weather conditions
- Ferry departures are weather-dependent and may be cancelled or rescheduled at the discretion of Captain Cook Cruises Sydney for passenger and crew safety
- Vessel is subject to change depending on availability
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 use; any unused portion 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
Hopo Ferry
Cruise the stunning Gold Coast waterways with Hopo Gold Coast Ferry Tours, the city’s only hop-on hop-off explorer and best-value sightseeing tour. With hundreds of five-star reviews, it’s the ultimate way to experience the Gold Coast’s top attractions. Enjoy the convenience and flexibility of exploring the city’s best sights at your own pace, all from the comfort of a scenic ferry ride.