Gold Coast: Two-Hour Sightseeing Cruise with a Licensed Onboard Bar & Commentary
Explore Gold Coast in style aboard a two-hour sightseeing cruise. Departing daily from Surfers Paradise, this river cruise is a must-do. Enjoy 360-degree views of the Surfers Paradise skyline, luxury homes, art galleries, super-yachts, and vast parklands. Savour a drink from the onboard bar while the friendly captain entertains with informative commentary, music, local tips, and wildlife spotting. Kids can meet the captain and even drive the boat! You might spot a dolphin, too. Capture photos of spectacular skylines and sparkling canals as you leisurely cruise past iconic landmarks like Marina Mirage, Broadwater Parklands, and Sea World. A super fun way to explore the stunning Gold Coast!
Inclusions
Valid for one infant (0–4), one child (5–13), one concession (*valid ID required) or one adult (14+)
- Two-Hour Gold Coast River Cruise
- 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
- Available every day: Departures from 10.15am (see booking calendar)
- Departure Point: Appel Park, 10 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise 4217, Queensland
- 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
- Sunglasses
- Hat
- Sunscreen
Every day
Availablility:
- Available every day: Departures from 10.15am (see booking calendar)
- Bookings valid to 31 July 2025
- Departure Point: Appel Park, 10 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise 4217, Queensland. Check-in at Hopo Gold Coast Ferry Information Kiosk
- Please check-in at least 15 minutes prior to scheduled departure time. Late arrivals at boarding and no-shows voids offer
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
- Passengers with two hour sightseeing ticket must remain on the vessel for the duration of the two hour cruise
- 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
Cancellations:
- This experience is non-refundable and non-transferable
Changes to Booking:
- Changes to bookings cannot be accommodated
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
Hopo Ferry
Hopo is privately owned and locally operated by The Tour Collective. The Tour Collective is a premier marine ecotourism provider, offering world-class experiences from the Gold Coast and Brisbane. Serving over 180,000 guests annually, their modern fleet explores stunning natural environments, protected by their Advanced Ecotourism certification. Enjoy whale watching, snorkeling, jet boat rides, and calm water cruises with their award-winning, inclusive team.