Tweed Heads West, Gold Coast, Tweed Heads · Food tours

Gold Coast Catch a Crab Experience

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Experience a hands-on adventure on the Gold Coast along the Tweed River, where participants can try catching live mud crabs straight from the water. All equipment is provided, and a knowledgeable crew guides the activity, showing how to trap the crabs, haul them in, and select the best specimens. Visitors can also feed wild pelicans from the boat and try pumping for yabbies, small crustaceans hidden in the mud that require special techniques to catch. This interactive experience combines fun, learning, and connection with nature, offering an unforgettable day of river exploration, wildlife encounters, and engaging activities for families and friends alike

Inclusions
Package: 150-Minute Experience

What’s included

  • Trapping live crabs (with all equipment necessary)
  • Fishing on the mighty Tweed River
  • Hand feeding the friendly wild pelicans
  • Pumping for yabbies (dependent on the tide and weather)
  • Viewing the Tweed area’s working oyster farms (with tour commentary)

Not included

  • Transport

  • Meals and beverages

  • Other personal expenses

Package: 210-Minute Experience with Seafood Plate Lunch

What’s included

  • Trapping live crabs (with all equipment necessary)
  • Fishing on the mighty Tweed River
  • Hand feeding the friendly wild pelicans
  • Pumping for yabbies (dependent on the tide and weather)
  • Viewing the Tweed area’s working oyster farms (with tour commentary)
  • Seafood platter lunch

Not included

  • Transport

  • Meals and beverages

  • Other personal expenses

Package: 210-Minute Experience with Fish & Chip Lunch

What’s included

  • Trapping live crabs (with all equipment necessary)
  • Fishing on the mighty Tweed River
  • Hand feeding the friendly wild pelicans
  • Pumping for yabbies (dependent on the tide and weather)
  • Viewing the Tweed area’s working oyster farms (with tour commentary)
  • Fish & Chips Lunch

Not included

  • Transport

  • Meals and beverages

  • Other personal expenses

Overview
Duration: From 3 hours to 4 hours
Digital voucher accepted
FromNZ$107/Person
Includes taxes & fees
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