Top Brisbane Cruises & Sailing

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.

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.

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.

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.

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$50pp is to be paid in cash to your driver prior to departure to cover national park and ferry fees during this tour.

Getting from the airport to your hotel can be very stressful. Avoid the hassle altogether and prebook this Brisbane arrival transfer shuttle from Brisbane Airport. You’ll ride comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle from the airport to your hotel in the Brisbane or Gold Coast area. You’ll be able to bring one suitcase and one carry-on bag with you, too.

Take your adventurous spirit to new heights on a Brisbane Story Bridge Adventure day or night climb. After a safety briefing, follow an experienced climbing guide from the central platform to the summit, then cross the width of the Story Bridge. Hear audio commentary about Brisbane's surroundings and enjoy panoramic views of the Brisbane River, Moreton Bay, the Glass House Mountains, distant Mt. Coot-tha, and Lamington National Park. Bonus: one complimentary group photo of your climb!

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.

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.

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.

Discover the natural and cultural attractions of Australia’s Gold Coast on this packed full-day tour departing from either Brisbane or the Gold Coast. Browse through the Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, Learn how to catch a crab and enjoy a seafood lunch, visit Burleigh Heads, a world renowned for its spectacular surfing conditions and drive through the Gold Coast Region to Varsity Lake, Robin and Advance Town. Enjoy the diverse experiences of the Gold Coast all in one day.

Taste award-winning liqueurs, spirits, and wine on this tour of the Mt. Tamborine area, which also includes a gourmet lunch. Taste the bounty of the Great Brisbane region, including locally produced cheese from Witches Chase Cheese Factory, spirits from Tamborine Mountain Distillery, and vintages from multiple wineries. All tastings, snacks, and beverages provided means a seamless, belly-filling experience.

Spot one of the most incredible creatures of the ocean on this whale watching cruise off Moreton Island. Your vessel is Australia’s largest purpose-built whale-watching boat, and it’s a comfortable base from which to watch these enormous creatures in their natural habitat. Have lunch on board, before enjoying a stop at Tangalooma Island Resort for some beach time.

We take smaller groups, so no big buses or noisy passengers, explore at your own place. Relax and enjoy the passing countryside take some pretty photos of our gorgeous hinterland.Hang out with a local who will go over and above for you! Don’t just be a number! Meet the locals, spend the day out in the sun and explore real nature with bums on seats. See Kangaroos, Bush Turkeys, Alpacas, Cows, Sheep and Chickens. We will go see the natural arch waterfall, cedar creek glowworm cave, have lunch at the cedar creek restaurant and visit the tamborine skywalk attraction. Its a great day out for your family and leave the driving to us! This tour is a fantastic day out for all ages!

Benefit from a small-group tour as you discover the wines, food, and natural beauty of Mount Tamborine on this full-day tour from Brisbane. Visit five wineries for guided tastings of 6-10 wines at each stop, sample the cheeses at Witches Chase Cheese, and enjoy a 2-course winery lunch. Try tastings of fudge, macadamias, and distillery drinks, and have time for shopping at the Gallery Walk.

Let “Bums On Seats Wine Tasting Tours” take you exploring the well-kept secrets of the spectacular vistas en-route the wine trail to Tamborine, often witnessing hang-gliders and paragliders as we venture between wineries. Let us personalise your tour, you will have a friendly driver and we take small groups only. You will be sampling the very best of Queensland award winning boutique wines, cheese, fudge and nuts.

Spend a spectacular day on the water by going on a dolphin and whale watching trip. Take the chance out of spotting marine life by traveling with experts to places where dolphins and whales have been spotted before. You won’t have to bring snacks with you as a delicious lunch is provided on board. As well as spotting marine life, another perk is getting a day pass to Tangalooma Island Resort. You’ll be able to relax and enjoy the resort facilities, such as restaurants, bars, and pools.

Sail to picturesque Moreton Island, a renowned location for spotting dolphins, turtles, and dugong that’s situated a little over an hour away from Brisbane. This all-day eco-cruise features a buffet lunch, along with beach time and a guided snorkel tour (equipment provided) at the Tangalooma Wrecks, a cluster of ships that are surrounded by coral.

Animal lovers—this one’s for you. Enjoy a hassle-free day with hotel pickup, drop-off, and transfers included. If you’re traveling with littles ones, they’ll stay entertained on the journey as you’ll watch videos on board. Avoid long visitor lines with entrance tickets provided. Highlights include live wildlife shows, and seeing tigers, giraffes, rhinos, crocodiles, Tasmanian Devils, Kangaroos, and one of the world’s largest animal hospitals.

Explore Tamborine Mountain’s food, wine, and high-end boutiques on this luxurious outing. After a convenient hotel pickup, admire picturesque views of the Gold Coast, wander Tamborine Mountain’s shopping district, enjoy a delicious lunch—it’s included in the tour price—and choose four complimentary activities ranging from a winery visit to a rainforest walk.

Experience the exquisite wine of Mount Tamborine on this all-day guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, catch picturesque views of the valley and mountain as you travel from the Gold Coast. Get an inside view of the region from your guide while stopping at a distillery and several wineries, enjoying multiple tastings at each. Then, indulge in a delicious two-course lunch, cheese and fudge tasting (also included).

Get around Brisbane, Australia’s third-largest city, in style and comfort on this full-day tour. Traveling in a comfortable Mercedes Benz vehicle, you’ll have opportunities to get up-close and personal with some of Australia’s unique wildlife. Included is a 2-course lunch at Mt Coot-tha, Brisbane’s highest point, and a visit to Southbank Parklands - where you can ride the nearly 200-foot (60m) tall Wheel of Brisbane.

Set sail aboard a yacht and head to Moreton Bay. This immersive sailing experience allows you to participate with the crew. After reaching the bay, you’ll have a chance to swim, snorkel, and explore the islands. This luxury yacht offers the convenience, space, and comfort of a motor yacht, with the tranquility of a sailing yacht. This fully customizable charter allows you to choose your departure and return times.

See more of the Gold Coast’s natural wonders in less of the time on this small-group tour. Traveling in a Mercedes-Benz vehicle with a group no larger than 12, discover the rainforest of Springbrook National Park, including Purling Brook Falls and the Natural Bridge. After lunch overlooking Currumbin Beach, inhale views from Elephant Rock and the SkyPoint Observation Deck. Your driver/guide will accompany you from your door to your door.