RIVER & CANAL CRUISES
Reviewed, compared and ranked by the people aboard.
The 7 most popular gold coast cruises, compared side by side. What you see from the water, how long you are aboard, what it costs and which operator to book, so you can pick your boat in a couple of minutes.
A 90-minute Surfers Paradise sunset cruise through Gold Coast canals, with wildlife spotting, cheese snacks, and a licensed bar onboard.
Most Popular“Was really nice. The drinks were a reasonable price and I loved the mango cocktail was so yummy. My partner just stuck to bourbon and coke. Was a really nice time out wished to see dolphins but the view was still nice.”
A 90-minute Surfers Paradise canal cruise with morning tea, funny live commentary, and a real shot at seeing dolphins on the Gold Coast waterways.
“The cocktails were an awesome deal. Would have been nice to be offered the special earlier in the cruise and then I would of had 2😁”
Take an Aquaduck from Surfers Paradise onto the Broadwater for a 1-hour land-and-water ride, with kids steering and certificates.
“Really good experience. Not too long and not too short. Kids got to drive the bus/boat a bit. Despite the rain, it was very comfortable and enjoyable.”
Midday Surfers Paradise canal cruise: 1 hour of dolphin spotting, million-dollar homes, and live commentary, with drinks on board.
“We thoroughly enjoyed the interaction with crew members in giving us information about the history of Goldcoast while cruising around 😊”
Skippered private Gold Coast canal cruise on a quiet electric boat. See Main Beach to Isle of Capri and watch for dolphins.
“It's been a great discovery about goldcoast from a new perspective. We've sailed in goldcoast canals, and, the captain's commentary was perfect. The staff are kind, lovely people, especially the captain. I hoghly recommend this cruise.”
Gold Coast private skippered canal cruise in a water-limo for up to 12, custom route near Surfers Paradise, sunrise or sunset.
“This is our second year cruising and celebrating our Christmas lunch with our organisation’s volunteers. Another fabulous experience that everyone loved. So relaxing and peaceful. The skippers are fantastic and very accommodating. Thanks again Duffy’s, see you next year!”
Relax on a 1.5-hour 4pm cruise from Surfers Paradise, spotting dolphins and luxury yachts, with a licensed bar and cheese and crackers.
“Great tour, captain was funny and the scenery was awesome. Good drinks available too.”
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