Top Brisbane On the Water

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.

Discover the Brisbane River either by day or night on a 90-minute kayak tour. Enjoy a water perspective on the Story Bridge or the South Bank Parklands after learning the basics of paddling from your expert guide. If you choose the night tour, you’ll hop into illuminated kayaks and enjoy the multicolored displays on the Story Bridge or glide past the evening lights of South Bank. This kayak tour is suitable for all levels of experience and provides a fantastic look at the city’s vital waterway.

Swap the crowds of the busy city center for a peaceful day sightseeing from a river cruise. You’ll sail along Brisbane River with live commentary to entertain you and make sure you don’t miss any highlights. Save time and get access to multiple incredible photo opportunities on one tour. You’ll see Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Story Bridge, and Brisbane City Center. Conveniently, the boat also has a coffee shop/bar if you’d like to purchase a drink.

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 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.

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$80 per adult and AU$60 per child is to be paid in cash to your driver prior to departure to cover national park and ferry fees during this tour.

In Queensland, XXXX means beer, but how did this iconic brew get its name? Find out on a fun and fascinating guided tour of the XXXX Brewery. Walkthrough the heart of the production area, check out how the brews are created, observe the brewing process up close, then pour the perfect pint after learning from the pros. Includes tastings of XXXX Brewery’s delicious beers and a voucher to the souvenir store.

This tour is ideal for travelers who want to see a lot of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland in one day. Get out of the city and travel with a small-group to see a ton of highlights including iconic beaches, markets and artisan villages.

Tackle the waves during a morning surf lesson at Broadbeach on the Gold Coast. First, receive a safety briefing and basic instruction on the sand before heading into the water. You'll be provided with a long-sleeve rash shirt or a wetsuit (depending on the season) and a soft beginner surfboard. You’ll be able to continue practicing your technique on your own after catching some initial waves.

Experience an adventurous day exploring Morten Island with this full-day activity pass including return ferry transfers from Brisbane’s Holt Street Wharf to Tangalooma Island Resort. Once you arrive, you can spend the day relaxing on the beach and enjoying all the resort facilities, go bush walking, or grab snorkel gear and a SUP or kayak and head out on a self-guided exploration of the Tangalooma Shipwrecks.

Explore the magic of Moreton Island your way on this full-day resort and activity tour, where you can tailor your island adventuring to suit you. Start your day off with a scenic ferry ride from Brisbane to Tangalooma Island Resort, where you can relax and enjoy all the facilities before taking your pick of activities on offer, including a shipwreck and fish-feeding cruise, a guided snorkel tour, SUP hire, and a beach Segway adventure.

Come discover what Brisbane has to offer on a unique Brisbane City Twilight Kayak Experience. Enjoy a relaxing 90 minute illuminated kayak journey on the iconic Brisbane River with your friends or family. Take in the sensational city and river views as the sun sets, gliding under Brisbane's inner city bridges and cutting through the luminous reflections of the city on the water.

Make the most of your time in Brisbane with this half-day Jetski adventure with lunch included. Relax and take in the views as you cruise through Brisbane's waterfront, marvel at stunning views, savor a delicious meal, and feel the rush of riding a jetski on the Brisbane River. Plus, enjoy passing by the historic Story Bridge—an architectural gem of the city.

Discover the thrill of sailing on this luxurious half day Moreton Bay cruise departing from Raby Bay in Cleveland. Learn to sail on a large catamaran as you explore the pristine waters of the Moreton Bay Marine Park. Catering for couples, families, singles and groups, this Moreton Bay adventure guarantees a relaxing afternoon for all ages. Passengers can take to the helm and learn how to sail, enjoy a refreshing dip in the glistening waters or try their hand at stand-up paddle boarding, sunbathe on a sandy beach within a untouched national park island or relax with a glass of champagne on the front net as you glide across the bay. Antipasto boards and seasonal fruit platters are served as you cruise the tranquil waters. You may even be joined by dolphins, turtles, seabirds and dugongs that call this beautiful bay home.

Just under an hour north of Brisbane lies the Moreton Bay Marina Reserve’s Pumicestone Passage. This thrilling guided jet ski tour takes you from Sandstone Point through the sheltered passage, past stunning beaches and tree-dotted islands. Suitable for beginners and experienced jet skiers alike, this guided adventure provides the perfect balance of speed, fun, and exploration—along with take-home souvenir photos.

Come discover what Brisbane has to offer on a unique Brisbane City Twilight Kayak Tour. Enjoy a relaxing 90 minute illuminated kayak tour on the iconic Brisbane River with your friends or family. While on your kayak, take in the breathtaking city and river views as the sunsets. After you guided kayak, set up under one of our riverside marquees or picnic in the neighbouring parkland under the stars. Sip on a frozen margarita and a Mexican themed meal.

Jump in on the action with this beautiful trip to Jumpinpin. Cruise along the tropical coastline traced by skyscrapers, mangroves, and beaches towards the most beautiful sand bar to see both North Stradbroke and the Pacific Ocean. This is a unique experience where you will see local wildlife, enjoy the thrill of a powerful jetski, and stop at two of the Gold Coast's highest-rated destinations only accessible by boat or jetski. We will start the journey with a brief 20 to 30 minute safety briefing so you can be safe and confident on the water before heading out on the trip of a lifetime!

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.

Rent your own wheels while in Brisbane for a fun spin around the city that lets you set your own pace. Choose to rent a bike, rollerblades or scooter from the friendly staff at the Kangaroo Point shop. Get pointers on good bike paths and routes through town, whether you want to make a short 1.5-hour jaunt to nearby hot spots such as South Bank, the City Botanic Gardens or New Farm Park, or keep your wheels for a full day or longer in order to see more.

Whether you want to make scuba diving a new hobby, splash about in our kayaks & SUPs, snorkel the Tangalooma Shipwrecks, relax on the beach, go for a bush walk, we've got you covered!

Enjoy the adrenaline on this half day tour of the Pumicestone Passage Marine park on this jet ski adventure. Ride from Bribie Island to Caloundra, passing by the volcanic Glasshouse Mountains that erupted 25 million years ago. You’ll have super thrills on the Lighthouse Reach Hot Lap. Two can ride each jetski, so bring a buddy.

Feel the rush with this Buccaneer ride. Located at Sandstone Point, near Brisbane, jump on a jetski and discover an ocean adventure. Leave the Marina and drive along the coast of Little Goat Island before passing under Bribie Bridge and past Elimbah Creek. Admire the views and look for animals in their natural environment: eagles, turtles, dugongs and dolphins all call this area home.

Spend a fun day on the waters of the Brisbane River on this Jet Ski Safari. Your guide will sort you out with full safety briefing- no prior experience or license is required. You can cruise past the Botanical Garden, South Bank, millionaire properties, and check out the gorgeous Brisbane skyline. Jetskis can hold one or two persons, whatever you like.