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Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises
4.9(310)Surfers Paradise1h 31min
VIATOR4.9(20)TRIPADVISOR4.9(290)
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At a glance
Duration
1h 31min
Price from
$28 / person
Location
Surfers Paradise
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 310 reviews
Languages
EN, EN, EN
Group
Small group, up to 50
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Surfers Paradise River Cruises
Meeting point
Departure pointMoorings Jetty, Cavill AvenueAddressMoorings Jetty63 Cavill Ave, Surfers ParadiseDirectionsPlease check in at our booking office - 63 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise (River end next to the Tiki Statue) half an hour prior to departure time.DatesDaily
Description
Enjoy a 1.5-hour cruise on the Surfers Paradise Canals and Gold Coast Waterways. Cruises departing daily; morning, Midday, afternoon, sunset and city lights cruises. Departing daily from Surfers Paradise and cruising the magnificent Gold Coast waterways and Surfers Paradise canals.
You will enjoy morning tea or snacks onboard, depending on cruise selected. Sit back and relax whilst taking in the spectacular sights the Gold Coast and Surfers Paradise has to offer. We have a two level boat with great views from the top deck. There is also a fully licenced bar onboard.
Choose between covered indoor seating downstairs or unwind on the sundeck and take in the stunning waterfront views while enjoying engaging commentary about the rich history and beauty of the Gold Coast and Surfers Paradise. Enjoy the local wildlife and dolphin's spotting at you on the cruises.
If you’re a visitor or a local, this cruise is the perfect way to relax and explore the from a new perspective.
Tour Options
Morning Cruise
Cruise
Afternoon cruise
Afternoon Cruise
Itinerary
Surfers Paradise River Cruises
30 min
Sit back relax & enjoy the magnificent views as you cruise past homes of the rich & famous with a fun facts commentary as you cruise. We also see our local wildlife including dolphins and sea eagles. Ice cold beer, wine, soft drink or fabulous cocktail from our fully licenced bar. Capture that breathtaking photo from our great sundeck & be sure to keep a watch out for the playful pod of dolphins that call the river home. This will be an experience to remember.
Gold Coast
30 min
We cruise through the Gold Coast Broadwater witnessing more local wildlife such as local sea birds, dolphins and more. We also cruise past the Southport Yacht club, Marina Mirage and Seaworld.
Surfers Paradise
30 min
Surfers Paradise canals, homes of the rich and famous. Local wildlife, local schools that are over 100yrs old. Surfers Paradise skyline, million dollar house and beautiful boats.
What's included
Included
Two toilets onboard.
Friendly guides to answer any questions
Cheese and crackers(Afternoon and city lights only).
1.5-hour sightseeing cruise
Antipasto platters, cheese and crackers with cold meats and olives (Sunset cruise only)
Commantary onboard.
Cakes, biscuits with tea and coffee (Morning cruise only)
Not included
Drinks (available to purchase)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
310 reviews
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Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises take?
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises lasts about 1h 31min. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises cost?
Prices start at $28 per person for this Surfers Paradise experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Departure point: Moorings Jetty, Cavill Avenue. Address: Moorings Jetty. 63 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise. Directions: Please check in at our booking office - 63 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise (River end next to the Tiki Statue) half an hour prior to departure time. Dates: Daily. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises offered in?
The experience is available in EN, EN, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 50 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Children must be accompanied by an adult
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 310 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Surfers Paradise River Cruises.
Reviews(310)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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paul2009
September 19, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Rollin on the River
Nice morning cruise with near perfect weather for seeing the waterways, impressive houses and new developments. Friendly hosts with morning tea, cakes included and "happy hour" cocktails available for any "it's 5 o'clock somewhere"s". Chilled soundtrack alongside interesting commentaries from the Captain & "First Mate". Well worth the ticket price (check the discount codes for best available) and 1.5 hrs well-spent. Good stable boat (ship!) comfortable viewing up top. A family business and it shows through in the best possible way. Recommended!
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275gaelb
August 25, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Relaxing tour
A lovely way to spend a sunny afo cruising some canals and seeing how the rich live. Though didnt see many people around. Then went over to the seaworld area to check out some flash boats. Cheese and crackers a nice touch. Drinks available.
Very witty captain Pete kept us entertained 😆
Operator response
Hi Gael, thank you so much for the lovely review! We appreciate that you could spend your afternoon with us and we're thrilled that you enjoyed our witty captain Pete's humour-we will pass along your kind words to him. It is nice to hear that you enjoyed the views,snacks and drinks a long the way. Thank you for joining us and we hope to see you again soon. Kind regards, Surfers Paradise River Cruises.
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GrandTour648034
August 21, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Highly recommend
We did the morning tea cruise and it was fabulous 👌
Great commentary, easy to hear and understand
Lots of interesting facts
Beautiful morning for cruising the canals
Great morning tea
Excellent value
Operator response
Hello, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this review. We are so thrilled you enjoyed your morning cruise and we hope to see you again, on your next Gold Coast holiday!
Kind regards,
Surfers Paradise River Cruises
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Enj0yers
August 19, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Eye-Opening. Relaxed. Must Do.
Went on the Twilight Cruise around the canals and out to the marina. Had a really relaxing and enjoyable time. The weather was pleasant and a little bit fresh but perfect for an outside river cruise. The vessel was reasonably basic but certainly very comfortable and just the thing for this experience. Certainly don't want a whale watch catamaran style vessel for this. The crew was welcoming and helpful. Food and drink was appropriate for this experience. We sat on the top deck and had a lovely 'glass' of bubbly delivered. You can sit inside. The commentary was delivered by the captain and was clear, engaging and interesting. No pre-recorded loop.
We enjoyed it and others on the cruise appeared to do likewise.
It would have been nice to have come back a different way but that may not have been possible.
Operator response
Hello, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this review and feedback. We are so glad our captain and crew made it an enjoyable experience for you all. While sometimes we are able to take an alternative route on the way back, it is entirely dependent on the tides. Some days, when we get lucky, the tides are low enough for the boat to fit under more bridges in the area. On these days, we are able to take a slightly varied route home- but this doesn't happen the majority of the time unfortunately. Aside from this, we are so happy that you enjoyed your cruise. We hope to see you again on your next holiday!
Kind regards,
Surfers Paradise River Cruises
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rmgnvs
August 18, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Surfers Paradise River cruise
Enjoyable cruise, light refeshments
Operator response
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're glad you had enjoyed your cruise and the light refreshments on board. Thank you for joining us and we hope to see you in the future. Kind regards, Surfers Paradise River Cruises.
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lorellap275
August 17, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Ten out of ten!
Great experience. We got lucky the weather was stunning and so the views around. We had a wonderful morning cruise with the crew, very helpful and kind. Complimentary nibbles available too. Totally worth it.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We're delighted to hear that you had a great experience and thank you for spending your morning with our team and crew. We will pass along your kind words to them. Take care and we hope to see you again soon. Kind regards, Surfers Paradise River Cruises.
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Connector66461881353
August 17, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
I would go again!
I cannot recommend this Sightseeing River Cruise enough! The team were helpful and accommodating from start to finish. I organised it from abroad for a special birthday with family and friends and they were super friendly, super kind and it was a great experience all round. The captain even let the kids have a go on the wheel!
Operator response
Thank you so much for this incredible 5-star review! We are absolutely thrilled that we could help celebrate such a special birthday with you, your family and friends. Organising an event from abroad can be daunting, so we're glad our team could make the process smooth for you. It is fantastic to hear that the kids had a blast behind the wheel. Thank you for the high recommendation, and we hope to welcome you all back next time you are visiting the Gold Coast. Kind regards, Surfers Paradise River Cruises.
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Leigh_W
August 8, 2026 · via Viator
River cruise
We went on the cruise yesterday. The day was gorgeous. The running commentary from the captain and his assistant was excellent and funny. We would recommend this to anyone wanting to do this trip.
Operator response
Hi Leigh, thank you so much for your lovely review! We're thrilled that our captain and hostess were able to entertain you during your cruise. We will pass along your kind words to them. Thank you for the recommendation and we hope to see you again soon. Kind regards, Surfers Paradise River Cruises.
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Satinderpal_K
August 2, 2026 · via Viator
It was a great...
It was a great experience, me and my partner enjoyed a lot . It was knowledgeable as well as enjoyable.
Operator response
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review! We're happy to hear that you both had an enjoyable experience onboard your cruise with us. We hope to see you again soon. Kind regards, Surfers Paradise River Cruises.
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jenanij2026
July 31, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great family outing and very informative cruise
Morning Cruise with Morning Tea-
The cruise was great family outing.
The captain made was great to talk to and very willing to chat about the sights. The cruise was friendly and very informative.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We appreciate having you and your family spend your morning with us. Glad to hear that you enjoyed our captain's local insights. We hope to see you next time you visit the Gold Coast. Kind regards, Surfers Paradise River Cruises
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