This is not a comprehensive list of Australian cruises and ferry services, but those we have encountered and used.
Explore the Great Barrier Reef and a lush island rain forest on this full-day catamaran tour to Green Island from Cairns. Create your own perfect day on this protected coral cay with a variety of activities including snorkeling, scuba diving, seawalking, nature walks/ Choice of tours: glass-bottom boat; buffet lunch on board the catamaran; ride in a semi-submarine; travel to and from Green Island.
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Explore the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns. Sightsee, or snorkel, swim, or scuba dive with expert guides at exclusive locations on one of the most famous coral reefs in the world. You can choose between different options for this experience based on your snorkeling or diving levels. While out on the water, keep an eye out for wildlife, including fish, rays, and turtles.
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Choose from a range of river and offshore cruises out of Port Doublas. Destinations include Mosman Gorge, Low Isles, Agincourt Reef, Outer Great Barrier Reef Dive, Ocean Walker Helmet Dive and Snorkel Cruises, Semi Submersible Boat Tour.
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Discover the highlights of the Whitsunday Islands including Hill Inlet, Tongue Point, Whitehaven Beach, and Solway Circuit on one of many tours on offer, to suit any budget or rquirement. Hop on a boat and enjoy the scenic ride out to the Whitsundays; jump ashore and enjoy guided walks out to viewpoints and time to relax and swim on the beautiful Whitehaven Beach; dive the Gt Barrier Reef.
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Lady Musgrave Island is a 14 hectares coral cay on Australia's Great Barrier Reef, with a 1,192 hectares surrounding reef. The island is the second southernmost island in the Great Barrier Reef chain of islands. Select from a broad range of Lady Musgrave Experience activities. Tours depart from Bundaberg or the town of 1770.
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Lady Elliot Island is the southernmost coral cay of the Great Barrier Reef. The island lies 46 nautical miles north-east of Bundaberg, just to the north of Fraser Island, and covers an area of approximately 45 hectares.
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Explore the beaches, bays and National parks of Magnetic Island with either round-trip transport by catamaran from Townsville or a cruise in the waters around the island. Spend as long as you want swimming and snorkelling in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park; hiking through the parklands; or partying at the island resorts.
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Named K’Gari (paradise) by the local Aborigines, Fraser Island features more than 100 freshwater lakes, extensive rain forests, and giant sand dunes. Explore the island via rainforest walks at Pile Valley, Central Station, Wanggoolba Creek, and the Hammerstone Sandblow, and enjoy swimming opportunities at Eli Creek, Lake McKenzie, the Champagne Pools, and Lake Wabby. A choice of tours and experiences available.
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Spot humpback whales swimming and playing in their natural environment on this half-day Hervey Bay catamaran cruise. Observe the majestic sea creatures using the boat’s underwater viewing windows or listen to the whales sing using the onboard hydrophones. Learn all about the gentle giants from your expert guide, then tuck into morning or afternoon tea as you watch the whales from the deck.
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If any area of Australia could lay claim to the title of the premier holiday destination in the country, it would have to be the Gold Coast in South-East Queensland. For all its over commercialisation, the golden surf beaches along its 52 km length are among Australia's best, the choice of beachfront accommodation, shopping and dining options is almost limitless, and it is home to Australia's best theme parks all of which are within a short driving distance of each other. The subtropical climate is ideal for taking advantage of the myriad leisure activities all year round.
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This vehicular and passenger ferry connects North Stradbroke Islands with suburban Brisbane. SeaLink North Stradbroke Island is located at 12 Emmett Drive, Cleveland (Toondah Harbour). In the protected channels and waterways of Moreton Bay surrounding the Bay Islands, dolphins, turtles, and dugongs can often be seen in the pristine waters.
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The tranquil islands of Lamb, Karragarra, Macleay and Russell lie in the protected waters of Southern Moreton Bay, only one hour from Brisbane. Ferries depart from 1 Weinam Street, Redland Bay regularly 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Ferries depart from 1 Weinam Street, Redland Bay regularly 7 days a week, 365 days a year. The travelling time from Redland Bay to Macleay Island is approximately 40 minutes or 60 minutes to Russell Island.
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The Micat operates on a demand-based timetable, so during busy periods they can run up to 5 times per day. As the Micat takes approximately 90 minutes to reach Moreton Island, the turnaround time is approximately four hours (including loading), so make sure you get in quick to get the best departure time from Brisbane and Moreton.
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Passenger ferry services depart from Holt Street Wharf in Pinkenba, Brisbane and arrive at the Tangalooma Jetty on Moreton Island. Travelling time is just 75 minutes each way, with 4 boat services operating daily in each direction (Brisbane to Tangalooma). Please note this is a passenger ferry only, not a vehicle barge. Single day cruise options available for none house guests.
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Enjoy a day out on the water in season and watch these friendly, intelligent mammals frolic in the ocean. These acrobats of the ocean pass by Moreton Island and often with their newborn calves, creating a memorable visual display. Experienced whale watch crew will provide informative and educational commentary. Beach Day Cruise, Classic Day Cruise, Dolphin Viewing Day Cruise and Dolphin Feeding Day Cruise also available.
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Coochiemudlo Island is a small island in the southern part of Moreton Bay, near Brisbane. There are many types of wildlife on the island, with its birdlife including sea eagles, brahmany kites, magpies, rosellas, butcher birds, pheasant coucals and a colony of stone curlews which are counted each year. The island is serviced by the passenger ferry, Amity Trader, traveling between Coochiemudlo Island and Victoria Point. A vehicular barge also operates regular services to and from the island.
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In many ways, Queensland's most historic island is Australia's version of Alcatraz. For more than 60 years St Helena Island was home to hundred's of society's outcasts, for here stood colonial Queensland's foremost maximum security prison for men. This beautiful National Park, located four kilometres from the mouth of the Brisbane River, is rich in history and has a fascinating and colourful past.
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Experience Bribie Island and its surrounds on a quintessential scenic boat tour of the Pumicestone Passage. Captain's Luch Cruise, Morning Tea Cruise, Sunset Cruise, Eco Adventure Tours also available.
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A great way to experience the true beauty of Brisbane is to get to know the Brisbane River. As a defining part of our "River City", the Brisbane River links together our inner-city precincts and is the backdrop for a whole range of outdoor adventures, activities, major attractions and dining options.
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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.
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Join the historic ferry and discover the beautiful Sandy Straits and its surroundings. Enjoy magnificent scenery in a 90-minute Sunset Cruise or a One-stop round trip between Norman Point and Carlo Point for lunch or dinner at Quay Carlo. A one-hour cruise includes lunch at the Tin Can Bay Yacht Club. Wild dolphin feeding at Tin Can Bay occurs most days.
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Join the only tour boat permitted in the Cape Tribulation Section of Daintree National Park on a mangrove discovery tour in search of the esturine crocodile. Wind your way from Cooper Creek’s Coral Sea mouth towards the panorama of Queensland’s third highest mountain, Thornton Peak, on a leisurely & informative cruise into this unique world of mangroves.
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Experience the Endeavour River at its most special time of day. Cruises explore the harbour in the long afternoon light and then head upstream to watch the sunset over the distant ranges. After dark, spotlights add a whole new perspective to the impenetrable walls of mangrove that line the river. Listen to some stories about Captain Cook’s infamous passage along the Cape, about devastating cyclones, about the glory days of pearling luggers and about the new Cooktown, gateway to the frontier.
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A cruise along Port Douglas provides a quintessential Australian experience, including the chance to spot crocodiles in their natural environment. Make yourself at home in this uniquely Australian habitat, spot some of the historic buildings along the Port Douglas shoreline and seize on the opportunity to meet an Australian croc in its real-life habitat.
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