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15 Boat Tours in Gold Coast to Plan a Day Around

26 tours  ·  ★★★★★★★★★★ 4.7 average  ·  from $14

Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast Jet Boat Ride: 55 Minutes - The 55-Minute Show: Spins, Power Slides, and Big Water Energy
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Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast Jet Boat Ride: 55 Minutes

1.Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast Jet Boat Ride: 55 Minutes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,499 reviews · from $42Our pick

Surfers Paradise Jet Boat Extreme is a 55-minute Broadwater jet boat ride with spins, splashes, included life jackets, and lockers.

“Seeing the sights from a different side and having fun while doing it from the flash houses to flash boats, we are from out west so we don't get to see much like that a lot,Hamish was a good fella to”

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Moreton Island: Dolphin & Tangalooma Wrecks Snorkel Cruise - The Spirit of Mulgumpin catamaran ride you will actually enjoy
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Moreton Island: Dolphin & Tangalooma Wrecks Snorkel Cruise

2.Moreton Island: Dolphin & Tangalooma Wrecks Snorkel Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,039 reviews · 1 day · from $152

Snorkel Tangalooma wrecks, spot dolphins and turtles on Moreton Island, then relax with buffet lunch and beach time on a catamaran.

“An absolutely amazing day seeing all sorts of sizes and colours of fishes whilst snorkelling through the great wreckage, there are amazing corals and starfishes too! Spend time on the beautiful clear waters beaches doing SUP and walking along the shore! We saw dolphins, turtles, too. Thanks for the great day out! Amazing foods and most importantly the Captain and crew really do look after each of us on the trip! Thank you guys!”

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Surfers Paradise: Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise - Getting On Board at Surfers Paradise River Cruises (What to Expect)
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Surfers Paradise: Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

3.Surfers Paradise: Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 482 reviews · 1h 30m · from $31

A 90-minute Surfers Paradise sunset river cruise through Gold Coast canals, million-dollar homes, wildlife, and included cheese snacks plus a bar.

“Hi! We had a group of 8 come aboard the Sunset River Cruise vessel. Our entire group all agree that this was the most relaxing, hospitable and magical activity and are thrilled that we chose to book! The Captain was the first to greet us at the top of the ramp onboarding, with a lovely smile. Thanks for everything, Capt’n!! We’ll be back!”

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Gold Coast: 55-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride - The boat itself: padded, purpose-built, and built for speed
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Gold Coast: 55-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride

Surfers Paradise: Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise - Spirit of Elston, top deck vs. lower deck, and the real photo time
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Surfers Paradise: Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise

Surfers Paradise: 2-Hour Gold Coast Sightseeing Cruise - Meeting at the HOPO Ferry Kiosk in Appel Park
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Surfers Paradise: 2-Hour Gold Coast Sightseeing Cruise

Gold Coast Whale Watching Cruise - What the cruise day looks like, step by step
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Gold Coast Whale Watching Cruise

7.Gold Coast Whale Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 342 reviews · from $63

Gold Coast whale watching with Kokomo Cruises: fast 360-degree boat, limited seats, expert commentary, humpback sightings and whale-highway vibes.

“This was a great trip. Some amazing viewings of whales, great commentary from the guide and nice small group so it felt more personal. Would thoroughly recommend.”

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Surfers Paradise: Sightseeing Morning River and Canal Cruise - Enter Cavill Avenue from the water: your Surfers Paradise segment
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Surfers Paradise: Sightseeing Morning River and Canal Cruise

Gold Coast Jet Boat Adventure – 1-Hour Thrill Ride - The Real Deal Behind the Spins: Speed With Control
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Gold Coast Jet Boat Adventure – 1-Hour Thrill Ride

Gold Coast: 360-Degree High-Speed Jet Boat Adventure - Key things that make this jet boat stand out
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Gold Coast: 360-Degree High-Speed Jet Boat Adventure

Surfers Paradise: Sightseeing Midday River and Canal Cruise - Getting to Cavill Ave, boarding, and finding the jetty
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Surfers Paradise: Sightseeing Midday River and Canal Cruise

Gold Coast 2 hour Sunset Sailing Cruise with Drinks&Tasting Plate - Price and value: what you’re really paying for at $121.21
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Gold Coast 2 hour Sunset Sailing Cruise with Drinks&Tasting Plate

13.Gold Coast 2 hour Sunset Sailing Cruise with Drinks&Tasting Plate

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 143 reviews · from $121

2-hour Gold Coast sunset sailing on a 38ft yacht for up to 10 guests with drinks, snacks, and chances to spot dolphins and turtles.

“Had an amazing experience sailing this afternoon for my partner's birthday! We would both absolutely do this again. Saw a beautiful sunset and it was the perfect way to spend the afternoon. Thank you both for your time and effort, and Wilson the puppy for your cute little company 😁”

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Gold Coast: Jet Boat Ride and Scenic Helicopter Tour - Gear check: staying dry-ish on the jet boat
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Gold Coast: Jet Boat Ride and Scenic Helicopter Tour

Gold Coast Sunset Cruise with sparkling wine & nibbles platter - The 15-minute marina wander before you sail
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Gold Coast Sunset Cruise with sparkling wine & nibbles platter

15.Gold Coast Sunset Cruise with sparkling wine & nibbles platter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · from $85

Gold Coast sunset cruise on a small luxury sailboat with sparkling wine, nibbles, and big Broadwater views plus captain stories.

“Absolutely loved every part of this experience. There were four of us who went and it had to be one of our top highlights of our trip to Australia. They were so accommodating and kind throughout the whole boat ride. We sat in the front and thRead more”

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