Spend an idyllic morning on the water, taking in the best of the beautiful Gold Coast with Surfers Paradise River Cruises.

What people are saying

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  • emergencyBeautiful and relaxing way to spend a morning on the Gold Coast.
  • emergencyInformative and entertaining commentary from friendly staff.
  • emergencyDelicious cocktails and snacks available on board.
  • emergencyComfortable seating with options for both indoor and outdoor views.
  • emergencyGreat value for money, especially with discounts available.
  • emergencyPerfect for families, with engaging activities for kids.
  • emergencyFree sunscreen provided, ensuring a comfortable experience in the sun.
  • star_shineBring a hat and sunscreen for sun protection!.<br/>Consider booking in advance to secure your spot!.

Spend an idyllic morning on the water, taking in the best of the beautiful Gold Coast with Surfers Paradise River Cruises.

Highlights

  • Complimentary cakes, biscuits with tea/coffee
  • Fun Facts commentary
  • Cruise the Gold Coast canals and broadwater

Take time out with Surfers Paradise River Cruises, breathe in the fresh sea air and view the impressive landmarks of the coast. Cruise the Nerang River past Chevron Island, Cronin Island and Paradise Waters, then out to the Broadwater past Southport Yacht Club, Mariners Cove, Marina Mirage, Palazzo Versace and Sea World.

See the waterways, canals & broadwater, million dollar homes of the rich and famous, luxury yachts and majestic wildlife of the ocean from the sundeck or covered indoor seating.

All while enjoying a complimentary morning tea and fun facts commentary!

Location: Departs 63 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise (River End). Next to Tiki statue.

Adult $39.00
Child $29.00 (Aged 3-14 years)
Senior $29.00 (Senior)
Family (2Ad+2Ch) $119.00 (Family (2Ad+2Ch))
Infant $0.00 (Infant 0-2 years)

What's included

  • Morning River cruise with commentary

Duration

  • Allow approximately 90 minutes for the whole experience

Location

  • We Depart from:
  • Moorings Jetty
  • River End 63 Cavill Ave
  • Surfers Paradise

Notes

  • Child Age 3-14 years..

Available Bookings from17 Jul to 30 Jul 2026

All prices are shown inAUD ($)

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  • Adult$18.00
  • Child$10.00
  • Senior$10.00
  • Family (2Ad+2Ch)$20.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

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  • Family (2Ad+2Ch)$35.00
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  • Senior$18.00
  • Family (2Ad+2Ch)$35.00
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  • Adult$18.00
  • Child$18.00
  • Senior$18.00
  • Family (2Ad+2Ch)$35.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$18.00
  • Child$18.00
  • Senior$18.00
  • Family (2Ad+2Ch)$35.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$18.00
  • Child$18.00
  • Senior$18.00
  • Family (2Ad+2Ch)$35.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$18.00
  • Child$18.00
  • Senior$18.00
  • Family (2Ad+2Ch)$35.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$31.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$29.00
  • Senior$29.00
  • Family (2Ad+2Ch)$119.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$35.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$29.00
  • Senior$29.00
  • Family (2Ad+2Ch)$119.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$35.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$29.00
  • Senior$29.00
  • Family (2Ad+2Ch)$119.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$35.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$29.00
  • Senior$29.00
  • Family (2Ad+2Ch)$119.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$35.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$29.00
  • Senior$29.00
  • Family (2Ad+2Ch)$119.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$31.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$29.00
  • Senior$29.00
  • Family (2Ad+2Ch)$119.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$35.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$29.00
  • Senior$29.00
  • Family (2Ad+2Ch)$119.00
  • Infant Free of Charge
Worth doing Beautiful Morning on the River Surfers Paradise  Morning Cruise. Amazing boat cruise Friendly crew, well run.
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Authenticated Reviews

Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience.

Authenticated Reviews

Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience, summarised with AI support

  • emergencyBeautiful and relaxing way to spend a morning on the Gold Coast.
  • emergencyInformative and entertaining commentary from friendly staff.
  • emergencyDelicious cocktails and snacks available on board.
  • emergencyComfortable seating with options for both indoor and outdoor views.
  • emergencyGreat value for money, especially with discounts available.
  • emergencyPerfect for families, with engaging activities for kids.
  • emergencyFree sunscreen provided, ensuring a comfortable experience in the sun.
  • star_shineBring a hat and sunscreen for sun protection!.
    Consider booking in advance to secure your spot!.

4.9

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agiyuvin from New Zealand wrote on 17 July 2026

A must do while at Gold Coast

Nice and easy booking and boarding. Team were super friendly, loved all the commentary and the local insights. We travelled with our two kids and they loved it too. Views and overall experience was fantastic!

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Vicki Nicholls from New Zealand wrote on 16 July 2026

Fantastic

This river cruise was great, thank you

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Colleen from Australia wrote on 13 July 2026

You will not regret this one

Such a wonderful, relaxing experience. The crew were super friendly and very funny too! Highly recommend.

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From Morning River Cruise - Surfers Paradise

Hi Colleen, thank you so much for the 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear you had such wonderful,relaxing experience out on the water with us. We're glad our friendly crew kept you entertained. Thank you for the high recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back on board again soon. Kind regards, Surfers Paradise River Cruises.

michellem22 from New Zealand wrote on 12 July 2026

Morning Cruise

A lovely way to spend the morning. Pete and the team were personable and friendly. Enjoyed the views and the commentary!

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From Morning River Cruise - Surfers Paradise

Hi Michelle, thank you for sharing your experience! We are so happy you enjoyed a lovely morning out on the water with us. Pete and the team will be thrilled to know about their friendly service and local knowledge were able to add to your experience. We will pass your kind words along to them. Thank you for visiting us, and we hope to welcome you back on board again soon. Kind regards, Surfers Paradise River Cruises.

Jaimee Taylor from New Zealand wrote on 12 July 2026

Great value for money

Great value for money and family. Lovely cruise with delish cocktails

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From Morning River Cruise - Surfers Paradise

Hi Jaimee, thank you so much for your perfect rating and review! We are thrilled to hear that you found the cruise to be of great value. We're glad you enjoyed the ambience and our cocktails. We appreciate your support and we hope to see you again soon. Kind regards, Surfers Paradise River Cruises.

Our partners

  • BNZ
  • Air NZ
  • One NZ
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10:00 a.m.Thursday 13 July

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Adult

Child Aged 3-14 years

Senior Senior

Family (2Ad+2Ch) Family (2Ad+2Ch)

Infant * Infant 0-2 years

*This option must be made together with another price type.
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