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Experience The City Of Brisbane On A River Cruise

Brisbane River Cruises

Skipping a river cruise in Brisbane is like visiting New York and missing out on the Statue of Liberty – what a shame! A Brisbane River cruise is your ultimate gateway to seeing some of the city’s most legendary attractions from a whole new perspective. Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Story Bridge, South Bank, and the city centre are few of the famous landmarks usually seen from a river cruise.

When it comes to our selection of Brisbane River cruises, you can choose a serene morning cruise, a full day tour, a scenic cruise to a nearby island or a sightseeing cruise complete with a delightful lunch. You can also find premium sailing tours that give you an opportunity to swim off the boat, snorkel in world-famous sites and even encounter regional marine life.

Depending on the budget, time constraints or other factors like departure points, you can easily find a tour that fits your itinerary. There is even a river cruise that combines sightseeing and a visit to the legendary Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary – how cool is that?

Board a cruise to enjoy the best riverfront sights and appreciate the wonders of Brisbane like never before. Book a Brisbane river cruise today!

5Hr Brisbane Riverfire Cruise on Whale One

Celebrate Brisbane Festival’s kick off on board ‘Whale One’ with canapé dinner & live entertainment – watch Riverfire & Air Force aerial displays.

Duration 5hr

From $249 ~~$275~~

3.5Hr Brisbane River Cruise & Lunch Tour

Two Brisbane city signature activities in one package – cruise on Brisbane River for an hour, before enjoying a tasty lunch at Breakfast Creek Hotel.

Duration 3hr

From $89

5Hr Round-Trip Mirimar Cruise To Lone Pine Sanctuary - Entry Included

See the Brisbane waterfront, 130+ koalas, hand-feed a ‘roo, or check out a Platypus House with this river cruise & sanctuary visit combo. Ticket incl.

Duration 5hr

From $110 ~~$125~~

5Hr All-Inclusive Brisbane Riverfire Cruise

Exclusive cruise to watch the iconic ‘Riverfire’ fireworks show from the spacious decks of a yacht. Gourmet canapes & drinks package. 18+ event cruise.

Duration 5hr

From $249 ~~$269~~

Sightseeing cruise gliding along the snaky Brisbane River

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1.5Hr Brisbane River Twilight Sightseeing Cruise

Experience the illuminated side of Brisbane on this twilight cruise with music, free snacks & a licensed bar. See Story Bridge, Kangaroo Point etc.

Duration 1hr

From $55

5Hr Brisbane Riverfire Cruise on Eye Spy

Premium dinner cruise with live entertainment to watch the Defence Force aerial displays & Brisbane Riverfire from six spacious decks. 18+ event.

Duration 5hr

From $200

5hr Moreton Bay Afternoon Sailing Cruise

Adventure cruise to the Moreton Bay Marine Park. Visit Horseshoe Bay at Peel Island – boomnetting, paddleboarding, beach games and more. Lunch incl.

Duration 5hr

From $119 ~~$129~~

5hr Moreton Bay Morning Sailing Cruise

An exciting 5 hour cruise offering a scenic tour of the Moreton Bay, Horseshoe Bay and Peel Island, a delicious lunch, tea and wildlife spotting.

Duration 5hr

From $129

Brisbane River cruise docked at the wharf

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1.5Hr Brisbane River Morning Tea Cruise

Relax on the scenic Brisbane River aboard the MV Neptune – enjoy morning tea, listen to informative commentary & cruise past famous city attractions.

Duration 1hr

From $49

Guests boarding a sightseeing cruise in Brisbane

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1.5Hr Brisbane River Midday Sightseeing Cruise

An informative sightseeing tour on Brisbane River running year round – see Story Bridge, Kangaroo Point Cliffs, City Centre etc. on this guided cruise.

Duration 1hr

From $49

8Hr Moreton Bay Day Cruise From Hamilton

Cruise to the popular Moreton Bay Island on the 100ft ‘Lady Brisbane’ – swim off the boat and encounter incredible marine life. BBQ lunch included.

Duration 8hr

From $99

7Hr Bremer River Junction Cruise With Lunch

Relaxing cruise to the famous Bremer River ‘junction’ past Lone Pine, Indooroopilly Island, & other vistas only accessible by boat. BBQ lunch incl.

Duration 7hr

From $95

2Hr Bribie Island Lunch Cruise - From Bongaree

Relaxing lunch cruise from Bribie Island with views of Skirmish Point, Gilligan's Island & Deception Bay, along with Captain’s candid commentary.

Duration 2hr

From $52

8Hr Bribie Island Day Cruise

Follow the legendary S.S Koopa trail en route to Bribie Island, cruising past Deception Bay, Woody Point & more. BBQ lunch, & museum entry included.

Duration 8hr

From $89

3.5Hr Brisbane Riverfire Cruise - MV Neptune

18+ event cruise on Brisbane River to watch the stunning Riverfire display from a boutique-style vessel. Commentary, buffet dinner & 1 free drink.

Duration 3hr

From $165

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