Brisbane

15 Best Brisbane River Cruises

I’ve sorted the river cruises worth boarding, from quick sightseeing hops to long lunches on a paddlewheeler. The Brisbane River bends right through the middle of town, so you pass the Story Bridge and the Kangaroo Point cliffs without leaving your seat. Sunset sailings book out first in winter.

1.Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Admission With Brisbane River Cruise

Experience the ultimate wildlife adventure! Visit the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and enjoy a scenic Brisbane River Cruise. Book your tickets now for an unforgettable day!

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Lovely trip lots to see .captain and crew friendly and caring .animals really cared for and best fed kangaroos with all the food bags .the rangers take photos meeting koala s and lovely menthol small”

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2.Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Ticket & Brisbane River Cruise Combo

Experience the ultimate wildlife adventure at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. Combine it with a scenic Brisbane River Cruise for an unforgettable day out. Book now!

★ 4.5

“Very friendly and professional staff. Great trip! We enjoyed the history of the Brisbane River and the Koala experience was a dream come true!”

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3.90min Brisbane River Cruise/Tour

Experience the beauty of Brisbane from a whole new perspective. Join our 90min River Cruise/Tour and discover the city's hidden gems along the stunning Brisbane River.

★ 4.5

“Very good and relaxing tour with good commentary. Scones and tea and coffee provided, which was lovely”

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5.Brisbane Cruise To Lunch Package

Experience the ultimate lunch cruise in Brisbane! Indulge in delicious food, soak up stunning views, and create unforgettable memories. Book your cruise today!

★ 4.5

“Great experience and the commentary was very interesting. Lunch at Breakfast Creek Hotel was superb and will be remembered.”

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11.Moreton Island: Tangalooma Day Trip & Whale Watching Cruise

Get ready to immerse yourself in the wonder of humpback whales and uncover the secrets of Moreton Island with this unforgettable adventure.

★ 4.5

“We had a great day the crew were very attentive and plenty of information on the whales. Just a shame it was so rough which made walking around the vessel very difficult.”

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12.Mid-Afternoon Sightseeing Cruise: 2:30pm-4pm (90min)

Enjoy a 90-minute Brisbane River cruise with live commentary, scenic views, afternoon tea, and a licensed bar—perfect for a relaxing summer afternoon.

★ 4.5

“This was an awesome experience, I highly recommend it. The staff were very friendly and helpful. There was plenty of room on the boat to walk around and different areas to sit. There is so much to see and the ride seemed to go so…”

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13.Moreton Island: Marine Discovery Cruise & Dolphin Feeding

Journey into the mesmerizing world of Moreton Island's Marine Discovery Cruise & Dolphin Feeding experience for a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with marine wonders.

★ 4.0

“The ferry across was good & the staff were great. We arrived to a very windy day but it still didn’t take away how beautiful the island is. The marine discovery was disappointing as we Only saw the shadow of a few turtles and some…”

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14.Moreton Island: Tangalooma Day Trip Marine Discovery Cruise

Hop on board for an enthralling journey exploring Moreton Island's marine treasures, setting the stage for an adventure like no other.

★ 3.9

“The tour was over-rated and expensive. The Marine Discovery cruise was a waste of time and money. We hardly spotted any marine life except for some fishes during fish-feeding. The commentary on the boat was hardly audible n clear as there was no speaker system…”

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