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15 Best Brisbane River Cruises

The river cruises through the city’s brown-water spine: morning-tea runs under the Story Bridge, lunch sailings and the koala-sanctuary route that arrives by water. Brisbane bends around its river; the boats read every curve.

1.Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

Experience Brisbane’s wildlife and city views with a scenic river cruise to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, featuring koalas, platypus, and bird shows for a memorable half-day outing.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Fun, relaxing, informative history of Brisbane River The ferry ride was cool and smooth and the crew were helpful and fruendly”

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2.Brisbane River Cruise and Koala Sanctuary Visit

Experience Brisbane’s wildlife and city sights with a scenic river cruise to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. Enjoy up-close animal encounters and stunning views.

★ 4.7

“Excellent morning trip. The boat journey was very enjoyable and informative and the staff went the extra mile to assist. The sanctuary was amazing, it appears they limit the number of visitors so everyone has the ability to interactive with the animals. I would recommend…”

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3.Morning Tea River Cruise/Tour

Enjoy a 1.5-hour Brisbane River cruise with live commentary, morning tea, and iconic sights like Story Bridge and Southbank. Perfect for a quick city overview.

★ 4.5

“A leisurely trip along the Brisbane River. Staff were friendly and drinks could be purchased. Small sweet treats were provided. Great views and interesting information.”

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5.Brisbane Cruise To Lunch Package

Discover Brisbane’s sights with this relaxing river cruise and lunch at a historic pub, combining scenic views, local history, and tasty food for a great value day out.

★ 4.5

“It was easy to use the site. It showed me what activities I could do in Brisbane. The cruise of the Brisbane River was good. Interesting facts on different places along the river. The food at breakfast Creek taven was ok. There was a variety…”

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8.Brisbane: Midday River Guided Sightseeing Cruise

Enjoy a 1.5-hour boat cruise in Brisbane, exploring key sights like Story Bridge and Kangaroo Point Cliffs with expert commentary and great value.

★ 4.6

“Thoroughly enjoyable experience. Sat on the upper deck and had wonderful views. Crew were extremely hospitable and concerned that everyone was aware of safety issues and comfort’s offered eg. Refreshments, toilet facilities. The guy doing the commentary was very clear and had a fantastic knowledge…”

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10.Brisbane River Cruise 12.30pm

Experience Brisbane's highlights on a 1.5-hour river cruise with live commentary, stunning skyline views, and a relaxed atmosphere for just over $33.

★ 4.5

“Really enjoyed most of the trip. The staff were great and the commentary was both enlightening and entertaining. It was only marred by a loud group who talked incessantly over the commentary.”

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11.Sunset City Lights Cruise

Experience Brisbane at night on a 1.5-hour Sunset River Cruise with city lights, snacks, and friendly guides. Perfect for relaxing evenings and scenic views.

★ 4.5

“a nice slow gentle cruise, platter was good, could have been later in the evening to get a better sunset and city lights view”

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

Discover the highlights of the Tangalooma Day Trip & Whale Watching Cruise, including whale sightings, resort access, and eco-guided experiences—perfect for nature lovers and beachgoers.

★ 4.5

“Friendly staff, clean & comfortable ferry, good lunch (vegetarian option was very nice) and the most important, amazing and respectful whale watching. Great day!”

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13.2.30pm Mid Afternoon Sightseeing Cruise

Enjoy a 1.5-hour Brisbane River cruise with live commentary, iconic views, afternoon tea, and a relaxed vibe—perfect for a summer afternoon.

★ 4.5

“Friendly attentive staff, pleasant short river trip. Commentary interesting and informative-plenty enough to keep our interest as we also wanted to enjoy the experience without a full on history lecture. Fully stocked bar -( pay ) Included in tRead more”

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14.Moreton Island: Marine Discovery Cruise & Dolphin Feeding

Discover Moreton Island with a day of marine adventures, dolphin feeding, and relaxation at Tangalooma Resort, all from Brisbane for $151.

★ 4.0

“The dolphin feeding was the highlight of the day, such an amazing experience feeding wild dolphins in the bay! Make sure you get down there before the listed feeding time to see the dolphins playing in the bay before it gets dark. The marine tour…”

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15.Moreton Island: Tangalooma Day Trip Marine Discovery Cruise

Discover Moreton Island with a full-day Tangalooma Marine Discovery Cruise, including resort access, wildlife viewing, and a scenic boat ride from Brisbane.

★ 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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