Top Australia Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours

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Australia Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Solar Whisper Daintree River Crocodile and Wildlife Cruise Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart Brisbane Whale Watching Cruise from Redcliffe or Brisbane City Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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PRIVATE Gold Coast Sailing Charter with bubbles & food

Escape onto the water for a two-hour private sailing experience aboard a luxury 38ft yacht, exploring the stunning waterways of the Gold Coast in complete …More

Gold Coast, Australia

5.0 (28)

PRIVATE Gold Coast Sailing Charter with bubbles & food

Escape onto the water for a two-hour private sailing experience aboard a luxury 38ft yacht, exploring the stunning waterways of the Gold Coast in complete...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (28)

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$384

Ride a full lap of Magnetic Island on a 2-hour guided jet ski tour from The Docks, 108 Flinders Street, Townsville. Discover coastal bays, sandy …More

Townsville, Australia

5.0 (14)

Magnetic Island Jet Ski Tour

Ride a full lap of Magnetic Island on a 2-hour guided jet ski tour from The Docks, 108 Flinders Street, Townsville. Discover coastal bays, sandy...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (14)

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$280

Discover the thrill of sailing on this luxurious half day Moreton Bay cruise departing from Raby Bay in Cleveland. Learn to sail on a large …More

Brisbane, Australia

5.0 (29)

Afternoon Moreton Bay Sailing Tour

Discover the thrill of sailing on this luxurious half day Moreton Bay cruise departing from Raby Bay in Cleveland. Learn to sail on a large...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (29)

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$84

Embark on a serene sunset cruise at Phillip Island, through the sheltered waters of Western Port Bay aboard a modern catamaran. Relax and enjoy live …More

Mornington Peninsula, Australia

4.7 (39)

Phillip Island Sunset Cruise

Embark on a serene sunset cruise at Phillip Island, through the sheltered waters of Western Port Bay aboard a modern catamaran. Relax and enjoy live...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (39)

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$55

Rottnest Island All-Inclusive Grand Island Tour from Perth

This Rottnest Island day trip from Perth is the most comprehensive guided tour of the island allowing you to explore the stunning beauty of this …More

Perth, Australia

4.6 (81)

Rottnest Island All-Inclusive Grand Island Tour from Perth

This Rottnest Island day trip from Perth is the most comprehensive guided tour of the island allowing you to explore the stunning beauty of this...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.6 (81)

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$177

Kangaroo Island 2-Day Wildlife Adventure Small Group tour

Experience the Magic of Kangaroo Island over 2-days as part of a small group. Our carefully planned route means we enjoy the Remarkable Rocks, Admirals …More

Kangaroo Island, Australia

5.0 (89)

Kangaroo Island 2-Day Wildlife Adventure Small Group tour

Experience the Magic of Kangaroo Island over 2-days as part of a small group. Our carefully planned route means we enjoy the Remarkable Rocks, Admirals...

2 days Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (89)

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$626

NOVA Cruises pioneered whale watching from Newcastle back in 2006. Join Newcastle's longest running most experienced operator for an unforgettable 2.5-3 Hour ocean voyage and …More

Newcastle, Australia

4.8 (69)

Newcastle Whale Watching Cruise

NOVA Cruises pioneered whale watching from Newcastle back in 2006. Join Newcastle's longest running most experienced operator for an unforgettable 2.5-3 Hour ocean voyage and...

2 hours 30 minutes

4.8 (69)

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$66

Small-Group Sydney's Northern Beaches & Ku-ring-gai Park Tour

Go Beyond Tours will let you explore Sydney’s famous Northern Beaches and enjoy a day of sun, sand, and surf on this small-group sightseeing tour. …More

Sydney, Australia

4.9 (59)

Small-Group Sydney's Northern Beaches & Ku-ring-gai Park Tour

Go Beyond Tours will let you explore Sydney’s famous Northern Beaches and enjoy a day of sun, sand, and surf on this small-group sightseeing tour....

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (59)

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$155

Whale Watching Sailing Experience in Sydney

Enjoy the unique eco-friendly experience of whale watching under sail (weather permitting). After a short transit to the entrance of Port Jackson your small group …More

Sydney, Australia

4.9 (67)

Whale Watching Sailing Experience in Sydney

Enjoy the unique eco-friendly experience of whale watching under sail (weather permitting). After a short transit to the entrance of Port Jackson your small group...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (67)

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$63

Rottnest Island Full-Day Trip With Island Tour from Hillarys

Enjoy return transfers from selected Perth hotels (must be pre-booked) before embarking on a 40 minute high speed ferry to the island. Then take part …More

Perth, Australia

4.5 (132)

Rottnest Island Full-Day Trip With Island Tour from Hillarys

Enjoy return transfers from selected Perth hotels (must be pre-booked) before embarking on a 40 minute high speed ferry to the island. Then take part...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.5 (132)

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$140

2 Day Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation

Over two days you will experience the World Heritage Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the reef and explore two Outer Great …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.8 (44)

2 Day Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation

Over two days you will experience the World Heritage Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the reef and explore two Outer Great...

2 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (44)

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$318

South Bank Combo Cruise & Lunch; 10:30am-2pm (approx)

Three of Brisbane's most notable operator have joined forces to create the SOUTH BANK COMBO PASS. • River City Cruises • The Wheel of Brisbane …More

Brisbane, Australia

4.7 (48)

South Bank Combo Cruise & Lunch; 10:30am-2pm (approx)

Three of Brisbane's most notable operator have joined forces to create the SOUTH BANK COMBO PASS. • River City Cruises • The Wheel of Brisbane...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (48)

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$75

Wavedancer Low Isles Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise from Palm Cove

Low Isles is an idyllic, unspoilt coral cay island just one hour's sailing from Port Douglas aboard the 30 metre sailing catamaran, Wavedancer. With snorkelling …More

Palm Cove, Australia

4.8 (24)

Wavedancer Low Isles Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise from Palm Cove

Low Isles is an idyllic, unspoilt coral cay island just one hour's sailing from Port Douglas aboard the 30 metre sailing catamaran, Wavedancer. With snorkelling...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (24)

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$224

Join this small-group tour to Adelaide River to see the famous jumping crocodiles and other Australian wildlife. This is a must-do Territory experience. …More

Darwin, Australia

4.8 (84)

Jumping Crocodile Cruise with lunch

Join this small-group tour to Adelaide River to see the famous jumping crocodiles and other Australian wildlife. This is a must-do Territory experience....

6 hours Hotel pickup offered

4.8 (84)

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$137

This catamaran gets you to the open ocean in no time, ensuring customers get more whale watching time. But not to worry, the journey to …More

Sydney, Australia

4.6 (36)

Sydney Whale Watching Adventure Cruise

This catamaran gets you to the open ocean in no time, ensuring customers get more whale watching time. But not to worry, the journey to...

2 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation

4.6 (36)

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$63

Funtastic Catamaran Cruise and Snorkel of Great Keppel Islands

Avoid the crowds on our small group all-inclusive Full Day and Sunset Cruises with us, the perfect way to experience the magnificent Keppel Islands departing …More

4.6 (42)

Funtastic Catamaran Cruise and Snorkel of Great Keppel Islands

Avoid the crowds on our small group all-inclusive Full Day and Sunset Cruises with us, the perfect way to experience the magnificent Keppel Islands departing...

7 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (42)

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$122

Adventure Rottnest Tour with Ferry & Adventure Cruise

Explore Rottnest Islands remote coastline on full-day tour from Perth or Fremantle. Your adventure in the Indian Ocean includes a thrilling high-speed wildlife adventure cruise …More

Fremantle, Australia

4.6 (237)

Adventure Rottnest Tour with Ferry & Adventure Cruise

Explore Rottnest Islands remote coastline on full-day tour from Perth or Fremantle. Your adventure in the Indian Ocean includes a thrilling high-speed wildlife adventure cruise...

8 hours

4.6 (237)

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$115

Sydney Harbour Progressive Long Lunch Cruise

The most delicious and unique way to experience Sydney Harbour. Come aboard your luxury cruiser where you will be taken to two of Sydney's fabulous …More

Sydney, Australia

4.9 (20)

Sydney Harbour Progressive Long Lunch Cruise

The most delicious and unique way to experience Sydney Harbour. Come aboard your luxury cruiser where you will be taken to two of Sydney's fabulous...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (20)

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$490

Taronga Zoo Entry & Sydney Harbour 2-Day Hop On Hop Off Cruise

Enjoy the freedom of a 2-Day Hop On Hop Off cruise pass allowing you to visit up to 6 famous harbourside precincts including Circular Quay, …More

Sydney, Australia

4.4 (67)

Taronga Zoo Entry & Sydney Harbour 2-Day Hop On Hop Off Cruise

Enjoy the freedom of a 2-Day Hop On Hop Off cruise pass allowing you to visit up to 6 famous harbourside precincts including Circular Quay,...

4 to 16 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (67)

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$62

The Pambula River tour offers a unique kayaking experience with expert guides who have specialized knowledge of the ecology, culture, and history of the area. …More

5.0 (40)

Pambula River Kayaking Tour

The Pambula River tour offers a unique kayaking experience with expert guides who have specialized knowledge of the ecology, culture, and history of the area....

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (40)

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$137

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What are the best kid-friendly options for Australia Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Australia Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours are:

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Which Australia Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which Australia Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours have Free Cancellation?

Australia Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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