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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Seals, Sea Dragons & Hot Springs Experience Mornington Peninsula

Swim with playful seals, discover Weedy Sea Dragons, then unwind at Peninsula Hot Springs. Our 2-hour luxury snorkel tour includes everything — equipment, lunch, refreshments, …More

Mornington Peninsula, Australia

4.3 (24)

Seals, Sea Dragons & Hot Springs Experience Mornington Peninsula

Swim with playful seals, discover Weedy Sea Dragons, then unwind at Peninsula Hot Springs. Our 2-hour luxury snorkel tour includes everything — equipment, lunch, refreshments,...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.3 (24)

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$182

Combine a guided jet ski ride with snorkeling around Magnetic Island on a 2-hour adventure from The Docks, 108 Flinders Street, Townsville. Explore a fringing …More

Townsville, Australia

5.0 (4)

Magnetic Island Snorkel Jet Ski Tour

Combine a guided jet ski ride with snorkeling around Magnetic Island on a 2-hour adventure from The Docks, 108 Flinders Street, Townsville. Explore a fringing...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (4)

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$259

Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville

After a short ferry ride from Townsville to the paradise of Magnetic Island, you'll board a luxury sailing yacht for a few hours of sailing, …More

Magnetic Island, Australia

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Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville

After a short ferry ride from Townsville to the paradise of Magnetic Island, you'll board a luxury sailing yacht for a few hours of sailing,...

6 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (7)

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$199

Horizontal Falls Tour with Cygnet Bay Overnight Accommodation

Take a one day journey on our state-of-the-art vessel, Ohana, purpose-built for your comfort and safety to marvel at the incredible 1000 islands and the …More

Dampier Peninsula, Australia

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Horizontal Falls Tour with Cygnet Bay Overnight Accommodation

Take a one day journey on our state-of-the-art vessel, Ohana, purpose-built for your comfort and safety to marvel at the incredible 1000 islands and the...

3 days

5.0 (4)

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$1,358

Batemans Bay Overnight Kayak Camping Tour - All Inclusive

If you have always dreamed of getting off the grid and waking up immersed in nature, now is your opportunity to live it on our …More

Batemans Bay, Australia

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Batemans Bay Overnight Kayak Camping Tour - All Inclusive

If you have always dreamed of getting off the grid and waking up immersed in nature, now is your opportunity to live it on our...

2 days Hotel pickup offered

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$532

Mangroves and Mansions Guided Kayak Tour on the Noosa River

Get ready for the ultimate guided Kayak Tour of the stunning Noosa River, the only one of its kind around Noosa Heads! Explore hidden gems …More

Noosa & Sunshine Coast, Australia

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Mangroves and Mansions Guided Kayak Tour on the Noosa River

Get ready for the ultimate guided Kayak Tour of the stunning Noosa River, the only one of its kind around Noosa Heads! Explore hidden gems...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (11)

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$66

Private Romantic Melbourne Dinner Cruise for 2

Indulge and enjoy a private dinner cruise on Melbourne's spectacular Yarra River for you and your partner. …More

Melbourne, Australia

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Private Romantic Melbourne Dinner Cruise for 2

Indulge and enjoy a private dinner cruise on Melbourne's spectacular Yarra River for you and your partner....

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (7)

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$412

2 Day Great Barrier Reef and Kuranda Scenic Train & Skyrail Tour

Save with this 2-day Package! Experience a full-day Great Barrier Reef cruise and then enjoy a full day travelling to Kuranda by Skyrail, free time …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

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2 Day Great Barrier Reef and Kuranda Scenic Train & Skyrail Tour

Save with this 2-day Package! Experience a full-day Great Barrier Reef cruise and then enjoy a full day travelling to Kuranda by Skyrail, free time...

2 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (34)

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$270

Fitzroy Island Day Trip 11am to 5pm Ferry INC Snorkel Equipment

Explore Fitzroy Island’s coral reefs and Nudey Beach on a 6-hour day trip! Snorkel gear included—discover vibrant marine life and stunning landscapes. Departs Fitzroy Island's …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

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Fitzroy Island Day Trip 11am to 5pm Ferry INC Snorkel Equipment

Explore Fitzroy Island’s coral reefs and Nudey Beach on a 6-hour day trip! Snorkel gear included—discover vibrant marine life and stunning landscapes. Departs Fitzroy Island's...

7 hours Free Cancellation

4.0 (8)

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$97

Halfday sea kayak turtle tour 6km return trip with history said on area- swim -restroom & showers at halfway beach …More

Airlie Beach, Australia

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Half Day Kayak Turtle Tour

Halfday sea kayak turtle tour 6km return trip with history said on area- swim -restroom & showers at halfway beach...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$76

This full-day tour through Perth’s gorgeous “Valley of Tastes” offers an extravaganza of delicious food & wine. Your friendly driver/guide will pick you up from …More

Perth, Australia

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Cruising the Swan Tour

This full-day tour through Perth’s gorgeous “Valley of Tastes” offers an extravaganza of delicious food & wine. Your friendly driver/guide will pick you up from...

8 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (46)

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$146

Katherine Gorge Flight from Darwin, with Cruise and Heli Scenic

With a true departure from the ordinary, your journey will begin with an amazing aircraft flight south to the breath-taking Katherine Gorge. You will fly …More

Darwin, Australia

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Katherine Gorge Flight from Darwin, with Cruise and Heli Scenic

With a true departure from the ordinary, your journey will begin with an amazing aircraft flight south to the breath-taking Katherine Gorge. You will fly...

8 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (11)

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$1,429

Sydney: Sunrise Escape – Middle Harbour Kayaking Experience

Start your day in the most spectacular way possible on our Middle Harbour SUNRISER Sea Kayak Tour—a guided sunrise experience that reveals Sydney at its …More

Sydney, Australia

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Sydney: Sunrise Escape – Middle Harbour Kayaking Experience

Start your day in the most spectacular way possible on our Middle Harbour SUNRISER Sea Kayak Tour—a guided sunrise experience that reveals Sydney at its...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (19)

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$130

Private Helicopter Tour: Reef Island Snorkeling and Gourmet Picnic Lunch

For a once in a lifetime experience, combine your scenic flight with an exclusive getaway to your own piece of paradise. Feel the thrill of …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.6 (20)

Private Helicopter Tour: Reef Island Snorkeling and Gourmet Picnic Lunch

For a once in a lifetime experience, combine your scenic flight with an exclusive getaway to your own piece of paradise. Feel the thrill of...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.6 (20)

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$863

Shore Excursion: Sydney's Northern Beaches & Ku-ring-gai National Park Bus 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

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Shore Excursion: Sydney's Northern Beaches & Ku-ring-gai National Park Bus 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 Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

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$156

Whale Watching and Wildlife Cruise Townsville and Magnetic Island

Prepare to be spellbound as we set sail into the vast expanse of the ocean, seeking out majestic humpback whales on their annual migration journey. …More

Townsville, Australia

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Whale Watching and Wildlife Cruise Townsville and Magnetic Island

Prepare to be spellbound as we set sail into the vast expanse of the ocean, seeking out majestic humpback whales on their annual migration journey....

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (13)

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$132

Sydney Harbour Side Restaurant Dinner and Twilight Cruise

The most delicious and unique way to experience Sydney Harbour. Come aboard your luxury cruiser where you will take in Sydney at twilight. On board …More

Sydney, Australia

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Sydney Harbour Side Restaurant Dinner and Twilight Cruise

The most delicious and unique way to experience Sydney Harbour. Come aboard your luxury cruiser where you will take in Sydney at twilight. On board...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$490

Private 2 Hour Highlights Cruise of Sydney Harbour - Up to 6

Cruise from Sydney's iconic Darling Harbour into Sydney Harbour, the largest natural harbour in the world. Relax aboard one of the most luxurious timber vessels …More

Sydney, Australia

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Private 2 Hour Highlights Cruise of Sydney Harbour - Up to 6

Cruise from Sydney's iconic Darling Harbour into Sydney Harbour, the largest natural harbour in the world. Relax aboard one of the most luxurious timber vessels...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$665

Explore one side of Magnetic Island on a 70-minute guided jet ski tour from The Docks, 108 Flinders Street, Townsville. Enjoy coastal scenery, bays and …More

Townsville, Australia

5.0 (2)

Magnetic Island Express Jet Ski Tour

Explore one side of Magnetic Island on a 70-minute guided jet ski tour from The Docks, 108 Flinders Street, Townsville. Enjoy coastal scenery, bays and...

1 hour 10 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$182

3-Night Murray River Cruise on the classic Murray Princess

Board an authentic paddle wheeler for a 3-night cruise on the beautiful and historic Murray River, traveling between Walkers Flat and Murray Bridge. Float along …More

Adelaide, Australia

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3-Night Murray River Cruise on the classic Murray Princess

Board an authentic paddle wheeler for a 3-night cruise on the beautiful and historic Murray River, traveling between Walkers Flat and Murray Bridge. Float along...

4 days

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$1,403

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

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