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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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Sunset City Lights Cruise: 5.30pm (Winter) or 6pm (Summer) 90min

The best way to see Brisbane is from the river. This tour provides you with a stunning sunset (*seasonal) as the tour commences which is …More

Brisbane, Australia

4.7 (163)

Sunset City Lights Cruise: 5.30pm (Winter) or 6pm (Summer) 90min

The best way to see Brisbane is from the river. This tour provides you with a stunning sunset (*seasonal) as the tour commences which is...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (163)

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$41

Litchfield National Park Tour with Wetlands or Crocodile Cruise

Journey with us to the Litchfield National Park, home to some of Australia’s most spectacular and stunning waterfalls. Enjoy breathtaking views, iconic magnetic termite mounds …More

Darwin, Australia

4.8 (199)

Litchfield National Park Tour with Wetlands or Crocodile Cruise

Journey with us to the Litchfield National Park, home to some of Australia’s most spectacular and stunning waterfalls. Enjoy breathtaking views, iconic magnetic termite mounds...

10 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (199)

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$129

Sunlover: Fitzroy Island Day Trip from Cairns by Fast Catamaran

Sunlover Reef Cruises runs two return ferries a day from Cairns to Fitzroy Island, about 45 minutes each way by fast catamaran. The 8:45am departure …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.4 (73)

Sunlover: Fitzroy Island Day Trip from Cairns by Fast Catamaran

Sunlover Reef Cruises runs two return ferries a day from Cairns to Fitzroy Island, about 45 minutes each way by fast catamaran. The 8:45am departure...

3 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (73)

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$76

Sydney Cocktail Harbour Bar Cruise with Charcuterie Board

A photographer and Instagrammer's dream with spacious outdoor leisure decks to capture the perfect moments against the million-dollar backdrop Sundown, Sunset, or Twilight. Take in …More

Sydney, Australia

4.3 (182)

Sydney Cocktail Harbour Bar Cruise with Charcuterie Board

A photographer and Instagrammer's dream with spacious outdoor leisure decks to capture the perfect moments against the million-dollar backdrop Sundown, Sunset, or Twilight. Take in...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.3 (182)

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$57

FRESH MANDURAH LOBSTER, FROM OCEAN TO PLATE Nothing tastes better than fresh seafood, especially when you catch it yourself and someone cooks it for you! …More

Mandurah, Australia

5.0 (20)

Mandurah Wild Seafood Experience

FRESH MANDURAH LOBSTER, FROM OCEAN TO PLATE Nothing tastes better than fresh seafood, especially when you catch it yourself and someone cooks it for you!...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (20)

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$265

Kangaroo Island 75-Minute Coastal Safari

Enjoy an exhilarating cruise along the magnificent and ancient Kangaroo Island coastline. As you travel you will have the opportunity to see dolphins, seals, sea …More

Kangaroo Island, Australia

4.9 (625)

Kangaroo Island 75-Minute Coastal Safari

Enjoy an exhilarating cruise along the magnificent and ancient Kangaroo Island coastline. As you travel you will have the opportunity to see dolphins, seals, sea...

1 hour 15 minutes

4.9 (625)

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$62

Tasman Island Cruises and Port Arthur Historic Site Day Tour from Hobart

Explore the Tasman Peninsula from both land and sea on a full-day excursion from Hobart. See the Tasman Peninsula from the water on a three-hour …More

Hobart, Australia

4.8 (488)

Tasman Island Cruises and Port Arthur Historic Site Day Tour from Hobart

Explore the Tasman Peninsula from both land and sea on a full-day excursion from Hobart. See the Tasman Peninsula from the water on a three-hour...

10 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (488)

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$241

Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney all-inclusive Harbour Lunch Cruise

Step on board and begin your Sydney Harbour adventure. Our modern 78ft vessel is designed to feel luxurious and super comfortable, so you’ll feel right …More

Sydney, Australia

4.9 (262)

Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney all-inclusive Harbour Lunch Cruise

Step on board and begin your Sydney Harbour adventure. Our modern 78ft vessel is designed to feel luxurious and super comfortable, so you’ll feel right...

2 hours

4.9 (262)

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$83

Full-Day 1770 Tour by LARC Amphibious Vehicle Including Sandboarding and Bustard Head Lightstation

This full day amphibious adventure crosses four waterways and edges along the pristine Eurimbula National Park. You'll visit Queensland's only open, operating lighthouse, discover in …More

Agnes Water, Australia

5.0 (609)

Full-Day 1770 Tour by LARC Amphibious Vehicle Including Sandboarding and Bustard Head Lightstation

This full day amphibious adventure crosses four waterways and edges along the pristine Eurimbula National Park. You'll visit Queensland's only open, operating lighthouse, discover in...

7 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (609)

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$119

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

Unwind in style with our 1.5-hour Sunset sightseeing Cruise, the perfect way to take in the stunning beauty of Surfers Paradise skyline, Marina Mirage, and …More

Surfers Paradise, Australia

4.7 (160)

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

Unwind in style with our 1.5-hour Sunset sightseeing Cruise, the perfect way to take in the stunning beauty of Surfers Paradise skyline, Marina Mirage, and...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (160)

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$38

Cruise the tranquil waters of the world's most ancient tropical rainforest on one of our 45-minute cruises on the Barron River in Kuranda. Your local …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.8 (361)

Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise

Cruise the tranquil waters of the world's most ancient tropical rainforest on one of our 45-minute cruises on the Barron River in Kuranda. Your local...

45 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (361)

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$21

Silverswift 3 Great Barrier Reef Sites in 1 Day from Cairns

View the colorful underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef on this full-day trip from Cairns. Whether you are a snorkeler or a scuba diver, …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.8 (418)

Silverswift 3 Great Barrier Reef Sites in 1 Day from Cairns

View the colorful underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef on this full-day trip from Cairns. Whether you are a snorkeler or a scuba diver,...

10 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (418)

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$215

Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine

Step aboard for a 3-hour, tropical sunset cruise aboard the luxury 50ft. Sundancer catamaran on the magnificent Darwin Harbour. Your cruise includes sparkling wine and …More

Darwin, Australia

4.9 (1,043)

Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine

Step aboard for a 3-hour, tropical sunset cruise aboard the luxury 50ft. Sundancer catamaran on the magnificent Darwin Harbour. Your cruise includes sparkling wine and...

3 hours

4.9 (1,043)

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$132

Lady Enid Sunset Sail Airlie Beach - Adults Only

A sail on board Lady Enid is like no other in Airlie Beach. A cut above, Lady Enid is the only premium Adults Only tour …More

Airlie Beach, Australia

4.7 (48)

Lady Enid Sunset Sail Airlie Beach - Adults Only

A sail on board Lady Enid is like no other in Airlie Beach. A cut above, Lady Enid is the only premium Adults Only tour...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (48)

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$73

Whisper Cruises - One-Hour Turtle Spotting Bay Cruise

Airlie Beach's Only Emissions Free Whisper Quiet Electric Boat. Experience Mother Nature at her finest on our turtle spotting bay cruise. Embark on an extraordinary …More

Airlie Beach, Australia

4.9 (124)

Whisper Cruises - One-Hour Turtle Spotting Bay Cruise

Airlie Beach's Only Emissions Free Whisper Quiet Electric Boat. Experience Mother Nature at her finest on our turtle spotting bay cruise. Embark on an extraordinary...

1 hour Free Cancellation

4.9 (124)

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$48

2 Hour Whale-Watching Cruise from Hillarys Boat Harbour

Head north from Perth to Hillarys Boat Harbour for a whale-watching cruise off the Sunset Coast. Come face-to-face with magnificent humpback whales during their annual …More

Perth, Australia

4.2 (64)

2 Hour Whale-Watching Cruise from Hillarys Boat Harbour

Head north from Perth to Hillarys Boat Harbour for a whale-watching cruise off the Sunset Coast. Come face-to-face with magnificent humpback whales during their annual...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.2 (64)

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$55

Discover the tranquil beauty of Cairns’ Trinity Inlet on this relaxing 75-minute Cairns River Cruise—a perfect way to unwind and explore the region from the …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.9 (39)

Cairns Trinity Inlet Sightseeing Cruise

Discover the tranquil beauty of Cairns’ Trinity Inlet on this relaxing 75-minute Cairns River Cruise—a perfect way to unwind and explore the region from the...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (39)

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$49

Great Barrier Reef Cruise - Gold Class VIP Lounge Package

Be our VIP’s for the day! Cruise to the Outer Reef onboard superyacht, Evolution, with access to your own private Gold Class lounge for the …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.9 (64)

Great Barrier Reef Cruise - Gold Class VIP Lounge Package

Be our VIP’s for the day! Cruise to the Outer Reef onboard superyacht, Evolution, with access to your own private Gold Class lounge for the...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (64)

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$560

This one hour amphibious joyride is fun for the whole family, with an entertaining commentary, breathtaking scenery and amazing wildlife. An exciting and unusual vessel …More

Agnes Water, Australia

4.8 (224)

Town of 1770 Afternoon Cruise

This one hour amphibious joyride is fun for the whole family, with an entertaining commentary, breathtaking scenery and amazing wildlife. An exciting and unusual vessel...

1 hour Free Cancellation

4.8 (224)

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$32

90 Minute Port Adelaide Dolphin & Ships Graveyard Cruise

This is a must do activity when visiting Adelaide! See the iconic Ships Graveyard, the unique Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary, the wonderful International Bird Sanctuary and …More

Adelaide, Australia

4.7 (380)

90 Minute Port Adelaide Dolphin & Ships Graveyard Cruise

This is a must do activity when visiting Adelaide! See the iconic Ships Graveyard, the unique Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary, the wonderful International Bird Sanctuary and...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (380)

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$62

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

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