Top Australia Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours

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

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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Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Australia are: Australia Luxury & Special Occasions Australia Luxury Tours Australia Tours & Sightseeing Australia Outdoor Activities Australia Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours View all tour styles in Australia →

Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast

Travel to Moreton Island from Brisbane or the Gold Coast for a full day of fun in the sun. Your guide takes you by 4WD …More

Surfers Paradise, Australia

4.6 (659)

Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast

Travel to Moreton Island from Brisbane or the Gold Coast for a full day of fun in the sun. Your guide takes you by 4WD...

9 to 13 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (659)

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$126

Maria Island Cruise & Walk Day Tour with Lunch (from Hobart)

Discover the remarkable coastline and history of Maria Island from both water and land, gaining a unique perspective on its ancient geology, secluded bays and …More

Hobart, Australia

5.0 (635)

Maria Island Cruise & Walk Day Tour with Lunch (from Hobart)

Discover the remarkable coastline and history of Maria Island from both water and land, gaining a unique perspective on its ancient geology, secluded bays and...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (635)

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$255

Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast

This is Sydney's only true 3 in 1 whale watching cruise. Including a city sights cruise with live commentary on Sydney's history both past and …More

Sydney, Australia

4.6 (898)

Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast

This is Sydney's only true 3 in 1 whale watching cruise. Including a city sights cruise with live commentary on Sydney's history both past and...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (898)

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$62

Wilsons Promontory Wilderness Cruise from Tidal River

Wilsons Promontory Cruises is the only cruise operating out of the Wilsons Promontory National Park. Travel is world's first amphibious boats and see a coastline …More

Wilsons Promontory National Park, Australia

4.9 (501)

Wilsons Promontory Wilderness Cruise from Tidal River

Wilsons Promontory Cruises is the only cruise operating out of the Wilsons Promontory National Park. Travel is world's first amphibious boats and see a coastline...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (501)

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$115

Full-Day Whitsunday Sail and Snorkel Adventure with Lunch

Explore some of the Whitsundays best-kept secrets with the 2024 BEST ADVENTURE TOURISM BUSINESS in the Whitsundays (Whitsunday Tourism Awards). Fun and informative ECO tour …More

Airlie Beach, Australia

4.8 (759)

Full-Day Whitsunday Sail and Snorkel Adventure with Lunch

Explore some of the Whitsundays best-kept secrets with the 2024 BEST ADVENTURE TOURISM BUSINESS in the Whitsundays (Whitsunday Tourism Awards). Fun and informative ECO tour...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (759)

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$138

Enjoy a once in a lifetime, close encounter with Humpback Whales! (June- November). Join us and our marine biologist on our Premier Whale Watching Cruise. …More

5.0 (426)

Premier Whale Watching Byron Bay

Enjoy a once in a lifetime, close encounter with Humpback Whales! (June- November). Join us and our marine biologist on our Premier Whale Watching Cruise....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (426)

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$83

The Croc Bus to the Famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise

A Jumping Crocodile and Wildlife Tour in just half a day, Experience the most thrilling Croc Tour in the Northern Territory, crossing off your must-see …More

Darwin, Australia

4.9 (625)

The Croc Bus to the Famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise

A Jumping Crocodile and Wildlife Tour in just half a day, Experience the most thrilling Croc Tour in the Northern Territory, crossing off your must-see...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (625)

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$92

Picture this: The sun dipping below the horizon, painting the sky with hues of pink and orange as a gentle breeze whispers through the air. …More

Darwin, Australia

4.8 (826)

Cape Adieu Darwin Sunset Dinner Cruise

Picture this: The sun dipping below the horizon, painting the sky with hues of pink and orange as a gentle breeze whispers through the air....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (826)

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$132

You will be sailing in a Sydney to Hobart race maxi - really sailing - and on one of the most beautiful harbours in the …More

Hobart, Australia

5.0 (268)

Hobart Sailing Experience

You will be sailing in a Sydney to Hobart race maxi - really sailing - and on one of the most beautiful harbours in the...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (268)

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$119

Spirit of Hervey Bay Whale Watching Cruise

Join a whale watching cruise in Hervey Bay. Sit back and relax enjoying the breathtaking sights as you cruise past the beautiful white sandy beaches of Fraser …More

Hervey Bay, Australia

4.9 (519)

Spirit of Hervey Bay Whale Watching Cruise

Join a whale watching cruise in Hervey Bay. Sit back and relax enjoying the breathtaking sights as you cruise past the beautiful white sandy beaches of Fraser...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (519)

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$110

Melbourne: City Highlights Express Cruise

The City Highlights Express Cruise offers a swift and scenic way to experience Melbourne's iconic landmarks from the Yarra River. Whether you're a first-time visitor …More

Melbourne, Australia

4.2 (53)

Melbourne: City Highlights Express Cruise

The City Highlights Express Cruise offers a swift and scenic way to experience Melbourne's iconic landmarks from the Yarra River. Whether you're a first-time visitor...

50 minutes Free Cancellation

4.2 (53)

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$24

Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge, and Daintree Rainforest Day Trip

Step into one of the world’s oldest living ecosystems with this full-day Daintree Rainforest Tour. This immersive experience takes you deep into the heart of …More

Palm Cove, Australia

4.7 (2,000)

Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge, and Daintree Rainforest Day Trip

Step into one of the world’s oldest living ecosystems with this full-day Daintree Rainforest Tour. This immersive experience takes you deep into the heart of...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (2,000)

from
$167

Cairns Catamaran Harbour and Dinner Cruise

Immerse yourself in the exclusive and unparalleled experience of Cairns’ sole dinner cruise, where you'll be greeted with a welcoming glass of sparkling wine, beer, …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.4 (569)

Cairns Catamaran Harbour and Dinner Cruise

Immerse yourself in the exclusive and unparalleled experience of Cairns’ sole dinner cruise, where you'll be greeted with a welcoming glass of sparkling wine, beer,...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (569)

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$101

Pink Queensland skies, crystal clear azure waters of Hervey Bay, and a cold glass of bubbles in your hand – it doesn’t get much better …More

Hervey Bay, Australia

5.0 (291)

Hervey Bay Champagne Sunset Sail

Pink Queensland skies, crystal clear azure waters of Hervey Bay, and a cold glass of bubbles in your hand – it doesn’t get much better...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (291)

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$71

2 hour whale watching experience departing Hillarys Boat Harbour

The Western Australian coastline between Perth and Rottnest offers some of the most unique whale watching opportunities in the world - those of the Southern …More

Perth, Australia

4.7 (31)

2 hour whale watching experience departing Hillarys Boat Harbour

The Western Australian coastline between Perth and Rottnest offers some of the most unique whale watching opportunities in the world - those of the Southern...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (31)

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$55

For those who really want to experience the best of what the pristine Ningaloo Reef has to offer. With crew who've called this reef home …More

Coral Bay, Australia

5.0 (275)

Best of Ningaloo Mantas and More

For those who really want to experience the best of what the pristine Ningaloo Reef has to offer. With crew who've called this reef home...

7 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (275)

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$245

Sydney Harbour Discovery Cruise Including Lunch

Experience the vastness of Sydney Harbour while enjoying a buffet style lunch and live commentary on this shared harbour cruise. While on board you will …More

Sydney, Australia

4.7 (627)

Sydney Harbour Discovery Cruise Including Lunch

Experience the vastness of Sydney Harbour while enjoying a buffet style lunch and live commentary on this shared harbour cruise. While on board you will...

2 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (627)

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$56

Tasman Peninsula Wilderness Cruise from Port Arthur

Take Robert Pennicott’s award winning three hour Tasman Island Cruise along the spectacular coastline between Eaglehawk Neck and Port Arthur. See the highest vertical sea …More

Port Arthur, Australia

4.9 (300)

Tasman Peninsula Wilderness Cruise from Port Arthur

Take Robert Pennicott’s award winning three hour Tasman Island Cruise along the spectacular coastline between Eaglehawk Neck and Port Arthur. See the highest vertical sea...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (300)

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$133

Snorkelling, Kayaking & Fish Feeding Adventure

Experience the ultimate outdoor adventure and create cherished memories with loved ones on our unique kayaking trip. Paddle along the picturesque Broadwater, where encounters with …More

Gold Coast, Australia

4.5 (28)

Snorkelling, Kayaking & Fish Feeding Adventure

Experience the ultimate outdoor adventure and create cherished memories with loved ones on our unique kayaking trip. Paddle along the picturesque Broadwater, where encounters with...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (28)

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$68

Maria Island Cruise and Walk with Lunch (from Triabunna)

Discover the remarkable coastline and history of Maria Island from both water and land, gaining a unique perspective on its ancient geology, secluded bays and …More

5.0 (266)

Maria Island Cruise and Walk with Lunch (from Triabunna)

Discover the remarkable coastline and history of Maria Island from both water and land, gaining a unique perspective on its ancient geology, secluded bays and...

6 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (266)

from
$199

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

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

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