Top Queensland Day Cruises

Q: What are the best options for Queensland Day Cruises?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best Queensland Day Cruises are: Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise Silverswift 3 Great Barrier Reef Sites in 1 Day from Cairns Wavedancer Low Isles Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise Lady Enid Sunset Sail Airlie Beach - Adults Only Midday Sightseeing Cruise: 12.30pm-2pm (90min)

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for Queensland Day Cruises Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Queensland Day Cruises are: Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise Noosa Queen Sunset Cruise River Surfers Paradise Sightseeing City Lights Cruise Midday Sightseeing Cruise: 12.30pm-2pm (90min) View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which Queensland Day Cruises have Instant Confirmation?

Queensland Day Cruises with Instant Confirmation include: Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise Noosa Queen Sunset Cruise River Surfers Paradise Sightseeing City Lights Cruise Midday Sightseeing Cruise: 12.30pm-2pm (90min) View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: Which Queensland Day Cruises have Free Cancellation?

Queensland Day Cruises with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include: Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise Noosa Queen Sunset Cruise River Surfers Paradise Sightseeing City Lights Cruise Midday Sightseeing Cruise: 12.30pm-2pm (90min) View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

Q: Got any more Queensland trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked Queensland Tours. Top 10 Queensland 2026 Senior-friendly tours Queensland The best tours and activities for culture lovers in Queensland Top Day Trips from Queensland Things to do in Queensland this summer View all Queensland Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Queensland?

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

Snorkelling or Glass Bottom Boat at Green Island from Cairns

With the choice of three daily departures from Cairns, this Green Island cruise is perfect for visitors with limited time, offering a half or full …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.2 (320)

Snorkelling or Glass Bottom Boat at Green Island from Cairns

With the choice of three daily departures from Cairns, this Green Island cruise is perfect for visitors with limited time, offering a half or full...

3 to 12 hours Free Cancellation

4.2 (320)

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$75

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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$77

Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise

Set sail on the stunning waters of the Gold Coast on this exclusive, two-hour lunch and sightseeing cruise, departing from a convenient spot in the …More

Surfers Paradise, Australia

4.8 (293)

Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise

Set sail on the stunning waters of the Gold Coast on this exclusive, two-hour lunch and sightseeing cruise, departing from a convenient spot in the...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (293)

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$77

Townsville Sunset Sail Cruise Boat Tour Charter Hire Sailing Hire

Enjoy a small-group sunset sailing cruise for a maximum of 6 people departing from Townsville yacht club. Set sail for a 1.5-hours sunset sail, sit back …More

Townsville, Australia

5.0 (24)

Townsville Sunset Sail Cruise Boat Tour Charter Hire Sailing Hire

Enjoy a small-group sunset sailing cruise for a maximum of 6 people departing from Townsville yacht club. Set sail for a 1.5-hours sunset sail, sit back...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (24)

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$82

Gold Coast Sunset Cruise with sparkling wine & nibbles platter

Enjoy a relaxing sailing experience aboard a luxury sailboat during a sunset cruise on the calm waters of the Gold Coast Broadwater. Sip on sparkling …More

Gold Coast, Australia

4.9 (95)

Gold Coast Sunset Cruise with sparkling wine & nibbles platter

Enjoy a relaxing sailing experience aboard a luxury sailboat during a sunset cruise on the calm waters of the Gold Coast Broadwater. Sip on sparkling...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (95)

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$85

Cruise to Green Island from Cairns and find a tropical paradise on the Great Barrier Reef. You'll spend either four or five hours at Green …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.2 (925)

Green Island Day Trip from Cairns

Cruise to Green Island from Cairns and find a tropical paradise on the Great Barrier Reef. You'll spend either four or five hours at Green...

8 hours Free Cancellation

4.2 (925)

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$86

Whitehaven Beach Morning or Afternoon Tour

Embark on a scenic cruise from Port of Airlie, stopping at Daydream Island and Hamilton Island to collect more guests before discovering the Southern end …More

The Whitsundays & Hamilton Island, Australia

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Whitehaven Beach Morning or Afternoon Tour

Embark on a scenic cruise from Port of Airlie, stopping at Daydream Island and Hamilton Island to collect more guests before discovering the Southern end...

6 hours 15 minutes

4.1 (353)

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$87

Gold Coast Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise

Board The Spirit of Elston and become immersed in this unique and delectable dining experience. Departing from Sea World Cruises Terminal, enjoy an evening of …More

Gold Coast, Australia

4.7 (219)

Gold Coast Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise

Board The Spirit of Elston and become immersed in this unique and delectable dining experience. Departing from Sea World Cruises Terminal, enjoy an evening of...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (219)

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$91

Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

See Australia’s amazing animals on a day trip to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary from Brisbane. Your river cruise takes you from the bustling waterfront of …More

Brisbane, Australia

4.8 (1,664)

Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

See Australia’s amazing animals on a day trip to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary from Brisbane. Your river cruise takes you from the bustling waterfront of...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (1,664)

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$96

Enjoy Whitehaven Beach without feeling rushed. Our tour gives you over four hours to relax, swim and explore one of Australia’s most spectacular beaches. Your …More

Airlie Beach, Australia

4.6 (221)

Whitehaven Beach Day Pass

Enjoy Whitehaven Beach without feeling rushed. Our tour gives you over four hours to relax, swim and explore one of Australia’s most spectacular beaches. Your...

8 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (221)

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$111

Green Island Full Day Trip from Cairns with City Transfers

Cruise to Green Island from Cairns and find a tropical paradise on the Great Barrier Reef. You'll spend either four or five hours at Green …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.7 (22)

Green Island Full Day Trip from Cairns with City Transfers

Cruise to Green Island from Cairns and find a tropical paradise on the Great Barrier Reef. You'll spend either four or five hours at Green...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (22)

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$112

Gold Coast Boat Hire Self-Drive with No License Required

Sea the Sights and stand out from the others - experience the thrill of being your own captain onboard our fleet of affordable, unique electric …More

Surfers Paradise, Australia

4.9 (57)

Gold Coast Boat Hire Self-Drive with No License Required

Sea the Sights and stand out from the others - experience the thrill of being your own captain onboard our fleet of affordable, unique electric...

1 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (57)

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$115

Green Island Day Trip from Cairns with Beaches Transfers

Cruise to Green Island from Cairns and find a tropical paradise on the Great Barrier Reef. You'll spend either four or five hours at Green …More

Palm Cove, Australia

4.5 (14)

Green Island Day Trip from Cairns with Beaches Transfers

Cruise to Green Island from Cairns and find a tropical paradise on the Great Barrier Reef. You'll spend either four or five hours at Green...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.5 (14)

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$119

Aquascene Circumnavigation Magnetic Island Tour

VOTED THE 9TH TOP EXPERIENCE IN AUSTRALIA IN 2026 VOTED #7 IN THE TOP 10 EXPERIENCES IN THE WORLD IN 2021 Multi award-winning Aquascene is …More

Magnetic Island, Australia

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Aquascene Circumnavigation Magnetic Island Tour

VOTED THE 9TH TOP EXPERIENCE IN AUSTRALIA IN 2026 VOTED #7 IN THE TOP 10 EXPERIENCES IN THE WORLD IN 2021 Multi award-winning Aquascene is...

5 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (236)

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$125

Townsville Boat Cruise & Yacht Club Lunch Package Sailing Charter

Enjoy a 2 hour Townsville Morning or Lunchtime Sail Boat Cruise & Yacht Club Lunch. see the beautiful views of magnetic island and castle hill. …More

Townsville, Australia

5.0 (6)

Townsville Boat Cruise & Yacht Club Lunch Package Sailing Charter

Enjoy a 2 hour Townsville Morning or Lunchtime Sail Boat Cruise & Yacht Club Lunch. see the beautiful views of magnetic island and castle hill....

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (6)

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$132

Sit back and relax while your guide takes you on a 1 to 5-Hour Sea the Sights Tour of the Gold Coast in-style onboard your own …More

Surfers Paradise, Australia

5.0 (18)

Gold Coast Skippered Canal Cruise

Sit back and relax while your guide takes you on a 1 to 5-Hour Sea the Sights Tour of the Gold Coast in-style onboard your own...

1 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (18)

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$146

Providence Whitehaven Beach Sailing and Snorkeling Cruise

Experience the Whitsundays aboard a 62-ft gaff-rigged schooner, one of the few tall ships to regularly visit Whitehaven Beach. Get involved with handling the sails …More

Airlie Beach, Australia

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Providence Whitehaven Beach Sailing and Snorkeling Cruise

Experience the Whitsundays aboard a 62-ft gaff-rigged schooner, one of the few tall ships to regularly visit Whitehaven Beach. Get involved with handling the sails...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.4 (189)

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$155

Ocean Freedom: Great Barrier Reef Stylish Snorkel, Dive Reef Tour

Enjoy the most guest-oriented Great Barrier Reef tour aboard a fast travelling stylish and comfortable catamaran from Cairns! A "barefoot luxury" and stylish snorkel and …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.9 (1,951)

Ocean Freedom: Great Barrier Reef Stylish Snorkel, Dive Reef Tour

Enjoy the most guest-oriented Great Barrier Reef tour aboard a fast travelling stylish and comfortable catamaran from Cairns! A "barefoot luxury" and stylish snorkel and...

9 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (1,951)

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$157

Wave Break Island & Pelican Feeding Cruise Relax, Sip and Explore

Tour from the heart of Surfers Paradise to a pristine Gold Coast Island, only accessible by boat! Cruise along the Nerang River, through to the …More

Surfers Paradise, Australia

4.9 (10)

Wave Break Island & Pelican Feeding Cruise Relax, Sip and Explore

Tour from the heart of Surfers Paradise to a pristine Gold Coast Island, only accessible by boat! Cruise along the Nerang River, through to the...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (10)

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$160

Wavedancer Low Isles Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise

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

Port Douglas, Australia

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Wavedancer Low Isles Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise

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...

7 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (262)

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$164