What are all the places we can explore on a Moreton Island day trip?

A Moreton Island Day Trip From Gold Coast involves you visiting all of these places. 1. Snorkeling at Moreton Island Wrecks: This rusy collection of shipwrecks underwater is very often visited by fishes, snorkelers and turtles while discovering the vibrant beauty of corals and reefs here. 2. Cape Moreton Lighthouse: Marvel at the first lighthouse that was ever built in Queensland. It is made out of sandstone and is red in color; it also provides views of whales, dolphins, turtles and sharks too. 3. Climbing Mt. Tempest: This mountain top isn’t made out of sand and hence isn’t possible to do smoothly. Hence, if you do this, it’s like a treat for your eyes to view everything from Sunshine Coast to Gold Coast.

What is the best time to go for a Moreton Island day trip?

The best time to go for a Moreton Island Day Trip From Gold Coast are the seasons from the summers, i.e. the months of November to March as well as the autumn season which goes on from the months of April to May. The weather remains extremely pleasant throughout these two seasons and the water remains warm which makes it ideal for swimming.

How to get to Moreton Island from the Gold Coast?

There is no direct connection to get there; but what you can do instead is take a taxi to Brisbane city and then take a car ferry to Moreton island. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle to get there too.

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Moreton Island Day Trip From Gold Coast

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Moreton Island Day Trip From Gold Coast Highlights

Departing from the Gold Coast, go on an exhilarating day cruise to the stunning Moreton Island
Watch the aquatic world from above by paddling over the reef in a transparent kayak or bodyboard
Take a ride on the MiCat Ferry, a modern air-conditioned catamaran with a cafe and bar
See gorgeous sites like Honeymoon Bay, Cape Moreton Lighthouse, and others to appreciate the island's splendour

Moreton Island Day Trip From Gold Coast Overview

Meeting Location: Mantra on View Surfers Paradise, 22 View Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

Activity Timings: 05:45 AM - 07:30 PM

Activity Duration: 13 hours (approx.)

About Moreton Island Day Trip From Gold Coast:

On this full-day cruise from the Gold Coast, spend a relaxing day on Moreton Island exploring the beaches, snorkelling spots, and massive sand dunes. Travel from the sea to the sand with an experienced guide in a rough 4-wheel drive vehicle, snorkelling at the Tangalooma Wrecks and kayaking along the coral reef, then inland to try sandboarding on the dunes. On this fun-filled tour, enjoy a picnic lunch on the beach while taking in the tropical surroundings of Moreton Island.

About The Activity:

Arrive at the meeting location 10 minutes before your scheduled time to enjoy your tour conveniently.
Get picked up on the Gold Coast around 5:45 in the morning and hop on your MiCat ferry also enjoy your cruising time on Moreton Bay.
Enjoy the scenery from the deck or cabin while keeping a lookout for dolphins and other marine life.
After that, relax and enjoy the sunny day on the beach at Tangalooma Wrecks.
Next, take a snorkelling tour of the Tangalooma Shipwrecks with the help of a professional guide.
Ride translucent kayaks beneath Tangalooma Wrecks to see hidden underwater beauties.
Take a 4WD 'Tough Bus' ride through Moreton Island's difficult 4WD trails to 'The Desert.'
End your Moreton Island Day Trip From Gold Coast at the same meeting location and take away some beautiful memories with you.

How To Reach?

By Car: 5.2 km away from Gold Coast City Center and can be reached in approximately 10 minutes by car/ cab.
By Bus: The nearest bus station to the meeting location is Cypress Avenue Bus Stop, then take a for 2 min to reach the location.

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Get Wrecked Tour Ticket

13 Hours, 15 Minutes

USD 161.69

USD 103.48

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Book this Moreton Island day trip and enjoy snorkelling, sandboarding as well as 4WD car ride adventures.

Note:

Children aged 0-3 are not recommended to join this tour and children between the age of 4-13 years will be charged on a child price basis.
Children above the age of 16 years will be considered adults and charged at adult rates.

Price Includes

Transfers
- Hotel drop off only
Guide
- A professional guide will accompany you throughout the tour(languages - English)
Meals
- Aussie picnic lunch
Activities
- Ride transparent kayaks
- Ride 4WD ‘Tough Bus’
- Swim along the crystal clear beaches of Tangalooma Beach
- Fully guided snorkelling tour of the Tangalooma Ship Wrecks

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Know Before You Go for Moreton Island Day Trip From Gold Coast

The minimum required number to book is 3 people. If the minimum has not been reached 24 hours before the date of the tour, the operator will contact you and reserve the right to cancel the tour with a full refund or rescheduling option.
A surcharge of AUD10 will apply if tour is scheduled on public holidays such as Christmas, New Year’s Day, and Easter long weekend , payable onsite.
A surcharge of AUD50 per adult will apply for National Park & Ferry levy fees, payable onsite.
A surcharge of AUD35 per child will apply for National Park & Ferry levy fees, payable onsite.
Only 1 small carry on luggage is allowed.
This activity is not recommended for anyone with impaired physical mobility.
This activity is not recommended for anyone with certain medical conditions such as high blood pressure, epilepsy, etc.
The activity is unable to accommodate for allergies, gluten intolerance, vegetarian diets or other dietary needs.
Bring with you some sunscreen, caps or hats, swimwear, cash, towel, water bottle, camera, flip flops or thongs.
This activity is not wheelchair-accessible.
The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable).
Present your printed/mobile voucher.
Children aged 0-3 are not recommended to join this tour, children between the age of 4-13 years will be charged on a child price basis. Children above the age of 16 years will be considered adults and charged at adult rates.
All foreign nationals must share their passport and visa details at the time of arrival.
ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of arrival.

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Starting Point

Mantra on View Surfers Paradise

22 View Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

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Moreton Island Day Trip From Gold Coast Policies

The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 1 business hours of successful booking.

In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email.

Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking before confirmation and a full refund will be processed.

If cancellation are made 30 days before the date of travel then 25.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
If cancellation are made 1 days to 30 days before the date of travel then 100.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees

Moreton Island Day Trip From Gold Coast FAQs

What are all the places we can explore on a Moreton Island day trip?

A Moreton Island Day Trip From Gold Coast involves you visiting all of these places.

1. Snorkeling at Moreton Island Wrecks: This rusy collection of shipwrecks underwater is very often visited by fishes, snorkelers and turtles while discovering the vibrant beauty of corals and reefs here.

2. Cape Moreton Lighthouse: Marvel at the first lighthouse that was ever built in Queensland. It is made out of sandstone and is red in color; it also provides views of whales, dolphins, turtles and sharks too.

3. Climbing Mt. Tempest: This mountain top isn’t made out of sand and hence isn’t possible to do smoothly. Hence, if you do this, it’s like a treat for your eyes to view everything from Sunshine Coast to Gold Coast.
What is the best time to go for a Moreton Island day trip?

The best time to go for a Moreton Island Day Trip From Gold Coast are the seasons from the summers, i.e. the months of November to March as well as the autumn season which goes on from the months of April to May. The weather remains extremely pleasant throughout these two seasons and the water remains warm which makes it ideal for swimming.
How to get to Moreton Island from the Gold Coast?

There is no direct connection to get there; but what you can do instead is take a taxi to Brisbane city and then take a car ferry to Moreton island. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle to get there too.

Which are the best adventurous activities to do in Gold Coast?

Here are several adventure activities that you can participate in on the Gold Coast.

Some of those are:

1. Jet Boat Riding: Enjoy this glorious ride over the waters that goes at unprecedented levels bringing splashes of water on you and making you feel like it’s one of the best experiences you opted for.

2. Snorkeling and Scuba Diving: Go and discover marine life up close and swim with fishes. Gold Coast is known for its sands and pristine blue waters. Get a chance to witness all of this by just opting for this experience.

3. Canyon Flier Zipline Tour: Fly amongst this beauty of the Tamborine rainforest and witness the gorgeous jungles and the amazing waterfalls that it inhabits.

Can you swim at Moreton Island?

When on a Moreton Island Day Trip from Gold Coast; you won’t get the time to go swimming. But, if the opportunity arises then most of the time it is safe enough to swim on this shoreline that stretches for 11 kms., but be careful on this ever changing beachfront and get into the waters by asking people around only.

What is Moreton Island known for?

Moreton Island is known for several things including its coastal resources , exotic beaches, variety of landscapes, and is also home to the highest coastal sand dune in the world.

Which are the best adventurous activities in Gold Coast that we can book from Thrillophilia?

Here is the list of the best adventurous activities in Gold Coast that you can book from Thrillophilia:

Gold Coast Top Attractions

Surfers Paradise

Formulated and brought into existence in the 1970s, Surfers Paradise is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Australia. Packed with a ton of skylines as high as a kite, rocking night clubs, hip restaurants, an enormous beach with groovy waves and more, the place is truly a paradise not just for the surfers but for every holidaymaker and this is one of the best places to visit in Gold Coast.

Skypoint Observation Deck

Housed on the top floor of the Q1 building in Gold Coast, SkyPoint Observation Deck is a beachfront Observation deck, and the highest one of its kind. Situated at a staggering height of 230 meters above sea level, the Observation Deck commands a 360-degree view of the surrounding landscape, and offers the most scenic vantage point in all of the city and this is one of the best places to visit in Gold Coast.The Observation Deck looks down directly on the Pacific Ocean, and on the Surfer’s Paradise beach that surrounds it. If one is lucky enough, one might even spot some of the whales and narwhals swimming in the ocean at some distance! Sprawling across two levels, SkyPoint Observation Deck features a lounge bar, a spa and massage center and a bistro of its own.

Skypoint Gold Coast Observation Deck Ticket

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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Among the many attractions that lure people to Gold Coast, a visit to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary makes it to the top of the itinerary. Encased in around 27 hectares of protected rainforest, it is not less than a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife buffs. This wildlife sanctuary is a non-profit organization that has been enriching and replenishing biodiversity and wildlife at a rapid speed since the last seventy years and this is one of the best places to go in Gold Coast.

Coolangatta Beach

Coolangatta Beach is one of the most popular sandy beaches in the Gold Coast, and it is renowned for its casual beachside culture. It is a haven for the surfers who wish to explore the underwater world. If you’re an amateur and wish to surf professionally, then you can even learn surfing at the surf coaching centres over here. If you want to pace up your adrenaline to the next level, then you can also opt for skydiving over here and this is one of the best tourist places in Gold Coast.

Sea World

Sea World is one of the many amazing attractions of Australia and is located in Gold Coast, Queensland. It is comprised of an Oceanarium, Marine Mammal park, and Theme Park. Sea World is a goblet full of unmatched fun and adventure that includes exciting rides, animal exhibits, and many other entertaining attractions and this is one of the best places to visit in Gold Coast.

Burleigh Heads

When visiting Australia, Burleigh Heads is a definite stop on every tourist’s itinerary. Located on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Burleigh Heads stands right between Surfers Paradise and Coolangatta. The cool beach of Burleigh Heads is the ideal spot whether you want to enjoy water sports or simply get tanned and this is one of the best places to visit in Gold Coast.It is home to Burleigh Heads National Park that offers walking trails to enjoy nature and experience wildlife. Surrounded by pine trees, Burleigh Heads has a number of picnic spots to choose from. You can also spend time exploring the local markets that provide a wide variety of art and crafts.

Dreamworld

Dreamworld Gold Coast is the biggest theme park in Australia and is visited by more than one million people each year. However, it is not just its huge size but the immense diversity of attractions and experiences that make it such a loved-spot for locals and tourists alike. Besides being a family theme park, Dreamworld is also a conservatory which works at preserving tigers. Thus, it is not only a vacation spot but actually has great bio-significance for the people of Australia and this is one of the best places to visit in Gold Coast.

Springbrook National Park

Springbrook National Park located a few kilometres away to the South of Brisbane is a perfect getaway from the popular tourist spots with a lot of commotion and merrymaking. As the name suggests, it is a vast area surrounded by mesmerizing falls, lush green forests with a lot of adventure for the tourists and this is one of the best places to visit in Gold Coast.

Trip to Springbrook and Tamborine National Park

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