Guests boarding Aquaduck vehicle for Sunshine Coast city tour and river cruise.
Aquaduck tour boat sailing near Sunshine Coast skyline.
Family on Aquaduck Sunshine Coast tour holding certificate, seated on river cruise boat.
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Aquaduck tour boat cruising along Sunshine Coast with city skyline in the background.
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Aquaduck amphibious vehicle entering water on Sunshine Coast city tour and river cruise.

Aquaduck Sunshine Coast: 1 Hour City Tour & River Cruise

Sunshine Coast
Sightseeing Cruises
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Duration: 1 hour (approx.)

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Explore the Sunshine Coast with Aquaduck's unique 1 Hour City Tour & River Cruise, offering an original amphibious experience since 1996. Begin your journey on land visiting iconic spots like Surfers Paradise Beach and Mooloolaba Beach, then transition smoothly into a river cruise for stunning sea views. This tour showcases over two million satisfied customers' favorite attractions of the Sunshine Coast.

Experience a mix of terrestrial adventure and aquatic exploration on this Sunshine Coast land and water tour!

The amphibious Aquaduck offers an exciting journey as it effortlessly moves from road to river.

Drive along the Esplanade and the famous Sunshine Strip, enjoying picturesque views.

Navigate through canals lined with lavish mega-mansions during your cruise of numerous waterways.

Marvel at the beauty of Mooloolah River and its diverse sea life up close.

Children get a unique opportunity to take on the role of captain aboard The Aquaduck.

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Guests boarding Aquaduck vehicle for Sunshine Coast city tour and river cruise.

Guests boarding Aquaduck vehicle for Sunshine Coast city tour and river cruise.

Your Experience

The Aquaduck Sunshine Coast: 1 Hour City Tour & River Cruise offers a unique journey through the top attractions of the Sunshine Coast. Operating since 1996, this original amphibious tour has delighted over 2.2 million visitors in Australia.

Your Onboard Journey Begins on Land

The adventure starts with an engaging land tour that highlights key spots such as Surfers Paradise Beach and its adjacent Esplanade, the vibrant Sunshine Strip, and Mooloolaba Beach. After exploring these landmarks, your vehicle transitions into a cruise ship for aquatic exploration.

Discover Aquatic Wonders

Sail through the scenic Mooloolah River while observing diverse sea life along the coast. Your onboard guide will provide fascinating insights about the geography and culture of the area as you pass by notable spots like The Sunshine Coast Harbor, bustling with trawlers and ships.

Explore Urban Waterways

Navigate through a network of canals and waterways where luxurious waterfront mansions are on display. Children in your group have an exciting opportunity to take the helm as captain of the Aquaduck!

Mementos for Kids

  • Children will receive an Aquaduck captain’s certificate.

The tour concludes after a thrilling one-hour journey, returning you to your starting point. Located in Australia near landmarks such as The Sunshine Coast Harbor and Mooloolaba Beach, this experience offers both excitement and learning opportunities for all ages.

Aquaduck tour boat sailing near Sunshine Coast skyline.

Aquaduck tour boat sailing near Sunshine Coast skyline.

Family on Aquaduck Sunshine Coast tour holding certificate, seated on river cruise boat.

Family on Aquaduck Sunshine Coast tour holding certificate, seated on river cruise boat.

Child and guide giving thumbs up inside Aquaduck vehicle, Sunshine Coast skyline visible.

Child and guide giving thumbs up inside Aquaduck vehicle, Sunshine Coast skyline visible.

Important Information

  • You must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over if you are under the age of 16.
  • Please make sure to arrive at your meeting point 20 minutes before your scheduled departure time.

The AquaDuck staff will allocate seating in advance for all guests.

Restrictions

    No storage is available on board or at the departure area for prams and large bags. Please keep them in your car or hotel room, as unattended strollers are not allowed on SEA LIFE premises.

    Timings

      The experience runs daily with departures at 10am, 11:15am, 12:30pm, 3pm, and 4:15pm.

      Aquaduck tour boat cruising along Sunshine Coast with city skyline in the background.

      Aquaduck tour boat cruising along Sunshine Coast with city skyline in the background.

      Aquaduck amphibious vehicle parked on Sunshine Coast street for city tour and river cruise.

      Aquaduck amphibious vehicle parked on Sunshine Coast street for city tour and river cruise.

      Arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes early for a smooth start to your tour.

      If traveling with children under 16, ensure they are accompanied by an adult aged 18 or above.

      To avoid inconvenience during boarding, leave any prams and large bags in your car or hotel as there's no storage available on board.

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      FAQs

      No, any personal expenses incurred during the tour are not included and must be taken care of by participants themselves.
      Yes, your cruise will include a knowledgeable onboard tour guide who will provide information about the attractions you see along the way.
      You need to arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes prior to your scheduled time for this tour.
      The Aquaduck Sunshine Coast: 1 Hour City Tour & River Cruise includes a land tour of the Esplanade, Surfers Paradise Beach, and Sunshine Strip. It also features a water cruise along canals with mega-mansions and through the Mooloolah River to view sea life.
      The entire experience lasts for one hour, combining both land and water tours on the Aquaduck.
      Your booking includes the Aquaduck tour ticket as part of your experience package.
      Yes, all seats are pre-allocated by AquaDuck staff during the cruise.
      The Aquaduck offers an original amphibious tour of Australia, transitioning from land to a river cruise. It has been operating on the Sunshine Coast since 1996 and boasts over 2.2 million satisfied customers.
      There is no storage for prams or large bags either onboard or at the departure point. It's advised to leave them in your car or hotel room, as unattended strollers are not allowed on SEA LIFE premises.
      Children aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult who is at least 18 years old during the Aquaduck Sunshine Coast tour.
      The ticket includes your participation on this exciting land and water tour of the top attractions along the Sunshine Coast, operated by AquaDuck since 1996.
      Guests aged 16 and under are required to have an accompanying adult who is at least 18 years old.
      AquaDuck staff will pre-allocate seating arrangements for you during the tour.
      The Aquaduck amphibious vehicle transitions from a road-going bus to a cruise ship on water, providing an exciting experience along both land and sea routes.
      Yes, you will cruise through canals and waterways that offer views of sea life as well as explore parts of the Mooloolah River.
      The experience begins with a land tour that includes attractions such as the Esplanade and Sunshine Strip.
      This one-hour city tour combines both sightseeing on land and cruising along waterways.
      You need to be present at the meeting point 20 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time.
      There is no storage available onboard or at the departure point, so please leave them in your car or hotel room. Unattended strollers are not permitted on SEA LIFE premises.
      During the land segment, you'll travel through notable locations such as the Esplanade near Surfers Paradise Beach and Sunshine Strip before heading to Mooloolaba Beach.

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