River Cruises in Gold Coast
Compare 43 river cruises in Gold Coast, with prices from €17. Top rated: Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises (4.9★).
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Recent reviews of tours and tickets on this page.
jenniferrU4120FA·2026-05-11·
★ 5.0
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise
River cruise
Great trip, commentary could be a little louder - couldn’t hear some of it
Wander826746·2024-12-26·
★ 5.0
Gold Coast Skippered Canal Cruise
Excellent experience
Excellent and relaxing experience surrounded by beautiful scenery coupled with informative information about the area. Would highly recommend.
Journey14731696978·2024-12-23·
★ 5.0
Surfers Paradise - 2 Hour Gold Coast Sightseeing Cruise
Great ferry ride
Great way to spend a couple of hours, the captain was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Grab the seats on the front if you can,as the breeze was wonderful on a humid day. We didn’t hop off at any location but if you plan ahead it could be worthwhile. There’s parking at shopping centre on Cavil across from the start point for the ferry. Cold drinks are available for purchase on board but there are no toilets on the ferry.
Frequently asked questions
What are the cheapest river cruises in Gold Coast?
The Surfers Paradise - 2 Hour Gold Coast Sightseeing Cruise is the lowest price here, at €17 per adult. Typical prices are €38 to €177. Private and full-day options cost more.
What happens if I need to cancel?
For 43 of the 43 experiences here you get a full refund if you cancel in time, usually up to 24 hours before. The deadline is shown on each booking page.
Will I be picked up from my accommodation?
Four experiences on this page include pickup, such as the Romantic Birthday Dinner Cruise for Two on a Private Gondola. For the rest, the meeting point is in your booking confirmation.
Are there short options if I'm in a hurry?
Yes. 28 options take 2 hours or less. Most last about 2 hours.
Will my booking be confirmed straight away?
For 42 of the 43 experiences, yes: you get an instant confirmation and a mobile voucher. The rest are confirmed by the operator, usually within 48 hours.
Are there tours in languages other than English?
English is the most common, offered by 40 experiences, followed by Japanese. Use the Language filter to narrow the list.
Which tour do travellers rate highest?
The 2 hour PRIVATE Sunset Sailing Cruise up to 4 pax with bubbles is rated 5.0 from 152 reviews, the highest on this page among experiences with at least 50 reviews.
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