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Koala Cruise to Lone Pine Sanctuary

Cruise the beautiful Brisbane River and visit the world-famous Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary! Spot city sights along the way, enjoy onboard refreshments and spend 3 hours getting close to Australia’s incredible wildlife. Ready for an unforgettable day? Keep reading to discover more!

Set sail on a scenic journey along the Brisbane River with our Koala and River Cruise! Departing from a central city location, this relaxing cruise takes you from the vibrant waterfront to lush suburbs dotted with luxurious mansions. Along the way, enjoy fascinating commentary on Brisbane’s landmarks and history.

Once you arrive at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, you'll have 3 hours to explore Australia’s largest koala sanctuary. Get up close with over 130 koalas, hand-feed friendly kangaroos and emus and witness incredible shows like the Australian sheepdog demonstration and a breathtaking birds of prey display. You might even spot a rare platypus swimming in its natural habitat!

Feeling peckish? Treat yourself to homemade snacks, morning tea, or lunch from the onboard café (at your own expense). Whether you’re a wildlife lover or just seeking a relaxing day out, this cruise promises unforgettable Aussie memories.

Book your Koala Cruise today and create your own adventure!

Departs:

This tour departs every day of the week excluding Christmas Day and ANZAC Day.

Start times:

The cruise departs from Cultural Centre Pontoon at 9.00am. Boarding starts at 8.30am.

Duration:

Around 6.5 hours. You will have 3 hours to explore at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. The cruise takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes to travel to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.

Experience Includes

  • Scenic River Cruise on the Brisbane River to the oldest and largest koala sanctuary in the world
  • Admission to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
  • Witness over 130 charming koalas up close
  • Three hours to explore, hand-feed kangaroos and emus, and see amazing birds of prey
  • Enjoy informative commentary throughout the cruise
  • Flexible Booking: Cancel with a full refund or amend for free!*

Experience Excludes

  • Morning teas, meals, snacks and beverages. These are available to purchase on board
  • Hotel transfers

Terms & Conditions

  • Morning teas, lunch and snacks are available in the on-board cafe (at your own expense)
  • The itinerary may be altered due to public holidays and is subject to change without notice.
  • Children from 0-2 years are not catered for.
  • Hotel transfers are not included. The cruise departs from Cultural Centre Pontoon located on the Boardwalk outside the Queensland Art Gallery/GOMA Cultural Precinct at Southbank.
  • Please note: There are 28 stairs to climb from the boat to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary entry gates.
  • *Cancellation Policy: Free cancellations and amendments are allowed for bookings cancelled with the tour operator up to 24 hours before your chosen activity date. Please keep in mind that there is a significant time difference between Australia and the UK, so be sure to allow for this when making your cancellation. After the 24-hour window, no amendments or refunds will be provided.