Gold Coast Skippered Canal Cruise
Overview
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 luxurious, unique electric boat, providing the ultimate experience in relaxation, fun and soft adventure. Our custom built boats are safe, and are particularly good for those people who have never been on a boat before. When you glide across the water, you'll be treated to a totally different boating experience, silky smooth and whisper quiet, your senses will thank you! Truly unwind and feel at one with the shimmering waters as you enjoy the peaceful and serene experience of having a guide onboard. From the moment you embark, your tour will encompass all of what the Gold Coast is famous for: Cruising the the magnificent canals, showcasing some of the Gold Coast prestigious real estate, spectacular skyline and wildlife. Duration: 1-5 hours skippered cruise for up to 10 people.
What's Included
- Skippered Sightseeing cruise
- Small-group tour (maximum of 10 people)
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks for breakfast, lunch or dinner (pre-order catering available to purchase)
Meeting Location
36 Paradise Place
Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Surfers Paradise (pass by)
Labrador (pass by)
Runaway Bay (pass by)
Broadwater Parklands (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Tour Guide: Narrative - English
- Locations visited will depend on the length of time you have chosen for your tour
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Wheelchairs can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark,
- Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately. At our discretion in the event of inclement weather as safety needs to be in the forefront of our minds if conditions are less than ideal we will be happy to re-schedule the tour to a date and time suitable to you/the customer. All vessels are equipped for all weather boating, we are not obligated to refund if conditions are not to your liking.
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Gold Coast Skippered Canal Cruise?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-52794P3
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 18 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST).
- Skippered Sightseeing cruise.
- Small-group tour (maximum of 10 people).
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (available to purchase).
- Food and drinks for breakfast, lunch or dinner (pre-order catering available to purchase).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Gold Coast Skippered Canal Cruise is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Gold Coast Skippered Canal Cruise will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Skippered Sightseeing cruise
- Small-group tour (maximum of 10 people)
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks for breakfast, lunch or dinner (pre-order catering available to purchase)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Tour Guide: Narrative - English
- Locations visited will depend on the length of time you have chosen for your tour
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Wheelchairs can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark,
- Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately. At our discretion in the event of inclement weather as safety needs to be in the forefront of our minds if conditions are less than ideal we will be happy to re-schedule the tour to a date and time suitable to you/the customer. All vessels are equipped for all weather boating, we are not obligated to refund if conditions are not to your liking.
