Gold Coast and Wavebreak Island Cultural Small Group Cruise
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
The Cruise with Culture tour offers a rare opportunity to experience the Gold Coast Broadwater through the lens of its First Nations people. Aboard the luxurious Kokomo vessel, guests will explore stunning waterways while learning about the deep cultural connections to land and sea. Highlights include an Acknowledgement of Country, insights into Aboriginal customs, and a Yarning Circle at Wave Break Island, where guests can engage in meaningful discussions with an Aboriginal guide. This immersive experience blends breathtaking scenery with authentic storytelling, offering a deeper appreciation of the region’s rich heritage.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
The Spit (Moondarewa) is a culturally significant site featured on the Cruise with Culture tour. Once a thriving area for Aboriginal communities, it remains an important place of connection to land and sea. As you cruise through these waters, discover its deep history, ecological significance, and enduring cultural importance.
Wavebreak Island
At Wave Break Island, take part in a Yarning Circle—a unique opportunity to engage with an Aboriginal guide, ask questions, and gain a deeper understanding of the traditions and cultural practices of the Yugambeh language-speaking people.
Options
Gold Coast and Wavebreak Island Cultural Small Group Cruise
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Restroom on board
Bottled water
Private transportation
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A rich cultural experience
X7202DEalanw,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have been wanting to do the Cruise with Culture for quite some time, and finally got the opportunity to come to the Gold Coast to do it. An absolute ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ️️️️️ experience. A great collaboration between Kokomo Cruises and Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre. The team from Kokomo provide a lovely cruising experience, whilst the guide (Heidi was our wonderful guide) from the cultural centre creates such a beautiful and respectful cultural exchange, that expands your knowledge of Aboriginal culture, history and experience. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the Gold Coast.
Cultural Cruise Experience
I1832XLglendam,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a wonderful cruise. It was a very relaxed but informative tour. I learnt so much about the local mob- salt water people. The ‘yarning circle’ was a great opportunity to ask questions freely. Thank you Jellurgal Cultural Centre for providing this great educational experience. So proud of of this wonderful culture.
Cruise with history
peterjJ4423VB,Aug 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Friendly and informative experience. Has certainly enhanced my understanding of the life and importance of place to the local first peoples.
NAIDOC Week Cruise - Being Belonging Becoming
rheeb2025,Jul 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This cruise was a special one during NAIDOC week. The dynamic duo of Uncle John Graham and Heidi worked so well together! We were so lucky to see a stingray and dolphins and so much local knowledge.
A relaxed learning experience
A920NJrosemaryb,May 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a most informative relaxed cruise. The staff from the centre and the boat were very welcoming and professional. I have mobility issues and everyone was very helpful. Go on this cruise, you will love it and learn a lot about our first nations people Rosemary
Incredible daytrip on Jellurgal tour
N5916QKnicoled,Apr 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our group had the most wonderful experience with the Jellurgal crew, Jailen, Heidi and Kaelyn and the Kokomo crew on the Wavebreak Island boat tour. They were so open and gracious about sharing their incredible culture with us and we felt so welcomed by their beautiful, kind souls. We learnt so much about the clans of the Yugambeh people especially during our beautiful yarning circle. Thank you for sharing your beautiful culture with us! We are so grateful!
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Operated by Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre