Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise
Overview
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2 hours
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Set sail on the stunning waters of the Gold Coast on this exclusive, two-hour lunch and sightseeing cruise, departing from a convenient spot in the heart of Surfers Paradise. Step aboard our luxurious vessel Spirit of Elston, and enjoy one of the best sightseeing and dining experiences on the Gold Coast. Panoramic views from the spacious upper deck showcase some of the city's most famous landmarks - such as the glittering waters of the Gold Coast Broadwater, Sea World, HOTA (Home of the Arts) and the glamorous Imperial Hotel Gold Coast. Satisfy your appetite with an irresistible buffet lunch, including locally sourced king prawns, succulent roast chicken, freshly baked ham off the bone and delicious salads. Pair lunch with wine, craft beer or treat yourself to a tasty cocktail. Head upstairs to the open-air top-deck and soak in the sunshine with a drink in hand, while listening to entertaining commentary from our expert crew about the iconic Gold Coast.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
After boarding your sightseeing boat at Cavill Avenue, depart from the heart of Surfers Paradise and follow the winding Nerang River past the glittering skyscrapers and hotels of the Gold Coast. While cruising, enjoy a delicious buffet lunch of prawns and chicken, salads and tropical fruit, with drinks available for sale from the licensed bar. With indoor and outdoor seating, you can dine with fabulous 360-degree views on the sundeck or inside in air-conditioned comfort. The route travels north to Broadwater, past the magnificent homes of the rich and famous. From the water, have fabulous views of such famous Gold Coast attractions as Sea World, the luxury yachts and wharves of the Marina Mirage resort complex and the Palazzo Versace -- Australia’s only six-star resort hotel. Listen to the onboard commentary and relax in the sunshine with the opportunity to purchase tea and coffee on this leisurely Gold Coast lunch cruise.
What‘s Included
Comfortable air conditioned lower deck with full amenities
Take in the spectacular skyline views of the famous Surfers Paradise
Entertaining and informative onboard commentary
Fully stocked onboard bar for optional beverage purchases
Gold Coast waterways cruise
Tropical Buffet Lunch with fresh prawns
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Options
Outside Seating
Outside Seating: The outside table option is weather dependant, if it rains, booking will be cancelled.
Inside Seating
Inside Seating
Reviews
283 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nothing special not that worth it..
laurenciat2026,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Nothing special the vierity of food is not a lot, staff very friendly, the cruise need updating..
If you want the best experience go updect
Stretchedout,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Was ok been on better in Mooloolaba more informative. Lunch was fresh and yummy, not enough choices of largar for my husband. The things that let it down. The internal tannoy system let the whole experience down. Unless you went on the top deck you could not hear the captain speaking. Only thing we took from the experience was house prices.
Delicious and Relaxing cruise
suewJ1924AR,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Easy to book we sat at an outside table. We loved the comfy loungers, where we enjoyed the $15 Margherita specials. The lunch was delicious and plentiful- fresh prawns, mussels, ham on the bone and scrumptious lemon chicken and rice. Dessert was passion fruit pavlova with fresh mango, crisp chocolate brownie and fresh fruit. Great scenery, going under bridges and past interesting locations. The tour included interesting info of landmarks with good music inbetween. Highly recommend.
Lunch, a few drinks and a boat ride
286greigm,May 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great food and selection of beverages. Great to hear about the area even as a local resident. Cant wait for whale season...love being a tourist at home.
FANTASTIC DINNER CRUISE EXPERIENCE.Professional,brilliant food, best of service with attention to detail. Clean
B2261GSsusank,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The evening dinner cruise was super.from the reception greeting to the captain 🧑✈️ and the staff and the catering. We were made welcome, shown to our beautiful white table clothed tables, which held a small vase and live greenery, thank you, a beautiful and thoughtful touch. Having the white tables clothes made all the difference to a romantic and cosy dining experience. Everything on board was spotlessly clean. The furniture, the washrooms, the seating, the floor, the bar, the servers, so clean and refreshing. The service was faultless. The staff were extremely engaging and the captain entertaining. The on board musician was a delight with a range of music to soothe the night away. And the food, so fresh. Plentiful, and absolutely delicious. Congratulations to all that served that night and to the chef for her wonderful barramundi and roast foods selections. The vegetarian dishes were delightful as were the sweets, and the perfect coffee. There was no skimping on this experience, well worth the money for the evening. Extremely professional in its execution.
Viator royal stuff up
Lee M,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The cruise is great but Viator changed the date without informing us so we turned up on a day we had booked and confirmed and there was no places for our party of 7. Awful. Had to travel back on another occasion when Viator sent the correctly dated tickets through.
Great experience even in rain
Jo P,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great food was great experience overall. Unfortunately it rained and we were seated inside and did not like table in middle of room as opposed to window seat obviously result of having to cater for those otherwise outside but all else fantastic
As above + GREAT
brucem277,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Skipper was sensational with his knowledge of the Gold Coast waterways & happy disposition + the food was wonderfull with great service from ALL the girl crew
Amazing staff, views and food.
977christys,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great value for money and the staff are brilliant. Food was amazing. Highly recommend.
Must do cruise
Karen V,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a wonderful afternoon. The staff were attentive and the food was so fresh and delicious. The prawns were great. Highly recommend this cruise.
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