Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
Overview
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Travel to Moreton Island from Brisbane or the Gold Coast for a full day of fun in the sun. Your guide takes you by 4WD vehicle along the sands to Tangalooma Wrecks, where you'll see incredible coral reefs on snorkel and kayak outings. You'll also go inland for an exhilarating sandboarding experience on massive sand dunes. This action-packed tour includes a lunch on the beach and time to soak up the scenery of lovely Moreton Island, the third largest sand island in the world. We are the only company that does 3 activties on a full-day tour!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
National park and ferry fees AU$80 (per adult) / AU$60 (per child 13 years & under) must be paid to the driver upon departure
MUST contact us to change pick up locations
This tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
This tour is not suitable for young infants under 4 years old
Please bring towel, swimwear, sunscreen & hat
No refunds for all No Shows
Office hours are 9am - 5pm, you must contact us by phone after work hours.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Life Vests for Non-swimmers
Wetsuits FOC
Fully Guided Tour
Transport by 4 Wheel Drive Bus on Moreton Island
Jetski Assist for Non-swimmers
Shuttle Bus Transfers from Brisbane Coach Terminal and Gold Coast
Sandwich lunch
Kayaks, Sandboards & Snorkeling Equipment
Additional food and drinks (available to purchase)
Private hotel pickup and drop-off
Swim Wear, Beach Towel & Sunscreen
National Park & Ferry Fees - Payable on departure - Children 60
What To Expect
Moreton Island
In the morning, your 4WD coach picks you up from the Gold Coast or Brisbane, then travels to the ferry to Moreton Island. During the 75-minute ferry ride across Moreton Bay, take in views from the deck or cabin, keep an eye out for dolphins and other marine life. When you reach the island, your 4WD-vehicle drives along the sand to the Tangalooma Wrecks where you have several options for beachside fun. Follow your guide on a snorkeling tour of the famous shipwrecks; the 15 vessels were purposely sunk here to create a breakwall. This resulting reef is home to colorful corals, tropical fish, trevally, yellowtail, wobbegong, kingfish and more. If snorkeling doesn’t appeal to you, use the provided transparent bodyboards to paddle in search of turtles, reef fish, coral and other critters, or simply relax on the white-sand beach. After the snorkel tour, your guide serves a picnic lunch before leading a tour on transparent kayaks to explore the Tangalooma Wrecks. Stay dry as you view an amazing array of fish right below your kayak. (Please note that a 4WD tour around the island will replace the snorkeling and kayaking if conditions are unfavorable). Next, hang on tight as your driver takes your 4WD on rough inland tracks to tall sand dunes that are ideal for sandboarding, a fun, high-adrenaline activity comparable to tobogganing. It is possible to reach speeds of up to 30 mphr (50 kph) as you zip down the dunes. After sandboarding, return to the coast and enjoy a swim at Tangalooma Beach (if time allows). Then catch the ferry back to the mainland and reach Brisbane or the Gold Coast in the evening.
Options
Brisbane
Departs from the Brisbane Coach Terminal at 7am
Starting point:
Brisbane Coach Terminal, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia
Gold Coast
Departs from the Mantra On View Hotel at 5:45am
Starting point:
Mantra on View Surfers Paradise, 22 View Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia
MiCat Ferry, Port of Brisbane
Departs from the MiCat Ferry, Port of Brisbane (Self-drive option)
Starting point:
Moreton Island Adventures, 14 Howard Smith Dr, Port Of Brisbane QLD 4178, Australia
Reviews
580 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
All supporting officials were excellent in their work. Thanks to Team
Rakesh P,
Oct 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Go for it. A very good experience. Ocean, Sand and Wild together. Trained officials. Safety first. Beautiful environment.
Unforgettable Experience!
Marie D,
Sep 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00We really enjoyed our trip! The crew were approachable and had a good sense of humor. Snorkeling was amazing—there were lots of fish to see. I also learned how to kayak, and it was still fun even though there were lots of people around. At first, I thought I wouldn’t enjoy sandboarding, but going to the desert was such a thrill. The bumpy ride on the 4WD was so much fun! Sandboarding turned out to be a great experience too. I even ate some sand while sliding, and realized it’s actually crunchy. Overall, it was truly an unforgettable experience for the whole family.
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Imogen H,
Sep 22, 2025
- Viator
4.00Really good trip but quite pricey, $80 on top of trip for ferry. Sand boarding was fun. The snorkelling was the best bit. A good tour for people who maybe aren’t super confident in the ocean but personally a little bit slow for someone who is. Nice lunch. Wish we spent more time on the wrecks.
Enjoyed the day, the...
Rebecca E,
Sep 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Enjoyed the day, the weather was against us with strong winds and current. But still enjoyed the experience. Darcy, Ryan and Jacob worked hard to make it enjoyable.
The experience was great...
Victoria G,
Sep 10, 2025
- Viator
4.00The experience was great and totally worth if you only have one day to visit the island. The guides were professional, fun and well organized. We enjoyed all activities. My recommendation for improvements would be lunch. Lunch felt subpar by making your own tortilla which we didn’t have that much time and it was messy. I think it would be best to either tell people to bring your own lunch or prepackage it. The other recommendation is to slow things down a bit. I know there are three activities to do but maybe have to pick two to enjoy the island a bit more. Again despite it being a bit rushed it was a great trip and would recommend it.
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