Private Tour
Private Luxury Gondola Cruise through Surfers Paradise Canals
Overview
1 hour 30 minutes
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Enjoy the Gold Coast in a way most people never experience — aboard your own private gondola.
Step aboard with up to five guests and glide through the beautiful waterways of Main Beach and Surfers Paradise on a private uncatered gondola cruise.
This relaxed and flexible experience lets you bring your own food and drinks, so you can create the perfect on-water picnic exactly how you like it.
Pack a grazing platter, pop a bottle of champagne, or simply bring your favourite snacks and enjoy them while drifting past luxury waterfront homes and sparkling city views.
Whether it’s a catch-up with friends, a birthday celebration, or a laid-back family outing, your gondola is completely private, comfortable, and all yours for the duration of the cruise.
No crowds. No rush. Just great company and stunning Gold Coast scenery.
Bring the food, bring the drinks, and let Gold Coast Gondolas take care of the rest.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
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
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Meet us at the Marriott marina which is located behind the pool area to board your private gondola. Step aboard your gondola that has romantic music playing in the background and sink into the plush sheepskin covered seats. Once seated we will take some photo's for you and do a quick safety briefing. You will then embark on your private gondola cruise for 1.5 hours. Cruise past the multi-million dollar mansions of Main Beach, Budds Beach, Chevron Island and Paradise Waters.
HOTA, Home of the Arts
Cruise past the iconic HOTA, Home of the Arts, the Gold Coast’s premier cultural and entertainment precinct. As you glide along the canals, enjoy unique views of this vibrant landmark beautifully set against the Surfers Paradise skyline.
What‘s Included
Romantic music
Red carpet arrival
1.5 hour private cruise
Options
Private Luxury Gondola Cruise through Surfers Paradise Canals
Reviews
17 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Relaxing and romantic
robyn v,Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It is very scenic and romantic , lovely trip with my daughters and the wine and platter of food is so generous
Perfect way to end an evening
Alysshia M,Apr 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Such a beautiful experience. The staff were quite courteous and the gondola was beautifully decorated and surprisingly quite private. The views were amazing and the food was good.
Great experience! My...
Natasha H,Jan 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience! My husband and I went for our 3 year wedding anniversary and it was the most fun and relaxing experience with great food and music!
Couples Gondola ride.
GlennM868,Aug 16, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Booked this from NZ for wife's Bday for the Wednesday, Company were very obliging when we asked to change the day due to weather conditions,amazing experience to have on a Gondola with Jim as our host,trip,food,wine, music & comfort excellent,well worth doing.
Truly a dinner cruise like no other
GLC 12,Jul 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a beautiful experience, from the setting, the music, the views and the food. Such a unique way to have a romantic dinner. Highly recommend... Thank you!!
Must do experience
TravelingTandP,Mar 15, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was pleasantly impressed by the smooth ride. Im not the best person to take out on the water. This was a lovely evening treat. The service was reassuring, calm and made me feel safe. The views were so pretty. I highly recommend this activity. 10/10. Thank you
A Fabulous exclusive and intimate experience
T7164YGgeorger,Feb 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went on a Sunset dinner package for our 20th wedding anniversary and it was an absolutely amazing experience, fitting of such a special event. The Gondolier was an absolute delight, before and after the cruise, whilst we barely noticed him during the cruise, so we had a very private time to ourselves with a fantastic dinner. The office staff went out of their way to cater for us at Very short notice. We definitely recommend Gold Coast Gondolas for any special event.
Awesome romantic experience!
fanga607,Feb 14, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience! We went for a dinner cruise during sunset, views and cruise were outstanding, perfect romantic atmosphere, great food and service. An experience we will surely remember, highly recommended.
Worth it, this is a perfect time
RobertWYX,Sep 24, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It is a perfect experience and they can provide you wonderful time, delicious food, private space and of course a memorable moment.
Amazing views of the...
Chloe L,Aug 8, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing views of the city, the ride was very calm and hardly felt like we were on a boat. Food was amazing, and the workers were friendly. 10/10 experience!!!!!
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