Hopo Ferry and Sightseeing Cruises - Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast

Full Day

Cruise the stunning Gold Coast waterways aboard Hopo, the city's only hop-on hop-off explorer and best-value sightseeing tour!
Hopo Ferry cruising on the water
Family on Hopo Ferry cruising on the water
Surfers Paradise Views
Hopo Kiosk
Hopo Destination Map
HOTA Home Of The Arts
Sea World Theme Park
Gold Coast Aqua Park
Embark on a 2-hour Sightseeing Cruise, departing from Surfers Paradise every hour. Or grab the popular Day Pass and discover the 5 must-do destinations:

Surfers Paradise
HOTA, Home of the Arts
Marina Mirage
Southport Broadwater Parklands
Sea World

Experience the best of the waterways, with 360-degree views of the iconic Surfers Paradise city skyline, famous landmarks, luxury homes of the rich and famous, art galleries, spectacular super-yachts, and vast beautiful parklands.

Enjoy a drink from the onboard bar whilst the friendly captain keeps you entertained with informative commentary, music, local tips and wildlife spotting.

Kids can also meet the captain and have a turn driving the boat. During the sightseeing cruise, you might also be lucky enough to spot a dolphin!

Tickets are validated upon boarding.

Information

Website

www.hopo.com.au

Address

10 Ferny Avenue, Queensland, 4217

Get directions

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