4 Canal Cruises in Australia Worth Flying For

1.The Original 1-Hour Mooloolaba Canal Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 310 reviews · from $25Our pick

Cruise Mooloolaba’s canals for an hour, see Croc One, hear local stories, steer the boat, and enjoy coastal views for $25.10.

“Ken and Georgia were absolutely wonderful as skipper and host for this leisurely and entertaining cruise of the Mooloolaba canals. Very relaxing. Highlight was Ken organising for everyone on the boat to sing 'happy birthday' to my mum who turned 80 years old the day we went. It made her day! I highly recommend this tour.”

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2.Surfers Paradise: Sightseeing Morning River and Canal Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 298 reviews · 1h 30m · from $19

Review the $19 Surfers Paradise morning cruise for canals, mansions, dolphins, morning tea, helpful guides, and practical booking tips.

“Great morning exploring the area. well organised with yummy morning tea. well done”

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3.Surfers Paradise: Sightseeing Midday River and Canal Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 160 reviews · 1 hour · from $14Best value

Review the Surfers Paradise midday river cruise, with canal views, dolphin spotting, onboard commentary, a bar, and strong value for one hour.

“It was a lovely informative cruise with a delicious lunch. Staff all very friendly and helpful and chatty, shame the ladies in the bar talked over the top of the commentary.”

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4.Mooloolaba: Canal Cruise with Commentary

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 143 reviews · 1 hour · from $24

Cruise Mooloolaba’s canals aboard the historic M.V. Mudjimba, with local commentary, mansion views, Croc One, wildlife, drinks, and great value.

“Great hour long cruise around the canals viewing all the fabulous houses and boats on the water. Great commentary about the area and houses and some good jokes dropped in along the way. Really enjoyed it and would recommend. Good value 😊”

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