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Tangalooma Desert Safari Day Cruise with Bus Transfers from Gold Coast

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Tangalooma Desert Safari Day Cruise with Bus Transfers from Gold Coast

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Desert Safari Day Cruise

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The classic tour includes 4WD Bus Tour, Sand Toboggan Down the Sand Dunes, and an Exclusive Drive on Desert Access


The return cruise from Tangalooma to Brisbane departs at 4:00 pm approximately


Includes
  • Return boat transfers
  • A 4WD bus ride from Tangalooma to the desert
  • Masonite boards for sand tobogganing
  • Full use of resort facilities (pools, restaurants, and bars)
  • 1 standard beverage on the boat transfer
  • Lunch voucher (A$20/adult or A$15/child)
  • Same day bus transfers to/from Gold Coast

Excludes
  • Insurance
  • Tips
  • Other expenses not mentioned above
  • Personal expenses

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GBP 139.93

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Upgraded with Wild Dolphin Feeding Package

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The classic tour includes 4WD Bus Tour, Sand Toboggan Down the Sand Dunes, and an Exclusive Drive on Desert Access


The opportunity to hand-feed one of the wild bottlenose dolphins that visit the Tangalooma shores each evening at sunset is the highlight of any visit


The return cruise from Tangalooma to Brisbane departs between 7:00 pm–8:00 pm approximately


Includes
  • Return boat transfers
  • A 4WD bus ride from Tangalooma to the desert
  • Masonite boards for sand tobogganing
  • Full use of resort facilities (pools, restaurants, and bars)
  • 1 standard beverage on the boat transfer
  • Lunch voucher (A$20/adult or A$15/child)
  • Same-day bus transfers to/from Gold Coast
  • + Wild Dolphin Feeding Package
  • + Access to day lounge

Excludes
  • Insurance
  • Tips
  • Other expenses not mentioned above
  • Personal expenses

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GBP 179.01

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Upgraded with Sunset Cocktail and Wild Dolphin Viewing Package

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The classic tour includes 4WD Bus Tour, Sand Toboggan Down the Sand Dunes, and an Exclusive Drive on Desert Access


Sunset Cocktail voucher at Wheelhouse Deck or B&B's Bar only and Watch the dolphins from the jetty


The return cruise from Tangalooma to Brisbane departs at 7:00 pm approximately


For travelers under the age of 18, a voucher for one (1) mocktail, soft drink, or water will be provided


Includes
  • Return boat transfers
  • A 4WD bus ride from Tangalooma to the desert
  • Masonite boards for sand tobogganing
  • Full use of resort facilities (pools, restaurants, and bars)
  • 1 standard beverage on the boat transfer
  • Lunch voucher (A$20/adult or A$15/child)
  • Same-day bus transfers to/from Gold Coast
  • + 1 Sunset Cocktail/Mocktail Voucher
  • + Access to watch the Wild Dolphin Experience from the jetty
  • + Access to day lounge

Excludes
  • Insurance
  • Tips
  • Other expenses not mentioned above
  • Personal expenses

From
GBP 168.45

For KrisFlyer members only

Highlights

Visit Moreton Island, the world's third largest sand island, to see the
beautiful home of dolphins. Spend the day doing everything from dolphin
feeding to desert safari tours to Aussie jet boat rides. Get away from the
hustle and bustle of the city and spend the day in nature on Moreton Island.


  • Visit Tangalooma from the Gold Coast in comfort with bus transfers available every morning


  • Travel by four-wheel drive to the Moreton Island desert to experience the addictive high-speed sand tobogganing


  • See wild dolphins up close and get a chance to feed them on Moreton Island


— What You Can Expect —

Take an exciting, hassle-free trip to the Tangalooma Desert on this bus tour.
Enjoy exclusive drive-on access to the desert and a unique look into the heart
of Moreton Island. Participate in the thrilling sport of Moreton Island sand
tobogganing, reaching speeds of up to 40km per hour. Experience feeding the
wild Dolphins on an additional package and see them in their natural habitat.


Bring your friends and family for an exciting trip and book with KKday!


— Desert Safari Day Cruise —


  • 4WD bus tour through the bush to the desert
  • Sand tobogganing down the sand dunes at speeds of up to 40kmph
  • Exclusive desert access drive (only Tangalooma buses are permitted)

— Upgraded with Wild Dolphin Feeding Package —

Tangalooma is one of the few places in the world where visitors can interact
with indigenous wildlife in their natural habitat. The nightly dolphin feeding
program is only available to guests who have booked official day trips.


  • Activity time: approximately 6:00 pm–7:15 pm
  • Duration: 1 hour
  • The activity duration and return time may vary depending on the season due to dolphins feeding at sunset
  • Please dress in waterproof clothing
  • For further information about the program please click here Dolphin Feeding FAQs

— Cruise Itinerary —


  • Holt Street Wharf to/from Tangalooma Island Resort
  • Departure: 10:00 am
  • Basic Day Cruise Return Time: 4:00 pm
  • Upgraded Package Return Time: 7:00 pm–8:00 pm


  • Duration: 75 minutes each way



The itinerary assumes a 10:00 am departure time, which may vary depending on
the season and weather conditions; please refer to the voucher for the actual
timetable


— Bus Transfers —


  • Transfer from Gold Coast hotels to Holt Street for the connecting ferry at 10:00 am
  • Return bus transfers are available for guests on the same day, returning to the same above pick-up points
  • Please select your Pick-up/Drop-off Hotel when making your reservation. If your hotel is not on the list, please choose another nearby location
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Itinerary

  • 10:00

    Depart from Holt Street Wharf to start the tour
  • 11:15

    Arrive at Moreton Island
  • 12:00

    Use your lunch voucher and grab lunch from any of the food outlets
  • 13:30

    Experience a unique look into Moreton Island's heart before taking part in the exhilarating sport of Moreton Island sand tobogganing, reaching speeds of up to 40km per hour
  • 15:30

    Get your boat ticket from the ticket hut when check-in opens
  • 16:00

    Take a boat from Tangalooma Jetty
  • 17:15

    Arrive back at Holt Street Wharf (Brisbane)
  • 18:00

    [Upgrade Package] Sunset Cocktail Package including Wild Dolphin Viewing
  • 18:30

    [Upgrade Package] Wild Dolphin Feeding Package
  • 19:00

    Depart from Tangalooma Jetty (for joined Upgrade Package travelers)
  • 20:45

    Arrive back at Holt Street Wharf (Brisbane) (for joined Upgrade Package travelers)

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Additional information

Purchase Notice
  • Weather, tides, and weather conditions all impact wild dolphin watching and feeding activities. Although wild dolphins are not guaranteed to appear, there is a 98% chance of seeing them
  • Eco Ranger experiences are not always available on a daily basis and are subject to change, availability, and animal attendance
  • Include a A$20/adult or A$15/child lunch voucher to be redeemed at any operating food outlet at Tangalooma Island Resort during your visit, with no change given
  • Travelers are allowed one (1) carry-on bag with dimensions of 56cm (height) x 36cm (width) x 23cm (depth)
  • All tours, cruises, and activities are subject to weather and availability
  • Please refer to the official website for FAQs in details and Luggage Information
Reminders
Check-in at Holt Street Wharf begins at least 1 hour before departure
Please keep in mind that flash photography is not permitted while dolphins are being fed. Please do not enter the water wearing insect repellents, perfumes, deodorants, or sunscreen. Travelers suffering from a cold, flu, or respiratory illness are not permitted to participate. Wear something that can get wet and take off any sharp or large hand jewelry (the Eco Centre rents out waterproof waders). Before handling the fish, wash your hands in the bucket provided. Violators will be asked to immediately leave the water
Travelers are allowed one (1) carry-on bag with dimensions of 56cm (height) x 36cm (width) x 23cm (depth)
How to Use Your Voucher
Please present the e-voucher on-site

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