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Seafood Cruises Sunshine Coast

WEEKLY CRUISES

Seafood Buffet Cruise

If you love seafood you have found the perfect Mooloolaba River cruise! Enjoy a delicious seafood buffet that includes rock oysters, ocean prawns, crabs and a choice of salads.

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Seafood Lunch Cruise

Not only can you take the view to new heights with exclusive access to our outdoor viewing decks, but with the cruise including live commentary you can also learn a little more about our beautiful region.

Sunset Cruise Mooloolaba

Soak up Mooloolaba’s beautiful sunsets while cruising the canals. Grab yourself a glass of bubbles, a cocktail, wine or beer from our fully licensed bar on board.

SPECIAL CRUISES

High Tea Cruise

Like never before in Mooloolaba. Cruise the canals whilst indulging in an elegant high tea, all the delights of sweet and savoury with tea and coffee or maybe some bubbles from the licensed bar on board.

Celebrate a special occasion, catch up with friends, book your hen’s party, baby shower, birthday or charity event on our special High Tea. Held every first Saturday of the month, it’s a cruise not to be missed!

Christmas Lights

Come join us for a family night viewing the spectacular Christmas lights from the comfort of our fully licensed boat with indoor seating or have exclusive access to our outdoor viewing decks.

Private Charters

Alternatively if you would like to hire the boat just for exclusive use, this is a great option as well.

The boat is surveyed for 52 people including crew, which is the perfect number for a work function, Christmas party, Birthday, Hens night, Bridal shower, the list goes on.

Wedding Cruises

Welcome to Seafood Cruise Mooloolaba. Here at Seafood Cruises we are committed to providing you with the highest level of service and every attention to detail for your ceremony and/or reception.

We offer everything you need to plan your special day from the venue for both your ceremony and reception right through to your flowers, photographer, celebrant and even your transport.

Valentines Day Sunset Dinner Cruise

Romantic Valentines Day sunset dinner cruise aboard the River Soiree. Reef and Beef Menu (other options by request).

Spoil your loved one on this romantic sunset dinner cruise. Add roses, Moet or Chocolates to your order and we will have them presented on your table on arrival.

Australia Day River Cruise

Join us to celebrate Australia Day for a Seafood Lunch and Buffet on board while cruising the Mooloolaba Canals.

Departing 12 noon and 6pm.

Christmas Parties

Welcome to the Sunshine Coasts’ premier entertainment and floating restaurant venue, multi award winning menus and service make us one of the best venue’s on the Sunshine Coast for Christmas parties and functions.

Taking Bookings Now for 2022

New Years Eve BBQ & Fireworks Cruise

Join us for the family cruise to take in the Christmas lights and New Year cheer.

Includes BBQ dinner with salads. Together with our fully licensed bar, this promises to be the ideal family New Years Eve cruise. 6.15pm – 8.45pm Adults: $55 Children 4-14 yrs: $30

New Years Eve Cruise

Enjoy our New Years Eve cruise along the Mooloolaba Canals, including canapes and access to our fully licensed bar.

Party on with us for New Years on the fabulous River Soiree while enjoying our complimentary canapés and taking in the festivities .

$60 per head. 9.15pm – 12.15am

Our friendly staff would love to welcome you aboard our premier cruise boat, so you can relax and soak up the Sunshine Coast’s stunning open harbour, iconic sights and all-round beauty.

We can customise special event bookings to include lunch before or after your trip at our Mediterranean Marina Restaurant.

1hr, 2hr, 3hr Private Charters

Hens parties, Birthdays, Corporate Events, Christmas Parties, Staff Functions, Weddings & more...

Our Mooloolaba Boat Charters are 15 people minimum hire. Can carry up to 45 passengers PLUS add tapas lunch or dinner at our private marina after your charter or canapés during your Mooloolaba cruise to make for a perfect, all inclusive event.

Or call 0412 155 814 for assistance from our friendly team or send us an event enquiry here .

Mooloolaba Private Charter Options

Or call 0412 155 814 for assistance from our friendly team or send us an event enquiry here. ​

New Years Eve Event!

Family Session includes early dinner @ TANK Riviera & Fireworks Cruise!

Ultimate Countdown Session includes 4-course dinner @ TANK Riviera, Countdown Fireworks Cruise & 5 hr complimentary drinks! Featuring DJ Nestor Vargas + Matt Luff (sax).

Or call 0412 155 814 for assistance from our friendly team or send us an event enquiry here ​.

Book to attend our regular trips.

Private Charters

SPECIAL EVENTS

GROUP BOOKINGS

1hr Cruise +

Complimentary

1hr Morning Champagne  River Cruise.

Cruise the Mooloolaba waterways in style aboard Cavalier with  complimentary Chandon during your cruise.

1hr Cruise $120 (inc Alcohol)

1hr Cruise + 1hr Marina Lunch $230

Our Sunshine Coast River Cruise Departs most days from TANK Riviera 209 Brisbane Road Mooloolaba at 10am  *Group bookings welcome.

Or call 0412 155 814 for assistance from our friendly team.

Mooloolaba Luxury River Cruise

Join our regular scheduled luxury cruises or book an exclusive private charter boat on the Sunshine Coast for your event or group.

Up Coming Journeys

Cruise schedule.

Dec 11 - Dec 17

Christmas Light Cruises 

The Mooloolaba Canal Christmas Lights display is a spectacle not to be missed, and relaxing on Cavalier Cruises Crusader 1 vessel is the best way to experience it!

Book early to avoid missing out on this fantastic tour! 

Hens Party Cruises 

At Cavalier Cruises we love taking guests on Hens Party Cruises. We are a little bit famous for it; we've helped hundreds of brides celebrate their special day like no other cruise company can. 

If you are looking for hens party ideas on the Sunshine Coast then you can't go past Cavalier Cruises Hens Party Packages. 

Ashes Scattering Ceremony

When we lose someone special, it is important to mark their memory with something that loved ones can cherish and remember. At Cavalier we believe that sending your loved ones back to the sea is the ultimate celebration of life and touches people in so many ways.  

Contact our private charter team to explore our Ashes Scattering options and design a cruise to suit your family and the message you want to share. Add lunch or dinner before of after your cruise at our waterfront dining venue. 

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Morning Champagne River Cruise in Mooloolaba, Sunshine Coast

• Crew to assist
• 209 Brisbane Rd, Mooloolaba QLD 4557, Australia Please Note - We are located on a service road, therefore you do need to get onto that road at the Early Learning Centre if you plan on parking along the road. Otherwise we suggest parking at the free car park opposite the BP Garage. Please Phone - 0412 155 814 if you have any questions
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travellers can participate
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travellers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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• JCSalesRep 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Trading as Cavalier Cruises the Christmas light cruise was great, thankfully the female owner stayed at the dock! Staff on the boat during the cruise were great, very helpful and everyone got to see the wonderful light displays regardless of seating location on the boat. They had a range of cool refreshments for all which made for a relaxing cruise. Some patrons took their own platters which was a great idea. Unfortunately the beginning and end of the cruise involved interactions with the female owner of the boat who thankfully stayed at the dock. It is unfortunate she hasn’t found her Christmas spirit as yet. She was quite rude to a number of patrons and even young children for no legitimate reason whilst I was observing. It would be in the businesses best interests if she found a non customer facing role. Read more Written 23 December 2023
• gkjac0b 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Christmas lights cruise was wonderful! We went on the Christmas lights evening cruise and it was terrific. We loved being seated on the bow of the boat with the nibbles we had brought onboard. Then the wonderful staff served drinks to us instead of us having to move. The skipper and his crew are very experienced and professional and made us feel very welcome. The boat is a great size and we thoroughly enjoyed our night looking at the lovely light displays while enjoying friends company. Highly recommend! Read more Written 21 December 2023
• Emily F 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wonderful Way to See Christmas Lights This was such a fantastic experience - what incredibly professional and fun staff. We did the Christmas Light experience and it was a fabulous present to my mum who has been wanting to do this for years. It did not disappoint. It was such an exciting, relaxing and comfortable trip. If we are back in the sunny coast soon we will be booking again. Thank you for a wonderful evening! Read more Written 20 December 2023
• carollJ7017KY 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Above and beyond expectations! Fantastic experience! Everything well organised with a very friendly and enthusiastic crew. The boat was perfect, seating 22 people comfortably which meant we all had great views and room to move around. I even got to sit on the bow to see the whales close up. We were so lucky to see a mum and calf and then a pod of 6 males, jumping and thrashing around. This was a dream come true and far exceeded my expectations. Thanks to all involved. Highly recommended for a quality experience. Read more Written 13 October 2023
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• F L 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Magical whale- watching aboard a comfy vessel with very knowledgeable crew Wonderful whale watching experience. Really comfortable boat. Crew extremely knowledgeable and friendly. We were a party of 7 including 1 teen and 2 kids under 6 years - everyone had a great time. Saw lots of whale behaviour, learnt a lot and definitely got a few special photos as well. We were lucky with the weather but everything else about the fantastic morning was due to the experience and great communication of the crew! Totally recommend! They're now under the name "Cavalier Cruises" Read more Written 26 September 2023
• Valerie C 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Perfect day for a whale of a time Had a whale of a time! Great crew, nice boat. Saw plenty of whales and it was perfect weather. The crew were so friendly and attentive, and so excited by the whales also! Read more Written 19 September 2023
• 872abbeye 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A Terrific Afternoon. Even if I had not seen and watched two pods of 6-8 whales, the cruise alone was worth every cent. The small group meant we all had plenty of room to move around - we didn't miss a thing. Staff were knowledgabel, friendly and helpful. Read more Written 6 September 2023
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• AussieGuy2 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Magic Cruise and Whale Watching Experience Hi Paddy, Just a short note to thank you so much for an Amazing Whale Watching Experience !! The Cavalier Boat is First Class and very comfortable and the Crew are very friendly and helpful too. Being a Smaller Group size of just 23 passengers max, also made it far more enjoyable and comfortable experience. We would Highly Recommend the Sunshine Coast Afloat - Cavalier Whale Watching Cruise to anyone. 5 Star Rating from us all the way. Thanks again for an absolute Magic day out. Regards, Mark & Sharon - Thomson Sunshine Coast QLD. Read more Written 24 August 2023
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• 365freddieb 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles These best when only the best will do 10/10 guys. The only company to see whales with. Jess knows it all,paddy and jerry are awesome,they have had some great crew. We have lost count how many times we have been out with them in 4 years. It's just awesome,fun and always see whales. We get snacks,info and close encounters. Boat has comfy seats,easy to book online. Perfect Read more Written 22 August 2023
• Johg05 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Go for it Here we are yet again. I’ve lost count how many times we have been out over the last 4 years. Why? Because this company is the best. Knowledgeable,friendly,great comfy boat,and no crowd for a shorty like me to get stuck behind and see nothing(another raise we first went on and sucked) . Truely appreciate the effort these guys put in ,safety,knowledge and snacks,bests 3 hours out on the ocean and very reasonable cost. Read more Written 22 August 2023

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Morning Champagne River Cruise in Mooloolaba, Sunshine Coast provided by Sunshine Coast Afloat

Sunset Cruise

Sunset cruise mooloolaba on whale one.

Take in the stunning colour shifts on a Mooloolaba sunset cruise onboard Whale One, the Sunshine Coasts’ largest and most comfortable cruise vessel.

Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours

Meeting point: Sunreef at The Wharf, Mooloolaba

Price: $35 adults $25 Children (4-14). Infants are free

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OUR YEAR ROUND Mooloolaba Cruises

Coastal Cruises Mooloolaba is a family-owned business located in the beautiful coastal town of Mooloolaba, Queensland. We’re all about creating unforgettable experiences and showing off the incredible seafood and beauty of Mooloolaba. We have been operating for close to 20 years and have the status to show it. We pride ourselves in offering only the best seafood with the coldest drink on board one of our many vessels.

With three boats in our fleet, we’ve got plenty of options to suit your preferences. Whether you’re up for a seafood lunch cruise, a private cruise, a romantic sunset tour or a special event, we’ve got you covered. 

With a fully licensed bar on board it simply doesn’t get any better.

Safety, comfort, and taking care of our guests is super important to us. We want you to have an amazing time while making sure we preserve these beautiful waterways for future generations.

Jump aboard, be part of our crew, and create memories that will last a lifetime. Coastal Cruises Mooloolaba is here to show you the time of your life in the most stunning coastal setting you can imagine.

Mooloolaba Seafood Lunch Cruise

Imagine feasting on the freshest local seafood as you take in the pristine Mooloolah river!

Mooloolaba Sunset Cruise

Spectacular Mooloolaba sunsets, licensed bar and a-la-carte menu!

Cruise Sundays with Live DJ

The ultimate Sunday-Sesh! Live Dj cruise, get ready to sip on funky tunes

Electric Vessel ‘Good Times’ – Duffy Hire

Experience the epitome of luxury and exclusivity with our elegant Electric Duffy.

Bottomless Lunch Cruise 5th May 1-3pm

Embark on an exclusive journey with breathtaking views along the Mooloolah river and canals. A bottomless lunch experience including fresh seafood and a live-DJ, limited seats available!

SALTWATER ECO TOURS

CONNECTING CULTURE TO COAST

Saltwater eco tours forges a deeper connection to australia's indigenous culture through unique marine experiences on board a beautifully restored, heritage- listed vessel., operating on the peaceful waterways in mooloolaba, gubbi gubbi/kabi kabi country, the company is the first of its kind, combining culture, maritime history, native foods and unforgettable live music experiences..

SALTWATER EXPERIENCES

Sunset Tour with live music

Bushtucker Cruise

Private Charters

SAIL BACK IN TIME

Welcome aboard the “spray of the coral coast”, a 100 year old, classic 58ft gaff-rigged huon-pine ketch with a fascinating history of its own. , saltwater eco tours blog.

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Find us on facebook and instagram.

  CONTACT  US

The wharf, mooloolaba 123 parkyn parade, mooloolaba 0447 085 521 booking enquiries: [email protected].

1 Hour Mooloolaba Tour

Aquaduck sunshine coast.

Mooloolaba locals and visitors can now experience the famous 1hr Sunshine Coast Tour, the amphibious Aquaduck with its big yellow beak on our new Mooloolaba tour and River Cruise. Departing right outside SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast , Aquaduck offers a one hour fun and informative fully guided along the Esplanade, beautiful Mooloolaba Beach and into the Mooloolah River. Kids have the opportunity to try their hand at being a captain as they steer the Duck on the water.

Whilst on board, our Captain and Tour Guide will share with you the history, culture, geography, sights and wildlife of Mooloolaba and the Mooloolaba River. It’s a quacking way for the whole family to explore the heart of the Sunshine Coast.

1hr Mooloolaba and River Cruise

This  1hr Sunshine Coast Tour on the amphibious Aquaduck takes in the heart of the Sunshine Coast, Mooloolaba Beach, the Esplanade, views over the Pacific Ocean and the Sunshine Strip by road. Then hold on as 3..2..1.. splashdown!… quack quack.

Be amazed as you witness the bus turning into a boat as we splash into the water. Enjoy a boat cruise spotting wildlife, experiencing the beauty of the Mooloolaba river, the bustle of trawlers in the harbour and the mega mansions lining the canals. Your on-board tour guide and captain will share an interesting and fun commentary throughout the tour.

Make sure you bring your camera to capture these tour highlights:

• Point Cartwright
• Fish Market & Fishing Trawlers
• Mooloolah River and wildlife 
• Minyama area
• Canals and waterways lined with mega mansions
• A taste of the Sunshine Coast.  

Kids can captain the duck

As the Aquaduck cruises past all the sights along the water we invite kids up to the captains Seat to steer the Aquaduck. Each Child receives an Aquaduck captain’s certificate.  

Aquaduck is designed to cater for everyone from newborn babies to centurions. The tour is safe for everyone and enjoyed by everyone. 

Safe Family Fun

Aquaduck is Australia’s original amphibious tour and has been operating safely on the Gold Coast since 1996, with over 2.2 million happy customers. We have highly trained professional captains and a culture of safety within the operation. Our maintenance regime is exceptional and we want to ensure your family is safe and will have the most enjoyable experience. 

We look forward to seeing you on the Duck soon for the all new Aquaduck Sunshine Coast  Mooloolaba and River cruise.

We also include the following features for our customer’s safety, security and enjoyment:

• Most reliable, well maintained and largest amphibious vessels in  Queensland.
• Lifejackets onboard for all guests.
• Safe and fun for babies to seniors and everyone in between.

If you require further information you can view our  Accessibility information,  Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s),  Or call our friendly reception team on 07 5539 0222 .

HOLIDAY MOOLOOLABA

Coastal Cruises

With raving reviews, excellent customer service and the best seafood on the Coast you will want to book these guys asap! This locally family owned business offers daily seafood lunch and sunset cruises departing from one of our berths. Offering the freshest seafood on the coast straight from the Fisheries on the Spit, a fully licensed bar, table service and entertaining commentary on board. Cruise down the beautiful river and canals of Mooloolaba and take in the spectacular scenery and sunsets! This is a fun day out for the whole family you don't want to miss!

Seafood Lunch Cruise 11am and 1pm Excluding Monday

Sunset Cruises 5pm and 4:30pm during Winter

2 HR RIVER & CANALS CRUISE

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• Private Cruises
• Weddings and Special Occasions

The Perfect 2 Hour River and Canal Cruise .

Our 2 hour, mooloolaba river and canal cruise is an extremely cost effective and a fun way to see mooloolaba with a larger group of friends and family it’s an awesome party cruise option too, even better, your group will have the entire vessel all to yourselves for the duration of the 2 hour mooloolaba river cruise.

Private Cruises require a minimum of 15 passengers.  

This cruise can accommodate up to 45 passengers in absolute comfort. This cruise remains within the river and canals. 

You will experience calm, smooth and effortless cruising aboard a massive  55 foot vessel, with all the luxuries you could hope for!  It really is the most enjoyable way to entertain a group of friends (and family?) as you Cruise Mooloolaba.

See the waterfront mansions from the aspect they were designed to be admired from. And enjoy the fact that you and your guests are doing so from a vantage point that will make you the absolute envy everyone standing ashore!

Even better, you will be enjoying a drink and food with selected friends and family without any of the effort needed on your part!

Yes, we want you to feel that VIP feeling! Enjoy yourself on your 2 hour river and canal cruise with a wide range of drinks, INCLUDING COCKTAILS, served by a team that only has your enjoyment in mind!

Bring along your own selection of food, or organise a catering company to do all the hard work for you and really make this an event to remember!

You can even have your event specially organised with styling, catering and specialised staff to serve your guests. Or perhaps you want it more casual. Either way we can help make it the perfect cruise for you!

Everyone at Sunshine Coast Afloat has always prided themselves on being extremely dedicated and  responsible to our guests. This has continued on with the rebranding to Cavalier Cruises. Not only will we always provide you with an extremely safe, clean and well appointed vessel, we will, on all trips, try to limit vessel capacity to to the best suited numbers to ensure that you have a safe, comfortable and memorable experience.

Our highly qualified and trained crew are on board to assist in making sure every aspect of your cruise is executed with your enjoyment and safety the absolute focus at all times.  From the moment you step aboard they will ensure you have nothing more to do than to sit back enjoy yourself.

No doubt this is why we have, for the last 9 years won the top TripAdvisor awards each year!

Some key points you can expect with us on this tour;

• We will have a wide range of drinks aboard for you to choose from at prices at or below those of the average tavern! (NO BYO)
• 2 on deck, modern marine toilets for your use.
• Access to a modern marine (2000W)  sound system by bluetooth so you can choose your type and level of music.
• Plenty of comfortable seating ranging from bean bags to lounges and more.

This 2 hour Mooloolaba River and Canals Cruise is absolutely one of the most popular cruise offering we have, and weekends in almost always book out well in advance. We therefore strongly recommend booking early to avoid missing out on the date you need!

We really look forward to seeing you aboard soon ————————————————————————————————————————.

COVID Safe Cruising  – for detailed information on how we’ve adjusted our tour to be COVID Safe as well as for our fully updated terms  click here .

Wondering what the weather might be like? A great place to get an idea up to 7 days out is  Seabreeze ! or  BOM  or  Willy Weather . Of course please remember that these sites are generalised and focused on the Beach conditions, and as such may not accurately reflect what is happening in the protected waters in the river and canals.

If you have questions relating to this or any of our other tour offerings, our  FAQ’S PAGE  might be able to assist as well. Of course you can always contact us by phone, email or text. 

Please note that other impacts such as phone and agent bookings, weather and other unforeseen things could impact on the availability at the same time as you are requesting the charter online. Our Terms and conditions are available on this webpage ( Click here to view them now ) and will also be emailed to you as part of the booking confirmation.

Sunshine Coast Afloat (Now Cavalier Cruises) is located within Tank Bathhouse, and operates from the Pontoon located at the rear of the premises at 209 Brisbane Road Mooloolaba Qld.

For a GPS use “Sunshine Coast Afloat” or “209 Brisbane Road Mooloolaba Qld”.    In iPhone Maps “Sunshine Coast Afloat” is far more accurate.

Please DO NOT park your car here on the service Road, but rather in the FREE public car-park next to the BP service station across the road. 

The location is the corner of Incana Court and Brisbane Road. This parking is free and unlimited in time, and only a 2 minute stroll (100m) from the departure point.

The Sunshine Coast’s most popular, 2 Hour, Private,          RIVER and CANAL CRUISE .

Key details:.

If you have been or are looking for a Short, River and Canals Cruise to fit in with your friends, family, work or other groups, you have now found the right fit!

Sunshine Coast Afloat offer a range of cruise options including cruises that are the envy of other operators! Let us spoil you aboard our large, spacious, stable and extremely well appointed vessel Crusader 1. Fully refurbished in 2021 & 2022 you will be hard pressed to find a better value for money offering anywhere! And in our business our entire focus is on ensuring our customers have an experience they will remember cherish and want to talk about for a long time?

Crusader 1 is a large, 55 foot, “open deck” vessel, which allows full walk-around access. And the bow, decked out with large comfortable bean bags, is an absolute favorite for most of our guests as it’s not common to have so much room and comfort in this location on a boat. No shortage of seating with the already mention bean bags as well as lounges, rail side seating and even bar stools to choose from, depending on where you are on deck at the time. No more feeling cramped and squashed-in, as she is a huge boat, taking much smaller numbers of passengers than many much smaller boats do!

This 2 hour River and Canal cruise is one of our most popular cruise offering, and takes a minimum of 22 and a maximum of 45 passengers. 

Crusader 1 has also undoubtedly got the most up-close and close-to-the-water viewing decks of any vessel on the Sunshine Coast. This tour offers a very personal day out on the water with unobstructed views of the beautiful Mooloolaba waterways and surrounds, as well as a stunning visa of the Sunshine Coast and Glasshouse mountains from the bay.

These particular cruises have proven themselves to be an ideal option for a wide range of events, including birthdays, corporate outings, Christmas parties and other celebrations! Allow us to assist in making sure every aspect of your cruise is planned with quality in mind to ensure maximum enjoyment on the day.

Everyone at Sunshine Coast Afloat prides themselves on being extremely dedicated and  responsible to our guests. Not only will we always provide you with an extremely safe, clean and well appointed vessel, we will, on all trips, try to limit vessel capacity to to the best suited numbers to ensure that you have a safe, comfortable and memorable experience. First class, highly qualified and experienced crew, trained to provide the highest possible levels of service will look after you like never before. From the moment you step aboard they will ensure you have nothing more to do than to enjoy yourself.

No doubt this is why we have, for the last 9 years won the top Tripadvisor awards each year!

  Let us assist you to structure this cruise to suit your needs perfectly. With food options from total BYO to fully catered and most levels between those two. 

Or perhaps adding a cocktail option is more to your liking!  Being fully licenced now gives you an even wider range of options to choose from!

Some important points to understand:

• A Private Charter booking means you have the entire boat to yourselves. No “individual” bookings are possible. 
• Any “entertainment” such as waiters, waitresses, DJs, Musicians etc are to be included in the passengers numbers.  
• We recommend the use of a Bluetooth device such as a mobile phone be brought aboard and used to connect to our onboard sound system to enable the passengers to control the music. (please understand that there are maximum level if we are in the river and canals).
• Departure times shown can be adjusted to suit (if other bookings on the day allow), please call us to to arrange this. A booking system cannot show adjustable times unfortunately.
• If  “Staging” or decorating of the vessel is required prior to the cruise, please call to ensure time for this is allowed. A staging time fee is applicable if more than 15 minutes is required.
• The per person Cruise cost covers the hire of the vessel as well as the crew required to operate her and assist customers. The only other included component is iced water which is self serve.
• You will be required to be “fully self-sufficient” in relation to all and any food items you arrange and have aboard. This includes bringing with you ALL ice, Plates, cutlery etc.  
• A $500.00 security deposit is required for the following events; Bucks parties, Hens Parties, 18th and 21st birthday parties, work functions including Christmas parties. Sunshine Coast Afloat reserves the right to require this same security deposit at any time should it feel the the group booking may fall into one of those categories or have similar potential impacts as such groups. Refusal to cooperate in such instances will force the cancellation of the cruise and no refund will be applicable. (More detail on this can be found on our FAQ’S PAGE and our terms and conditions on this site)
• All under age passengers must make themselves know to the crew.
• No combination of BYO and Purchase aboard drinks is possible, beit alcoholic or not.
• Purchases can be made at the bar using cash or eftpos.
• All tabs must be settled with the onboard bar prior to the conclusion of the cruise.
• The cruise will not depart until we have been able to confirm that ALL passengers are accounted for via the sign in form.  A delayed departure caused by this not having been done will not result in an extended cruise return time.

COVID Safe Cruising – for detailed information on how we’ve adjusted our tour to be COVID Safe as well as for our fully updated terms  click here .

PLEASE ALSO CHECK OUT THE FAQ’S PAGE TO MAKE SURE YOU KNOW EXACTLY WHAT OTHER CONDITIONS MAY APPLY TO THIS OR ANY OF OUR TOURS.

Wondering what the weather might be like? A great place to get an idea up to 7 days out is Seabreeze ! or BOM or Willy Weather . Of course please remember that these sites are generalised and focused on the Beach conditions, and as such may not accurately reflect what is happening further out to sea or in the river and canals.

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Office Hours

8.30am- 5:00pm

Cruise Departure Times 11am, 1pm, 2.30pm & Sunset

Departure Address

123 Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba QLD 4557

Seafood Cruise

Mooloolaba Canal Cruise & The Prawn Star Mooloolaba present

MOOLOOLABA CRUISE + SEAFOOD EXPERIENCE

We’ve partnered with the famous Prawn Star to offer the best value Seafood + Cruise package in Mooloolaba. Enjoy a one hour canal cruise followed by a delicious seafood feast and complimentary drink at The Prawn Star Mooloolaba from only $50 per adult.

Combine our relaxing 1 hour Mooloolaba Canal Cruise with a delicious fresh seafood dining experience

Combine our famous 1 hour Mooloolaba Canal Cruise aboard the recently refurbished M.V. Mudjimba with a delicious fresh seafood dining experience onboard the iconic Prawn Star. Located onboard a bespoke timber fishing trawler, Prawn Star provides a truly unique experience where you can enjoy fresh, locally caught seafood.

Conveniently located just around the corner from where we dock The Mudjimba, you can cruise and dine onboard two of Mooloolaba’s most iconic timber vessels.

Prawn Star serves only the best wild-caught Australian seafood including bugs, oysters and prawns, or treat yourself with one of their divine sharing platters, which showcase the best of our local seafood.

We have several delicious seafood options to suit all budgets and occasions:

Choose from:

• A generous serve of delicious fresh prawns
• A large platter including a combination of bugs, mixed prawns and tiger prawns
• Go all out with a jumbo platter including mouth-watering salmon sashimi, half a dozen oysters, mixed prawns, tiger prawns and bugs

All package options include a free beer, wine or soft drink per person to help wash down your delicious fresh seafood!

Points to Note:

• Our Mooloolaba Cruise + Seafood Experience is conveniently available in conjunction with our 11am, 1pm, 2:30pm and Sunset Cruises. So you can enjoy a seafood lunch or dining experience.
• 1 Hour Mooloolaba Canal Cruise
• Delicious Seafood Dining Experience at the iconic Prawn Star seafood bar
• Onboard our Mooloolaba Cruise + Seafood Experience you’ll be given a voucher to be redeemed at The Prawn Star restaurant for the day and time of your choosing.
• Fully licensed bar onboard both vessels
• Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure

Where to find us:

If you enter The Wharf via the main entrance you will see a Centre Directory with a map of where we are. (Jetty 3) We will begin to board from 15 minutes before the cruise time. Please wait somewhere at the top of the boarding ramp, and the Skipper will collect you and direct you down to the boat. If you have any questions, please feel free to give us a call.

MOOLOOLABA SEAFOOD CRUISE AVAILABILITY

Updated Pricing: 8st Nov 2022 Mooloolaba Canal Cruise

Such a lovely afternoon, great history of the area and fun feeding pelicans! Such great value for the family I highly recommend 🙂 thank you

Pleasant cruise around the canals with a knowledgable captain at the helm., great family business and very knowledgeable about the area. pelican and fish feeding were definitely a highlight, lovely relaxing and informative cruise. thanks to rob and holly., friendly, funny and knowledgeable guide. really enjoyed our trip.