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Hopo Sightseeing Cruises
4.5
44 reviewsAbout
Cruise the stunning Gold Coast waterways aboard Hopo Sightseeing Cruises—the city's only hop-on hop-off explorer and one of the best-value sightseeing experiences on the coast.
Choose a relaxed 2-hour sightseeing cruise departing hourly from Surfers Paradise, or upgrade to the popular Hop-On Hop-Off All Day Cruising Pass and explore five must-visit destinations at your own pace: Surfers Paradise, HOTA - Home Of The Arts, Marina Mirage, Broadwater Parklands and Sea World.
Glide through sparkling canals and the Broadwater with uninterrupted 360-degree views of the iconic Surfers Paradise skyline, famous landmarks, luxury waterfront homes, super-yachts and expansive parklands. It's the ultimate way to experience the Gold Coast from a whole new perspective.
Sit back with a drink from the onboard bar as your friendly captain brings the journey to life with entertaining commentary, local tips, music and wildlife spotting. Kids can even meet the captain and take a turn at the wheel, making it a fun experience for the whole family.
Keep an eye out—you might even spot dolphins along the way. Whether you're exploring or simply relaxing, this is a must-do Gold Coast experience.
What's Available
10 featuresECO Certified (Advanced Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
Available Tours
Hop-On Hop-Off All Day Cruising Pass
Explore the Gold Coast your way with an all-day hop-on hop-off sightseeing cruise pass aboard Hopo Sightseeing Cruises. Cruise the stunning waterways and enjoy unlimited travel between five iconic stops, including Surfers Paradise, HOTA - Home Of The Arts, Broadwater Parklands, Marina Mirage and Sea World. Jump off to explore vibrant precincts, waterfront dining, beaches and theme parks, then hop back on when you're ready to continue your journey. Along the way, take in views of the Surfers Paradise skyline, luxury homes of the rich and famous, and landmarks such as the Imperial Hotel (formerly Palazzo Versace). Relax onboard with live commentary sharing local insights, or simply sit back with a cold drink from the onboard bar as you cruise the Broadwater and canals. Whether you explore every stop or enjoy the ride, this flexible pass is the perfect way to experience the Gold Coast at your own pace.
2 Hour Sightseeing Cruise
Cruise the stunning Gold Coast waterways on this relaxed 2-hour sightseeing experience and discover the city's most iconic landmarks from the comfort of your seat. Hopo Sightseeing Cruises offers an effortless way to explore the Broadwater and canals—no stops, just sit back and enjoy the journey. Departing from Surfers Paradise, glide past the Surfers Paradise skyline, HOTA - Home Of The Arts, Broadwater Parklands, Marina Mirage and Sea World Marine Park, along with luxury highlights including the Imperial Hotel (formerly Palazzo Versace) and the spectacular waterfront homes of the rich and famous. Enjoy uninterrupted views of the Gold Coast's world-class lifestyle, from glittering cityscapes to multi-million-dollar mansions lining the canals. Relax onboard with live commentary bringing the sights to life, and enjoy a cold drink from the onboard bar as you take it all in. This is the ultimate easy, scenic way to experience the Gold Coast's beauty and lifestyle in one unforgettable cruise.
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Reviews & Ratings
Brett G
Google review
$39 or you can upgrade to 49 dollars for the hop-on hop-off package commentary along the way and you learn a lot about the local area
Megan Moss
Google review
The cruise was nice, the captain was very informative and efficient. The big down fall was the uncomfortable seats, spending two hours on a flat hard, short on width and millimeters to high, was very disappointing. Sorry guys, rethink your seating
Ian Templeton
Google review
The HOPO is a great service. We had a fantastic day sight seeing from the water and got off at all the stops for a look around. HOTA was amazing and the view from the Cafe on the top floor was excellent. The commentary from Pedro (the captian) was great. He pointed out the highlights and gave a great overview of the area. This can be a quick (2hr) round trip just sightseeing or a full day if you want to get off and have a wander around at each stop.
Chris Magill
Google review
The HOPO ferry is a great relaxing way to cruise the Nerang River and canal waterways 7 days a week. Cheap and reliable, hop on and off at any stop as suits. Easy Surfers Paradise boarding wharf location at riverside in Appel Park, western river end of Cavill Avenue. Sighting the local playful dolphins and black swans on route are an added bonus. Highly recommend!
Arjun Vohra
Google review
Amazing experience. The person at the desk helped guide us through the tour. Special thanks to Skipper Aron for making our stay blissful with his small highlights of the area. Cheers to the Hopo team... Suggest everyone to do a tour with Hopo.
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Where you'll be
10 Ferny Avenue
Surfers Paradise QLD 4217