The 10 Best Moreton Island Day Trips from Brisbane

1.Moreton Island Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,108 reviews · 1 day · from $126Our pick

Take a 75-minute cruise from Brisbane or the Gold Coast to Moreton Island, then follow guides such as Ryan, Will, Jacob, or Darcy through snorkeling at the Tangalooma Wrecks, transparent kayaking, 4WD tracks, and fast sand tobogganing. Lunch is build-your-own wraps. It is fun, active, and tightly scheduled.

“What an experience! So much fun packed into a few hours, definitely worth doing this trip to experience snorkelling, kayaking and sand boarding. Guides were amazing. Big shout out to Steve, Ryan and Darcy, absolute legends! Lunch was class too. Catered to all of our abilities (we had a group of 5 ranging from ages 10-62!). Would highly recommend”

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2.Moreton Island Return Ferry & Adventure Day Pass

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,195 reviews · 8 - 9 hours · from $98Best value

Take the early ferry from Brisbane to Tangalooma Island Resort for a self-guided day of kayaking, snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, and beach time. Your $98 pass includes return transport, equipment hire, resort facilities, and land games. The shipwrecks are the main prize, but currents, weather, and cold water can affect the day.

“We had such an amazing day. Your island is beautiful… wow.”

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3.Dolphin & Tangalooma Wrecks Snorkel Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,039 reviews · 1 day · from $152

Spend a full day aboard the Spirit of Mulgumpin, a purpose-built catamaran sailing from Brisbane to Moreton Island. You’ll snorkel the Tangalooma Wrecks with guides such as Jess, Georgia, or Brooke, watch for dolphins and turtles, eat a tropical buffet with ocean king prawns, and enjoy beach time with paddleboards and kayaks.

“A Huge Thank You! A heartfelt thank you to all the amazing staff who made this truly wonderful experience unforgettable — from the smooth bus transfer and delicious lunch to the incredible snorkeling adventure. This was by far the best snorkeling experience I’ve ever had! Everyone was so friendly, professional, and helpful, and the fish certainly showed up in full force. Aside from a few friendly bumps in the water, the snorkeling was absolutely fantastic. A special thank you for taking my camera down to capture that incredible shot of the grouper — what a moment! This experience brought me a deep sense of serenity and peace. I’m already saving…”

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4.Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 633 reviews · from $128

Spend a full day on Moreton Island with Australian Sunset Safaris. Ride a 4WD bus to the Tangalooma Wrecks, snorkel or use a transparent bodyboard, paddle a clear kayak, and sandboard down the dunes. Guides including Michelle, Ryan, Darcy, Will, and Jacob help run the activities. Ferry and national park fees cost extra.

“The trip has an excellent range of adventures. 4WD off roading, sandboarding, kyacking and snorkelling. We loved it. It is a 90 minute ferry trip each way.”

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5.Tangalooma Day Trip with ATV Quad Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 467 reviews · 1 day · from $119

Travel 75 minutes from Brisbane to Tangalooma Island Resort, then spend the day with a guided 45-minute ATV quad bike ride, a $25 lunch voucher, pools, beach access, and Eco Ranger programs. The ride suits first-timers, with safety training and helmets provided, but experienced riders may find the pace cautious.

“I had a lovely day with my sister - we didn't get to see much of the resort, however we had some food with our $25 vouchers and the quad bike experience was so much fun!”

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6.Tangalooma Day Trip with Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 422 reviews · 1 day · from $119

Take a 75-minute boat from Brisbane to Tangalooma Island Resort, then snorkel the shipwrecks with a guide and supplied gear. You get lunch, pool and beach access, and an Eco Centre dolphin talk. Guides such as Prea, Abby, Hugo, and Charlotte have earned praise for calm, careful help in the water. Expect about 30 to 35 minutes of actual snorkelling.

“The snorkeling was great. The trip there and back was very comfortable and we saw a dugong and some whales. The time at the island was very rushed with barely enough time to buy and enjoy lunch after the snorkeling. Overall it was a good day but do not expect time to see anything else.”

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7.Dolphin & Tangalooma Wrecks Snorkel Cruise & Lunch – Brisbane

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 327 reviews · from $192

Travel from Brisbane to Moreton Island aboard the Spirit of Mulgumpin for guided snorkeling at the Tangalooma Wrecks, a tropical buffet with prawns, beach time, paddleboarding, and wildlife spotting. The crew, including guides such as Caroline and Captain Wayne, keeps the day moving, though snorkeling groups can feel crowded.

“Excellent day, the Captain Wayne and team made day really enjoyable and informative. The inclusions and catering made it a really pleasant experience.”

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8.Tangalooma Snorkeling Tour & Dolphin Feeding

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 216 reviews · 1 day · from $172

Travel 75 minutes from Brisbane to Tangalooma Island Resort, where you’ll snorkel the 15-vessel wreck reef with supplied gear, enjoy lunch and pool time, then join the sunset wild dolphin feeding. Guides such as Charlotte, James, Jess, and Ivy have been praised for patient instruction and good humor. Minimum age is six.

“The staff are super friendly and helpful.I felt safe throughout the whole activity. Very inclusive for all people. I saw so many fish ,star fish and got to see 2 wobbegong sharks AMAZING. Can't thank the instructors enough ,they are wonderful. I want to come back and do all over again.”

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9.Tangalooma ATV Quad Bike & Dolphin Feeding

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 145 reviews · 1 day · from $172

Travel 75 minutes by boat from Brisbane to Tangalooma Island Resort, then spend the day riding a guided ATV through bush and sand tracks, swimming, eating lunch, and joining the evening wild dolphin feeding. Guide Chloe has earned praise for her patient, friendly instruction. The dolphin session is carefully limited and may involve one fish shared by a small group.

“Fantastic, great staff, clean facilities, only issue was the amount of people from the the cruise liner caused delays in obtaining food etc”

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10.Tangalooma Desert Safari and Dolphin Feeding

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 103 reviews · 1 day · from $162

Take a 75-minute cruise from Brisbane to Tangalooma Island Resort, then spend the day with lunch, pool and beach access, a 4WD sand tobogganing trip, and evening wild dolphin feeding. Bring eye protection for the dunes and clothes that can get wet. Dolphin feeding depends on weather and animal behavior.

“Lots to do on Tangalooma, cruises, snorkeling, swimming in the sea, dolphin watching, 4x4 riding etc. A brilliant day out”

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