Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary with Return River Cruise

Inclusions

• Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Entry
• Return Brisbane River Cruise from the CBD to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary on board a ultra modern cruise
• Enjoy a narrated journey by the Captain and be amazed by his intimate knowledge of all things Brisbane
• See breathtaking modern mansions and historic Queenslander homes along Brisbane’s sought after riverfront
• Explore Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary for three hours where you can hand feed kangaroos and emus, spy on a shy platypus swimming and plenty more

Exclusions

• Delicious homemade snacks and light meals available on board cruise
• Koala experiences (available for purchase on the day, subject to availability). You can check availability for wildlife encounters here
• There is NO hotel pick up or drop off

Itinerary

• 8:30am - Boarding
• 9.00am - Depart Cultural Centre Pontoon, Brisbane
• 10.15am - Arrive Lone Pine
• 13.30pm - Depart Lone Pine
• 14.45pm - Arrive Cultural Centre Pontoon, Brisbane

Highlights

• You'll board your boat in Brisbane's Southbank district and leave the city behind on a relaxing cruise to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
• Convenient departure place - right in the heart of Brisbane city
• Enjoy an informative commentary from your captain as you glide along Brisbane's waterfront, passing from the bustle of the city's skyscrapers to leafy suburbs with waterside mansions
• Indulge in homemade morning teas, meals and snacks (own expense) from our on-board cafe
• Arriving at Lone Pine, you will have 3 hours to explore the world's largest koala sanctuary, with more than 130 Koalas on site
• Discover the Platypus House where you may get a chance to see the shy platypus, a native to Australia
• Check out owls, kites and sea eagles soar above you at the popular Flight Raptor Show
• You can also feed the kangaroos and wallabies; more than 100 of them live in a 5-acre (2 hectare) reserve at Lone Pine
• Along with koalas and kangaroos, Lone Pine hosts a sheepdog show where you see the hardworking dogs round up a herd of sheep, responding to their master's whistles, calls and hand signals
• Relaxing return journey on our ultra-modern cruise boat enjoying a glass of our Australian wine or beer

Time

• Daily at 9am to 2:45pm
• Boarding time between 8.30am - 9am

Duration

• 5.5 hours

Departure Location

• Cultural Centre Pontoon - Located on the Boardwalk outside the Queensland Art Gallery/GOMA Cultural Precinct at Southbank (boarding from 8.30am)

Additional Information

• Concession purchases require a valid Australian Pensioners Card
• The boat is accessible to wheelchairs however there are 28 steps to navigate from the boat to Lone Pine. Crew can assist where possible.
• Tour not available ANZAC Day, 12/05/25 to 16/05/25 for Annual Maintenance and Christmas Day.

Cancellation Policy

• Less than 24hrs notice prior to departure, 100% cancellation fee, unless otherwise agreed

Booking Information

• Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
• Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
• Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
• Offers and inclusions are subject to change without notice
• We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 48 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
• For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
• The operator reserves the right to update their rates without notice