Top Australia & the Pacific Duck Boat Tours

Discover Rotorua from a different angle on a fun “duck” tour. This sightseeing adventure takes you aboard an authentic World War II-era amphibious vehicle, able to travel on land and water. Start with a city tour before splashing down into a couple of Rotorua’s many scenic lakes. Listen to live commentary about Rotorua’s history and local landmarks along the way. A family-friendly tour that everyone will enjoy.

Experience the Gold Coast’s beautiful Surfers Paradise on a tour aboard an amphibious Aquaduck that transforms seamlessly from bus to boat. Bring the kids and hop aboard this unusual dual-purpose vessel for a jaunt along the area’s picturesque beaches, past local landmarks like Marina Mirage, and along the glitz of Millionaire’s Row.

Built around a complicated system of winding canals and waterways, the Gold Coast can be difficult to navigate alone. This short sightseeing tour around the region focuses on the city’s attractions and landmarks in the unique Quack’rDuck duck bus. Drive around Surfers Paradise, Southport and Main Beach, then plunge into the waterways and tour them too in this amphibian bus.

Explore the Rotorua lakes district and learn about its history on a 2-hour tour duck boat cruise from Rotorua. Travel on land and by water in the amphibious World War II vehicle, visiting four lakes including Lake Tarawera, located at the foot of Mt Tarawera. Hear about the devastating 1886 eruption of Mt Tarawera and other aspects of local history on this family-friendly tour.

Experience the magic of the Town of 1770 on this 1-hour afternoon cruise. Travel onboard a unique LARC amphibious vehicle, and cruise along the Eurimbula Coastline and Round Hill Creek to enjoy the views from both land and sea. Keep an eye for native wildlife such as kangaroos, dolphins, and seabirds as you journey through the Eurimbula National Park, and discover the fascinating history of the Town of 1770.

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Kuranda Rainforest, and observe native Australian wildlife, on a full-day tour from Cairns. Enjoy multiple top experiences in one time-saving trip, including the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, the Kuranda Scenic Railway, and the Rainforestation Nature Park. Round-trip transit from Cairns aboard an air-conditioned vehicle makes getting there, and experiencing it all, easy and hassle-free.

Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kuranda Rainforest independently can be time-consuming and complex, with transport, tickets, and timing to manage. This full-day tour from Cairns simplifies the experience by combining the region’s highlights into one seamless itinerary. Journey to Kuranda aboard the historic Scenic Railway, visit the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, tour Rainforestation Nature Park in an amphibious Army Duck, and see koalas, dingoes, and native wildlife at the Koala and Wildlife Park. An immersive Dreamtime walk with a Pamagirri guide, and an Australian barbecue buffet lunch are included, before returning to Cairns via the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.

Discover the scenic coastline around 1770 by land and sea, on-board a LARC Amphibious Vehicle. Explore the beautiful beaches and woodland trails of the Eurimbula National Park, tuck into a picnic lunch with views of Bustard Bay, and look out for wildlife including kangaroos, dolphins, white bellied sea eagles, and brahminy kite.

Explore Northern Queensland’s UNESCO World Heritage–listed Kuranda Rainforest on a full-day tour from Cairns. Take in the highlights of the award-winning Rainforestation Nature Park with a thrilling Army Duck tour, followed by a guided tour of the Koala and Wildlife Park. Learn more about Kuranda’s unique Aboriginal heritage at the Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, complete with traditional dancing, didgeridoo music, and spear-throwing demonstrations. Return transfers from Cairns hotels are included.