Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass
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Surfers Paradise, Australia
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Enjoy the freedom of independent travel and the structure of a guided tour with this hop-on hop-off day pass for the Hopo Gold Coast Ferry. You can get on and off the boat at the five stops as many times as you like throughout the day, tailoring your itinerary to suit your needs. Take in the views of the Gold Coast’s waterways and unlock exclusive deals at partner venues with your pass.
- The boat runs all day between early morning and evening
- Use the pass for a full calendar day
- The boat departs from each stop roughly every hour
- A relaxed way to experience the Gold Coast’s highlights
What's Included
- Sightseeing cruise of Gold Coast Broadwater with panoramic views
- Surfers Paradise city tour cruising along the pristine waterways
- Unlimited Hop On Hop Off at five iconic destinations
- Exclusive deals at partner venues, simply present your Hopo ticket to unlock great discounts.
- Drinks are not included however there is an onboard bar for beverage purchases.
Meeting and Pickup
Operating hours.9:15 am
Departure Point
- You may start this tour at any of the stops listed.
Itinerary
Surfers Paradise and Gold Coast Broadwater
5 Stops
5 Points of Interest
Duration: 2 hours
Operating Schedule: The service operates from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily (excl. Christmas Day, 25 December). Allow 2 hours to complete a full circuit.
1
10 Ferny Ave
2
Home of the Arts
3
Marina Mirage
4
Main Beach
5
Southport Pier
Points of interest passed by on this route
Marina Mirage
HOTA, Home of the Arts
Surfers Paradise
Sea World
Broadwater Parklands
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.8
based on 76 reviews
Theresa_H, Apr 2026
The tour is nice, the hop on hop off is convenient. My first driver was a bit rude, but the driver that took over in the afternoon was better. I asked the first driver a question as to a point of interest and he answered me as if I should have already known. Excuse me, this was my first time in Australia. He seemed to be pleasant with others but virtually ignored me…disappointing.
Jim_N, Jan 2026
We had just a great time on the water with friendly crew, snacks, lots of entertaining descriptions of the local area.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you Jim for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review of your on board experience with Hopo Ferry, we do hope to see you again soon.
Marie_K, Aug 2025
I will be eternally grateful to the ferry operator for turning the ferry back and docking again after I explained I had left my iPhone behind in the toilets which were near the boarding point. Luckily, my phone was still there. My faith in human nature has been restored. PS: The cruise was excellent and informative even whilst it was pouring with rain!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! We're incredibly glad we could help reunite you with your phone, our team always tries to go the extra mile. We hope to welcome you aboard again soon!
John_F, Dec 2024
Paid full price even though concession rates are available. Can't speak to anyone at viator for a concession rate.
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Hi John, unfortunately each third party has its own terms and conditions compared to booking direct with us. Feel free to give us a call for any future bookings and we can arrange the concession rate
Lorraine_L, Jul 2024
This was a great way to see around the Gold Coast waterways and to learn a bit more about the area with the onboard commentary. The only complaint I have is we started our journey at Broadwater Parklands and we had a lot of trouble trying to find, in this very huge area, exactly where the ferry left from. I would suggest a few signs around, other than that more direct information on your website for people like us who are visitors to your city. Having said all that we both really enjoyed the trip.
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Hi Lorraine,
Thanks for your great review of Hopo Gold Coast Ferry. We have noted your feedback about finding the Broadwater Parklands stop, we will find a way to make it easier for guests to locate this stop.
Hope to see you aboard Hopo again soon.
Deborah_R, Jan 2024
Alan was an excellent tour guide both informative, friendly, and fun! He was also funny and made the trip enjoyable for everyone. Also, communicated clearly and was easy to understand.
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Hi Debora, we're delighted to hear that Alan was an outstanding tour guide, blending informative commentary with a friendly and fun demeanor. We hope to see you again in the future.
Louise_R, Nov 2023
Lovely cruise. Great sights. All captains were knowledgable of the area and made you feel so welcome! Even got a chance to use the service once more up to 7 days after your first trip. Amazing!
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Hi Louise, thank you for taking the time to leave a 5-star review of your experience aboard Hopo Gold Coast Ferry!
ChongMei_D, Nov 2023
It was good experience. The drivers are very friendly and knowledgeable. We had a great time. I will recommend it to my friends.
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Good morning, thank you for taking the time to leave a glowing review of your experience aboard Hopo Gold Coast Ferry!
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