This review provides everything you need to know about a sunset cruise with Dolphin Wild Island Cruises.
The Brisbane Travel Guide acknowledges the Gubbi Gubbi and the Ningy Ningy people, the Traditional Custodians of the place where the sunset cruises operate. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging, and recognise their continued spiritual and cultural connections to Country. Always was, always will be, Aboriginal land.
If you’re searching for a magical way to end the day in Brisbane, look no further than the Sunset Cruise offered by Dolphin Wild Island Cruises. This experience takes you through the stunning waters of Moreton Bay, where you can soak up the beauty of a vibrant sunset over the horizon.
With opportunities to spot dolphins gliding through the water, enjoy a gentle sea breeze, and capture breathtaking views of the bay, the Sunset Cruise is perfect for those seeking a relaxing, scenic, and unforgettable evening on the water.
But is it worth adding to your Brisbane bucket list? In this review, we’ll explore what makes this sunset cruise a must-do experience for locals and visitors alike.
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About Dolphin Wild Island Cruises
Dolphin Wild Island Cruises is the longest running marine eco cruise in the Redcliffe and Brisbane area. They’ve recently obtained brand new owners, an Australian family who have proudly given the 22m Supercat a new lease of life.
Dolphin Wild Island Cruises offers a range of different cruises in the calm waters of the Moreton Marine Park. The cruises include activities like snorkelling, swimming, fish feeding, seeing marine life such as dolphins, as well as simply sitting back and relaxing while enjoying a glass of wine or cold beer and snacking on scrumptious grazing platters.
About the Supercat
While the Moreton Bay Marine Park itself is just spectacular, it certainly does help a little that you’re onboard the really renovated Supercat.
The Supercat accommodates up to 65 people, across two levels, with three separate areas guests can enjoy. Inside you have an air conditioned area with tables, chairs and lounges.
Outside there are two different viewing decks, including the back of the bottom level and the top deck. These are all perfect positions to view the marine life and get a better view of the gorgeous sunset.
The Sunset Cruise
Departing from Newport Marina in Redcliffe, this cruise allows guests to view the sunset over the Glasshouse Mountains while enjoying a leisurely cruise around the Moreton Bay Marine Park.
The cruise departs well before sunset, giving guests plenty of opportunity to spot the local marine life, such as dolphins, turtles, and dugongs. Sadly, I didn’t see any during my cruise.
The price of the sunset cruise also includes a drink on arrival and a cheese platter with a grazing box.
If you’d like to be entertained by local musicians, head to the top deck, where you can enjoy chilled out tunes.
The licensed bar is also fully stocked so guests can purchase more drinks throughout the cruise.
Departure and Booking Details
If this sounds like the perfect way to spend a Saturday evening, then you need to know this.
The cruise departs from the Newport Marina at 5 pm sharp – so arrive about 15 minutes before to ensure you’re on time.
The cruise is $75 per adult and $45 per child.
The cruise returns to the marina at 7 pm, so you’ll have a full two hours on the water.
Enjoy your Sunset Cruise!
Hopefully, this review on the Dolphin Wild Island Cruises Sunset Cruise was helpful.
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