Stradbroke Island Day Trip from Brisbane
Overview
- Full-day guided tour to North Stradbroke Island, from Brisbane
- Look for dolphins, turtles, manta rays, and whales in the waters of Moreton Bay
- Relax on the sandy beach or in the refreshing waters of Brown Lake
- Take a guided hike along the scenic headlands of North Gorge Walk to Point Lookout
- See koalas and kangaroos lounging in their native habitat
- Visit Cylinder Beach, Frenchman’s Beach, and the townships of Dunwich and Amity
- Small-group tour limited to 21 people ensures a personalized experience with your guide
During your day out on North Stradbroke Island, your guide takes you to all the top sights, allowing you to do and see more without the hassle of driving and navigating.
One of your first stops is Brown Lake, one of more than 100 fresh water lakes on the island. Have time to take a refreshing dip in the lake or relax on the white-sand lakeshore beach. You’ll also stop at Myora Springs, a freshwater spring surrounded by tropical forest, and hear about its significance to the local Aboriginal people.
Take a guided walk coastal trail called North Gorge Walk where you can spot migrating humpback whales (from May to October), dolphins, turtles or manta rays swimming below and at Point Lookout. Your guide also takes you to locations in the interior where you might find wild koalas munching eucalyptus leaves and kangaroos lounging in the grass.
Enjoy an included lunch at Stradbroke Island Hotel, along with stops for morning and afternoon tea (own expense). Visit small developed areas including the historic town of Dunwich, the fishing village of Amity, Cylinder Beach and Frenchman’s Beach. You’ll then have free time in the afternoon to explore at your leisure.
Rejoin your group at the designated time to return to Brisbane where your tour ends in the late afternoon.
Reviews
Viator Traveler's Reviews
I have been to Brisbane several times. Always for work and rarely have time to enjoy the city. I must say. I have done LONE PINE and it was wonderful- 5 stars. So, this year, I struggled. Do I got to the Australian Zoo, the national parks...what? Well, I stumbled upon this tour and took it right away.
The bus pick up was easy. The trip to the ferry via the bus - easy. Now for the tour. Our first stop was to a lake. I was not that impressed. The next stop was to see Koalas. Yes, we saw them. But, they were high up in the trees. If you want to see them...go to Lone Pine. Our next stop was for lunch. Very nice. I was happy here. Our next stop...we went for a walk around the coast. Well...now, this stop MADE the trip. WOW. So beautiful. Then, our tour guide took us to little places along the road and we saw Koalas and kangaroos just enjoying their day. That was nice too. I can't give this tour a 5. But, it is a solid 4. Don't think twice...book it.
A great trip. Everything was exactly as promised. Harrison was an excellent guide, giving us all plenty of information with a good dose of humour thrown in. Saw lots of wildlife with wild koalas and kangaroos the highlights. A good lunch and enough free time so that you didn't feel rushed. Everything bang on time too.
This was the best tour we have ever done. Our guide Harrison was amazing and his knowledge of the island, marine and wildlife was excellent. To see Koalas, Kangaroos, Sharks, Mantirays, Dolphins, Turtles, stingrays all in the wild is so special. We would recommend this trip to anyone and will do it again next time we are in Brisbane.