Moreton Island: Marine Discovery Cruise & Dolphin Feeding
Pinkenba, Gold Coast
Travel to Moreton Island for a day of adventure, relaxation, and discovery with lunch included. Feed wild dolphins and learn about the local sea life on an unforgettable experience from Brisbane.
Moreton Island Day Tour with Wild Dolphin Feeding from Brisbane
This full-day tour from Brisbane suits nature lovers and families wanting to explore Moreton Island and hand-feed wild bottlenose dolphins at sunset.
Highlights
- Explore Moreton Island and hand-feed wild dolphins at sunset on the beach
- Join a Marine Discovery Cruise searching for turtles, dugongs, rays, and other marine life
- Use Tangalooma Island Resort’s pools, bars, cafes, and restaurants with a day access pass
- Enjoy lunch at the resort with a $25 adult / $20 child food voucher included
- Attend an Eco Centre dolphin presentation and learn from Eco Rangers
Description
Check in at Holt Street Wharf in Brisbane where staff will provide tour times for the day at Tangalooma Island Resort. Board a ferry for a 75-minute scenic cruise to Moreton Island, including a complimentary soft drink, tea, coffee, or water on the ferry.
Once on the island, explore at your own pace with full access to resort pools, dining outlets, bars, cafes, and the beach. Join the Marine Discovery Cruise along the coast to spot local marine life such as dolphins, dugongs, green sea turtles, and rays, accompanied by expert commentary.
At 3:15 pm, attend the Discover the World of Dolphins presentation at the Eco Centre or continue exploring independently. As sunset approaches, head to the jetty for the wild dolphin feeding program. Under the guidance of the Dolphin Care Team—Eco Rangers and staff following strict conservation protocols—you will step into shallow water to hand-feed wild bottlenose dolphins.
The tour departs Moreton Island around 7:00 pm (time varies seasonally) and returns to Brisbane approximately 75 minutes later.
Includes
- Return boat transfers from Brisbane
- Day pass access to Tangalooma Island Resort facilities
- One complimentary drink on boat transfer (soft drink, tea, coffee, or water)
- Lunch voucher: $25 per adult, $20 per child
- Marine Discovery Cruise with commentary
- Eco Ranger experiences and dolphin presentation at the Eco Centre
- Access to the dolphin feeding program
- Access to the day lounge
Excludes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Dolphin feeding photo (available to purchase separately)
- Additional food and drinks beyond the included lunch voucher
Important Information
- Dolphin feeding depends on dolphin presence, tides, and weather conditions.
- Return ferry departure from Moreton Island varies by season:
- Winter: approx. 7:00 pm
- Autumn and Spring: approx. 7:30 pm
- Summer: approx. 8:00 pm
- Wear clothing you don’t mind getting wet during the dolphin feeding experience.
- Some activities require physical fitness; disclose any medical conditions (pregnancy, epilepsy, cardiovascular issues) that may affect safe participation.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 2 days before the tour for a full refund.
