Hopo Ferry and Sightseeing Cruises – Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast

Cruises, Sailing and Water Tours

Cruise the stunning Gold Coast waterways aboard Hopo, the city’s only hop-on hop-off explorer and best-value sightseeing tour!

Embark on a 2-hour Sightseeing Cruise, departing from Surfers Paradise every hour. Or grab the popular Day Pass and discover the 5 must-do destinations:

Surfers Paradise
HOTA, Home of the Arts
Marina Mirage
Southport Broadwater Parklands
Sea World

Experience the best of the waterways, with 360-degree views of the iconic Surfers Paradise city skyline, famous landmarks, luxury homes of the rich and famous, art galleries, spectacular super-yachts, and vast beautiful parklands.

Enjoy a drink from the onboard bar whilst the friendly captain keeps you entertained with informative commentary, music, local tips and wildlife spotting.

Kids can also meet the captain and have a turn driving the boat. During the sightseeing cruise, you might also be lucky enough to spot a dolphin!

Tickets are validated upon boarding.

Services

From $35 to $45

Cruise the stunning Gold Coast waterways aboard the city’s only hop-on hop-off explorer and best-value sightseeing tour. Hopo vessels depart hourly from five iconic Gold Coast destinations, including the famous Surfers Paradise and HOTA, Home of the Arts!

The Hopo Sightseeing Day Pass allows unlimited travel and endless options, from a laid-back cruise on the waterways to a fun-filled day tour of the Gold Coast. Hopo is fully flexible with something for everyone! Hop on at any of the five stops, and you can stay aboard for the full loop (2 hrs) or explore the hop-off destinations at your leisure.

Experience the best of the waterways, with 360-degree views of the iconic Surfers Paradise city skyline, famous landmarks, luxury homes of the rich and famous, art galleries, super-yachts and vast parklands with natural beauty. Enjoy a drink from the onboard bar whilst the friendly captain keeps you entertained with informative commentary, music, local tips and wildlife spotting. Kids can also meet the captain and have a turn driving the boat. During the sightseeing cruise, you might also be lucky enough to spot a dolphin!

Seats on the Hopo are granted on a first-come-first-served basis. Tickets are validated upon boarding.

Disabled Access

Family Friendly Non Smoking

From $29 to $39

Cruise the stunning Gold Coast waterways, and discover 5 popular destinations without getting off on our Sightseeing Cruise. A day out with Hopo, has something for everyone, for example: Hop onboard at Surfers Paradise and travel to the sprawling HOTA, Home of the Arts precinct, it’s Gold Coast’s epicentre of arts and culture. The iconic $60M HOTA Gallery is free to visit year-round with an award-winning restaurant Palette, amazing rooftop bar and unforgettable city skyline views.

Disabled Access

Family Friendly Non Smoking

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