Desert Safari Day Cruise

Journey to the Tangalooma Desert and slide down the dunes, reaching speeds of up to 40km per hour!

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Explore 4WD Bus Tour
through the bush to the desert

 

 

 
Sand Toboggan
reaching speeds up to 40kmph

 

 

 
Walk-on Desert Access
trek directly onto Desert dunes

 

 

 
Lunch Included
$25 Adult or $20 Kids Voucher

 

Tangalooma Island Resort 4WD Desert Safari Day Cruise

Feel the need for speed? Take a journey to the Tangalooma Desert as part of this thrilling and bumping 4WD bus tour

Cruise over from Brisbane to Tangalooma and take a journey to the Tangalooma Desert as part of this thrilling and bumping 4WD bus tour where getting there is half the fun! As Tangalooma Island Resort buses take you to the scenic edge of the desert, guests will receive a unique look into the heart of Moreton Island. Upon arrival guests will then have the opportunity to walk into the Desert dunes to sightsee and even participate in the exhilarating sport of Moreton Island sand tobogganing, reaching speeds of up to 40km per hour!



4WD Bus Tour
through the bush to the desert edge



Sand Toboggan Down the Sand Dunes
reaching speeds up to 40kmph



Walk-on Desert Access
Trek directly onto the Desert Dunes

  • Desert Safari Day Cruise
    Classic
  • Standard price
    $ 145
    per adult

    $ 105
    per child
    (3-14yrs)
  • 7:30am or 10:00am Brisbane departure
  • Departs Tangalooma at 4pm
  • Desert Safari Tour
  • Resort lunch voucher
    ($25 per adult, $20 per child)
  • The Classic
  • Desert Safari Day Cruise
    with Sunset Cocktails
  • Standard price
    $ 195
    per adult

    $ 145
    per child
    (3-14yrs)
  • 7:30am or 10:00am Brisbane departure
  • Departs Tangalooma at 7pm
  • Desert Safari Tour
  • Resort lunch voucher
    ($25 per adult, $20 per child)
  • Day Lounge Access
  • Sunset Cocktail Voucher*
  • + Watch the dolphins from the jetty
  • Sunset Cocktail
  • Desert Safari Day Cruise
    with Wild Dolphin Feeding
  • Standard price
    $ 215
    per adult

    $ 165
    per child
    (3-14yrs)
  • 7:30am or 10:00am Brisbane departure
  • Departs Tangalooma at 7pm
  • Desert Safari Tour
  • Resort lunch voucher
    ($25 per adult, $20 per child)
  • Day Lounge Access
  • + Wild Dolphin Feeding
  • Dolphin Feed
  • Desert Safari Day Cruise
    with Sea to Sky
  • Standard price
    $ 386
    per adult

    $ 331
    per child
    (3-14yrs)
  • 7:30am Brisbane departure
  • Departs Tangalooma at 7pm
  • Desert Safari Tour
  • Resort lunch voucher
    ($30 per adult, $20 per child)
  • Day Lounge Access
  • Sunset Cocktail Voucher*
  • 12 min Helicopter Tour
  • + Watch the dolphins from the jetty
  • Sea to Sky

All Desert Safari Day Cruises Include:

  • Return scenic catamaran cruise across Moreton Bay Marine Park, from Brisbane to Tangalooma
  • 1 x tea, coffee, or soft-drink per guest to use at any time aboard the passenger ferry
  • 4WD Bus ride from Tangalooma to the Desert
  • Masonite boards for Sand Tobogganing
  • Island lunch voucher ($25 per adult, $20 per child)
  • Resort access pass allowing use of resort facilities including two swimming pools, restaurants and bars (as time permits)

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Health and Safety Risks

Some of our activities and tours are physically demanding, and may pose a health or safety risk. For your safety, you must disclose before booking if you are suffering from any injury, medical condition (such as pregnancy, epilepsy, asthma or cardiovascular conditions), disability, disease or illness which may be aggravated by participation in, or may interfere with your ability to safely participate in our products. If you are unsure, or have any further questions, you should contact us before booking (ph: 1300 652 250).

Terms and Conditions

Tours, cruises and activities are weather dependant and subject to availability. This rate is not valid for Groups, Conferences or events, it is strictly for independent travellers. Child rate applies to those aged 3 to 14 years inclusive. Infants 2 and under are FREE. Each Adult guest will receive a Lunch Voucher up to the value $25 to be redeemed at any operating food outlet at Tangalooma Island Resort during their visit. Each child (3-14 years) will receive a Lunch Voucher up to the value of $20. No change will given on lunch vouchers. Launch schedules can be altered at short notice. Always confirm booking 24 hours prior to travel. Price schedule subject to change at any time. All prices quoted are in Australian dollars and include GST. Guests must check the inclusions of the package they are booking. No allowance or refunds can be made for meals, excursions etc. that they elect not to take. No changes permitted or refunds provided on all day cruises within 48 hours prior to departure. Guests will be required to show matching valid credit card on arrival. The Dolphin Feeding Program operates to strict guidelines, therefore restrictions on feeding apply. As the dolphin feeding program involves wild animals, Tangalooma cannot guarantee the attendance of dolphins at the night feeding. However, the resort does experience a 98-99% attendance rate. Guests will be required to show matching valid credit card on arrival. Alternative payment may be required if original credit card cannot be shown. *Sunset Cocktail Voucher valid at Wheelhouse Deck or B&B’s Bar only. Cannot be exchanged for cash. Voucher valid for one (1) Cocktail from the daily Cocktail list for 18+ guests. Voucher valid for one (1) Mocktail, or soft drink or water for guests under 18 years. Not transferrable. Please refer to the What’s on guide for bar opening times.

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