Moreton Island Ferry Times & Information

Tangalooma Passenger Transfers - Moreton Island Ferry Information & Boat Timetable

Passenger ferry services depart from Holt Street Wharf in Pinkenba, Brisbane and arrive at the Tangalooma Jetty on Moreton Island. Travelling time is just 75 minutes each way, with 4 boat services operating daily in each direction (Brisbane to Tangalooma). Please note this is a passenger ferry only, not a vehicle barge.

Please note: Check-in at Holt Street Wharf is at least 1 hour prior to departure time. Pre-bookings are required.

Daily Boat Ferry Transfer Times

Departing Brisbane (220 Holt St, Pinkenba) Departing Tangalooma Island Resort
7:30am 9:30am
10:00am 2:30pm
12:30pm 4:00pm
5:30pm 7:00pm*
(departs after dolphin feeding is completed, see detailed times below)


Travel time is approximately 75 minutes each way. Departure times are subject to change. Additional times may be added for special circumstances. Please confirm your booking at least 24 hours prior to travel.

*Denotes approximate departure time only. The 7pm launch from Tangalooma departs immediately after the conclusion of the nightly dolphin feeding program, see table below for seasonal departure times. Launch times are subject to change.

Evening 7:00pm Late Boat Departure Times

Departure Dates Approx Boat Departure Time
(boat always departs after dolphin feeding)
April 1 - November 14 from 7:00pm to 8:00pm
November 15 - March 31 from 7:30pm to 8:30pm


Return Boat Launch Transfer Prices from Brisbane (Holt St Wharf)

Guest Type: Price:
Adult $88
Child (3-14 years) $48
Infant (0-2 years) Free


Please note that the above prices are for accommodation guests only, if you are only visiting Tangalooma for just the day then please see our return day cruise options. For all house guests staying in Tangalooma accommodation the launch fare includes luggage porters to and from your accommodation within the resort. Guests staying in private accommodation or outside resort property will have their luggage delivered to the closet luggage bay for collection.

How to book passenger ferry transfers

When booking accommodation online you can simply add you transfers for your nominated guests to your booking. If you are not sure you can book your transfers at a later date by calling our reservations team on 1300 652 250.

For guests staying in private accommodation or staying outside the resort grounds, please call our reservations team on 1300 652 250 for transfer bookings.

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