Gold Coast Sailing Cruise: Sparkling Wine & Small Group

A small group of ten means the crew knows your name by the time you leave the dock.

A two-hour sailing cruise on the Gold Coast Broadwater in a small group capped at ten people, with a live English-speaking guide. You sail past Southport Yacht Club, Marina Mirage, Palazzo Versace Hotel, Wave Break Island and Surfers Paradise while sipping sparkling wine or soft drinks and eating snacks. Soft-soled shoes are recommended, and you'll climb one to two steps to board. The boat operates in all weather, so dress accordingly.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sail Gold Coast Broadwater and explore marina

• Explore marina and cafes
• Sail Gold Coast Broadwater
• View Southport Yacht Club and Marina Mirage
• See Palazzo Versace Hotel and Wave Break Island
• Enjoy sparkling wine and nibbles
• Admire Surfers Paradise sights

The experience

Two hours on the water means you're back on land by early afternoon, leaving time to explore Surfers Paradise or grab lunch elsewhere on the Gold Coast. The sailboat itself is the draw here. You're not watching from a tour bus or a crowded ferry, but actually on the water with the crew, feeling the boat move beneath you as it passes the landmarks. The Broadwater stays calm, which is why this works as a small-group experience rather than a larger commercial run.

Sparkling wine or soft drinks come with the booking, along with a snacks platter. You're welcome to bring your own drinks if you prefer. The guide is live and speaks English, so you'll get context for what you're seeing (the Palazzo Versace Hotel, Wave Break Island, the marina) rather than just sailing past them. The group maxes out at ten people, which changes the feel of the whole thing: the crew can adjust the route slightly if someone wants a better angle on a particular spot, and there's room to actually move around the deck without bumping shoulders.

Boarding requires climbing one or two steps, and the operator notes that soft-soled shoes work best on deck. The boat runs in all weather, so bring a sun hat and sunscreen for clear days, and a jacket if the wind picks up. Public transport gets you to the marina, though the operator doesn't include hotel pickup in this booking.

What’s included

• Two glasses of sparkling wine or soft drinks.
• snacks platter.
• live English-speaking guide.
• small group capped at ten people.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 25 Jan 2027

Book up to8h before

AgesAdult (15 and older) · Child (5 to 14 years) · Infant (under 5): free

GroupUp to 10 · max 9 per booking

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Champagne Sailing Cruises

Is this one for you?Two hours leaves your afternoon free for other Gold Coast activities, and the small-group limit means the crew adjusts the pace and route to what the people on board actually want to see.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 14 years); Infant (under 5): free.

What exactly do I see sailing past on the Gold Coast Broadwater?

The route takes you past Southport Yacht Club, Marina Mirage, Palazzo Versace Hotel, Wave Break Island and Surfers Paradise. You're sailing the calm inner waters rather than heading out to open ocean, so these landmarks stay in view throughout the two hours.

Is the sparkling wine included, or do I need to pay extra?

Two glasses of sparkling wine or soft drinks are included in the booking. You're welcome to bring your own drinks as well if you'd prefer something else.

How many people will be on the boat with me?

The group is limited to ten people, so it stays small and the crew can give more attention to each person on board.

Do I need to get myself to the marina, or is there hotel pickup?

Hotel pickup is not included, but public transportation options are available nearby the marina. You'll need to arrange your own way there.

What should I wear, and are there any physical requirements to board?

Soft-soled shoes are recommended for the deck. Bring a sun hat and sunscreen, and dress for the weather since the boat operates rain or shine. You'll need to climb one or two steps to get on board, and the experience is suitable for all fitness levels.