Mooloolaba Sunset Cruise with Steve Irwin's Croc One and La Balsa Park
Glass mansions lit by evening, fishing boats coming home, Noosa's coast in view
You glide through Mooloolaba's waterways on a sunset boat tour, past Steve Irwin's famous Croc One, out to the river heads. The skipper narrates as glass-fronted waterside mansions catch the light, and you can take the helm yourself.
Step-by-step itinerary
Sunset cruise through Mooloolaba waterways
- Depart Mooloolaba Wharf
- Cruise through waterways at sunset
- See glass-fronted waterside mansions
- Observe fishing boats returning with catch
- Pass by Minyama Island
- See Steve Irwin’s Croc One
- Pass by La Balsa Park and River Heads
- Pass by Mooloolaba Boat Harbor and fishing fleet
- See Mooloolaba canal system and islands
- Pass by popular Sunshine Coast beach spot
- Return to Mooloolaba Wharf
What’s included
- Hands-on time at the helm beside the skipper.
- Views, sounds and sunshine along the Sunshine Coast waterways.
- Sea air and sunset views, best shared with friends.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Skipper's running commentary while you relax.
- Restroom on board.
- Passing the famous Croc One vessel.
- Every day 17:00
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You glide through Mooloolaba's canals at sunset, past Steve Irwin's Croc One, with a skipper's commentary and a chance to take the helm yourself.
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The experience
The sun drops behind the Blackall Mountain Range to the west, and the glass fronts of the waterside mansions catch its last light as you drift through the canals. Bird calls fill the evening while the skipper talks you through the scenery. Fishing boats come back into the harbor with their catch of prawns, crabs and fish, the seafood that made Mooloolaba famous.
Pour a drink from the fully licensed bar, with beer, wine, spirits, non-alcohol options and snacks, and settle in as the route moves past Minyama Island, Mooloolah Island and the Kawana Canal System. The skipper explains how the canals and islands came to be. La Balsa Park, a local favourite, slides by, and Steve Irwin's famous vessel Croc One comes into view along the way.
Out at the river heads the boat turns around, and the coastline stretches back from Mooloolaba Beach toward Noosa Heads, lit by the evening sky. If you want, take the helm and drive the boat alongside the skipper. Afterwards, many people stay on at the Wharf for dinner at one of its restaurants.
Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 14 years); Infant (under 3): free.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
Can I actually drive the boat on this cruise?
Yes. You can take the helm and drive the boat alongside the skipper, or simply relax with a drink instead.
Does the cruise pass Steve Irwin's Croc One boat?
Yes, Steve Irwin's famous vessel Croc One is one of the highlights on the route through Mooloolaba's waterways.
Is there a bar on board for drinks?
Yes, a fully licensed bar serves beer, wines and spirits, plus non-alcohol drinks and snacks.
Does the route reach as far as Noosa Heads?
Yes. After the river heads the boat turns around for views of the coastline from Mooloolaba Beach up to Noosa Heads.
Operated by Mooloolaba Canal Cruise. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.
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Mooloolaba Sunset Cruise with Steve Irwin's Croc One
1h · EN
from AU$ 40 per person
≈ US$ 28 in your currency
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