Stradbroke Island 4WD Day Trip from Brisbane: Dolphins & Beach
Drive 9 kilometers of beach looking for dolphins, rays and koalas.
A 4WD day trip from Brisbane to North Stradbroke Island with hotel pickup and drop-off, taking you along 9 kilometers of beach and through Dunwich in search of dolphins, manta rays, turtles and whales (June to November). The tour includes morning tea at Brown Lake, a beach BBQ lunch, and stops at viewing points across the island's eastern tip.
Step-by-step itinerary
Explore Stradbroke Island by 4WD
- Pickup from Brisbane hotel
- Drive along 9 km beach
- Walk along jetty to spot dolphins
- Visit Dunwich to spot koalas
- Enjoy morning tea at Brown Lake
- Have BBQ lunch on the beach
- Visit hot spots and viewing points
- Drop-off at Brisbane hotel
What’s included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Brisbane.
- National Park entry fees.
- an air-conditioned 4WD with driver-guide.
- morning tea at Brown Lake.
- beach BBQ lunch.
- wildlife spotting throughout the day.
Times
- Monday to Friday 07:30
Before you book
Operated by Straddie Kingfisher Tours Pty Ltd
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The experience
The day starts with pickup from your Brisbane hotel and heads to North Stradbroke Island, Queensland's easternmost point. You'll travel by air-conditioned 4WD along 9 kilometers of beach, watching for dolphins, manta rays, turtles and seasonal whales from June through November. A jetty walk gives you a close look at local fish and dolphins if they're around, and a drive through Dunwich offers a chance to spot koalas in the wild.
Morning tea happens at Brown Lake before you move on to the beach for a BBQ lunch. The route takes in the island's hot spots and viewing points, built around what the wildlife decides to show up on the day. The whole outing runs about 7.5 hours, ending with drop-off back at your Brisbane hotel.
Is this one for you?At 7.5 hours round-trip with hotel pickup included, this tour fits into a full day without requiring your own transport or navigation: the 4WD and guide handle the route, leaving you to watch for wildlife and enjoy the beach stops.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (7 to 12 years). Children under 7 can't be included in the booking.
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.
What wildlife might I see on Stradbroke Island?
Dolphins, manta rays, turtles and whales are all spotted here. Whales are most common from June to November. Koalas live in Dunwich, and you may see them during the drive through the village.
How long is the drive along the beach?
The 4WD covers 9 kilometers of beach, where most of the wildlife spotting happens. The full tour takes about 7.5 hours from pickup to drop-off.
What's included in the price?
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Brisbane, National Park fees, the 4WD with a driver-guide, morning tea at Brown Lake, and a beach BBQ lunch are all included. Alcoholic drinks are available to purchase.
What is the minimum group size?
A minimum of 4 people is required for the tour to run.
Stradbroke Island 4WD Day Trip from Brisbane: Dolphins & Beach
7h 30m · EN
from AU$ 315 per person
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