Gold Coast – Hop On Hop Off Cruise – Sightseeing 1 Day Pass
- Gold Coast
- Ferry tickets
- Transfer Service
- Boat Tour
- Instant Confirmation
- Tour in English
Overview
Be whisked around the city from Surfers Paradise to HOTA, Home Of The Arts, Marina Mirage, Sea World and the Broadwater Parklands. Hop on and hop off all day as you please and discover a different side to the Gold Coast. From beautiful waterfront homes to a dose of culture at HOTA, a dazzling display of marine life at Sea World, fine dining at Marina Mirage or a family day out in Surfers Paradise or the Broadwater Parklands are all possibilities with a flexible Hop On Hop Off Day Pass.
Time
Ferry operates daily from 9am to 6pm, except Christmas Day (25 December)
For HOPO times please visit – https://hopo.com.au/timetable
Inclusions
• Unlimited stops for one calendar day
• Entertaining Captain’s commentary
• Onboard bar to purchase drinks
• Up to 8 departures daily
• Visit iconic destinations such as Surfers Paradise, HOTA Home of the Arts, Marina Mirage, Broadwater Parklands and Sea World
• Marvel at the skyline views and riverside mansions
Gold Coast Stops:
• Surfers Paradise – Appel Park Wharf, 10A Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
• HOTA, Home of the Arts – Evandale Park Pontoon, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
• Marina Mirage – 74 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217
• Sea World – Sea World Cruises Terminal, 130 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217
• Broadwater Parklands – Southport Pier, Marine Parade, Southport QLD 4215
Map and Handbook
• A google map has been created for the five ferry stop locations, and points of interest along the route, click here.
• The address and photos of each stop, are available on our where to find us page, click here.
• A Hopo commentary guide is also available, click here.
Additional Information
• Ferry and all piers are wheelchair accessible and equipped with ramps and wheelchair-friendly areas.
• Prams, bicycles, surfboards and other sports equipment are welcome to be taken on board.
• Ticket is valid for calendar day only.
• Ticket will be validated on the day of the journey by crew members.
• Tickets should be treated like cash as lost tickets are not able to be replaced.
What’s included
Included
- Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Day Pass.
- Unlimited stops at five Gold Coast destinations for one calendar day.
- Entertaining Captain's commentary.
- Visit iconic destinations.
- Marvel at the skyline views and riverside mansions.
Not included
- Onboard bar to purchase drinks.
- All inclusions are as indicated on the websites at time of travel. If not stated as included the item/s are at guests own cost.
Ages
Adult ticket is required for people aged 15 or older. Child Ticket is valid for children between the ages of 5 and 14 years of age.
Children 4 years old and under are admitted free of charge.
For HOPO times please visit – https://hopo.com.au/timetable.
How to use
Tickets are valid for one calendar day only.
The guest needs to go to the Hopo Kiosk in Appel Park(address: Appel Park, 10 Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise), Surfers Paradise to redeem your voucher with agent confrmation number for a Hopo ticket and check – in. Ticket will be validated on the day of the journey by crew members.
Tickets should be treated like cash as lost tickets are not able to be replaced.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled departure time. Time table is available on https://hopo.com.au/timetable/.
Good to know
Ferry and all piers are wheelchair accessible and equipped with ramps and wheelchair-friendly areas.
Prams, bicycles, surfboards and other sports equipment are welcome to be taken on board.
Ticket will be validated on the day of the journey by crew members.
Tickets should be treated like cash as lost tickets are not able to be replaced.
All cruises are weather, minimum passenger number, and Queensland Health advisory dependent.
The operator reserves the right to substitute the vessel or change the itinerary without notice.
All return times are approximate.
Food is not to be consumed onboard for hygiene reasons. However, a wide range of picnic spots and dining options are available at all destinations.
Drinks are ok. You may bring and consume non-alcoholic beverages while onboard. Water, soft drinks, beer and wine, are available to purchase on the ferries. Alcoholic drink purchases are limited to two per person.
Onboard toilets are for emergency use only. There are fully accessible toilets at each stop. However, please note the full loop journey is 2 hours and the ferry departs swiftly from each stop.
Suggest bringing sunglasses, a hat and sunscreen.
There are wide gangways and ramps onto the ferry, which are suitable for wheelchairs and mobility devices. Also handrails and tactile ground indicators to assist with boarding.
If you need assistance, our friendly customer service teams are available at the start and end of the journey i.e. Hopo Information Kiosk in Surfers Paradise, and Sea World Cruises Terminal in Main Beach.
Please wait for your ferry in a safe place away from the pontoon edge. Park your mobility aid secured and sideways, rather than facing the water.
Whilst we can not guarantee a quiet time, we can recommend considering an afternoon booking, as it is often quieter then.
5 stops: -Surfers Paradise: Appel Park Wharf, 10A Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217 -HOTA (Home of the Arts): Evandale Park Pontoon, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217 -Marina Mirage: 74 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217 -Sea World: Sea World Cruises Terminal, 130 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217 -Broadwater Parklands: Southport Pier, Marine Parade, Southport QLD 4215. The address and photos of each stop, are available on our where to find us page: https://hopo.com.au/where-to-find-us/.
Disclaimer
Once the product has been successfully booked, a confirmation voucher will be issued. The voucher contains important booking details and participation notes. Please read it carefully. If we do not receive any feedback from you, it will be deemed that you have read, understood and accepted all information stated on the voucher.
As an intermediary booking agent, we are responsible for arranging travel product reservations on behalf of customers.
We recommend that customers purchase travel insurance. Travel product suppliers, including attractions, hotels and transportation providers, are directly responsible for the quality, service and safety of the products they provide. We are not liable for safety issues arising from products operated by third-party suppliers.
In the event of an unexpected incident where no travel insurance coverage applies, we will provide reasonable assistance where possible; however, any related costs or losses will be borne by the customer.
If the booking is cancelled due to reasons attributable to the travel product supplier, we will refund the amount paid for the affected booking. No additional compensation will be provided.
No-show: Ticket holders who fail to attend without prior cancellation or notification will not be eligible for a refund.
We will make reasonable efforts to assist customers in communicating and negotiating solutions with travel product suppliers.
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