
Surfers Paradise to Wavebreak Island 3 Hour Private Cruise
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September 2026
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Is Surfers Paradise to Wavebreak Island 3 Hour Private Cruise worth booking?
Surfers Paradise to Wavebreak Island 3 Hour Private Cruise is a 3-hour experience in Gold Coast, Australia, from $900 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 52 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $900 per person
Celebrate with Beachcomber! The only cruise to Wavebreak Island from central Surfers Paradise! Perfect for guest lists of up to 12 people to celebrate in style! Complimentary first 2 glasses of Prosecco for our adult gue
What you get
- Aqua Float Mat, Float Toys
- Carbonated beverages
- Bottled water
- Fishing Rods
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages
About this experience
Celebrate with Beachcomber! The only cruise to Wavebreak Island from central Surfers Paradise! Perfect for guest lists of up to 12 people to celebrate in style! Complimentary first 2 glasses of Prosecco for our adult guests to get the party started! Turn up your music (via our Bluetooth stereo system) while we cruise to Wavebreak Island. At Wavebreak 'Beachcomber' will anchor so that guests can have fun floating on the Aqua Lily Mat and other float toys which we will tie up alongside! A fantastic way to spend some time on Gold Coast's beautiful Broadwater! Blue-tooth music system on board, so you can play DJ. Marine toilet on board. Large ice-filled esky for your BYO storage! We'll supply the champagne flutes / wine glasses for your use on the day! Alternate pickup locations can be discussed on request. Welcome aboard!
What's included
Included
- Aqua Float Mat, Float Toys
- Carbonated beverages
- Bottled water
- Fishing Rods
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages
Not included
- Snorkeling. Only available on our 4 hour cruise.
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Main Beach
The cruise from pickup in Surfers Paradise through to Wavebreak Island takes about 30 minutes. During this time guests get to experience the most southern part of the Gold Coast Broadwater. Beachcomber cruises past the Southport Yacht Club and Marina Mirage and Sea World at Main Beach. While out on the Broadwater our guests will witness the glamorous boats both large and small. In addition we'll be on the watch out for resident Pelicans, Dolphins and Turtles and Dugongs! The stars of the show! If you want to witness the Pelican Feeding - we recommend a pickup point of the beach in front of Charis Seafoods at Labrador.
30 minutes here
Pelican Feeding
10am morning or 2pm afternoon cruise from the pickup spot at Charis Seafoods Labrador allows a timing to coincide with the 1:30pm Pelican Feeding on the way to Wavebreak Island. We will land on the beach so guests can witness the hundred or so Pelicans that fly in for their daily afternoon feed - to view after or before your cruise!
20 minutes here
Main Beach
Return cruise from Wavebreak Island, past Main Beach and through to Nerang River to return to pickup location.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Gold Coast
Beach pickup (access via Beachcomber front ladder) from the beach in front of the famous Charis Seafoods at Labrador.
Meeting point
Gold Coast
Beach access via Beachcomber front ladder at Lionel Perry Park, Surfers Paradise
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Beach pickup (access via Beachcomber front ladder) from the beach in front of the famous Charis Seafoods at Labrador.
Ends at
Beach access via Beachcomber front ladder at Lionel Perry Park, Surfers Paradise
Options you can book
3 Hour Cruise
Early start
Pelican Feed Show
View the Pelican Feeding Starts at Charis Seafoods beac
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Beachcomber Charters
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 52
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Surfers Paradise to Wavebreak Island 3 Hour Private Cruise: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Gold Coast.
How much does Surfers Paradise to Wavebreak Island 3 Hour Private Cruise cost?
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Prices start at $900 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Gold Coast usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Surfers Paradise to Wavebreak Island 3 Hour Private Cruise take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Gold Coast is not rushed.
Is Surfers Paradise to Wavebreak Island 3 Hour Private Cruise worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Gold Coast, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Surfers Paradise to Wavebreak Island 3 Hour Private Cruise?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Surfers Paradise to Wavebreak Island 3 Hour Private Cruise suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Surfers Paradise to Wavebreak Island 3 Hour Private Cruise?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Gold Coast can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Gold Coast and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Surfers Paradise to Wavebreak Island 3 Hour Private Cruise start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Gold Coast within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Gold Coast?
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On Outty we rank every Gold Coast experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 2 Hour Ultimate Learn to Surf Adventure, Gold Coast Whale Watching Cruise, Whale Watching by Sea World Cruises. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Gold Coast?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Gold Coast?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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