Koala and River Cruise by Mirimar Cruises
Multiple Locations

Indicative Rate* $65.00 to $65.00 Tour - All Entries

04 1274 9426
mirimar@bigpond.net.au
www.mirimar.com

Description

The Koala and River Cruise is a memorable journey on the Brisbane River to the renowned Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. This popular cruise has been taking locals and visitors to the park for over 70 years and is a ""must do"" experience during your stay in Brisbane.

Cruise through Brisbane's most historic landscapes, iconic attractions, historical home sites and interesting wildlife habitats as you listen to an entertaining and informative commentary - the Captain will AMAZE you with his local knowledge.

Enjoy 2.5 hours exploring Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary before cruising back to the city. Lone Pine is the world's first and largest koala sanctuary. Meet over 130 koalas, hand feed kangaroos, experience an Australian sheep dog and sheep shearing show, spy on a shy platypus swimming and see the amazing birds of prey show. You can even cuddle a koala!

This relaxing and enjoyable cruise on the Brisbane River is a great way to travel to and from Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.

Please contact the operator for details on available cruises and departure locations.

Property Details

Facilities

• Car park
• Crewed charter
• Public Transport
• Waiting Area

Activities

• Animal Watching
• City Sightseeing
• Cruising

Other Information

Children:
Children are welcome but must be under control of a responsible adult.

Disabled:
The vessel is wheelchair friendly, but access to Lone Pine from the river is difficult for totally incapacitated passengers as there are 28 stairs to navigate.

Departure Details:
The cruise departs from the Cultural Centre Pontoon. This is located outside on the riverwalk just outside the Queensland State Library/Musuem/GOMA precinct at South Brisbane.

How To Get There:
For people travelling by bus, the Cultural Centre Busway is located 100 metres from the Cultural Centre Pontoon. If travelling by train, the South Brisbane Train Station is 200 metres from the Pontoon. Ask the Taxi driver to drop you at the Cultural Centre Tunnel off Stanley Place and if you are walking, follow the river along the Board Walk to the front of the Queensland State Library.

Koala and River Cruise

Looking for a cruise experience that is uniquely Australian? Climb aboard the brand new Mirimar II for an Australian adventure, like no other. A Koala and River Cruise is the perfect way to get up close and personal with Australia's cuddliest creatures while enjoying the sights and sounds of Brisbane's most attractive waterfront suburbs that are only accessible by boat.

This popular journey has been taking visitors to Lone Pine for over 60 years and is a ""must do"" experience while in Brisbane. See breathtaking modern mansions and historic Queenslander homes. Listen to an entertaining narrated journey, the captain will amaze you with his local knowledge. Sample delicious freshly made Queensland food prepared from their ultra modern cruise boat, and of course, cuddle a koala!

Tour Information

4 hours and 45 minutes
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar 10:00am - 3:00pm
10:00am - 3:00pm
10:00am - 3:00pm
10:00am - 3:00pm
10:00am - 3:00pm
10:00am - 3:00pm
10:00am - 3:00pm
Boarding commences from 9 30 a.m. at the Cultural Centre Pontoon, located outside the Queensland State Library in South Brisbane.

Tour Departs From

• Cultural Centre Pontoon, Southbank
  

Tour Travels To

• Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
  
• Cultural Centre Pontoon, Southbank
  

Indicative Rates *

From	To	Inclusions
$65.00	$65.00	Tour - All Entries Derived from 1 person rate.