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St. Helena Island Penal Settlement
Highlights
- Explore the haunting history of St. Helena Island, once known as the 'Hell Hole of the South Pacific'.
- Savour a delicious barbecue lunch on board while soaking in stunning views of Brisbane's waterways.
- Discover the unique stories of ex-convicts during immersive cultural tours that bring the past to life.
- Enjoy family-friendly facilities, including carparks and public toilets, ensuring a comfortable day out.
Enjoy a tour around St. Helena Island Penal Settlement. See why this ex-convict settlement was called ‘Hell Hole of the South Pacific’ and is Brisbane’s answer to Alcatraz Island. Tours include barbecue lunch. (enquire if you would like to bring your own picnic lunch) Confirm dates on their website. Bar available on board.
Itinerary highlights
St Helena Island
St Helena Island is our first historic national park. There is restricted access with an accredited tour guide only. A gentle walk of about 2 hours with our entertaining tour guide will recapture the spirit of this “hell hole of the south pacific” as we visit the blacksmith shop, punishment yard, the black hole, museum, sugar mill, cemetery, lime kiln and the beach rock quarry.
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
Sevice Activity
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Operation information
Brisbane Cruises
Brisbane Cruises is the longest running cruise company on the Brisbane River and operates cruises in both Brisbane and from the Gold Coast.
Choose from one of their many scheduled cruises including: Brisbane and Gold Coast day cruises, Saint Helena Island penal settlement, Moreton Bay, Brisbane and Bremer Rivers, Bribie Island and special events incorporating the Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race, Australia Day, Riverfire, Christmas Day and New Years Eve.
Whatever the occasion, the dedicated crew at Brisbane Cruises will strive to make your experience memorable.
The MV Lady Brisbane is an elegant timber vessel and can lend itself to many types of celebrations – whether it be a birthday party, engagement, wedding, anniversary, bucks’ or hens’ nights, corporate functions, Christmas celebrations – they can tailor a package to suit your needs.
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Memberships
- Queensland Tourism Industry Council
- Visitor Information Centre
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