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Koala and River Cruise
Highlights
- Embark on a breathtaking cruise along the Brisbane River, soaking in stunning scenery and serene waters.
- Experience exclusive encounters with koalas at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, creating unforgettable wildlife memories.
- Meet kangaroos and platypuses in their natural habitat, enriching your understanding of Australia's unique wildlife.
- Enjoy a family-friendly day out with facilities that ensure comfort and convenience for all ages.
Embark on a breathtaking scenic cruise to the world-renowned Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary! Experience the perfect blend of serene river views and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Highlights of your journey include:
Stunning river scenery – enjoy a relaxing cruise along the picturesque Brisbane River.
Exclusive Koala experience – get up close and personal with adorable koalas at the world’s largest koala sanctuary.
Wildlife galore – besides koalas, meet kangaroos, platypuses, and a variety of native Australian wildlife in their natural habitat.
Itinerary highlights
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
You will have 3 hours to explore the world’s largest koala sanctuary, with more than 130 Koalas on site.
Opportunities to touch and take photos with a Koala, and perhaps catch a talk by the koala’s keepers.
Discover the Platypus House where you may get a chance to see the shy platypus, a native to Australia
Check out owls, kites and sea eagles soar above you at the popular Birds of Prey show.
You can also feed the kangaroos and wallabies; more than 100 of them live in a 5-acre (2 hectare) reserve at Lone Pine.
Along with koalas and kangaroos, Lone Pine hosts a sheepdog show where you see the hardworking dogs round up a herd of sheep, responding to their master’s whistles, calls and hand signals.
Cultural Centre
Located in the heart of Brisbane, Southbank offers many wonders.
Within walking distance you can explore the Galery of Modern Art or Queensland Museum.
Or stroll along the River past the Iconic BRISBANE sign, take a selfie before going to new heights on The Wheel of Brisbane.
Koala and River Cruises
Tour details
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Available from 4 April 2025 to 31 March 2026
Features
Service facilities
Sevice Activity
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Staff are trained in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges.
- Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
Operation information
Koala and River Cruises
Koala and River Cruises is operating the famous Mirimar II which has been taking visitors on the most scenic cruise along the Brisbane River to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
Koala and River Cruises is the rebranding of Mirimar Cruises which has been operating for over 60 years and is one of those must do experiences while in Brisbane.
Embark on a breathtaking scenic cruise to the world-renowned Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary! Experience the perfect blend of serene river views and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Highlights of your journey feature:
Stunning river scenery – enjoy a relaxing cruise along the picturesque Brisbane River.
Exclusive Koala experience – get up close and personal with adorable koalas at the world’s largest koala sanctuary.
Wildlife galore – besides koalas, meet kangaroos, platypuses, and a variety of native Australian wildlife in their natural habitat.
Activities
Tags
Memberships
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Queensland Tourism Industry Council
- Visitor Information Centre
- QLD – Brisbane Economic Development Agency (BEDA)
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