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Enjoy a memorable river cruise to the oldest and largest koala sanctuary in the world. This is a must-do activity when in Brisbane!
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This Brisbane River cruise to Lone Pine is ideal for wildlife lovers seeking a scenic and relaxing way to meet iconic Australian animals.
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Enjoy a 70-minute river journey from Brisbane with live commentary by the captain, sharing insights into the city’s landmarks and riverside life.
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Explore Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary—hand-feed kangaroos, watch birds of prey, and see over 130 koalas lounging, climbing, and cuddling.
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Spend 2.5 to 3 hours at the sanctuary, with plenty of time for keeper talks, wildlife encounters, and a peaceful riverside setting.
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Fun fact: Lone Pine is the world’s oldest and largest koala sanctuary, opened in 1927 with just two koalas and now home to more than 70 species of animals.
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- Entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
- Round-trip Brisbane River cruise from the Cultural Centre Pontoon
- Live onboard commentary by the captain
- Food & beverages
- Hotel transfers or other transport
- Wildlife encounter upgrades (e.g., koala photos)
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Get up close with koalas
Board a 70-minute cruise right at the heart of the city; the Brisbane River Cruise has been transferring guests to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary for over 70 years! Along the way, your experienced captain will offer narration of all that you see around you. This includes breathtaking modern mansions and iconic Queenslander homes on Brisbane's exclusive waterfront. The boat will drop you right along the shores of the park, and you will have 2.5 to 3 hours to explore the sanctuary on your own.
Spend your time getting up close and seeing for yourself Australia's diverse range of native creatures. Hand feed kangaroos and emus, catch sight of the rare and shy platypus swimming, marvel at the many amazing birds of prey.
Itinerary
- 8.30-9am: Boarding from Cultural Centre Pontoon
- 9am: Depart Cultural Centre Pontoon
- 10.15am: Arriving at Lone Pine Sanctuary
- 3hrs &15min: Explore Lone Pine Sanctuary
- 13.30pm: Depart Lone Pine Sanctuary
- 14.45pm: Arrive back in city at Cultural Centre Pontoon
What to bring
- Bring sunscreen and a camera for photos with kangaroos and scenic river sights.
Accessibility
- This experience is wheelchair accessible with pram-friendly facilities onboard and at the sanctuary.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID at the ticket redemption point.
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If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification. Students must show their valid student IDs.
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Kindly ensure that you arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Ticket Redemption Point
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Redeem your ticket at the Cultural Centre Pontoon.
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The pontoon is located on the South Bank Boardwalk, just outside the Queensland Art Gallery/Modern Art Gallery/State Library cultural precinct at South Bank (near the Cultural Centre Tunnel).
Get Directions to the Ticket Redemption Point
Getting There
The nearest bus stop is Stanley St at Gallery of Modern Art, which is located 2 minutes away from the meeting point. Catch bus #444 to get here.
Validity
This ticket is valid for the date and time selected during checkout.
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