Australia Day Fireworks Cruise

Bring your favourite people for an Australia Day evening of barbecue favourites, live Aussie classics and fireworks over the Gold Coast waterways.

From$99AUD

3 hour experience

Gold Coast

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Fireworks over the illuminated city skyline and water

Three hours to celebrate
Make an evening of Australia Day on the Gold Coast waterways.
A proper Aussie barbecue
Tuck into sausages, burgers, salads and a sweet finish.
Live Aussie classics
Enjoy live entertainment with favourites from Australian artists.
Fireworks from the water
Take in the scheduled HOTA fireworks from your cruise.
Room for a better view
Step onto the open-air deck for city and water views.
Free Main Beach parking
Board at Sea World Cruises Terminal with free parking onsite.

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What to expect

Three-hour Gold Coast waterways cruise
Aussie barbecue with hot dishes and salads
Fruit and lamingtons
Live entertainment featuring Aussie classics
Views of the scheduled HOTA fireworks
Indoor and open-air viewing areas

Take your Australia Day celebrations onto the water, with the food, music and evening views all taken care of.

Board at Main Beach for three hours of Gold Coast cruising aboard Spirit of Elston or Kaiala. Start with barbecue favourites, from sausages and burgers to fresh salads, and find a drink at the onboard bar.

Live performers bring the soundtrack with classic Australian songs while you catch up with family and friends. Head to the open-air deck for sweeping city views and the scheduled HOTA fireworks.

It’s an easy way to bring everyone together for the public holiday, with free parking at the terminal and a relaxed evening ahead.

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Location

Sea World Cruises Terminal

Sea World Drive, Main Beach, QLD 4217

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Cruise route and departures

Depart from the Sea World Cruises Terminal at Main Beach and cruise through the Gold Coast’s scenic canals and open Broadwater. Along the way, take in sights including Sea World, Marina Mirage and luxury waterfront homes, with the illuminated Surfers Paradise skyline as your evening backdrop, before returning to the terminal.

Departure: 7:00 pm

Return: approximately 9:30 pm

Duration: 2.5 hours

Please check in at least 20 minutes before departure. Free parking is available onsite, and entry to Sea World Marine Park is not required. Cruise routes may vary. Please check your booking confirmation for your scheduled departure time.

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An Aussie barbecue on the water

A sausage sizzle, fresh salads and a sweet finish. Settle in for an easygoing barbecue feast while the Gold Coast provides the view.

Hot Selection

Lamb & rosemary sausages (LF, E)

Chicken & herb sausages (LF, E)

Beef burger patties (E)

Vegan burger patties (VE, GF, LF)

Vegan sausages (VE, GF, LF)

Fried onions (VE, GF, LF)

Cold Selection

Summer garden salad (VE, GF, LF)

Classic coleslaw salad (V, GF, E)

Mediterranean pasta salad (VE, LF, N)

Cheddar cheese slices (V, GF)

Crusty white bread rolls (VE, LF)

Condiments

Sweet Selection

Sliced melons and tropical fruits (VE, GF, LF)

Lamingtons (V, E, N)

Dietary Requirements

Allergen information is a guide only. While all care is taken, we cannot guarantee a total absence of allergens in any of our items. All items are subject to availability, the operator reserves the right to make substitutions of items of an equivalent value.

Drinks Menu

Choose a drink from the licensed onboard bar, with cocktails, beer, wine and spirits available to purchase. Local craft beers make an easy match for your barbecue.

The Vessel

A Sea World Cruises vessel on the water at sunset

Spirit of Elston & Kaiala

Cruise aboard Spirit of Elston or Kaiala, with room to settle in for your barbecue, enjoy the music and take in the evening views. Check your confirmation for your allocated vessel.

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Comfort on board

Settle in aboard a spacious vessel for an evening of good food, live entertainment and time with your favourite people. Contact our team before booking to discuss seating and access requirements.

Open-air views

Step onto the open-air viewing deck for sweeping city views and the scheduled fireworks. Contact reservations before booking to discuss vessel access and any assistance you need.

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Gather your favourite people for a barbecue, live music and fireworks with a Gold Coast view.

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