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Broadwater Canal Cruises: Traveller Reviews

Mariners Cove, Main Beach, Queensland 4217, Australia
+61 410 40 30 20
Ranked #2 of 8 tours in Main Beach
5.0 of 5 stars 10 Reviews
Type: Boat Tours
Owner description: Discover the beauty of the Gold Coast canals aboard our 1965 timber vessel. This relaxing 2 hour cruise is the perfect way to enjoy the Gold Coast’s... more » Owner description: Discover the beauty of the Gold Coast canals aboard our 1965 timber vessel. This relaxing 2 hour cruise is the perfect way to enjoy the Gold Coast’s waterways and peek into the magnificent homes and lifestyles of the rich and famous whose homes line the canals.During this 2 hour cruise we will explore the three islands Chevron, Cronin and Macintosh. View the ever-changing Surfers Paradise skyline and travel to Marina Mirage Queensland’s finest waterfront shopping and dining resort, Palazzo Versace Australia’s only 6 star Hotel and the Sea World Resort and Water Park.With informative commentary and a Buffet Style Devonshire tea available sit back, relax and enjoy the extensive views of the coast skyline. The best way to discover Surfers on the water. « less
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Wellington, New Zealand
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“charming older boat, great cruise”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012

I chose this cruise as it was on a pretty, smaller, wooden boat as opposed to going on a newer but characterless one. The boat was lovely with excellent upstairs viewing deck. Everything was very well looked after and it was a pleasure to be on. The cruise was good, lots of local information and a bit of juicy gossip. Being a small boat passengers were able to chat with the captain, Steve, during the trip and this made it a more personal experience.

Visited February 2012
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Australia
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Canal Cruise”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2012

A lovely 2hr trip around the canals behind Surfers Paradise seeing how the other half live!! A bit long for small children.

Visited January 2012
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Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
“Boutique and Bespoke Cruise......Great 2 hour cruise.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012
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Leaves from Mirage Marina.......wonderful historical boat. Upstairs and downstairs.......great fresh scones!......tour content from Tour guide/Captain of boat insitefull. This is a small family business. The canal tour is refreshing and relaxing. I gained a better appreciation of the history of the gold coast and the broad water and canals. The tour was on time.......left on time and returned on time. Questions were responded to in very friendly and enthusiastic manner. I would recommend this tour. I am not sure if they do a early morning tour to match current departures. MUST DO.

Visited January 2012
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Surfers Paradise, Australia
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“Perfect Day on teh Broadwater”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2011

This cruise of the Broadwater was absolutely fabulous. We boarded the vessel aided by our Captain, Steve. We proceeded to the top deck to bask in the sun as Steve guided us through the canals of the Gold Coast. We are locals to the Gold Coast and we were surprised at how informative Steve was - we learnt a lot! It was a relaxing day out and when the sun got a bit hot, we ventured downstairs for some scones and jam & cream - devonshire tea is included in the cruise.

We can highly recommend the Broadwater Canal Cruise. We loved it so much we are thinking of organising our next birthday party onboard!

Visited May 2011
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Napier, New Zealand
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26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
“Good fun, relaxing & great value”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2011
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Took 5 year son and wife for a relaxing tour. Staff very accepting of lttle ones, great deck upstairs informative and fun commentary. Small enough to be personal and made to feel welcome. Muffins & tea not bad included in price.

2 hours is a good time limit to see things and get a feel for Canals.

Boat encourages a little bit of contact with fellow guests that helps find other good activities.

Visited January 2011
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