Gondolas of Noosa
Gondolas of Noosa
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Gondolas of Noosa is a Venitian inspired Gondola cruise on the beautiful Noosa River.We provide unique river cruises , private charters for a maximum of six guests . Our cruises can be catered or just bring along your drinks , we supply ice and glasses .Cruises run daily by booking from the Sheraton Resort Noosa Heads.For more information on our cruises times and availability please contact Ricardo
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5 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
What an outstanding experience. Our captain, Aaron was an excellent bloke that made the cruise pleasant. The gondola was very stable and comfy, and the music selection was on-point. Brought us to some marvelous spots with excellent privacy, and the breeze was lovely. Simply pleasant from start to finish and I have every reason to recommend!
Written 9 December 2023
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vogelsanger_b
3 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
We just had a wonderful sunset cruise on the Gondola of Noosa to celebrate my wife's birthday. We can only recommend this cruse. The gondola was really luxurious (by ways better the gondolas in Venice!), the ride was very smooth, comfortable and absolutely private. Ricardo was very helpful and flexible, drove us with the gondola to the restaurant where we had dinner. My wife was excited about this birthday present!
Written 5 May 2024
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Klattsy
Brisbane, Australia418 contributions
Dec 2020 • Family
Had a great cruise with our kids on Christmas Eve. Aaron was friendly, Ricardo was very helpful organising over email. Boat is very clean and quiet. Perfect experience. Very happy.
Written 24 December 2020
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carly491
Sydney, Australia1 contribution
Feb 2015 • Couples
I was very disappointed with my gondola experience. Several of the dinner menu items that my partner and I pre-ordered/paid for (up to $90 in food value) before the trip were incorrect on the night. For example the menu said “olives and 3 cheeses”. We requested a variety of cheeses assuming it was a cheese platter but when they arrived it was 3 tiny stuffed cheesy olives. VERY misconceiving.
We also ordered chips w/ chilli salt and they did not even show up, with no replacement. Prawn salad included 2 small prawns and A TON of plain lettuce and excessive creamy dressing. We called the owner of the company the next day and he was very rude, unapologetic, and did not offer to refund some of the food. If the Gondola company decides to partner with Ricky’s then they should also be responsible for the food and ensuring customers are happy.
He really did not care less about our experience. WOULD NOT RECOMMEND for this reason. Not impressive customer service at all especially for the total price ($300!).
We also ordered chips w/ chilli salt and they did not even show up, with no replacement. Prawn salad included 2 small prawns and A TON of plain lettuce and excessive creamy dressing. We called the owner of the company the next day and he was very rude, unapologetic, and did not offer to refund some of the food. If the Gondola company decides to partner with Ricky’s then they should also be responsible for the food and ensuring customers are happy.
He really did not care less about our experience. WOULD NOT RECOMMEND for this reason. Not impressive customer service at all especially for the total price ($300!).
Written 6 February 2015
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We are sorry to hear your comments as you didnt even step foot on our Gondola.
You are commenting on behalf of your daughter who did the cruise and its not really our fault that you cant understand a menu, as you arranged the food and cruise for her. Our food is from the menu at Rickys restaurant, the menu is quite straight forward and you ordered olives stuffed with three cheeses.
Apart from that your daughter had probably the best night ever for with a great sunset and full moon after that. So what ever, no matter what I know we did everything possible to make this a great cruise for her, maybe she just is a bit of a princess.
Written 1 February 2016
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Donna B
Noosa, Australia1 contribution
Nov 2013 • Couples
We waited in the rain for three quarters of an hour for our breakfast gondola cruise. On phoning the contact number, we were told that they had forgotten us, and because we had changed our booking which they admitted receiving, but had not written down, it was implied that we were at fault. Offering little sympathy or regret, they refused to offer a refund - I would not recommend this service to anyone.
Written 29 November 2013
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Andy M
Sunshine Coast, Australia80 contributions
Feb 2017 • Couples
I surprised my other half with a gondola breakfast cruise on Valentine's Day and it couldn't have gone better. Richard had the food all ready for us, background music playing and the cabin all to ourselves for a leisurely cruise around the Noosa river. It was relaxed, quiet and peaceful, just the 2 of us. Would happily recommend!
Written 15 February 2017
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Allboutfishin
Brisbane, Australia8 contributions
Aug 2016 • Couples
I took my partner here to propose. What a fantastic way to do it. Sipping on champagne while cruising down the river in this very luxurious gondola was the perfect setting. Richard pulled up on a beautiful section of beach and left us to be alone while I popped the question. We then carried on our cruise an lapped up every last moment. It was the perfect finish to a perfect weekend
Written 22 October 2016
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Thank you for taking the time to write a review about your experience with us, look forward to seeing you again.
Best regards
Richard..
Written 24 October 2016
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MikiBrisbane
Ipswich, Australia34 contributions
Aug 2016 • Couples
We had the most wonderful time on our moonlight gondola ride for our 5 year (wooden) wedding anniversary. Gliding along the glass-like water listening to lovely music while sipping champagne was the perfect way to celebrate. It was so relaxing that I told my husband I could feel our heart rates slow and that it was as relaxing as a body massage ha ha. I'm so glad we booked for the evening, it was the most romantic time. We'd thoroughly recommend a cruise with Ricardo.
Written 10 August 2016
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angieh90
22 contributions
Oct 2015 • Friends
Lovely service whilst booking, and very relaxing. Beautiful surprise for my sister and our friends. Ordered the cheese platter as well, and it was lovely.
Written 4 October 2015
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TH_Geelong
Geelong, Australia75 contributions
Oct 2014 • Couples
My wife and I have become regular yearly visitors to Noosa. Only this year I had discovered this gondola service after looking for something else to do while planning our last trip. I was looking into boat hire to take us up and down the river system and came across Gondolas of Noosa.
I booked the dessert cruise. Booking and payment went without fuss and I was given the option to pay by cash bank account transfer. Ricardo met us on time at the Sheraton pier. After selecting our dessert option we set sail down the river for a brief stop at the back of Ricky's Restaurant to collect desserts that were an absolute delight and prepared to gourmet perfection.
The gondola has an ice bucket and glasses for you to bring your own preferred bottle of drink. I picked that up from the conveniently located wine shop around the side of the Sheraton before boarding.
Ricardo is completely unseen allowing you to enjoy private time with your significant other or group, whichever may be the case. The gondola is large enough to fit a small group for whatever the occasion.
I booked the dessert cruise. Booking and payment went without fuss and I was given the option to pay by cash bank account transfer. Ricardo met us on time at the Sheraton pier. After selecting our dessert option we set sail down the river for a brief stop at the back of Ricky's Restaurant to collect desserts that were an absolute delight and prepared to gourmet perfection.
The gondola has an ice bucket and glasses for you to bring your own preferred bottle of drink. I picked that up from the conveniently located wine shop around the side of the Sheraton before boarding.
Ricardo is completely unseen allowing you to enjoy private time with your significant other or group, whichever may be the case. The gondola is large enough to fit a small group for whatever the occasion.
Written 13 October 2014
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