Aria Cruises
Aria Cruises
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Aria Cruises will take you on a sailing adventure like no other aboard a purpose built seawind catamaran. As you sail through the pristine waters that Moreton Bay has to offer, the boat will take you to some of the most scenic beach locations just of the mainland of Brisbane. On board you can also keep a look out for the different marine life in the area such as dolphins, turtles, dugongs and much more. Check out Aria’s Facebook Page for latest photo and news updates.
Cleveland, Queensland, Australia
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2024
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Mark T
Birkdale, Australia11 contributions
July 2020
It’s not often I hand out a 5 star review but I genuinely feel compelled on this occasion after spending a wonderful day with the Aria Team. Things I look for when engaging with a business is quality, customer service and value for money. Aria Cruises hit the nail on the head with all three and by this I mean we experienced and observed high levels of quality with respect to the standard Food, Amenities, Safety and Hygiene.
This set a good level of confidence in the forthcoming days cruise. The boat arrived at the dock on time and we were greeted by a warm friendly welcome from both the Captain and the stewardess ( what a great team), this to us set the ground of the engagement with Aria Cruises.
The Captain was open, friendly and funny, and really did give a sense of making the journey informative and entertaining. The team ensured that the right safety protocols were observed and it was encouraging to see a clear COVID management plan on display as well as being observed. Overall the value for money especially with food etc, in return for a really enjoyable day really did make a awesome day one in which I heard other customers compliment on the experience.
Aria Cruises genuinely provided an excellent day, one of which we will most certainly being going on again and one which will see us bring friends and family.
Awesome !
This set a good level of confidence in the forthcoming days cruise. The boat arrived at the dock on time and we were greeted by a warm friendly welcome from both the Captain and the stewardess ( what a great team), this to us set the ground of the engagement with Aria Cruises.
The Captain was open, friendly and funny, and really did give a sense of making the journey informative and entertaining. The team ensured that the right safety protocols were observed and it was encouraging to see a clear COVID management plan on display as well as being observed. Overall the value for money especially with food etc, in return for a really enjoyable day really did make a awesome day one in which I heard other customers compliment on the experience.
Aria Cruises genuinely provided an excellent day, one of which we will most certainly being going on again and one which will see us bring friends and family.
Awesome !
Written 5 July 2020
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Donna R
2 contributions
Apr 2021
Fantastic cruise for my husbands 50th Birthday that we celebrated with our friends and family. Everyone both young and old loved their time in the water at Peel island and the trip there and back was so smooth with a gorgeous sunset to make the day perfect. Heide and Renee were fantastic looking after us all and the buffet lunch and afternoon was all freshly made and yummie. The girls also looked after all the drinks and spoiled everyone. We did have an incident on board with an injury, but the whole crew were brilliant and a special thanks to the owner of Aria Cruises racing to us in 15mins with marine rescue to get her to the mainland for medical assistance.
For the kids the best part for hanging onto the rope on the sail back to the mainland
For the kids the best part for hanging onto the rope on the sail back to the mainland
Written 17 April 2021
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roseceniza8
Brisbane, Australia27 contributions
Feb 2020
This was a memorable experience for our family a half day (5hrs) sailing cruise on a beautiful catamaran boat. The captain Rob and his crew member Adam were friendly and were so easy and pleasant to deal with. Not only did they provide amazing customer service and entertainment they also acted as a tour guide giving us info on the island (Peel Island) amongst other things. What we loved best about our trip was that it was an easy going vibe and also the scenery and the many activities Aria Cruise offered. It was a fun and also a relaxing day and was a memorable experience for us as a family. Thank you Rob and Adam and Aria Cruise for this experience, we will definitely be back again with our friends and family!
Written 14 February 2020
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Wendy P
Mooloolaba, Australia13 contributions
May 2021
We recently took our staff out for a belated Xmas party (joys of working in hospitality!) and had a fantastic day with the team from Aria Cruises! From the moment of booking our trip to finishing the day back at the dock, we cannot fault them. The weather was perfect and our staff thoroughly enjoyed the cruise to the island and getting the opportunity to spend some time in the water and also exploring the island.
The boat is fabulous with everything you would need to keep a roudy bunch of hospo workers happy :-)
If you are looking for either staff gathering or a quiet trip to islands with family - we would definitely recommend Aria!
The boat is fabulous with everything you would need to keep a roudy bunch of hospo workers happy :-)
If you are looking for either staff gathering or a quiet trip to islands with family - we would definitely recommend Aria!
Written 10 May 2021
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Hop_On_Brewery_Tours
Gold Coast, Australia16 contributions
Dec 2020
Awesome morning out with Captain Rob, deckhand Adam and Aria Cruises as we sailed out on a perfect Brisbane Day to Peel Island. On arrival we anchored just off shore and were given ample opportunity to enjoy the beach and picturesque surroundings.
Back on board we were treated to a delicious lunch comprising of cold meats,salad and prawns with a good selection of cold beverages to compliment.
For our trip back the boom net was brought out which was great fun
Highly recommend this cruise as it represents excellent value for money, Rob was both witty and professional and the food catered for all dietary requirements. Five Stars from us and we will return!
Back on board we were treated to a delicious lunch comprising of cold meats,salad and prawns with a good selection of cold beverages to compliment.
For our trip back the boom net was brought out which was great fun
Highly recommend this cruise as it represents excellent value for money, Rob was both witty and professional and the food catered for all dietary requirements. Five Stars from us and we will return!
Written 1 December 2020
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Trip233572
Brisbane, Australia8 contributions
May 2021 • Business
Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
We can’t thank you enough for an absolutely wonderful cruise to Horseshoe Bay where we were treated to a beautiful lunch of prawns, chicken and salads.
There was plenty of activities whilst anchored, and we walked along the beach as the tide started to drop:
On raising the anchor; we found ourselves boom-netting off the back of the boat which was so much fun (and so therapeutic too I am certain).
Our cruise back to Raby Bay was just sublime; nibbling on cheese; fresh fruit, watching the sun drop down whilst sipping on one final G+T.
Thanks crew we will back super soon
Star Family ⚓️
We can’t thank you enough for an absolutely wonderful cruise to Horseshoe Bay where we were treated to a beautiful lunch of prawns, chicken and salads.
There was plenty of activities whilst anchored, and we walked along the beach as the tide started to drop:
On raising the anchor; we found ourselves boom-netting off the back of the boat which was so much fun (and so therapeutic too I am certain).
Our cruise back to Raby Bay was just sublime; nibbling on cheese; fresh fruit, watching the sun drop down whilst sipping on one final G+T.
Thanks crew we will back super soon
Star Family ⚓️
Written 15 May 2021
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Chris B
2 contributions
Oct 2020
The whole day was excellent. Rob couldn’t have done more to ensure we had a great day, including jokes that just kept rolling off his tongue. On Staddie, we had a local man drive us across the island in his 4 wheel drive. He was a font of knowledge, taking us to see some of the more unusual highlights of the island; a little dog who likes to sit on the roof of his house, a koala sitting in a tree, as well as the houses in millionaires row. I highly recommend the Gorge walk. Lunch on the boat was delicious and better than I was expecting. I highly recommend Aria cruises and we would definitely sail with them again.
Written 24 October 2020
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Rod F
Brisbane, Australia41 contributions
July 2022
Yet again, we enjoyed another fabulous day on Aria Cruises with family and friends (this time, a 3 generation group of 10; aged 4 to retired). This trip was the "Stradbroke Island Tour", including land based whale watching from the eternally beautiful Gorge Walk at Point Lookout. Perfect weather, and heaps of whales to see.
An outing with Aria Cruises has become a favourite thing for a family to celebrate milestones and birthdays, or simply just to have a good day out. The Aria is a very comfortable vessel for Morton Bay adventures, and the crew are wonderful. All round great value for a fun day. Thoroughly recommend Aria Cruises for anyone of any age; - solo, couples, families, groups.
Thank you Rob and Drew for another memorable day.
An outing with Aria Cruises has become a favourite thing for a family to celebrate milestones and birthdays, or simply just to have a good day out. The Aria is a very comfortable vessel for Morton Bay adventures, and the crew are wonderful. All round great value for a fun day. Thoroughly recommend Aria Cruises for anyone of any age; - solo, couples, families, groups.
Thank you Rob and Drew for another memorable day.
Written 17 July 2022
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Thanks 967rodf for your 5 star review, the day sounds wonderful !
Written 26 February 2024
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Dennis North
Brisbane, Australia8 contributions
Aug 2021 • Couples
My Wife and I went on Aria,s Straddie cruise on Saturday 21st August.The weather was fine the cruise was excellent Rob and Renae really know how to look after you a nice morning tea and lunch was had on board , when we arrived at Straddie we boarded a bus to point look out and we’re taken on a walking tour of North Gorge and surrounds the talk was very informative and indeed the whole cruise was very informative at Straddie we saw Whales a pod of Dolphins and some of our tour even saw Turtles all in all it was a wonderful day out on the Bay and I couldn’t,speake highly enough of Rob and his crew.
I would highly recommend Aria cruises to anyone who would like a relaxing cruise on the Bay with a very caring and first class company.
Sincerely Yours
Dennis and Carolyn North
I would highly recommend Aria cruises to anyone who would like a relaxing cruise on the Bay with a very caring and first class company.
Sincerely Yours
Dennis and Carolyn North
Written 26 August 2021
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Carrol H
Brisbane, Australia10 contributions
Sept 2020
Once again Aria Cruises did not disappoint. If you want a great day out on the water then I can't recommend Aria Cruises enough. Captain Rob and his crew are highly professional as well as relaxed and entertaining. Great morning tea and lunch. Drinks brought out to the beach while we lazed away in the sun. Rob is not only a funny guy but very informative regarding the local surrounds and sea life. We saw Dugongs and lots of dolphins. This was my third trip with Aria Cruises and hopefully not the last. I can't wait to do it again. Thanks, Rob and crew for a fabulous day.
Written 5 September 2020
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Hi, just wondering how the snorkelling is? I am mainly interested in the snorkelling aspect of it, not the sailing. Would I be satisfied? Thank you
Written 29 April 2019
It’s not a snorkelling tour, it’s a Moreton bay cruise. No snorkelling ling. It is still amazing and a great boat trip. You do get to swim around peel island.
Written 24 November 2019
Hello, can an old lady with fragil bones book a tour ? Is the boat permit a peaceful trip, it's all good. Please can you give me a piece of information regarding the boat, the possibilities for old peoples ? Thank you very much for you attention.
Regards.
Written 16 July 2018
it seems there are 4 and 5 hour cruise options. What time is the afternoon to sunset cruise? We will arrive around 11 AM and want time to check in and get to the dock.
Written 21 March 2016
We went on the morning cruise at 8am and arrived back just after 1. I think the afternoon cruise starts around 1.30 but you can ring and check. A great day out.
Written 22 March 2016
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