Noosa Dolphin Safari
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August 2026
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What you can expect
Have you ever wanted to see dolphins in the wild? Join this 1.5 hour Dolphin Safari from Noosa for a nature cruise like no other that will take you up close and personal with these playful animals. Cruising down the Noosa River enjoy the spectacular scenery from the water in search of the Bottlenose Dolphins. The nimble RIB boat offers a personal experience for 12 guests to watch the dolphins gracefully dive in and out of the water playing, feeding and socialising together in pods. Passengers will also see the Hells Gates coastal track, Noosa National Park and picturesque Sunshine Beach during the aquatic adventure.
Keep a camera close by to capture the moment you lay eyes on the dolphins in the wild and listen to entertaining and informative commentary from the skipper throughout the morning cruise. The Noosa dolphin cruise departs daily at 8.30am from the Noosa Marina and promises a once in a lifetime experience with wild dolphins in their natural environment.
Location
What you need to know
- 1.5 hour Dolphin Safari
- Life jacket, rain jacket, binoculars and action goggles
- Transport to and from marina
- Scenic cruise up the Noosa river before heading out around Noosa Heads where you can take is spectacular scenery and sights including Hells Gates which can only be truly appreciated from the water
- Viewing of the local Dolphin mates who know the vessel well allowing us to get up close and personal as they play, feed and socialise
- A maximum of 12 passengers seated in six rows of two means that everyone gets a ‘window seat’ and a personalised experience that only a small group allows
- The RIB boat is the same that the Navy, Coast Guard, and Water Police use which reflects its reliability and high safety standards
- Experienced, informative and entertaining guide
- Rides depart daily at 8am and 2pm
- Times are subject to change and availability
- Please allow 1.5 hours for this experience from start to finish
- Please meet at Harbour Wine Bar at Noosa Marina 10 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time
- Rides depart daily on a regular basis from Noosa Marina, 2 Parkyn Court, Tewantin
- Sunscreen
- Water
- Camera
- Light rain jacket if necessary
- There is a small locker under each seat for a few belongings however we recommend you bring them in a water proof bag
- This tour operates with a maximum of 12 guests
- The minimum age to participate in this experience is 7 years
- An average level of mobility and agility is required to participate in this experience
- Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of purchase
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
Recent reviews
Amazing and great experience for everyone. Amazing place & scenery!
Amazing experience, lots of fun! My husband and I with my 16 and 21-year-old children went on this ride and it was the absolute highlight of our whole trip to Noosa! So much fun jumping the waves, great sightseeing included and saw lots of dolphins, definitely a true thrill ride!! I would 100% recommend and we will be back for another ride!
