Moreton Island: Tangalooma ATV Quad Bike & Dolphin Feeding

Pinkenba, Brisbane



Get a day pass to Tangalooma Island Resort to feed wild dolphins, ride an ATV quad bike, and relax in the pools or on the beach. Take the ferry from Brisbane to Moreton with a lunch voucher included.

Tangalooma Island Resort day cruise from Brisbane offers ATV quad bike tours, dolphin feeding, and exclusive resort access for all experience levels.

Highlights

  • Experience Australia’s longest ATV quad bike tracks
  • Relax on the clear waters and sandy beaches of Tangalooma Island Resort
  • Exclusive access to resort pools, bars, and facilities for the day
  • Participate in the Wild Dolphin Feeding experience
  • All-inclusive day trip from Brisbane including lunch and no hidden fees

Description

Depart from Brisbane’s Holt Street Wharf on a scenic high-speed cruise across Moreton Bay. With over 60 years of experience, the marine crew ensures a smooth transition from city to island. The 75-minute journey offers chances to spot dolphins or whales, plus a complimentary beverage to start your day.

Booking the day cruise grants full access to the private Tangalooma Island Resort, reserved exclusively for guests and day visitors. Facilities include swimming pools, beachfront areas, bars, restaurants, a convenience store, showers, change rooms, lockers, and phone-charging stations.

Experience an adrenaline-filled 45-minute ATV quad bike tour across beach and bushland terrain. After a safety briefing and training, riders of all levels can enjoy Australia’s best and longest dedicated ATV tracks.

Lunch is included via a food voucher redeemable at selected resort outlets. Spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool, enjoying drinks at the bar, exploring beaches and gardens, visiting the Eco Centre, or joining Eco Ranger wildlife talks.

As evening falls, join the guided Wild Dolphin Feeding experience with a resident pod of bottlenose dolphins. This session offers an authentic wildlife encounter before the return ferry to Brisbane.

Pricing covers return boat transfers, ATV tour, a complimentary drink, lunch voucher, and full resort access with no hidden fees.

Includes

  • Round-trip boat transfers from Brisbane to Tangalooma Island Resort
  • Guided 45-minute ATV quad bike tour with safety briefing, professional guides, helmet (closed shoes required)
  • Exclusive all-day access to private Tangalooma Island Resort with no admission fees
  • Use of resort facilities including pools, beachfront access, bathrooms, lockers, guest services, shaded areas, restaurants, cafés, and bars
  • One standard beverage on the boat transfer (soft drink, tea, coffee, or water)
  • $25 lunch voucher redeemable at resort food outlets with various options (burgers, pizza, pasta, salads, nachos)
  • Participation in the Wild Dolphin Feeding Experience

Excludes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (shuttle bus transfers available from select Brisbane and Gold Coast hotels at additional cost)
  • Additional snacks, drinks, and beverages
  • Wild Dolphin Feeding photos (available for purchase at Resort Photo Shop)

Important Information

  • Dolphin feeding depends on weather, dolphin behaviour, and guest numbers. Feeding limits apply to protect dolphins; sometimes feeding occurs from the jetty. If no dolphins appear, eligible guests receive a return voucher (conditions apply).
  • Wear comfortable clothing suitable for getting wet during dolphin feeding.
  • Return times vary seasonally to align with sunset: approximately 7:00pm in winter, 7:30pm in autumn and spring, 8:00pm in summer. Arrival back in Brisbane is about 75 minutes later.
  • Some activities are physically demanding. Guests must inform operators of any injuries, medical conditions (including pregnancy, epilepsy, cardiovascular issues), disabilities, or illnesses affecting participation.

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 2 days in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, bring closed shoes for the ATV tour, a change of clothes for dolphin feeding, and book in advance to secure your preferred date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The day cruise includes ATV quad bike tours, wild dolphin feeding, access to resort pools, bars, and facilities, plus lunch.
The cruise departs from Brisbane’s Holt Street Wharf for a high-speed journey across Moreton Bay.
Yes, the ATV quad bike tours are suitable for all experience levels.
Moreton Island offers Australia’s longest ATV quad bike tracks for extended riding experiences.
Yes, lunch is included as part of the all-inclusive day trip package.
Guests get to hand-feed wild dolphins in the evening under supervision at Tangalooma Island Resort.
No, resort pools, bars, and facilities access are included with no hidden fees.
Dolphin feeding is typically held at dusk; check the website for current schedule details.
No prior experience is necessary, as instructions are provided and the trails are designed for all levels.
Yes, you can relax on the sandy beaches and swim in the clear waters around Tangalooma Island Resort.

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