Moreton Island: Tangalooma Snorkeling Tour & Dolphin Feeding
Pinkenba, Brisbane
Travel to Moreton Island for a day of adventure, relaxation, and discovery with lunch included. Feed wild dolphins on this one-of-a-kind, unforgettable experience. Explore one of Australia's best snorkelling locations set among dramatic shipwrecks.
Moreton Island Day Trip from Brisbane with Snorkeling and Wild Dolphin Feeding
This full-day trip from Brisbane includes a guided snorkel tour of the Tangalooma Wrecks, exclusive resort access, and a wild dolphin feeding experience, suitable for visitors aged 6 and above.
Highlights
- Guided snorkel tour of the iconic Tangalooma Wrecks with all equipment included
- Opportunity to participate in the Wild Dolphin Feeding experience
- Exclusive access to Tangalooma Island Resort’s pools, restaurants, and bars
- All-inclusive day trip from Brisbane with lunch and no hidden national park fees
- Operated by the island’s most experienced team with over 60 years of expertise
Description
Depart from Brisbane’s Holt Street Wharf for a scenic 75-minute high-speed cruise across Moreton Bay. With over 60 years as Moreton Island’s original operator, the experienced marine crew ensures a smooth journey, often with dolphin or whale sightings. A complimentary onboard beverage is provided to start your island day.
Bookings include exclusive access to the private Tangalooma Island Resort, with full use of its facilities throughout your visit. Facilities include multiple swimming pools, restaurants, bars, convenience store, showers, and change rooms, offering a comfortable base for your trip.
The guided snorkel tour covers the famous Tangalooma Wrecks, a reef of 15 sunken vessels home to over 200 tropical fish species and coral. Snorkelling equipment—mask, snorkel, fins, and wetsuit—is provided. The wrecks are adjacent to the resort, reached via a short snorkel boat ride with safety-supported guides catering to all skill levels.
The day concludes with the Wild Dolphin Feeding Experience at sunset. A pod of wild bottlenose dolphins arrives in shallow waters for their nightly feed. This ethically managed encounter allows guests to feed wild dolphins in their natural habitat, unique to Tangalooma.
Enjoy lunch with a voucher redeemable at your choice of resort food outlets, offering options like burgers, pizza, pasta, salads, and nachos. Spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool, visiting the Eco Centre, or joining wildlife presentations hosted by the Eco Rangers. Depending on the schedule, you may see kookaburra feeding or attend seabird talks.
Pricing is transparent and includes return boat transfers, snorkel tour with equipment, dolphin feeding, a complimentary drink, a lunch voucher, and full resort access. There are no hidden fees.
Includes
- Round-trip boat transfers from Brisbane to Tangalooma Island with direct arrival at the resort
- Day pass entry to Tangalooma Island Resort with full-day access to all facilities
- Use of swimming pools, beachfront access, change rooms, restaurants, cafés, and bars
- One standard onboard beverage (soft drink, tea, coffee, or water)
- Lunch voucher ($25 per adult, $20 per child) redeemable at resort food outlets
- Guided 90-minute snorkelling tour of the Tangalooma Wrecks including safety briefing and expert guidance
- Approximately 30–35 minutes of in-water snorkelling time, conditions permitting
- All snorkelling equipment provided: mask, snorkel, fins, wetsuit
- Participation in the Wild Dolphin Feeding Experience
- Access to Eco Ranger programs and “Discover the World of Dolphins” presentation at the Eco Centre
Excludes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (shuttle bus transfers available from select Brisbane and Gold Coast hotels - search TANGALOOMA SHUTTLE)
- Additional snacks, drinks, and beverages
- Wild Dolphin feeding photo (available for purchase at Resort Photo Shop)
Important Information
- Wild dolphin feeding depends on weather, dolphin behavior, and guest numbers. Strict feeding limits protect the dolphins; sometimes one fish is shared between two guests or 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 the dolphin feeding.
- Return times vary seasonally to match sunset: departures from Moreton Island are approximately 7:00pm in winter, 7:30pm in autumn and spring, and 8:00pm in summer, with arrival in Brisbane about 75 minutes later.
- Guests should inform the operator of any medical conditions after booking. A medical certificate confirming snorkelling fitness may be required. Asthma medication is recommended for those affected.
- Minimum age is 6 years.
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 2 days in advance for a full refund.
Book early to secure your preferred date. Bring a towel, sun protection, and swimwear for snorkelling and dolphin feeding.
