North Stradbroke Island Day Trip with BBQ
Main Beach, Gold Coast, Brisbane
Discover North Stradbroke Island on a day trip from Brisbane. Swim in Brown Lake, spot wildlife at Point Lookout, and enjoy a beach BBQ before meeting koalas at Amity Point.
This full-day guided tour from Brisbane explores Moreton Bay's natural highlights, including freshwater lakes, beaches, wildlife, and a beach BBQ.
Highlights
- Savor a traditional Australian BBQ on Flinders Beach with sausages and salad
- Swim in Brown Lake’s clear, tea tree-infused freshwater
- Spot dolphins, turtles, and manta rays at Point Lookout’s North Gorge
- Meet koalas at Amity Point and take memorable photos
- Collect shells and photograph the white sands of Main Beach
Description
Your day starts with hotel pickup in Brisbane, followed by transfer to Cleveland. From there, take a ferry across Moreton Bay to Dunwich.
Arrive at Dunwich and travel via bush track to Brown Lake, a freshwater lake known for its tea tree waters. Enjoy swimming, photography, and commentary during your visit.
Next, drive through Blue Lake National Park to Main Beach, a 32-kilometer stretch of white sand. Stop for photographs and shell collecting along the beach.
Continue to Point Lookout’s North Gorge for wildlife viewing, where you may see dolphins, turtles, and manta rays. Between 20 May and 31 October, this location is ideal for humpback whale watching.
Head to Flinders Beach for a classic Australian BBQ lunch on the beach. Before lunch, you can swim, relax, play beach games, or take additional photos.
After lunch, visit Amity Point to meet koalas and capture photos. The tour concludes with a ferry from Dunwich back to Cleveland, then transportation returns you to your Brisbane hotel.
Includes
- Pickup and drop-off at Brisbane hotel or accommodation
- Transport to Cleveland
- Ferry trip across Moreton Bay to Dunwich
- Visit to Brown Lake for swimming and photography
- Drive through Blue Lake National Park
- Visit to Main Beach for photos and shell collecting
- Wildlife viewing at Point Lookout’s North Gorge
- BBQ lunch on Flinders Beach
- Visit to Amity Point to see koalas
- Return trip to Cleveland and back to Brisbane
Excludes
- Nighttime activities after returning to your hotel
- Souvenirs
- Alcohol
Important Information
- Humpback whales are best viewed between 20 May and 31 October each year
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring swimwear, sunscreen, a camera, and wear comfortable shoes. Booking in advance is recommended, especially during whale watching season.
