North Stradbroke Island small groups day tour
Description
Trade the city skyline for pristine coastline with our family-friendly North Stradbroke Island small groups day tour from Brisbane. Locally known as 'Straddie', this breathtaking island paradise offers a captivating mix of turquoise ocean waters, tea-tree infused freshwater lakes, and iconic Australian wildlife.
Your day of exploration features the renowned North Gorge Walk, celebrated as one of Australia's most spectacular coastal walks. As you traverse the scenic cliffside paths, keep your eyes peeled for vibrant marine life including resident bottlenose dolphins, sea turtles, manta rays, and majestic humpback whales during their annual migration (June to November).
With plenty of relaxed free time, you will visit idyllic spots like Cylinder Beach and the serene Brown Lake. Along the way, your expert guide will share rich insights into the island's indigenous Quandamooka heritage, geology, and unique ecology, making this tour an enriching experience for all ages.
Location Map
Highlights
- Return transfers from Brisbane in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Scenic Moreton Bay ferry cruise transfers included
- Guided walk along the spectacular North Gorge Walk
- Wildlife watching opportunities to spot wild koalas, kangaroos, and dolphins
- Seasonal humpback whale spotting from Point Lookout cliffs (June–Nov)
- Visit to the serene, tea-tree infused waters of Brown Lake
- Relaxation time at the popular and safe Cylinder Beach
- Intimate small-group setting for a personalized, family-friendly experience
Exclusions
- Food and beverages (lunch and snacks available for purchase)
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (central meeting point provided)
- Travel and medical insurance
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
Terms & Conditions for This Tour
These are the key terms that apply to tour bookings. They form part of your contract with 1860 Travels — see the full Terms & Conditions for the complete text.
Pricing, Inclusions & Exclusions
- Prices are per person unless stated otherwise, and may change at any time until your booking confirmation is issued.
- The Inclusions and Exclusions listed on this page are specific to this tour — anything not listed under Inclusions is excluded from the price.
- Prices exclude local taxes, charges, gratuities, food and beverages, and transfers unless expressly stated otherwise. Gratuities are entirely at your discretion.
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Student and senior (60+) pricing requires valid ID at the time of booking and on the day of travel.
- Group tariffs may be available for parties of 10 or more — contact us for a quote.
Amendments & Cancellations
- Amendments to this booking can be made by contacting us at least 96 hours before the departure date.
- Cancellation notice must be received at least 1 week before departure, otherwise a 100% cancellation charge applies.
- Theatre tickets, dining products, and overnight tours cannot be amended or cancelled unless otherwise stated at the time of booking.
- For health or pandemic-related cancellations, options may include a travel credit voucher, rebooking on flexible dates, or a full refund, subject to the specific product's conditions.
- If you miss a coach tour through no fault of 1860 Travels, no refund will be issued; a discounted rebooking rate may be offered as a gesture of goodwill.
Refunds & Compensation
- If a venue cannot be visited during the tour due to unforeseen circumstances, a partial refund of the admission value may be issued at our discretion.
- No refund is given for non-operational air conditioning or washroom facilities on an assigned vehicle.
- Refund requests cannot be accepted more than 30 days after the tour's completion.
- Approved refunds are processed within 15–20 working days via the original payment method.
- Third-party tours where 1860 Travels acts as an agent are non-refundable and subject to the supplier's own terms.
Payment
- Full payment is required at the time of booking unless otherwise specified.
- We accept Visa and MasterCard and charge no service fee, though your card issuer may apply its own charges.
- Customer payments are held in a dedicated client money trust account until your booking is completed or cancelled.
