Koala & River Cruise - VIP COMBO DEAL- RETURN CRUISE- ENTRY INCLUDED

Indulge in the ultimate Brisbane day trip with the Koala and River Cruises VIP Package. Your journey begins with a scenic morning river cruise to the iconic Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. Onboard, delight in a freshly prepared morning tea featuring a selection of house-baked goods and your choice of a hot or cold beverage.

Spend your day exploring the world’s largest koala sanctuary, home to over 130 koalas, kangaroos, and an array of native Australian wildlife. Get up close, take unforgettable photos, and immerse yourself in nature and conservation.

As the afternoon unfolds, board your return cruise to Brisbane with a touch of luxury — a gourmet cheese board paired with a glass of wine, served as you unwind and take in the riverside views. Perfect for visitors and locals alike, the VIP Package offers a relaxed and memorable way to discover Brisbane and its wildlife wonders.

VIP Koala and River Cruise Combo deal

We have packaged up a great deal  with food and drinks included to offer you a great day.

• You'll board the MV Mirimar in Brisbane's Southbank district, and leave the city behind on a relaxing cruise to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
• Convenient departure place - right in the heart of Brisbane City
• Enjoy an informative commentary from your captain as you glide along Brisbane's waterfront, passing from the bustle of the city's skyscrapers to leafy suburbs with waterside mansions.
• Includes morning tea, then drink (wine or beer) with a gourmet cheese board on trip to city
• Arriving at Lone Pine, you will have 3 hours to explore the world's largest Koala sanctuary, with more than 130 Koalas on site. 
• Discover the Platypus House where you may get a chance to see the shy platypus, a native to Australia.
• Check out owls, kites and sea eagles soar above you at the popular Flight Raptor show.
• Feed the kangaroos and wallabies; more than 100 of them live in the 5-acre (2 hectare) reserve at Lone Pine.
• Along with koalas and kangaroos, Lone Pine hosts a sheepdog show where you see the hardworking dogs round up a herd of sheep, responding to their master's whistles, calls and hand signals.
• Relaxing return journey on our ultra-modern cruise boat enjoying a glass of our Australian wine or beer and cheese plate included

You'll board Mirimar II in Brisbane's Southbank district where you'll find the the boat at the Cultural Centre Pontoon which is located on the boardwalk in front of the Queensland State Library. Boarding commences half an hour before departure.  CHECK IN is required 15 minutes before departure. The return trip to the city departs Lone Pine Jetty at 1.30 pm sharp arriving back at the Cultural Centre Pontoon at 2.45 pm.

Other food and drink is available for purchase on this trip.

Koala Moment (Touch a Koala)

 https://lonepinekoalasanctuary.com/wildlife-encounters/ 

Best times to book is 10:30 through to 12:15, while we are at the Sanctuary 

If booked out online, there will be limited availability a the Experience Hunt inside the sanctuary on the day.

We highly recommend booking online as soon as possible

All animal encounters are booked and managed directly through the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and can not be changed or influenced by our crew. 

This is a curtesy email to give our passengers the best experience possible.

On arrival

There are 28 stairs to climb from the boat to the entry gates at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.

Ticketing

Concession:

• Pensioners with valid Australian Pensioners Card.
• Seniors aged 65 years and over with valid Australian or overseas ID to prove age

Students:

• 14-17 year olds or Students with valid Australian or Overseas Student ID