Gold Coast Duck Tours for the Whole Family
There's nothing quite like watching your kids' faces the moment an ordinary looking bus suddenly splashes down into the water and turns into a boat. Gold Coast duck tours do exactly that, rolling out from the heart of Surfers Paradise, past the city's famous streets and landmarks, before the amphibious vehicle rolls straight into the Gold Coast Broadwater for a relaxing cruise. It's sightseeing and a cruise rolled into one ride, and a genuine novelty for families of any age. Here's where to book yours.
QuackrDuck Gold Coast City Tour and River Cruise
The QuackrDuck Gold Coast City Tour and River Cruise sets off from the heart of Surfers Paradise aboard the amphibious Quack'R'Duck, rolling past the homes of the rich and famous at Paradise Waters before splashing down into the Gold Coast Broadwater. Kids love the moment the vehicle hits the water, and the informative commentary keeps the whole family entertained as you cruise past Marina Mirage and Sea World on the way back to Surfers Paradise.
Aquaduck Gold Coast City Tour and River Cruise
The Aquaduck is Australia's original amphibious tour and a firm family favourite, also departing Surfers Paradise for a land and water adventure through the Broadwater. The twist here is that kids get to take the helm themselves under supervision once you're on the water, plus they receive a souvenir driving certificate to take home, a nice point of difference if you're keen to try more than one duck tour on your Gold Coast trip.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a Gold Coast duck tour run for?
Both the QuackrDuck and Aquaduck tours run for around 1 hour, combining a road tour of Surfers Paradise with a cruise on the Broadwater.
Are Gold Coast duck tours suitable for young kids?
Yes, both tours are family friendly and suitable for all ages, with children under 2 travelling free on the QuackrDuck tour when seated on a parent's lap.
What's the difference between the QuackrDuck and the Aquaduck?
Both follow a similar route and format, but the Aquaduck lets kids take a supervised turn steering the vehicle on the water and hands out a souvenir driving certificate, while the QuackrDuck focuses on sightseeing and informative commentary along Paradise Waters and the Broadwater.
Where do Gold Coast duck tours depart from?
Both tours depart from the Surfers Paradise area, an easy walk from most major hotels in the main strip.
Do we need to book a Gold Coast duck tour in advance?
Yes, booking ahead is recommended since departure times run on a set schedule throughout the day and popular time slots can fill up during peak holiday periods.
Local tip: book an earlier departure time if the kids get restless waiting around, and keep the camera ready for the exact moment the vehicle rolls off the road and splashes into the Broadwater, it's the highlight of the whole tour.
Sort your family's Gold Coast duck tour above, the QuackrDuck for a relaxed sightseeing cruise, or the Aquaduck for a turn behind the wheel. All good days are waiting.
