Cruises

Why Choose a Cruise?

If you love to relax, enjoy spending time outdoors, enjoy celebrating, and hate the stress of planning, then a cruise might just be the perfect solution for all your holiday woes.

Are you thinking about hosting your friends? Or planning a family trip, the Great Barrier Reef Cruise for a family of two adults and two children is a great choice. In addition to a tour on a glass-bottom boat, you’ll have a chance to snorkel and enjoy a buffet lunch.

Whether you’re thinking about an evening of romance or an exciting day with friends, RedBalloon has a wide selection of cruise packages to choose from. From a ride on a serene river to a city harbour tour, cruising is one of the most incredible ways to see the country’s natural beauty.

Dining Cruises

Combine gourmet dining with breathtaking views on one of our dining cruises. From Sydney Harbour 3-course lunches to Melbourne sunset dinners with wine, every cruise ship package ensures a premium experience. These are ideal gifts, offering the perfect blend of luxury and adventure.

Cruise Roebuck Bay with a delicious five-course tapas meal, along with a cocktail and sparkling wine. Enjoy the picturesque coastline as you nibble on your culinary delights and keep your eyes peeled, you’re bound to spot some wildlife.

If you’re looking for a unique dining cruise to take with friends, go on a unique date, or have a fun siblings day out, the Catch a Crab Cruise is an excellent choice. You’ll get an up close look at the fishing lifestyle, feed fish, catch crabs, and pump for yabbies. Plus, there’s a fresh seafood platter lunch.

If you have romance on your mind, there’s no better way to make a love connection than with a private luxury yacht hire for two. An experienced skipper will take you on a two-hour sail before you secure your ship for the evening and enjoy a romantic overnight stay for two. Plus, it comes with a full breakfast and gourmet dinner.

Scenic Cruises

To see Australia from a brand new perspective, consider RedBalloon’s vast selection of scenic cruises. Whether you want to sail the Sydney Harbour or explore the Tangalooma Wreck, Australia has calm rivers and beautiful coastlines up and down its length. If you love wildlife watching, sightseeing, and relaxing under a beautiful sky, then there’s a scenic RedBalloon cruise that was made just for you.

Enjoy a relaxing two-hour cruise for four on Sydney Harbour with a delicious beach picnic lunch. No trip to Sydney is complete without a visit to the harbour, and taking to the water for a new perspective is the best way to see it all for yourself.

Kick your sightseeing up a notch with this Daintree River cruise and a scenic flight over the reef. Everything is taken care of from morning tea to a tropical rainforest barbecue.

If you’re a large group, there’s no need to worry; you still have plenty of options available! Luckily, RedBalloon has a stellar Sydney Harbour Bridge cruise for up to 10 people. This three-hour cruise is a unique opportunity to see Sydney from a different perspective, and you can feel free to take a picnic lunch on your trip; the boat does provide cutlery and glasses. There is also snorkelling gear if you want to get an even closer look. Don’t worry about experience; you’ll have a skipper on hand to handle your sailing.

Grab a seaplane and take off to Rottnest Island. Not only will you enjoy a scenic airplane ride, but you’ll also get to try your hand at catching lobster. Of course, no sailing would be complete without the succulent seven-course seafood banquet served on the boat.

Last Minute Cruise Deals

Have you been looking high and low for a unique gift option and struggling because it’s now last-minute? Put your panic at bay by opting for a RedBalloon Vouchers for our many last minute cruise deals. All you have to do is select the perfect experience, purchase, and watch as it arrives via email.

Sightseeing and cruising have gone hand in hand as long as the industry has existed. It’s a fun way to escape the stress of everyday life and see familiar sites from a new perspective. There’s nothing more exhilarating than seeing marine creatures in their natural setting, whether you’re setting out to spot them or just hoping to catch a glimpse on another adventure.

Whether you’re planning a birthday break, anniversary adventure, or impromptu escape, our last-minute cruise deals are the ideal gift choice.

Keep your eyes peeled for RedBalloon sales, we’re always putting experiences on sale, and you don’t want to miss out on the opportunity of a lifetime at a bargain basement price!

Romantic Experiences

If you have romance on your mind, there are plenty of romantic cruises to choose from, whether you want to take off for a few days or enjoy a day on the open water.

Picture this. The sun has set, and the lights are dancing on the surface of the water. You can’t believe how beautiful Sydney Harbour is from this perspective, and now it’s time to sit down to a six-course degustation menu. What better way to romance your partner?

If you prefer your cruise to be accompanied by dinner and a show, don’t miss out on the exciting dinner and Latino Show cruise.

Make the day of it with a flight to Kakadu and an exciting day of cruising, sightseeing, lunching, and enjoying nature.

For the ultimate sailing experience, consider booking your underwater overnight experience at ReefSuite. In addition to the overnight accommodation, your booking also includes all your meals and drinks. You can snorkel or sit back and relax as you sail near the Great Barrier Reef.

Experiences For 2

If a hot air balloon flight isn’t thrilling enough for your partner, check out the luxury add-ons like gourmet meals, wine tasting, or an evening cruise to cap off a delightful day out.

The Glenelg Twilight Catamaran cruise is your opportunity to enjoy a South Australian sunset from the water. The trip comes with a complimentary beverage from the on-board bar, but additional drinks are available to purchase on the 90-minute cruise.

If you’re looking for the ultimate day out, you can’t miss out on the Top End Day Tour that comes with scenic flights, a cruise, and a crocodile encounter. You’ll be ticking several boxes on your bucket list with this experience, starting with a helicopter ride before shifting to an airboat, then a billabong, and before the barbecue, you’ll have your chance to feed the crocodiles.

Take a luxury Rottnest Island Seafood Cruise to celebrate delicious local sea life and exquisite cooking. Along with unlimited drinks, enjoy a seven-course seafood banquet for the ages. You can even try your hand at fishing for lobsters.

Hop on an overnight Tall Ship cruise that comes with breakfast and dinner. Sail the harbour, enjoy wine and canapes over the course of two and a half hours, before curling up for a restless night of sleep on an overnight stay on the Tall Ship! You’ll learn about Sydney’s early Aboriginal history, its convict past, and explore historic Goat Island.

A gin flight cruise might be a little different from most options, but with the trendy drink on the upswing, it’s a great option for many of the cocktail lovers in your life. You’ll enjoy a 90-minute cruise aboard the M.V. Maranui on the Murray River. Once the day is done, you can take home a 500 ml bottle of handcrafted gin as a keepsake.

Cruises Across Australia

Wherever you’re travelling in Australia, there are countless iconic landmarks, famous locations and hidden gems that only the locals whisper about. Whether you’re a Brisbane fanatic, sold on Sydney, or passionate about Melbourne, RedBalloon’s cruise selection is a good place to start your exploration of Australia. From our harbour tours to private boat charters, RedBalloon’s cruise experiences are designed to delight.