Surfers Paradise
Iconic Surfers Paradise is famous for beaches and fun, it’s also the gateway to the beautiful and calm waterways.
Every hour Hopo departs to discover a different side of the glitter strip, with entertaining captains commentary, famous landmarks, riverside mansions and wildlife spotting.
Hot tip: visit the friendly customer service team at the Hopo Information Kiosk, Surfers Paradise to buy tickets or to help plan your day.
HOTA, Home Of The Arts
Float to HOTA, Home of the Arts for world-class art, dining and entertainment within an ultra-cool precinct.
This must-see destination has something for everyone, exclusive art exhibitions, fabulous Sunday markets, art-house cinema, swimming lake, cafe, award-winning restaurant and rooftop bar with unforgettable views.
Hot tip: don’t miss the HOTA Gallery, it’s a mecca of colour and free to visit year round.
Marina Mirage
Taste the good life at Marina Mirage, and see the expansive sparkling Broadwater in all its glory.
The perfect stop for waterfront dining, boutique shopping and lavish superyachts. The scenic trip from Surfers Paradise to Marina Mirage is around 30 minutes, so kick back and relax with a drink from the onboard bar.
Hot tip: keep your camera handy and look out for Dolphins and Pelicans along the way.
Broadwater Parklands
Hop off at historic Southport CBD for a foodie trail of ethnic restaurants, including the bustling Chinatown.
Broadwater Parklands is an epic three kilometres of nature play for all ages! Beautiful walks, three mega playgrounds, rock pools, a cafe and picnic spots galore. You can bring your bike, pram or scooters onboard for a fun family day out. The ferries are also fully accessible with room for wheelchairs.
Hot tip: check out the Broadwater Parklands page to discover upcoming events and things to do.
Sea World
The best way to get to Sea World Marine Park is by Hopo Ferry! Hopo is a hassle-free cruise that showcases the beautiful Gold Coast from land and sea. Relax onboard after a busy day marvelling at marine life and towering rides.
Hopo stops at the Sea World Cruises terminal, which has a variety of cruises departing daily, including – Whale Watching (June to November), Sea World Dinner Cruises and exhilarating Arro Jet boat rides.
Hot tip: kids aged under 5 travel for free on Hopo!
Plan Your Trip
Cruising is easy, with 2 ferries and hourly departures. The hardest part is deciding where to go first.
Purchase Tickets
Simply purchase onboard, online, or at our customer service desks in Surfers Paradise or Main Beach.
Hopo Benefits
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With over 200+ Reasons Why
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The best way to get around the Gold Coast
Hopo is privately owned and locally operated by The Tour Collective. To see their collection of world-class experiences click here.
Acknowledgement of Country
Hopo acknowledge the Traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Owners of the land, sea and waters on which we operate and recognise their custodianship of culture and Country for over 60,000 years.
