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ANNOUNCEMENT

Effective 7th December, 2025, Hopo is no longer operating the HOTA Express service. Thank you for understanding.

ANNOUNCEMENT

Effective 7th December, 2025, Hopo is no longer operating the HOTA Express service. Thank you for understanding.

Go the Scenic Way

Single & Return Fare Tickets

Single Fare Ticket

5 must-see destinations
Hourly departures
Buy ferry tickets directly from your Captain

One Way Fares

Destination
Surfers Paradise
HOTA
Marina Mirage
Broadwater Parklands
Sea World
Surfers Paradise

–

$10

$20

$20

$20

HOTA

$10

–

$20

$20

$20

Marina Mirage

$20

$20

–

$10

$10

Broadwater Parklands

$20

$20

$10

–

$10

Sea World

$20

$20

$10

$10

–

Destination
Surfers Paradise
HOTA
Marina Mirage
Broadwater Parklands
Sea World
Surfers Paradise

–

$8

$16

$16

$16

HOTA

$8

–

$16

$16

$16

Marina Mirage

$16

$16

–

$8

$8

Broadwater Parklands

$16

$16

$8

–

$8

Sea World

$16

$16

$8

$8

–

Destination
Surfers Paradise
HOTA
Marina Mirage
Broadwater Parklands
Sea World
Surfers Paradise

–

$6

$12

$12

$12

HOTA

$6

–

$12

$12

$12

Marina Mirage

$12

$12

–

$6

$6

Broadwater Parklands

$12

$12

$6

–

$6

Sea World

$12

$12

$6

$6

–

One Way Fares - Adults

Hopo
Destinations
Surfers
Paradise
Home of
the Arts
Marina
Mirage
Broadwater
Parklands
Sea
World
Surfers
Paradise

–

$10

$20

$20

$20

Home of
the Arts

$10

–

$20

$20

$20

Marina
Mirage

$20

$20

–

$10

$10

Broadwater
Parklands

$20

$20

$10

–

$10

Sea
World

$20

$20

$10

$10

–

One Way Fares - Concession

Hopo
Destinations
Surfers
Paradise
Home of
the Arts
Marina
Mirage
Broadwater
Parklands
Sea
World
Surfers
Paradise

–

$8

$16

$16

$16

Home of
the Arts

$8

–

$16

$16

$16

Marina
Mirage

$16

$16

–

$8

$8

Broadwater
Parklands

$16

$16

$8

–

$8

Sea
World

$16

$16

$8

$8

–

One Way Fares - Child (3-13yrs)

Hopo
Destinations
Surfers
Paradise
Home of
the Arts
Marina
Mirage
Broadwater
Parklands
Sea
World
Surfers
Paradise

–

$6

$12

$12

$12

Home of
the Arts

$6

–

$12

$12

$12

Marina
Mirage

$12

$12

–

$6

$6

Broadwater
Parklands

$12

$12

$6

–

$6

Sea
World

$12

$12

$6

$6

–

Ferry Highlights

Single Fare Inclusions

  • Single and return tickets to Surfers Paradise, HOTA – Home Of The Arts, Marina Mirage, Broadwater Parklands and Sea World available
  • Entertaining and informative onboard commentary
  • Cruises depart hourly from 9.15am to 6pm, 7 days per week
  • Relax with a drink from the onboard bar
  • Fully accessible vessel with prams, bikes and wheelchairs onboard

Hopo Ferry Destinations

  • Surfers Paradise – for beaches, cafes, shopping & nightlife
  • HOTA – for arts, culture, theatre & dining
  • Marina Mirage – for luxury shopping and waterside dining
  • Broadwater Parklands – for swim, play, picnic or visit buzzing Southport
  • Sea World – Australia’s only theme park resort

Departure Times

Ferry
Surfers Paradise
HOTA
Marina Mirage
Broadwater Parklands
Sea World

1

9:15am

9:23am

9:50am

10am

10:10am

2

10:15am

10:23am

10:50am

11am

11:10am

1

11:15am

11:23am

11:50am

12pm

12:10pm

2

12:15pm

12:23pm

12:50pm

1pm

1:10pm

1

1:15pm

1:23pm

1:50pm

2pm

2:10pm

2

2:15pm

2:23am

2:50pm

3pm

3:10pm

1

3:15pm

3:23pm

3:50pm

4pm

4:10pm

2

4:15pm

4:23am

4:50pm

5pm

5:10pm

Ferry
Sea World
Broadwater Parklands
Marina Mirage
HOTA
Surfers Paradise

1

10:10am

10:20am

10:30am

10:57am

11:05am

2

11:10am

11:20am

11:30am

11:57am

12:05pm

1

12:10pm

12:20pm

12:30pm

12:57pm

1:05pm

2

1:10pm

1:20pm

1:30pm

1:57pm

2:05pm

1

2:10pm

2:20pm

2:30pm

2:57pm

3:05pm

2

3:10pm

3:20pm

3:30pm

3:57pm

4:05pm

1

4:10pm

4:20pm

4:30pm

4:57pm

5:05pm*

2

5:10pm

5:20pm

5:30pm

5:57pm

6:05pm*

*No boarding - drop off only.

Northbound

Surfers Paradise to Sea World

Hopo
Ferry

1

2

1

2

1

2

1

2

Surfers
Paradise

9:15am

10:15am

11:15am

12:15pm

1:15pm

2:15pm

3:15pm

4:15pm

Home of
the Arts

9:23am

10:23am

11:23am

12:23pm

1:23pm

2:23pm

3:23pm

4:23pm

Marina
Mirage

9:50am

10:50am

11:50am

12:50pm

1:50pm

2:50pm

3:50pm

4:50pm

Broadwater
Parklands

10am

11am

12pm

1pm

2pm

3pm

4pm

5pm

Sea
World

10:10am

11:10am

12:10pm

1:10pm

2:10pm

3:10pm

4:10pm

5:10pm

Hopo
Ferry

1

2

1

2

1

2

1

2

Southbound

Sea World to Surfers Paradise

Hopo
Ferry

1

2

1

2

1

2

1

2

Sea
World

10:10am

11:10am

12:10pm

1:10pm

2:10pm

3:10pm

4:10pm

5:10pm

Broadwater
Parklands

10:20am

11:20am

12:20pm

1:20pm

2:20pm

3:20pm

4:20pm

5:20pm

Marina
Mirage

10:30am

11:30am

12:30pm

1:30pm

2:30pm

3:30pm

4:30pm

5:30pm

Home of
the Arts

10:57am

11:57am

12:57pm

1:57pm

2:57pm

3:57pm

4:57pm

5:57pm

Surfers
Paradise

11:05am

12:05pm

1:05pm

2:05pm

3:05pm

4:05pm

5:05pm*

6:05pm*

*No boarding – drop off only.

Hopo
Ferry

1

2

1

2

1

2

1

2

Full Timetable

TTC100887
TTC100881
TTC100866
TTC06348A (1)
TTC100840
TTC100770
TTC100757
TTC100805
TTC100799
TTC100985
TTC100976
TTC101003

Tickets

Ferry Tickets

Buy single & return tickets onboard or at the customer service desks:

Hopo Kiosk, Surfers Paradise
Sea World Cruises, Main Beach

Ferry Overview

The ferry travels between Surfers Paradise in the heart of the Nerang River to the expansive Gold Coast Broadwater. The calm waterways are family-friendly, with kids under 5 travelling free of charge.

Ferries depart every hour, allowing you to enjoy the 5 destinations at your own pace.

Hopo is an inclusive and accessible way to travel, we proudly accept concession and companion cards. Bring your prams, small dogs, bikes and mobility devices onboard.

HOTA Sunday Service

This service is currently suspended

Catch the ferry from Surfers Paradise to HOTA Markets every Sunday from 7am to 10am. Discounted early-bird travel is available to the hottest markets in town, click for more information.

Buy ferry tickets directly from your Captain, or visit the customer service desks:

Explore Hopo experiences

Sightseeing Pass
Adults$39.00
2hr Sightseeing
Cruise

Sit back, relax, and enjoy a 2-hour sightseeing cruise, or hop off at any of our 5 must-see destinations.

Book Now

Learn More

Day Pass
Adults$45.00
Hop-on Hop-off
Day Pass

Explore the Gold Coast with our Day Pass. Includes unlimited stops at 5 must-see destinations.

Book Now

Learn More

Single Fare
From$8.00
Single & Return
Tickets

Buy ferry tickets at any stop from the Captain, or visit the Hopo for help planning your trip.

Purchase Your Tickets Onboard

Learn More

Private Ride
From$700.00 per hour (up to 40 guests)
Night Time Private
Charter

Perfect for romantic evenings, gatherings or corporate events, with a relaxed, private atmosphere.

Enquire Now

Learn More

Family Fun
Adults$124.00
Sea World Entry &
Return Ferry Pass

Travel the scenic way from Surfers Paradise to Sea World Marine Park with a hassle-free return on Hopo.

Book Now

Learn More

Dine in Style
From$39.95
HOTA Cruise &
Dine Pass

Cruise to HOTA and dine at the scenic Exhibitionist Bar or HOTA Cafe with your $30 dining voucher.

Book Now

Learn More

Kids Day Out
Adults$48.00
GC Aqua Park &
Return Ferry Pass

Make a splash on the Gold Coast waterways with a Hopo Ferry and GC Aqua Park combo pass.

Book Now

Learn More

Great Value Combo
Just$179.00
Hopo Return Cruise + 5 Day Multi Park Pass Combo

Visit Warner Bros. Movie World, Sea World and Wet’n’Wild over five action packed days. Includes a free Hopo Ferry return from Sea World.

Book Now

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With over 200+ Reasons Why

Here’s a few of them…

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Sarah-LeighGoogle Review

“Skipper Alan provided friendly, fun and informative facts during our HOPO round trip! We recommend a ride on HOPO to everyone- locals and visitors alike!
Thank you.”

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FreddieGoogle Review

“We had a lovely morning on the Hopo. Both skippers were very friendly and made our trip very enjoyable. Would highly recommend. Thank you so much for allowing dogs on board to enjoy our day out with us instead of being stuck home alone.”

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ChanraksmeyGoogle Review

“This is another good way to see some attractions in Gold Coast. I love Alan, our cruise captain, he is very friendly and informative. He also understands his passenger needs.”

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NarelleGoogle Review

“Enjoyable 2 hours on the water exploring the GC. Just the right amount of interesting commentary. We were impressed with our captain Isaac and commented how excellent his boat handling skills were.”

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NiklasGoogle Review

“Samara did a really great job and was very welcoming, would totally recommend the day ticket if you want some informations and sightseeings whilst getting to your destination!”

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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.