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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.

Hopo Return Ferry + 5 Day Multi Park Pass

Hopo Return Cruise + 5 Day Multi Park Pass

Return Ferry from Surfers Paradise to Sea World
Unlimited entry to Warner Bros. Movie World, Sea World & Wet’n’Wild over 5 consecutive days
Enjoy a relaxing cruise direct to Sea World front gate
$179 per person, that’s a saving of up to $40

Cruise & Attraction Highlights

Combo Pass Inclusions

  • Return ferry from Surfers Paradise to/from Sea World
  • Unlimited entry to Warner Bros. Movie World, Sea World & Wet’n’Wild over 5 consecutive days
  • Sparkling views of the Gold Coast skyline and river
  • Purchase drinks from onboard bar

How it works

  • Purchase the ticket online
  • Present ticket at Surfers Paradise Hopo kiosk and receive your ferry ticket and theme park pass
  • Best time is 9.15am, will get you there in time for the Sea World opening time of 10am. Other departure times are 10.15am, 11.15am
  • Choice of return ferry times 2.10pm, 3.10pm, 4.10pm & 5.10pm directly from the Sea Wold Cruise terminal

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

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Tickets

SUMMER SPECIAL

Save with a Combo Pass

Adult

Ages 14+

$179.00

Was $219.00

Child

Ages 3 - 13

$179.00

Was $203.00

Theme Parks & Waterways, All in One

Enjoy the best of the Gold Coast with a great-value experience that combines world-class theme parks with relaxed scenic cruising. Your package includes a return Sea World cruise aboard Hopo plus a 5 Day Multi Park Theme Park Pass, giving you unlimited entry to Warner Bros. Movie World, Sea World and Wet’n’Wild.

Cruise in comfort along the waterways, then dive into five action-packed days of thrills, family fun and iconic attractions. With flexible travel, unforgettable experiences and seamless transport on the water, it’s the perfect all-in-one adventure for families, couples and visitors.

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.

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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

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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.