Spot dolphins, celebrity mansions and kiteboarders flying high during a Gold Coast sightseeing cruise. The Broadwater is a coastal playground framed by the glittering city skyline and the natural beauty of Stradbroke Island. While you’re checking out the views, dive into the sparkling sea from the deck or sip champagne as the sun sets over the mountains.
Here’s just a taste of what you’ll see on a Gold Coast sightseeing cruise aboard a private Rosie Boat charter with your friends, family or corporate event guests.
The Spit
Gorgeous Gold Coast beaches stretch for miles and The Spit rests at the northern end. Cruising by, you’ll see idyllic beaches bordering Doug Jennings Park and the watery gateway between the open ocean and the Broadwater. Get your camera ready! This is a popular spot to see dolphins and turtles.
Wave Break Island
It’s easy to snap paradise island photos of Wave Break from Rosie Boat’s deck. Pristine white sand drifts into crystal clear water that attracts local kayakers, divers and boaties. Sheltered from the wind and waves, it’s the perfect spot to anchor, enjoy a barbecue or jump in for a swim.
South Stradbroke Island
Affectionately known as ‘Straddie’ by the locals, South Stradbroke is a fishing hotspot with the calm Broadwater on one side and waves that attract renowned surfers on the other. On a Gold Coast sightseeing cruise, take in the views of beach camping sites and lush native bushland. Anchoring here delivers epic sunset views out to the mountains on the horizon.
Sovereign Islands
Connected to Paradise Point by a bridge, the man-made Sovereign Islands host the rich and famous. Mega-mansions here have broken records in Queensland, selling for prices close to $50 million. Get up close to them on a Rosie Boat charter to pick your favourites.
Marina Mirage
At night, the iconic architectural sails of Marina Mirage light up in spectacular colours. The waterfront shopping and dining complex is a hub for designer fashion labels and award-winning restaurants that overlook super yachts in the marina. Before or after your charter, stop in for lunch or dinner (especially seafood) with drinks at Glass Dining & Lounge Bar or Omeros Bros. Next door is the world-famous theme park, Sea World.
Broadwater Parklands
Stretching for around three kilometres along the water, the Broadwater Parklands is a family-friendly heaven. From the water, you’ll see Australia Fair Shopping Centre, grassy picnic spots, sunny beaches, an inflatable waterpark and year-round outdoor concerts. This is another fantastic spot to visit before or after your charter. From Rosie Boat’s decks, soak up the views of the Surfers Paradise skyline and the Sundale Bridge glittering in the sun or lit up by night.
Main Beach
Rosie Boat picks you up and drops you off at the Pelican Beach Jetty, which is just steps from the restaurant strip of Tedder Avenue in Main Beach. It’s another picture-perfect destination for pre or post-cruise breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and drinks. Join the locals at the Main Beach Bakery, sip creative cocktails at Oscar on Main or splurge on Italian at Domanis.
Gold Coast sightseeing cruise
Ready to see the best of the Gold Coast from the water? Combine the sightseeing highlights with a private charter aboard vintage Rosie Boat. Enjoy room for up to 30 guests, BYO food and drinks, a pumping sound system and a crew of friendly Gold Coast locals to ensure you make the most of it!
We’ll take care of everything you need on board. All you need to do is choose a sunny daytime cruise or sunset sailing with the famous twinkling skyline, and bring your favourite snacks and drinks. Can’t be bothered catering? Order delicious grazing tables, book a sit-down lunch with a private chef or take advantage of our Dan Murphy’s pick-up service so it’s all ready for you on arrival.
