Mooloolaba Christmas Boat Parade

Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours

Meeting point: Sunreef at The Wharf, Mooloolaba

Price: $75 adults, $60 children (4-14 years old), under 4 years old is free.

About the Event

Come join in the festive spirit and be part of the annual Mooloolaba Christmas Boat Parade! Enjoy the complimentary welcome drink as you board and listen to festive live music as we cruise through Mooloolah River and become a part of the impressive display of boats as they parade through Mooloolah River decked out in Christmas bling. We have a fully licensed bar on board for other drinks and snacks, with EFTPOS facilities available. 

Welcome drink can be one selection of either a house beer, wine or soft drink. 

Platters are available for purchase (must order 72 hours prior of tour):

Family Platter – Suited to 5-8 people

A selection of cheese, meat sticks and salami with wafer crackers. 

Mediterranean Platter – Suited to 5-8 people

A selection of crackers, meats, cheese & antipasto

 Vegetarian Wrap Platter  – Suited to 5-8 people

Wraps with a selection of vegetarian fillings including cheese, salad, sundried tomatoes, mayonnaise and hummus

Don’t just watch from the shore, hop on board Whale One and enjoy the decoratively lit houses and atmosphere of this iconic annual event. Come dressed to celebrate Christmas in your most sparkly outfits!

What you can expect

Check in at Sunreef will start at the time outlined on your confirmation email or text. When you arrive, we will see you at our check in desk and provide you boarding passes before you line up to board the vessel.

We will then direct you to line up at a designated area prior to boarding.

We will depart from The Wharf Mooloolaba 15  minutes after boarding starts.

Cruise Terms and Conditions

Trip confirmations: We will send out an email and text message the day before your trip around 3:30 pm to inform you of the status of the trip and its departure time. If you do not receive the text message and email you must call us on +61 7 5444 5656 we will not call you to confirm receipt of the messages. 

Check in:  Check in at Sunreef will start at the time outlined on your confirmation email or text. When you arrive, we will see you at our check in desk and provide you boarding passes before you line up to board the vessel.

Parking: The Wharf complex has all day parking available, which you will need due to the length and nature of the activity. Please keep in mind especially if you are on an 11:30 am or later trip that parking can sometimes get very busy. Please give yourself at least 15 – 20 minutes to find parking. We recommend that you park your vehicle in the Sea Life (Underwater World) car park at The Wharf Mooloolaba, 123 Parkyn Parade.

What to bring: Feel free to wear what you would like for this event, there are inside/outside areas and it it protected. We are aware that some may be wearing stiletto heels, ladies please note that you will be asked to wear heel protectors on your shoes. Please ensure you have your personal medications with you (e.g. asthmatics, heart disease, anaphylaxis, etc.).

NO alcohol is to be taken on or carried off the vessel. All vessels are non-smoking.

Seasickness: This trip is in the Mooloolah River, a very calm water cruise. If you know you are highly susceptible to seasickness or motion sickness you may consider seasickness tablets to minimize the risk of seasickness affecting your trip. There are no refunds for seasickness.

We have a 72-hour cancellation and rebooking policy. If we, the Sunreef staff, cancel the cruise, a full refund will be provided. A cancellation by you, the customer, made less than 72-hours prior to departure incurs a 100% cancellation fee (NO REFUNDS). A “no show” on the day also attracts 100% cancellation fee. 

See Cruise Terms and Conditions here.