Tangalooma Island Resort
Sand in Brisbane

Brisbane's island getaway tangalooma island resort, in the heart of moreton bay marine and national parks, is surrounded by crystal clear waters and sub-tropical rainforest. The wharf is a 15-minute drive from the cbd and 10 minutes from brisbane airport. Tangalooma's high-speed catamarans depart daily from brisbane's holt street wharf at pinkenba. Dining options include tursiops buffet restaurant, which features fresh local produce and seafood, the beach house rotunda a la carte dining, as well as international cuisine. The range of accommodation at the resort suits a variety of guests with traditional hotel facilities, luxury beach front units and island holiday homes all available. Thousands of whales pass the island on their annual migration to tropical waters. From june through to october, visitors venture to the northern tip of the island aboard tangalooma's catamaran for lunch and a guided afternoon of whale watching. Here guests wade into the water and hand feed the dolphins under the skillful eye of the resort's dolphin care team. But the real highlight of any stay at tangalooma is the chance to interact closely with the marine wildlife of moreton bay. Each evening is a chance to get to know the wild pod of bottlenose dolphins that swim to the shore and play and socialise together. Guests can sand toboggan down 70-metre slopes on the desert safari tour, take to the dunes on an atv quad bike tour or ride the waves on a jet ski. And for a bird's eye perspective on this slice of paradise, there's always the thrill of a parasail or helicopter flight. With more than 70 activities on offer, every day is different and full of new and exciting adventures. Only a short cruise from brisbane, or those who prefer nature-based experiences, adventure seekers, can find everything they are looking for. Moreton island is the third largest sand island in the world. You haven't experienced Brisbane until you've experienced Tangalooma!.

Leave the mainland behind, switch to island time and get ready for simple pleasures like crystal clear waters and pristine spontaneous beauty. Ease into the relaxed Queensland atmosphere and soak up the sun as you set out for adventure, discovery, and more than a trivial fun. The untouched national and marine parks of Morton Bay make Tangalooma one of the few destinations in the world where visitors can interact with native wildlife in their natural environment. The island welcomes whales, dugongs, stingrays, countless sea birds and turtles but undoubtedly the favorite regulars are the family of reckless bottle nose dolphins who visit our shores each evening to be handed by resort guests. With heaps of activities available, there's no shortage of things to do. For the packed Tangalooma experience, kick things up a gear and book any of our outstanding pay as you go tours and activities. The days here have a way of creating large appetites. When it's time to eat, the choices are all yours. Watch the sunset over the Glasshouse Mountains as the island turns on its evening charm, and our chef's turn up the heat. With a variety of accommodation options, you're rot for choice and can tailor your stay to suit your needs. Hotel rooms, beachfront units, self contained villas, or luxury apartments with million dollar views are all on offer.

With lunch, a complimentary refreshment on the boat and an option of reckless dolphin feeding and more. Only Tangalooma Island Resort offers you Brisbane's closest whale watching cruise, plus the opportunity to enjoy island life for the day, and evening if you stay over. Whether your family is looking for a relaxing, educational, adventurous or nature based escape, Tangalooma Island Resort is the ideal getaway! Kayaking tours to the Tangalooma Wrecks provide the flawless opportunity to see them up accessible without getting wet! Since 1987, Tangalooma Island Resort has offered Brisbane's closest whale watching cruise, plus the opportunity to appreciate 'island life' for the day, and night if you stay over. A vast getaway for families and couples, we're built for mirth and famous for our wild dolphins. We unite land and sea to offer you a unique selection of both tours and activities that let you experience the correct beauty of Tangalooma and Morton Island. Not only are there heaps of activities to do at Tangalooma Island Resort, but if you take the time to get out and explore more of Morton Island you will find a range of different scenic locations to discover and enjoy. Choose from a packed or half day tour and experience all the Island has to give including Blue Lagoon, accompanied a local guide with extensive knowledge of Morton Island. Experience the beauty of Morton Bay and the shorelines of Tangalooma by joining the various tours available or holiday on your own pace by hiring a range of water equipment, accurate for cruising around in the sun. Why not hire a boat to explore the island or enjoy a spot of fishing? Join the boat trip for a g