Take a seat onboard the beautifully restored Mooloolaba Ferry and experience the Sunshine Coast in a whole new way. Whether you’re a local looking for a stress-free commute or a visitor keen to access Mooloolaba’s famous beaches, waterfront dining, shopping, and entertainment, this is your new ride.
With five convenient stops at Kawana Waters Hotel, The Mooloolaba Wharf, Pier 33 and Mooloolah River Fisheries on Mooloolaba Spit and La Balsa Park near Point Cartwright, now you can avoid the traffic and simply enjoy your trip through the tranquil waterways of the Mooloolah River.
Mooloolaba Ferry caters for passengers, pushbikes, and pets. For comfort and safety, dogs are required to be muzzled and restrained*.
Discover the scenic stops along our Mooloolaba Ferry journey.
136 Point Cartwright Dr, Buddina
Things to see and do
It’s easy to just slip in and relax at the Kawana Waters Hotel any time of day or night. No designated driver required when you hear the ferry horn! Walk to Kawana Shopping Town, where supermarkets, big brand stores, and services sit next to Gold Class entertainment Event Cinemas. For a blockbuster Double Feature, book your movie tickets with the best seats in the house, then book a seat on the ferry to get you there and back.
Harbour Parade, Buddina
Things to see and do
The locals favourite - this serene spot at Point Cartwright is perfect for swimming, picnics, fishing, enjoying the playground and marina views. Walk to the lighthouse for stunning coastal views or pull up a seat at a local café. Add in abundant wildlife and you find why this is a cherished gem for locals and tourists seeking a peaceful retreat by the water.
201 Parkyn Pde Mooloolaba
Things to see and do
Seafood lovers this is your stop! Mooloolah River Fisheries is not only leading the way in sustainability practises, but they are also the Sunshine Coast’s largest seafood retailer offering local, wild caught seafood that would still be swimming if it were any fresher. Grab some fresh prawns or fish and chips for a beachside feast or dine in and eat it on the deck watching the boats on the Mooloolah River. This is a great place to take a walk or ride bikes along, or you can head to the protected patrolled beach for a dip, fish off the seaway wall, or just chill under a shady tree.
Pier 33, 33-45 Parkyn Pde Mooloolaba
Things to see and do
Discover where the locals go! Pier 33 sits right on the Mooloolaba Marina, so you only need to take a few steps to enjoy the Sunshine Coast’s locally sourced produce in the bright and breezy casual dining restaurant.
Speaking of produce, this stop connects you to the seriously superb fresh seafood caught by the trawler fleet you may well pass on your short walk to the seafood markets, the Mooloolaba Harbour, River Mouth and Seawall.
The Wharf Mooloolaba, 123 Parkyn Pde Mooloolaba
Things to see and do
The Wharf Mooloolaba is the home of some of the Sunshine Coasts best tourist attractions, canal cruises, water activities, restaurants, bars, and boutique stores, adjacent to the patrolled, family friendly, beauty of Mooloolaba Beach.
Bring your bike and get active cycling the beachfront pathways, kick back with a stress free “no parking required” day at the beach or take a leisurely stroll along Mooloolaba Esplanade where soaking in the laidback atmosphere and the endless coastal or sunset views can be addictive.
Discover affordable ticket options for locals and visitors alike. Experience the convenience and charm of the Mooloolaba Ferry without breaking the bank.