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Cruise with Culture (2.5hr)

2 hours 30 mins
from $165 per person
  • A group of adults and children sit in a circle on a blue patterned blanket on the sand near a body of water, with a boat and city buildings in the background.
  • A group of children stand on a boat deck, looking and pointing out at the water, with the sea and sky visible in the background.
  • A man in a hat and patterned shirt shows a map to two people on a boat, with water and trees visible in the background.
  • An adult in a patterned blue shirt applies ochre to a boy’s forehead near a beach, while another person sits in the background.
  • A blue and white boat is docked at a small sandy island surrounded by greenish-blue water, viewed from above.
  • Two people in matching blue uniforms stand on a dock next to a white cruise boat with the word "CRUISES" partially visible on the side.
  • A woman wearing a "Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre" shirt stands facing a family of three near a docked boat.
  • A man stands on a boat talking to a small group of people, including children, with a city skyline and docked boats visible in the background.
  • A group of adults and children sit in a circle on a blue patterned blanket on the sand near a body of water, with a boat and city buildings in the background.
  • A group of children stand on a boat deck, looking and pointing out at the water, with the sea and sky visible in the background.
  • A man in a hat and patterned shirt shows a map to two people on a boat, with water and trees visible in the background.
  • An adult in a patterned blue shirt applies ochre to a boy’s forehead near a beach, while another person sits in the background.
  • A blue and white boat is docked at a small sandy island surrounded by greenish-blue water, viewed from above.
  • Two people in matching blue uniforms stand on a dock next to a white cruise boat with the word "CRUISES" partially visible on the side.
  • A woman wearing a "Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre" shirt stands facing a family of three near a docked boat.
  • A man stands on a boat talking to a small group of people, including children, with a city skyline and docked boats visible in the background.
Departing from Marina Mirage aboard the luxurious Kokomo vessel, this immersive cultural cruise combines the breathtaking beauty of the Gold Coast Broadwater with the rich heritage of Australia’s Aboriginal people.

Cruise with Culture this January and enjoy a little extra on us - every guest will receive a complimentary Blak Brews Gift Bag to take home.

It’s our way of saying thank you for joining us on the water. Simply book any January Cruise session and your gift bag will be ready for you to collect on the day. Available for January cruise bookings only, while stocks last.

Discover the stories, history, and breathtaking landscapes of the Gold Coast, connecting with the land and its people in an unforgettable way. Departing from Marina Mirage aboard the luxurious Kokomo vessel, this immersive cultural cruise combines the breathtaking beauty of the Gold Coast Broadwater with the rich heritage of Australia’s Aboriginal people. Your journey begins with an Acknowledgement of Country and an introduction to the Yugambeh language-speaking people. As you cruise, you will discover ancient customs, significant sites, and the profound connection Aboriginal people have with the land, sea, and native flora and fauna. A stop at Wavebreak Island offers a Yarning Circle, where guests can engage in meaningful discussions with an Aboriginal guide and ask questions. Along the route, experience the cultural significance of the Broadwater, including Moondarewa (now known as The Spit), a site where Aboriginal communities have thrived for thousands of years. This Cultural Cruise offers a rare opportunity to connect with the world’s oldest living culture in a stunning natural setting, leaving guests with a deeper appreciation of the Gold Coast Broadwater and its first custodians.
Start: 74 Seaworld Dr
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