Queensland / MORETON ISLAND TOURING AND ACCOMMODATION
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Tangalooma Dolphin Adventure Day Tour
Operated by Tangalooma Island Resort
Enjoy a unique island experience only 75 minutes from Brisbane at Tangalooma Island Resort on majestic Moreton Island , the world ’ s third largest sand island . Start your day with a cruise across beautiful Moreton Bay , keeping an eye out for graceful dolphins and dugongs on the way , with views extending back to the Glasshouse Mountains .
Upon arrival at the island , staff personally welcome guests to the resort prior to enjoying lunch . Then experience the thrill of sand tobogganing on the Desert Safari tour , reaching speeds of up to 50 kilometres an hour as you as your slide down a massive sand dune . Returning to the resort , get the chance to catch your breath while taking advantage of the many facilities available to you before joining an Eco Ranger for an informative Discover the World of Dolphins presentation . Here you ’ ll learn about the different wild dolphins that visit the resort , how to recognise them and what their behaviour means .
You will then be able to put your new knowledge to good use when you hand-feed one of the playful dolphins at sunset . Up to eight dolphins visit the resort each evening to play in the shadows of the jetty and hunt – it ’ s an experience you will remember always . You will also have unlimited access to the exclusive day lounge throughout the day , informative tours and talks from the Eco Rangers at the Marine Education and Conservation Centre , and be able to make the most of over 40 free land-based activities . At the end of a day full of amazing experiences , you ' ll return to Brisbane . price guide : $$
Tangalooma Island Resort , Moreton Island
Set amid lush national park and overlooking stunning Moreton Bay , Tangalooma Island Resort is an excellent island escape . Only 75 minutes from Brisbane , Tangalooma offers a special adventure , educational or nature-based experience in a truly relaxed environment .
The resort offers a choice of accommodation , allowing guests to tailor their stay to suit their requirements . There are over 300 rooms , each set within luscious landscaped gardens and natural bushland , most with ocean views . Guest facilities and services include babysitting , buggy hire , currency exchange , housekeeping , stroller hire , towel hire , wake-up calls and a safety deposit box .
Tangalooma Island Resort offers something to suit all tastes with four dining options available , from buffet style to beachfront dining . Wrecks Bar , the main resort bar , is open daily until late . Offering a selection of popular beers , Australian wines and refreshing cocktails , it is the perfect place for relaxing at the end of the day .
A highlight of your stay may occur at sunset . Daily at this time a pod of wild dolphins visits the resort . Overnight guests enjoy the unforgettable experience of hand-feeding one of these graceful creatures . Tangalooma has over 80 tours and activities ( of which more than 40 are complimentary ) with something to suit everyone . From sand tobogganing and ATV quad bike tours to whale watching cruises ( seasonal ) and snorkelling the Tangalooma Wrecks , there is so much choice that it is difficult to decide what to do next .
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From prices for accommodation are ‘ per room ’ and sightseeing are ‘ per person ’. www . andersonvacations . ca