8 Buffet Experiences in Australia We Rate

1.Whitehaven Full-Day Eco-Cruise with Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,644 reviews · 8 hours · from $162Our pick

Review of Red Cat Adventures’ $162 Whitehaven eco-cruise from Airlie Beach, with reef snorkeling, Hill Inlet, buffet lunch, and practical tips.

“I had one of the best days I’ve had in Australia during this tour - everything ran smoothly without a hitch. I was most impressed when I was honest about a certain disability and, instead of ignoring it, they helped to accommodate it and made sure I felt super comfortable. Everything was high quality (boat, food, snorkel equipment etc.), even the friendly tour guides. Whitsunday Islands and Whitehaven Beach are so beautiful - you’ve to see it in person! Even off the app I’ve been recommending Red Cat to my other WHV friends”

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2.Harbour Cruise with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 804 reviews · 2h 15m · from $53Best value

Cruise Sydney Harbour for 135 minutes with buffet lunch, live commentary, and views of the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Darling Harbour.

“Beautiful boat ride, tour guide explained lots of buildings. Food was lovely, also catered for vegetarians. Boat wasn’t packed at all and we had lots of space to roam around and get lots of photos. Will recommend to anyone.”

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3.Sightseeing Cruise with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 593 reviews · 2 hours · from $70

Review of the Gold Coast sightseeing lunch cruise, with prawns, buffet dining, skyline views, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“Great food- GREAT value. The commentary wasn’t the whole time which was notable to share a meal, have a drink and enjoy the cruise with my family and friends. The sail was smooth, weather was great. Apparently, our initial booking was cancelled but I wasn’t notified. One of the staff let our group on which was very lucky. We did it for a bridesmaids day out and it was superb! Definitely recommend”

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4.Surfers Paradise: Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 382 reviews · 2h 30m · from $91

Review the Surfers Paradise buffet dinner cruise, with skyline views, live music, local seafood, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“The most beautiful night. The food was AMAZING! Every mouthful was bliss. Staff were happy & helpful. We chanced it and booked an outside table…and soooo glad we did! The atmosphere, guy on his guitar, the lighting and the city lights reflecting off the water…was really something to remember! Blankets outside to keep the chill off, was a very thoughtful touch too…and definitely came in handy! Thanks for having us. Would definitely come again ✨”

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5.Harbour Dinner Cruise with Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 300 reviews · 2 hours · from $53

Enjoy a two-hour Sydney Harbour dinner cruise with a buffet, sunset views, famous landmarks, and relaxed evening sightseeing for $53.

“Absolutely great. Really nice food, excellent views lovely staff.”

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6.Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 260 reviews · from $63Top rated

Review of the Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Cruise, with river views, seafood, friendly service, practical tips, value advice, and honest drawbacks.

“Such a great time! Ellie May was so kind and great to talk to. Food was fantastic and just a great experience overall. Definitely worth it!”

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7.Darwin Harbor Sunset Cruise with Buffet Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 221 reviews · 2 hours · from $105

Review of Darwin’s two-hour sunset harbor cruise with Territory buffet, seafood, local produce, practical tips, value, and honest drawbacks.

“Happy with everything excellent value for money would do it again”

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8.Gold Coast Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 191 reviews · from $92

Review the Gold Coast Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise, with Broadwater views, buffet dining, live music, price, tips, and practical details.

“Great trip, service and food! We cruised at night during winter. While the weather was not perfect, the cruise was. The lights of surfers were truly magical. Would recommend!”

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