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Explore Our Amazing Cruising Area

50km of calm, protected waterways from Wave Break Island to Macleay Island

Discover one of Australia's largest, safest, and most sheltered houseboat cruising areas. Our cruising ground offers everything from secluded overnight anchorages to pristine beaches, world-class fishing spots, and easy access to Gold Coast theme parks.

50km+

Of Calm Waterways

35+

Anchorages & Spots

34

Years Local Knowledge

5 mins

To Theme Parks

Interactive Cruising Map

Explore all 31 anchorages, fishing spots, and beaches on our interactive map. Click any marker to see details and get directions.

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Theme Parks at Your Doorstep

Our jetty at 84 Shipper Drive, Coomera is just 5 minutes from Australia's best theme parks. Leave your houseboat safely berthed and enjoy a day of thrills before returning to your floating home.

🎢

Dreamworld

5 mins drive

🎬

Movie World

5 mins drive

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Wet'n'Wild

10 mins drive

Fishing Hotspots

Top spots for fishing and crabbing in the Gold Coast waterways

Eden Island SW

#7

Excellent fishing and crabbing spot protected from E, NE, and N winds. A favourite among fishing enthusiasts.

🕐 2.5 hours 🌬️ E, NE, N

Kangaroo Island

#8

Popular fishing and crabbing location protected from SE, S, and SW winds. Exposed sandbanks at low tide.

🕐 3 hours 🌬️ SE, S, SW 🏖️ Beach

Five Ways

#9

Junction of waterways offering fishing on sandbanks. Protected from varying wind directions depending on position.

🕐 2.5 hours 🌬️ SE, S

Tiger Mullet Channel

#10

Excellent all-round fishing spot. Good in most wind conditions but no beaches.

🕐 2.5 hours 🌬️ SE, S, SW

Woogoompah Island

#12

Good fishing and crabbing spot with sandy beach access at low tide. Protected from NW, W, and SW winds.

🕐 2-2.5 hours 🌬️ NW, W, SW 🏖️ Beach

Never Fail Islands

#13

Reliable fishing and crabbing location protected from SE, E, and NE winds.

🕐 2 hrs 30 mins 🌬️ SE, E, NE

Curtis Anchorage

#14

Dedicated fishing spot protected from SE, E, and NE winds. No beaches but excellent fishing.

🕐 2 hrs 30 mins 🌬️ SE, E, NE

Dinner Island

#22

Good fishing and crabbing near shipping channel. Protected from NE, N, and NW winds.

🕐 2 hrs 15 mins 🌬️ NE, N, NW

Oak Island

#25

Fishing, crabbing and fossicking on sandbanks at low tide. Protected from SE, S, and SW winds.

🕐 3 hrs 15 mins 🌬️ SE, S, SW 🏖️ Beach

Tabby Tabby Island

#32

Quiet fishing and crabbing spot. Protected from SE, S, and NE winds. Avoid southerly and westerly conditions.

🕐 3 hrs 15 mins 🌬️ SE, S, NE

Eden Island North

#33

Quiet and protected fishing spot with good catches. Protected from N and S winds.

🕐 3 hours 🌬️ N, S

Brown Island South

#34

Fishing spot close to base. Protected from SE, E, and NE winds. Can be affected by boat wash.

🕐 1 hr 15 mins 🌬️ SE, E, NE

Cruising Tips from 34 Years of Local Knowledge

🌅 First Night Recommendation

Most of our customers anchor at Tipplers on their first night. It's the perfect spot to settle in, get comfortable with your houseboat, and enjoy a sunset BBQ on the deck.

🌬️ Check the Wind

Each anchorage has different wind protection. Check the forecast and choose an anchorage that's protected from the prevailing wind direction for a calm, comfortable night.

🦀 Crabbing Season

The best crabbing spots are around Eden Island and Tiger Mullet Channel. Mud crabs are best caught during warmer months (October to April).

Anchoring Distance

Always anchor at least 3 boat lengths from shore and other vessels. This gives you room to swing with tide and wind changes overnight.

Ready to Explore?

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