Tipplers South Straddie

Ashort boat ride or ferry trip from the heart of the Gold Coast is South Stradbroke Island. It’s a convenient and enchanting way to appreciate more of what Queensland has to offer. Whether it’s your first or fiftieth time to this Gold Coast camping haven, it is always a great place for the perfect weekend escape or holiday destination.

For those with your own boats or jet skis, you will be pleased to find that South Stradbroke Island destinations are less than 10 minutes from many parts of the city, making it an extremely quick and easy ride to our favourite Straddie landing spot, like Tipplers Campground.

Alternatively, non boat-owning visitors can easily reserve the Tipplers ferry or a water taxi for a scenic and economical ride to the shoreline. Leaving from Jacobs Well every day, it's easy to book by visiting their website www.tipplerscafe.com.au

With easy access for boats and ample accommodation options, Tipplers Campground has 70 sites and offers plenty of space to spread out, relax, and savour the scenery. While tent camping is the most budget-friendly option, new onsite shacks are available for couples and families seeking a bit more privacy. Located in the boating mecca of Tipplers Passage, with picturesque views of the Broadwater and the oceanside, the area is equipped with everything you need for a successful camping excursion, including fire pits, a covered dining area, gas grills, hot water showers, clean bathroom facilities, a children’s playground, and even a store with firewood, ice, snacks, beverages, and basic toiletries. And for those who don’t want to cook, the Tipplers Café and Bar is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

During the busy summer months, there is a noticeable increase of visitors from both near and far, coming to bask in a leisurely weekend away. No matter what time of year you decide to visit, campground reservations are required prior to arrival. Pack your fishing poles, insect repellent, sunscreen and plenty of drinking water for the best results, and be sure to properly hide your food from nearby wildlife found on the island, primarily the friendly wallabies and notoriously curious Australian white ibis.

If you have been searching for a reason to leave your cell phone at home, work on your grilling skills, build an epic fire and explore nature’s finest in a compact and easy-to-navigate destination. You will be delighted with your options on South Stradbroke Island.

Only a short walk from the campground lies an amazingly desolate and large surfing beach, perfect for a morning sunrise walk, surf session, or sun-soaked lounge on the 22 kilometres of white sand. During whale season, be sure to keep an eye out for nearby humpback whales!

In the early afternoon hours, you may be lucky enough to be treated to a show from a nearby pod of playful dolphins, happily swimming in the calm waterways near the many excited onlookers. Wildlife enthusiasts are encouraged to travel south along the island, towards Couran Cove Resort to see the wallabies, birdlife, lizards and more.

Visitors seeking a bit of exercise with their relaxation time may also want to do some sand dune climbing just north of Tipplers, while those who prefer their mornings with their feet in the sand can sit back and take advantage of the prime fishing conditions right off the beach, or at Jumpinpin, just a 10-minute boat ride away.

Regardless of your reason for visiting, Tipplers at South Stradbroke offers something for everyone, for couples, families, solo adventurers, groups of friends, and determined anglers looking for an exciting base for a fishing getaway. It is highly recommended to visit during the beautiful Gold Coast summer months when the area becomes the premier boat cruising anchorage in Southeast Queensland. At the very least, it is a great reason to get out on the water and treat yourself to a fun weekend adventure!

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Gladstone

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Scarborough Woongoolba

Tin Can Bay Mooloolaba Manly

Ideally located between Brisbane and Gold Coast, d'Albora Horizon Shores is one of the largest wet berth marinas in Australia. The marina caters to vessels up to 80ft in length, including catamarans, houseboats and cruising boats. Visiting boats are welcome, as the marina provides short-term or long-term berthing arrangements to suit your budget. Each berth offers power and water, after-hours security patrols, accesscontrolled and key-entry gates. The marina offers a variety of services: 500 wet berths, 350 dry stack storage bays, a 70t travelift, dockside assistance to catch your lines and assist you into the berth, on-water fuel facility, chandlery, marine refit and repair trades, hardstand, and refit sheds, plus licensed onsite cafe. Lat/Long: S 27° 45' E 153° 21' www.dalbora.com.au 80 Cabbage Tree Point Rd, Steiglitz 4207 Ph: 1800 DALBORA

East Coast Marina, at the heart of Manly Boat Harbour, Brisbane offers the best possible access to the beautiful Moreton Bay. We have 300 secure water berths for boats up to 18m all with power and water, plus 240 undercover dry storage spaces, with a 7-day launch service for boats up to 10m. On site services include a café, amenities and laundry and bike hire. On site tenants include a marine engineer, marine electrician, marine trimmers, detailer, boat sales, and a yachting school fully accredited with the RYA. Fuel, chandlery, sail makers, riggers and pumpout facilities are all available within the Harbour. Manly Village is a short walk away, offering a grocery store, post office, newsagency, chemist, coffee shops, restaurants and more. Markets are on some Saturdays and every Sunday. Access to the City and Brisbane Airport is quick and easy by public or private transport. Lat/Long: S 27° 27.6' E 153° 11.2' www.eastcoastmarina.com.au 570 Royal Esplanade, Manly Boat Harbour 4179 Ph:(07) 3393 3811

Centrally located with direct access to Moreton Bay, Scarborough Marina offers a broad range of services and facilities to suit the needs of all boating enthusiasts. The marina comprises over 230 wet berths, a full service boat yard and a valet-serviced rack storage facility for the modern, affordable and convenient alternative to trailer boating. Whether passing through or planning to stay, the full-service marina, backed by great customer service, aims to bring back the real enjoyment to your boating. It has a modern cruiser's lounge with TV and free WIFI, electronic-gate access, 24-hour CCTV monitoring, and 24-hour fuel service. Casual, overnight and long-term berthing are available, but bookings are essential. This marina is home to a full-service boatyard and on-site services, including chandlery, rigging, mechanics, boat repairs, and more. Lat/Long: S 27°10.75’ E 153°06.3’ www.scarbmarina.com.au 28 Thurecht Parade, Scarborough 4020 Ph:(07) 3880 0300

A simply beautiful location, the Mooloolaba Marina is located just inside the protected waters of the Mooloolah River, just 100kms north of Brisbane. Located in the world-class tourist destination of Mooloolaba, stroll to the renown shopping, bar & restaurant precinct. The Marina’s 265 wet berths can accommodate mono and multihull vessels up to 18m and our dry storage yard can store trailered vessels up to 8m. Our office is open 7 days and our secured berths have access to water, single phase 15amp power, amenities, coin-free laundry, gas refills and an ice and filtered water machine. Onsite, the Marina boasts the stunning Pier 33 restaurant, boat brokers and insurers as well as a large range of marine repair services. Step across the road to experience one of Queensland’s best beaches or head next door to sample the freshest Australia seafood, direct from the trawlers. You’ll want to stay a little longer at the Mooloolaba Marina. Lat/Long: S 26°, E 153° www.mooloolabamarina.com.au 33-45 Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba QLD 4557 Ph: (07) 5444 5653

Just like a road trip, cruising the coast of Queensland is a delightful adventure. Knowing where to find safe anchorages and fuel stops is important to keep the journey enjoyable. And sometimes, both you and your vessel may also need some TLC, as the wandering spirit becomes weary from the travels. Here are several recommended marina locations as you cruise north along the Queensland coast.

Photo by Shag Islet Cruising Yacht Club at Gloucester Passage in the Whitsundays

The waterways surrounding Tin Can Bay provide for great boating in a wide variety of weather conditions and the area has a great reputation for fishing. Situated at the southern end of the Great Sandy Strait which also provides easy access to Fraser Island. Catamaran and mono berths ranging from 9m to 20m plus, for short and long term rentals. New showers and restrooms, 30-tonne travel lift, on-water fuel, holding tank pump out facilities, laundry, extensive marine trade services including spray booths, mechanical/outboard/diesel service, upholstery and boat trimming. State-of-the-art security and fire mitigation systems. The marina includes alfresco style dining at the Marina Bar & Grill, and charter fishing, chandlery and bait. Stay right on the water’s edge in a villa with a balcony overlooking the marina. Lat/Long: S 25° 55.0, E 153° 0.0 www.tincanbaymarina.com.au Oyster Parade Tin Can Bay Ph:(07) 5488 1800 office@tincanbaymarina.com.au

Welcome to the gateway of the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The complex can be comparable to arriving at an oasis. The beautifully landscaped lawns and modern amenities make this complex inviting to visiting cruisers from all corners of the globe. Facilities include 180 floating berths, 100 Hardstand and Dry Storage boat spaces, 75-tonne Travelift, 24-hour diesel fuel, laundry, courtesy bus, and the Marina is an official International Port of Entry for vessels travelling from overseas destinations. Several businesses operate within the complex including a fullystocked chandlery, yacht brokers, takeaway, restaurant/café, Lady Musgrave Experience Tours and Diving, gift shop and all associated trades and services to complete all maintenance on your vessel. Cruisers Cove is located in the complex and is a great place to meet other travellers. Fridays are BBQ nights.

Lat/Long: S 24° 45.626, E 152° 23.138 www.bundabergportmarina.com.au/the-marina 15-17 Marina Drive, Port Bundaberg Ph:(07) 4159 5066 info@bundabergportmarina.com.au

Set your sails and discover the magnificent Southern Great Barrier Reef and the Gladstone Region. Anchor down at Gladstone Marina and plan your adventure with help from our knowledgeable and friendly staff. Search out spectacular secluded anchorages and explore our region’s hidden secrets. Plan your Narrows crossing or cruise the beautiful Bunker group of islands and experience stunning Fitzroy Lagoon and majestic Lady Musgrave. Our first-class facilities are sure to impress with wide fairways, dedicated catamaran berths, a courtesy bus, a luxury lounge to help you refresh, as well as a chandlery and mechanics. Use Gladstone Marina as your base to explore - only an hour flight from Brisbane or a leisurely six-hour drive. Plan your holiday now, enjoy the Great Barrier Reef, and refresh, relax and explore! Proudly operated by Gladstone Ports Corporation.

Lat/Long: S 23° 49.80', E 151° 15.2' www.gpcl.com.au/marina 98 Bryan Jordan Dr, Gladstone Central 4680 Ph: (07) 4976 1399

Coral Sea Marina is a multi-award-winning 520 wet berth marina located in the heart of the Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef. As the first 5 Gold Anchor Platinum accredited marina in Queensland, Coral Sea Marina offers premium marina facilities and both short and long stay options for vessels up to 80m. Coral Sea Marina has become renowned for its range of concierge services adding value to the guest experience including a contemporary private guest lounge, the Ocean Club - complete with an expansive sundeck, BBQ facilities and private en-suite amenities, as well as a fleet of courtesy cars and personal dockhand assistance. Coral Sea Marina is part of Coral Sea Marina Resort, a tourist destination that also includes a 77-room waterfront boutique resort, two vibrant marina villages, an inspiring calendar of events and is home to 80% of the region’s on-water tourism products, making Coral Sea Marina Resort the ultimate place to stay, play, explore the Whitsundays.