Tangalooma Wrecks, Moreton Island
Tangalooma Wrecks
Fifteen artificial wreck reefs in the shallows off Moreton Island near Brisbane, a classic day trip for snorkelling, kayaking and sandboarding.
Moreton Island is the world's third-largest sand island. The Tangalooma Wrecks are 15 old ships deliberately sunk in the shallow waters off the island's west side to form artificial reefs. The water is clear and the waves gentle, so you can snorkel among tropical fish, sea turtles and coral, or paddle a clear kayak. The island also has huge dunes for sandboarding, plus 4WD tours, whale watching, and dolphin feeding at Tangalooma Resort in the evening (guests only), which is very popular. The Tangalooma ferry from Brisbane's Pinkenba wharf takes about 75 minutes, and day tours include the ferry and activities. The island has no public roads, so you need to join a tour or bring your own 4WD.
Opening hours
Per ferry schedule
Nearby sights
- Bribie Island
- Point Lookout, North Stradbroke Island
- Eat Street Northshore
- New Farm Park & Brisbane Powerhouse
- Fortitude Valley
- Howard Smith Wharves
- Story Bridge
- St John's Cathedral