CALOUNDRA BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Follow the Lighthouse Keepers: A 2.5‑Hour Eco Cruise Through Pumicestone Passage
A guided Thursday morning cruise from Pelican Waters that explores the history and ecology of Pumicestone Passage, anchors beneath the Glasshouse Mountains for morning tea, and delivers excellent birdwatching.
Follow the Lighthouse Keepers: A 2.5‑Hour Eco Cruise Through Pumicestone Passage.
Embark on a captivating 2.5‑hour cruise through the Pumicestone Passage Marine Park with an expert guide. The Eco Explorer Cruise combines a focused introduction to the area's history, geography and ecology with a locally produced morning tea beneath the Glasshouse Mountains and extended time for observing native flora and birdlife.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Into the heart of Pumicestone Passage
The cruise takes you south into the central channels of Pumicestone Passage Marine Park where an experienced guide unpacks the region’s natural history and ecology, giving context to the shifting tidal flats and sheltered waterways.
Morning tea beneath the Glasshouse Mountains
At anchor you’ll enjoy a quality, locally produced morning tea in the shadow of the Glasshouse Mountains, a calm interlude for watching local flora and fauna and listening to Dreamtime legends — operators request you advise any gluten‑free or other dietary considerations.
Prime birdwatching near the national park
After the anchorage the cruise heads north close to the national park, offering concentrated birdwatching opportunities; bring binoculars or make use of the operator’s pair on board.
What the day feels like
How the cruise feels
Onboard is deliberate and unhurried: an expert guide narrates the human and natural story of the passage, the boat finds a sheltered anchorage beneath the Glasshouse Mountains for morning tea, and there’s extended time scanning mangroves and tidal flats for waders and other birds. The tone is interpretive and observational — a compact, nature‑forward morning on the water.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise suits — and what to keep in mind.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Camera; hat and sunscreen; sunglasses; binoculars (or use the operator’s); comfortable clothes and a wind jacket.
Dress in layers and bring a windproof layer for the open water; comfortable, sun‑protective clothing is recommended.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When does the Eco Explorer Cruise run?
The cruise operates on Thursdays and is 2 hours 30 minutes long, departing at 9:30 a.m.
Where do we meet for departure?
Departures are from Pelican Waters Tavern Jetty.
Is booking required?
Yes—booking is necessary to ensure seat availability and departures.
Is food provided on board?
A quality, locally produced morning tea is served at anchor; please advise the operator of any gluten‑free or other dietary considerations.
Are binoculars needed?
You can bring your own binoculars or use those provided by the operator.
When will the cruise return?
The cruise returns around midday, in time for lunch.