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About Noosa Oceanrider

The Sunshine Coast's Original and Best Ocean Adventure, Whale Watching, and Dolphin watch Experience!

Noosa Oceanrider thriller adventure tours

The original and best whale watching tour

Noosa Oceanrider’s own thrill-ride started in 2004 when the first whale watching tours began.

Your exhilarating adventure is led by an expert with over 30 years experience at the helm

When you step aboard Noosa Oceanrider, you’re not just booking a ride — you’re joining an adventure led by Captain Christian, a skipper with over 30 years of experience on Australian and international waters.

Growing up around boats, Christian has seen it all, from offshore yacht races to serving as a trusted delivery skipper. With his passion for the ocean and knack for creating unforgettable experiences, he’s here to make your time on the water truly special.

A Skipper with a long seafaring history...

Award-winning expertise you can trust

You’re in capable hands. Christian has had an impressive maritime career, competing in numerous offshore yachting events as skipper/owner including the Sydney to Hobart.

His deep experience on the water ensures your journey will be safe, smooth, and filled with awe-inspiring sights.

Christian Jackson Noosa Oceanrider captain
Noosa speedboat thriller tours

You’re right, we don’t have waves like that in Noosa!
That’s your Captain Christian on a water safety jet ski at an international surfing event.

Your thrilling Sunshine Coast ocean experience

Our whale watching, dolphin cruises, and thrilling speedboat ocean adventures are legendary.

Check out our Google and TripAdvisor reviews to see what others are saying!

Personalized, Small-Group Adventures

From the moment you board our low-emission RIB boat — the same type trusted by the Navy — you’ll feel secure and connected to the ocean around you. With a maximum of 12 passengers, every seat is a window seat, giving you the best possible view of Noosa’s stunning coastline.

So come on — step aboard, let the sea breeze hit your face, and make unforgettable memories with Noosa Oceanrider. Christian and his team are ready to show you the best of Noosa’s marine wonders.