Learn to Kitesurf
The calm water bays and good winds are ideal in Moreton Bay to learn how to kitesurf.
BrisKites training programs are customized to give each individual student the skills to become an independent kiteboarder with the confidence to handle a variety of situations and conditions.
Briskites specialises in getting you on the water quickly, enjoyably and safely – all of their instructors are skilled professionals, dedicated to making it as easy as possible for learners to master the sport of kiteboarding.
When learning with BrisKites you will receive the best kiteboarding instruction available in Brisbane. BrisKites are:
- Brisbanes longest running kite school.
- Have a structured training program developed over 7 years
- Uses the latest equipment from some of the most reliable brands in kitesurfing
- Have highly experienced instructors, backed up by the BrisKites team.
A two hour lesson costs $185. For bookings and enquiries contact BrisKites or Phone (07) 3269 1034.
BrisKites are located at Shop 1/462 Beaconsfield Terrace, Brighton.
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Get Out On The Water @ Scarborough
Scarborough on the Redcliffe Peninsula is a water lover’s paradise located right on the magnificent pristine waters of Moreton Bay.
There are heaps of water activities that you can experience during your holiday on Moreton Bay and the lovely calm-water shores of Scarborough. Here are just a small sample of them:
Whale Watching
One of the most remarkable marine experiences! Each year the magnificent Southern Humpback Whales migrate to and from Antarctica. As these gentle giants of the deep make their way through our warm waters they feed, mate and play in the clean, clear blue sea of Moreton Bay. Brisbane Whale Watching Cruises departing daily from the Redcliffe Jetty June to November. For more information and bookings visit Brisbane Whale Watching
Learn To Sail
Learn to sail in the beautiful Moreton Bay waters with Moreton Bay Boat Club Junior Sailing courses. Moreton Bay Boat Club run two courses at the Club: Tackers and Learn to Sail. Tackers is an introductory, fun, games based sailing program designed by Yachting Australia for kids aged 7 – 12. Whilst Learn to Sail sessions are for the more serious sailors and run each Sunday, with 2 hour sessions which run for 9 weeks in line with the school semester.
They also run school holiday programs throughout each school holiday, which are 5 day programs 9am – 1pm each day and teach the fundamentals of sailing. Private lessons are also available. See Moreton Bay Boat Club for more information or contact Eliza on 07 3203 5188 at the Club.
Stand Up Paddleboarding, Kayaking or Pedal Boating
Hire a Standup Paddleboard (SUP), Kayak or Pedal Boat and get out on The Bay! This is a safe and fun activity that all the family can get involved in. Floatin’ Fun opposite 89 Landsborough Ave, Scarborough can hire you one of these water craft by the hour and give you some basic lessons. You can even get a Floatin’ Fun Deal for $60 that allows you to hire any 3 crafts (SUP, Kyak or Peddleboat) for an hour.
They are generally open weekends and school holidays (weather permitting). For more information visit Floatin’ Fun
Boat Hire
Hire a boat for the day and explore the magnificent Moreton Bay. Boab Boat Hire offers top quality self drive hire boats and are the only hire boats in Brisbane that you can take off shore with a normal boat licence. You can take their boats outside Moreton Bay and up to 5 Nautical Miles (just under 10km) offshore. Destinations like Tangalooma and Moreton Island for a spot of fishing, snorkelling or swimming.
For all enquiries and bookings phone 0404 188 192 or visit Boab Boats
Moreton Island Cruise
Dolphin Wild, cruises out to Moreton Bay Marine Park which is home to a variety of marine animals such as playful dolphins, huge turtles, shy dugongs and the majestic humpback whale passes through these waters from June to October. Along the way you will receive an informative commentary by a marine naturalist including the unique history of Moreton Island and its marine life.
The day includes a guided snorkelling tour at either Tangalooma Wrecks, which is world renowned for its richly diverse marine environment with 15 scuttled wrecks and a myriad of marine life, or Flinders Reef which is a small isolated reef that has a large number of coral and fish species.
The cruises operates every Wednesday – Saturday at 8.30am from Newport Marina, 158 Griffith Road, Scarborough
The cruise costs $125 Adults, $75 Children. For more information see Dolphin Wild
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Cruise to Tangalooma
Take a cruise over to Moreton Island and the magnificent Tangalooma by either a cruise operator or by hiring your own boat.
Boat hire is available from Boab Boat Hire who offer top quality self drive hire boats and are the only hire boats in Brisbane that you can take off shore with a normal boat licence.
You can take their boats outside Moreton Bay and up to 5 Nautical Miles (just under 10km) offshore. Destinations like Tangalooma and Moreton Island for a spot of fishing, snorkelling or swimming.
For all enquiries and bookings phone 0404 188 192 or visit Boab Boats
Dolphin Wild, cruises out to Moreton Bay Marine Park which is home to a variety of marine animals such as playful dolphins, huge turtles, shy dugongs and the majestic humpback whale passes through these waters from June to October.
The day includes a guided snorkelling tour at Tangalooma Wrecks, which is world renowned for its richly diverse marine environment with 15 scuttled wrecks and a myriad of marine life.
The cruises operates every Wednesday – Saturday at 8.30am from Newport Marina, 158 Griffith Road, Scarborough
The cruise costs $125 Adults, $75 Children. For more information see Dolphin Wild
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Redcliffe Dimensions 7D Cinema
The 7D cinematic experience direct from San Francisco, California is now available in Redcliffe!
Step into the Redcliffe nine-seat cinema for a short film (4-20 minutes in length, average 10 minutes) that includes moving seats, snow, fog, lightning, rain, wind, bubbles and more!
The movies are rotated monthly to keep things fresh! Titles include Dinosaur Era 1, Turtle Tours, Off-Road Racing, Crossing Volcanic and many more…..
Visit the Redcliffe Dimensions 7D Cinema for movies and special offers, or just pop down and visit us for your 7D cinematic experience!
Tickets are $12 Adults, $10 Children & Family $38
Redcliffe Dimensions – Virtual Reality & Interactive Cinema is located at Shop 5/106a Sutton St. (Cnr Sutton St & Baker St), Redcliffe.
Out & About in Scarborough
Scarborough is a great place to get out and about to explore this gorgeous town located on the Redcliffe Peninsula surrounded by the pristine waters of Moreton Bay.
Scarborough Beach Parklands
Directly opposite Scarborough Beach Resort are the beachfront parklands on Scarborough Beach. Scarborough Beach Park is a fully fenced and partly shaded playground made up of two play areas – Railway Place and Pirate Place, complete with themed playground equipment. There is also Cotton Tree Forest, within the fenced play area, which is full of gnarled cottonwood trees that offer exciting climbing opportunities for kiddies.
Walking & Biking Pathways
Ride a bike or take a walk / run from Scarborough to Newport. This 8km route winds around the top of Redcliffe Peninsula through Casuarina and Cotton Tree lined parks, along the waterfront, to the canals of Newport.
Along the path you’ll enjoy sections of shade provided by trees including Norfolk Pines. You will also take in views across the waters of Deception Bay to the southern end of Bribie Island, and overlooking Scarborough Boat Harbour, as well as distant glimpses of the Glass House Mountains.
Scarborough Cafes & Restaurants
If you are looking for somewhere to dine or just grab a coffee and a quick snack there are plenty of restaurants and cafes within walking distance to the resort. Try these for starters:
- Brad’s Burger Bar & Breakfast (about 2 doors down)
- Cafe 3eightnine (underneath)
- Pines Bar & Restaurant (also underneath)
- Sugar Deli
- Bazil & Co
- The Shack Cafe
- Silverlake Chinese
- Valori Espresso
- FinFresh Restaurant
- Sweet Swirls Cafe
- Baan Phaya Thai
- Enchiladas Mexican Cantina
- Zesty’s Bar & Cafe
Further around the peninsula in Bird ‘O Passage Parade near the Boat Harbour you will find another couple of great places to eat:
- Sea Salt & Vine
- Tempest Seafood Restaurant
- Moreton Bay Boat Club
Shopping & Services
There are plenty of shops and services within a short distance to Scarborough Beach Resort, such as:
- Shoes by Scarborough
- Earth Gifts by the Sea (& Cafe)
- Tabitha’s Boutique
- Friendly Grocer (convenience store good for picking up supplies for self-contained apartment)
- Scarborough Village Surgery (medical)
- Rustic Blend Hair Studio
- Peninsula Laundries
- Devine Serenity Day Spa
- Yoga Emporium
- Scarborough Beach Pharmacy
- Australia Post Shop
Is it any wonder that Scarborough is an extremely popular place with holidaymakers and visitors alike with such a idyllic location and great facilities.
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Devine Serenity Day Spa
Indulge yourself in a Day Spa experience with Devine Serenity in Scarborough. Their aim is to create a serene environment that is free of friction and stress and focused instead on fluid calming energy.
Devine Serenity are a beauty salon and day spa who offer personalised professional service in a safe environment, with honesty, integrity and warmth. Services offered include massage, facials and skincare, waxing and beauty treatments.
Check out their great beauty packages which include Devine Bliss, The Eyes Have It and Expressions of Love starting from $89.00.
They also provide hot and cold cafe beverages, and snacks for you to enjoy at your leisure, with your comfort always in mind.
For more information on their full range of beauty services visit Devine Serenity. Phone 0401 028686.
Devine Serenity are located on the upper floor, 95 Scarborough Ave, Scarborough.
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Whale Watching Moreton Bay – Jun to Nov
Each year the magnificent Southern Humpback Whales migrate to and from Antarctica. As these gentle giants of the deep make their way through our warm waters they feed, mate and play in the clean, clear blue sea of Moreton Bay. Brisbane Whale Watching Cruises departing daily from the Redcliffe Jetty June to November.
The cruise includes:
- 10am departure. Returning back to the Redcliffe Jetty at 2.30pm
- Fresh gourmet buffet lunch including Tiger Prawns, selection of cold meats with a large arrangement of salads and rolls
- A portion of every ticket is donated to ongoing whale research with various whale organisations
- A licensed bar, snack and souvenir counter is available
- Wheelchair accessible
- Extensive and informative commentary
For more information and bookings visit Brisbane Whale Watching
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Learn to Sail
Learn to sail in the beautiful Moreton Bay waters with Moreton Bay Boat Club Junior Sailing courses.
Moreton Bay Boat Club run two courses at the Club: Tackers and Learn to Sail. Tackers is an introductory, fun, games based sailing program designed by Yachting Australia for kids aged 7 – 12. Whilst Learn to Sail sessions are for the more serious sailors and run each Sunday, with 2 hour sessions which run for 9 weeks in line with the school semester.
They also run school holiday programs throughout each school holiday, which are 5 day programs 9am – 1pm each day and teach the fundamentals of sailing. Private lessons are also available.
No previous sailing experience is required as you are taught all aspects of sailing. Junior Sailing sessions are aimed at kids 7+ and require a basic level of swimming. All equipment, boats, life jackets etc is provided.
See Moreton Bay Boat Club for more information or contact Eliza on 07 3203 5188 at the Club.
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Fun for Kids at Scarborough
Scarborough Beach is the perfect place for a family holiday with our gorgeous beachfront location and green spaces lining the shores, there is plenty to keep the kids entertained for days or even weeks.
So here is the lowdown on what there is to do in the Scarborough/Redcliffe Peninsula area during your stay with us:
- Swim in the calm surf-free ocean.
- Explore the volcanic rock pools on the beach full of colourful crabs and other creatures.
- Climb the amazing gnarled branches of the Cottonwood trees in the park.
- Play on the Pirate Ship Playground in the fully-fenced park.
- Hire a Brum Pedal Car from us and pedal along the esplanade.
- Walk or cycle along the network of pathways along the beachfront.
- Go SUPing! Standup Paddle Boarding that is.
- Paddle a kayak in the ocean.
- Drop a line in at Scarborough Spit.
- Explore nearby Redcliffe Jetty, parks and boardwalk.
- Get aboard a Dolphin Wild Cruise out to Moreton Island.
- See the giants of the sea on a Whale Watching Cruise (in season)
- Catch a movie or show at Redcliffe Cultural Centre.
- Learn to sail at Moreton Bay Boat Club.
- Take a hike through Boondall Wetlands.
- Check out the international entertainment on offer at Brisbane Entertainment Centre.
- Plunge into the sea front pool at Settlement Cove Lagoon Redcliffe.
- Get up close and personal with Aussie wildlife at Australia Zoo in Landsborough.
- Enjoy the rides at Aussie World in Palmview.
- Talk a walk back in time at the Caboolture Historical Village.
If that isn’t enough incentive to have a family holiday in Scarborough Beach, then nothing would be! Book your beachside holiday escape with us here today at Scarborough Beach Resort.
Redcliffe Walking Tours
Take a guided walking tour of Redcliffe and learn about the history of the area and the first settlers.
The walking tour, guided by a Redcliffe Museum volunteer, takes approximately one hour, commencing from Captain Cook Park where mention is made of the explorations of Cook and Matthew Flinders.
Next stop is at the First Settlement Memorial Wall which is the site of the first settlement, chosen by John Oxley, in September 1824.
At the Redcliffe Jetty learn about the three jetties which serviced the city since 1885. At the Koopa Deck learn about the SS Koopa which brought tourists to Redcliffe between 1911 and 1953.
On the way to the Redcliffe Museum you pass the only remaining World War II air raid shelter and the site of a convict built well. The remains of an old weir on Humpybong Creek are the last point of interest before arrival at the Redcliffe Museum.
The guided walking tour is free of charge on admission to the Redcliffe Museum at 75 Anzac Ave, Redcliffe. Phone (07) 3883 1898 for enquiries.
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