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SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast tickets
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Combo (Save 15%): SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast + Mary Valley Rattler Train Tickets
from AU$107.40
AU$91.62
15% off
- Grab this discounted combo to visit the SEA LIFE Aquarium in Sunshine Coast and enjoy a ride on the vintage Mary Valley Rattler steam train.
- At Australia’s premier 11-themed zone aquarium, see jellyfish in cylindrical tanks, watch penguins waddle away, and click a picture with adorable seals!
- Watch sharks swim above you through an 80-meter Ocean Tunnel, and roll up your sleeves to shake hands with a starfish at the Tidal Touchpool.
- Travel across Mary Valley in a historic rail experience on the Rattler Steam Train, feasting your eyes on the view of the valley, quaint villages, and the farms.
- Explore heritage stations like Gympie and Amamoor and upgrade your ticket for Rattler's Tasting Plate at the Rusty Rails Cafe. Pork and panna cotta, anyone?
- Grab this discounted combo to visit the SEA LIFE Aquarium in Sunshine Coast and enjoy a ride on the vintage Mary Valley Rattler steam train.
- At Australia’s premier 11-themed zone aquarium, see jellyfish in cylindrical tanks, watch penguins waddle away, and click a picture with adorable seals!
- Watch sharks swim above you through an 80-meter Ocean Tunnel, and roll up your sleeves to shake hands with a starfish at the Tidal Touchpool.
- Travel across Mary Valley in a historic rail experience on the Rattler Steam Train, feasting your eyes on the view of the valley, quaint villages, and the farms.
- Explore heritage stations like Gympie and Amamoor and upgrade your ticket for Rattler's Tasting Plate at the Rusty Rails Cafe. Pork and panna cotta, anyone?
Inclusions
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast
- Entry to SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast
- Digi Photo Pass with 8 photos
Mary Valley Rattler Train
- Round-trip train ride from Gympie to Amamoor
- Rattler tasting train (optional)
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast
- Tip: Drop by the Gift Shop for great souvenirs including cuddly plush toys, pens, and notecards.
- This experience is wheelchair accessible.
- The aquarium is equipped with restrooms and a parent room.
- Guests aged 15 and below must be accompanied by a parent or guardian aged 18 and above.
Mary Valley Rattler Train
- Tip: The volunteers on the steam train are knowledgeable and helpful, so don't hesitate to ask them questions about the journey, the train, or the region.
- This experience is wheelchair, pram, and stroller accessible.
- The train is equipped with restrooms.
- Pets are allowed on this tour.
- Children aged 16 and below must be accompanied by an adult.
- The schedule is subject to change depending on traffic and weather conditions on your activity date.
- Click here to find the menu for the tasting option.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Krystal
Jun 2025Verified booking
Everything from the ticket process to the check in to the train trip itself was really well done! Loved how knowledgeable John was in our carriage- 1416. Amazing day out!
Shawn
Jul 2025Verified booking
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Alaxander
Nov 2024Verified booking
Had a nice time, my friend was visiting from Taiwan and really enjoyed Sea Life. I've been to all of their venues in Australia and New Zealand and this one is definitely the smallest but I like the work they have done to refresh the experience but it only takes about an hour to get though. Worth a visit at least once.
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Jan 2025Verified booking
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Sharon
Aug 2024Verified booking
Our carriage inspector was very informative and friendly.
Michelle
Aug 2024Verified booking
Loved the fun of the steam train. lots of people on board. volunteers were excellent and friendly. Jeff in our carriage was 5 star and John in next carriage did a wonderful commentary for the whole train. At Amamoor the green was set up with stalls and food to welcome us. Scenery not amazing, but still a fun outing.
Garry
Sep 2024Verified booking
the sharks are awesome. good service anp plenty of room.
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Combos
Combo: Aquaduck Sunshine Coast City Tour & River Cruise + SEA LIFE Tickets
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AU$88.40
- Enjoy a perfect blend of city exploration and aquatic adventure with this cost-saving combo, featuring 2 must-visit attractions at the Sunshine Coast.
- Board the amphibious Aquaduck for a thrilling city tour that transforms from bus to boat, exploring Mooloolaba's waterfront.
- Experience the thrill of driving the Aquaduck and get a free captain’s certificate. Learn about the history and culture of Mooloolaba from your friendly guide.
- Visit SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast, home to thousands of marine and freshwater animals, including penguins, sharks, seals, stingrays, and tropical fish.
- Discover the 11 themed zones, such as Tidal Touchpool, Jellyfish Kingdom, and Ocean Tunnel. Enjoy live shows and interactive exhibits.
- Enjoy a perfect blend of city exploration and aquatic adventure with this cost-saving combo, featuring 2 must-visit attractions at the Sunshine Coast.
- Board the amphibious Aquaduck for a thrilling city tour that transforms from bus to boat, exploring Mooloolaba's waterfront.
- Experience the thrill of driving the Aquaduck and get a free captain’s certificate. Learn about the history and culture of Mooloolaba from your friendly guide.
- Visit SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast, home to thousands of marine and freshwater animals, including penguins, sharks, seals, stingrays, and tropical fish.
- Discover the 11 themed zones, such as Tidal Touchpool, Jellyfish Kingdom, and Ocean Tunnel. Enjoy live shows and interactive exhibits.
Inclusions
Aquaduck Sunshine Coast: City Tour & River Cruise
- Aquaduck land & water tour
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast
- Entry to SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast
- Digi Photo Pass with 8 photos
Aquaduck Sunshine Coast: City Tour & River Cruise
- Tip: Don't forget your binoculars! Take a peek at the glamorous waterfront homes and bustling Minyama fish market.
- Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before your scheduled time.
- All guests must wear life jackets after boarding the Aquaduck.
- There is no storage for prams and large bags on board or at the departure point. Please leave them in your car or hotel room. You are not permitted to leave unattended strollers on SEA LIFE premises.
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast
- Tip: Be sure to check out the Jellyfish Kingdom, where you can see hundreds of mesmerizing jellyfish in different shapes, sizes, and colors.
- Guests aged 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Jatinder
Jul 2025Verified booking
Everything was amazing . The Crew was so friendly
Matt
May 2025Verified booking
We had a great trip!! The skipper and deckie were great!! Thanks for a fun ride guys
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Alaxander
Nov 2024Verified booking
Had a nice time, my friend was visiting from Taiwan and really enjoyed Sea Life. I've been to all of their venues in Australia and New Zealand and this one is definitely the smallest but I like the work they have done to refresh the experience but it only takes about an hour to get though. Worth a visit at least once.
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Angela
Sep 2024Verified booking
I booked this experience for my grandsons who really wanted to go on it The booking process was very easy to navigate and the crew on the day were friendly and helpful making it such an enjoyable experience for everyone on board They loved it and recommended you give it a go when visiting
Garry
Sep 2024Verified booking
the sharks are awesome. good service anp plenty of room.
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See Queensland’s marine life: including turtles, sharks, & more.
- Everything you get: Entry to 11 themed zones like the Ocean Tunnel, Seal Island, Coral Kingdom & Jellyfish Kingdom; daily keeper talks, tidal touchpool, plus a Digi Photo Pass with 8 digital photos
- Why choose this: Wander through tunnels surrounded by Grey Nurse Sharks and rays, see seals, jellyfish, and rescued turtles, all in one award-winning aquarium.
- Upgrades: Add a behind‑the‑scenes turtle rehab tour, guided Seal Swim with photo, or the Shark Dive Xtreme: a cage‑free dive among sharks and rays (no dive experience needed).
See Queensland’s marine life: including turtles, sharks, & more.
- Everything you get: Entry to 11 themed zones like the Ocean Tunnel, Seal Island, Coral Kingdom & Jellyfish Kingdom; daily keeper talks, tidal touchpool, plus a Digi Photo Pass with 8 digital photos
- Why choose this: Wander through tunnels surrounded by Grey Nurse Sharks and rays, see seals, jellyfish, and rescued turtles, all in one award-winning aquarium.
- Upgrades: Add a behind‑the‑scenes turtle rehab tour, guided Seal Swim with photo, or the Shark Dive Xtreme: a cage‑free dive among sharks and rays (no dive experience needed).
Inclusions
- Entry to SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast
- Digi Photo Pass with 8 photos
Behind-the-scenes tour (if option selected)
- 30‑minute guided tour of the back‑of‑house turtle rehabilitation area
- Marine expert guide
- Turtle rehabilitation talk on rescue and care
- Small group of up to 8 people daily
Seal Swim (if option selected)
- 20‑minute Seal Swim experience
- Guided swim session at Seal Island with resident seals
- 1 souvenir photo
- Seal team talk at Seals Fish Kitchen on care and training
Shark Dive Xtreme (if option selected)
- 2-hour Shark Dive Xtreme experience
- 30‑minute cage‑free dive inside the Ocean Tunnel
- 90‑minute scuba introduction, safety briefing & training session
- See Grey Nurse Sharks, massive stingrays, reef sharks, wobbegongs & more
- Guidance from certified dive instructors
- All dive equipment and wetsuit provided
- Commemorative shark dive certificate
- Children who are 15 years old or younger must be with an adult (18+) at all times during your visit.
- Some zones or exhibits may be closed temporarily for animal care or maintenance, and this can happen without prior notice.
- The aquarium is fully wheelchair accessible. Carers or essential companions with a valid National Companion Card can enter for free.
- Assistance animals are welcome inside SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast, as long as you bring valid certification.
Behind-the-scenes tour
- This experience is for guests aged 3 years and older.
- All children must be accompanied by an adult who is also joining the tour.
- Only 8 spaces are available each day, so it’s best to book early to secure your spot.
- Most areas of the tour are wheelchair accessible, but please note: viewing from the top of the Oceanarium is not accessible for guests in wheelchairs.
Seal Swim
- You must be at least 13 years old to join the Seal Swim experience.
- Spaces are very limited each day, so advance booking is essential.
- This activity is not suitable for guests who use wheelchairs. You will need to be able to get in and out of the seal pool (with help if needed) and be confident swimming.
- You cannot join the Seal Swim if you are pregnant or if you have any type of seafood allergy.
- All jewellery must be removed before entering the pool. If your jewellery cannot be removed, you won’t be able to participate.
Shark Dive Xtreme
- You must be at least 14 years old to dive. If you are under 18, you must dive together with an adult who is also participating.
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible. You need to be able to get in and out of the water on your own (with help from staff if needed) and speak clearly with staff during training and the dive.
- You must be a competent swimmer and able to carry up to 40kg of scuba diving equipment.
- For safety reasons, guests with certain medical conditions (such as asthma, heart disease, epilepsy, diabetes, ear or chest conditions, high blood pressure, pregnancy, recent injuries or surgeries, and some psychological conditions) may need to provide medical clearance from a qualified dive doctor before booking.
- You must not drink alcohol the night before your dive.
- You must not fly in an aircraft within 12 hours after diving.
- Places are very limited and often sell out, so we recommend booking as early as possible.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Shawn
Jul 2025Verified booking
Christine
Jan 2025Verified booking
Alaxander
Nov 2024Verified booking
Had a nice time, my friend was visiting from Taiwan and really enjoyed Sea Life. I've been to all of their venues in Australia and New Zealand and this one is definitely the smallest but I like the work they have done to refresh the experience but it only takes about an hour to get though. Worth a visit at least once.
m
Jan 2025Verified booking
Gregory
Oct 2024Verified booking
Garry
Sep 2024Verified booking
the sharks are awesome. good service anp plenty of room.
Roslyne
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Apr 2024Verified booking
The day out was great. My daughter who turned 6 on the day. Birthday present. I was only disappointed in seeing my bank statement. As I didn't know that headout is not Australian, and got charged international fees. This needs to be disclosed better
Jeanette
Feb 2024Verified booking
I had my 4 year old grandson staying and with rainy weather this was an ideal place to go. We stayed 3 hours he was in charge with the map and was enthralled by all the exhibitions and the seal show. He went home that night to his family full of things to tell them. Booking last minute on line was easy and saved us considerably on the entrance price.
Alanna
Apr 2024Verified booking
The penguins were very cute and the seal show was great! And of course the iconic ocean tunnel was the show stealer.
Deborah
Feb 2024Verified booking
We saved money buying tickets online here, no issues getting into Sea Life, seamless transaction. THANKYOU
Darren
Apr 2024Verified booking
When wet weather made our holiday plans change, getting tickets to Sea Life was made so easy with Headout.
Casey
Mar 2024Verified booking
Beautiful displays, great seal show. Whole family loved it.
Sue
Mar 2024Verified booking
pressed the wrong response - enjoyable
Margaret
Jan 2024Verified booking
Aquarium was great. Booking was easy, fast & much cheaper than directly with Aquarium
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Sunshine CoastSEA LIFE Sunshine Coast
Best exhibits and zones along the SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast
Discover the wonders of the underwater world through 11 uniquely themed zones at SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast. From the colourful Coral Caves and Ocean Tunnel to Seal Sanctuary and playful penguins, each zone offers something special.
Little Blue Penguins Zone
Visit the world’s smallest penguins, the little blue penguins. Watch these adorable creatures waddle, swim, and play from an above-ground observation deck. You can also swim alongside them!
Seal Island
Meet the playful seals at Seal Island. Enjoy entertaining presentations showcasing their intelligence and agility. Afterward, get up close for photos or join them in the water for a thrilling swim.
Ocean Tunnel
Step into the 80-metre-long ocean tunnel, a beautiful underwater adventure. Encounter toothy predators in the Shark Shipwreck section, and watch serene rays glide gracefully in the Bay of Rays.
Tidal Touchpool
Feel the unique textures of blue sea stars, spiky sea urchins, and thorny sea stars. Marine experts guide you through the experience, sharing fascinating facts about these creatures and their habitats.
Jellyfish Kingdom
Watch as delicate moon jellies float gracefully, their ghostly bodies glowing under soft lighting. Watch delicate, colourful jellyfish bloom and drift below the water's surface in the Jellyfish Kingdom.
Shark Dive Xtreme
Swim alongside grey nurse sharks, reef sharks and more at the Shark Dive Xtreme. A beginner friendly experience that is safe yet thrilling.
Plan Your Visit To SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast
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Tips
- General opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 8:30am–3:00pm
- During school holidays, hours may extend
- Last entry: Typically one hour before closing.
- Time to spend: Usually takes 2 to 3 hours exploring the aquarium.
- Weekdays: Less crowded compared to weekends.
- Early mornings: Arriving at opening time is better for a quieter experience.
- School terms: Visiting outside of school holidays means fewer visitors.
- Weather considerations: As an all-weather attraction, it's ideal for visits during rainy days.
- Address: Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba, Queensland, Australia.
- By car: Approximately 100 km (about 1 hour 20 minutes) north of Brisbane.
- Parking: Available at The Wharf Mooloolaba—both free and paid options.
- Public transport:
- Bus: Sunbus services operate routes to Mooloolaba.
- Train: Nearest station is Landsborough; from there, connect via bus to Mooloolaba.
- Walking: From Mooloolaba Esplanade, it's a short walk (approximately 500 meters, 5-7 minutes) to the aquarium.
- Photography:
- Permitted without flash.
- Tripods and selfie sticks are prohibited.
- Food and drinks:
- Outside food and beverages are not allowed.
- On-site dining options are available.
- Baggage:
- Large bags and suitcases are discouraged
- Storage facilities are available.
- Wheelchair accessible.
- Strollers are permitted.
- Service animals are allowed.
- Cloakroom: Available for storing personal items.
- Toilets: Located throughout the facility, including accessible options.
- Wi-Fi: Complimentary access for visitors.
- Dining outlets:
- Aqua Cafe offers a variety of snacks and meals.
- Seal Kiosk provides quick refreshments near the Seal Stadium.
- Souvenir shop: Offers a range of marine-themed merchandise.
- Mooloolaba Beach (500m | 5-minute walk): Pristine sandy beach perfect for sunbathing, swimming, or a leisurely stroll.
- The Wharf Mooloolaba (Next door): Shopping and dining hub featuring boutique stores, waterfront restaurants, and bars.
- Mooloolaba Spit (800m | 10-minute walk): Famous for its fresh seafood markets and calm waters ideal for families.
- Point Cartwright (3.5km | 7-minute drive): A scenic spot with a lighthouse, walking trails, and panoramic ocean views.
- HMAS Brisbane Lookout (600m | 7-minute walk): Memorial site offering views of the ocean and access to the HMAS Brisbane dive wreck.
- Quiet times: Visit during mid-afternoon hours when most crowds have dispersed for lunch.
- Volunteer opportunities: Check if SEA LIFE offers behind-the-scenes volunteer or educational programs for marine enthusiasts.
- Interactive experiences: Book the Shark Dive Xtreme for a thrilling underwater encounter with marine predators (certification not required).
- Night visits: Explore special after-dark events for a unique perspective on nocturnal marine life.
Frequently asked questions about SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast tickets
How much does a SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast ticket cost?
A general admission ticket to SEA LIFE costs AU $38.40 for a day's entry. This will get you access to the venue for an entire day. SEA LIFE also offers special passes, combo tickets, and gift vouchers. The prices on these vary.
How to book tickets to the SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast?
Tickets are available online and at a kiosk at the venue. Buying tickets online helps you avoid lines at the ticket booth. This is particularly useful when you are with children.
Why should I book SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast tickets online?
- Skip the lines: While SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast tickets are available at the venue's kiosks, your online ticket ensures faster entry. Visitors can also pick their entry timings with online tickets. And the venue guarantees quick entry even when there are heavy crowds.
- Guaranteed entry: The marine park has limited ticketing capacity so, online bookings are the best way to guarantee entry.
- Discounts and Offers: The venue extends discounts and offers on online tickets. Investing in annual passes can also bring you great savings on food and at the gift shop.
What are the SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast timings?
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast is open between 8:30am to 3pm every day. The last entry is at 3pm.
Where is SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast located?
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast is located at Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba QLD 4557, Australia. Find it on Maps
What does a SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast ticket include?
A general admission SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast ticket gives you access to the 11-themed zones of the marine park. You also get quick, guaranteed entry. Also available are combo experience tickets and passes that have specific inclusions.
Does SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast offer discounted tickets?
The aquarium does offer reduced prices for children between 3-15 years of age. Children below 3 and carers can enter the venue for free. Discounts also apply to combo tickets and passes.
Are there guided SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast tickets?
No, the venue does not offer guided tours. However, experts are available at many of the experiences. Those with disabilities can also request designated companions to assist them.
Can I cancel my SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast tickets?
Yes, you can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.