SEA WORLD CRUISES — TERMS & CONDITIONS
Sea World Cruises (the operator) is a subsidiary of The Tour Collective Group. Sea World Cruises is independent from Village Roadshow Theme Parks, who operates Sea World. By booking with the operator, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions.
1. Pricing, Transactions & Payments
- All prices are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and include GST.
- Visa and Mastercard are accepted (AMEX not accepted).
- All transactions are processed in AUD.
- Full payment is required at the time of booking unless expressly stated otherwise.
2. Booking Cancellation Policy
2.1 Individual Bookings (1–9 guests)
- Cancel more than 3 hours before departure → full refund.
- Cancel within 3 hours → non-refundable.
2.2 Group Bookings (10+ guests)
- Cancel 48+ hours before departure → full refund.
- Cancel within 48 hours → non-refundable.
- Payment must be made in full at the time of booking unless a written agreement states otherwise.
2.3 Special Event Cruises
(Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, Australia Day, and other designated special events)
- Cancel 48+ hours before departure → full refund.
- Cancel within 48 hours → non-refundable.
2.4 Private Vessel / Venue Hire
- Cancel 14+ days prior → full refund (excluding any non-refundable deposit).
- Cancel within 14 days → non-refundable.
2.5 Combination Tickets
- Non-refundable.
- Theme park tickets are treated as cash and cannot be replaced if lost or stolen.
2.6 Gift Vouchers
- Non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Lost vouchers cannot be reissued.
- Bookings are essential.
2.7 Third-Party Bookings
Bookings made via OTAs or travel agents are subject to the third-party’s cancellation policy.
3. Operator Tour Cancellation Policy
The operator may cancel or amend a booking due to:
- unsafe weather or sea conditions
- mechanical issues
- low passenger numbers
- government directives
- operational or safety considerations
If the operator cancels a cruise:
- passengers may transfer to another suitable date, or
- receive a full refund (excluding non-refundable products such as combination tickets)
The operator is not liable for any additional expenses incurred due to a cancellation.
4. Substitutions & Amendments
The operator may substitute or amend:
- vessel
- itinerary
- departure time
- inclusions
- pricing
- age or health requirements
Changes may occur without prior notice for operational or safety reasons.
5. Return Times
All return times are approximate and subject to weather, sea state, and operational requirements.
6. Health, Fitness & Medical Conditions
To ensure passenger safety:
- Passengers must be fit to participate in their selected experience.
- Passengers must advise the operator at the time of booking of any medical condition, mobility limitation, or health concern that may affect their safety.
- The operator may restrict participation if it believes a guest’s medical condition may pose a risk to themselves or others.
- All passengers must follow crew instructions at all times.
7. Safety Requirements
- Passengers must comply with all instructions from crew regarding boarding, movement aboard the vessel, and participation in any activity.
- Children must be supervised closely by a parent or guardian.
- The operator reserves the right to refuse service to any passenger who appears intoxicated, unfit, or unsafe to board.
8. Food Allergies
The operator uses a wide range of ingredients including milk, eggs, gluten, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, sesame, wheat, lupin, fish and shellfish. Despite strict handling procedures, cross-contamination risk cannot be eliminated.
9. Minors
- Infants: 0–2 years (free, but require a ticket).
- Children: 3–13 years require a valid ticket.
- All guests under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
10. Seniors & Concessions
- Valid concession or senior ID must be presented when requested.
- Companion Card holders receive 50% off a companion ticket (excluding VIP Captain’s Lounge).
11. Media & Photography
Passengers consent to the operator capturing photographs, video or audio for marketing, promotional or broadcast purposes without compensation.
12. Public Holiday Surcharge
A 15% surcharge applies to secondary purchases (beverages, café, retail) on QLD public holidays.
13. Liability
Passengers participate at their own risk.
To the extent permitted by law, the operator accepts no liability for:
- personal injury or illness
- property loss or damage
- delays or missed connections
- consequential or indirect loss
Nothing in these Terms limits rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
14. Governing Law
These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of Queensland, Australia.