Are there dingoes on Moreton Island?

Unlike K’gari to the north, there is no resident dingo population on Moreton Island. But there are some other creatures that may be dangerous…

Moreton Island is one of the most popular day trip destinations from Brisbane, Queensland.

Activities available at Moreton Island include hand-feeding wild dolphins, sandboarding down the sand dunes and snorkelling amongst the shipwrecks.

Whether you take the Micat ferry or Tangalooma ferry, there are several great Moreton Island tour options from Brisbane.

However, many visitor may be worried about the wildlife they are likely to encounter on Moreton Island.

After all, the even bigger sand island to the north – K’gari – is famous for its dingo population.

Logic would dictate, therefore, that there are also dingoes on Moreton Island.

Which Moreton Island tour should I pick?

There are several Moreton Island tour options, most including the ferry transfer. Pick your tour based on the activities you want to do.

For guided kayaking, snorkelling and sandboarding, book here.
For whale-watching on the way, plus a resort day pass, pick this winter months option.
To go on a marine discovery cruise and snorkel through the Tangalooma shipwrecks, try here.
For dolphin-feeding, use of resort facilities and a choice of other tours, go on the Tangalooma tour.

Moreton Island dingo population

But are there dingoes on Moreton Island, Queensland?

The good news for those scared of dingoes (although there’s no great reason to be that scared of them) is that there are no dingoes on Moreton Island.

Rather helpfully, the Queensland Government has got a full list of the animal species found on Moreton Island. Take a look through, and you’ll find that dingoes are not on it.

The same list also confirms that there are no crocodiles on Moreton Island.

6 supreme Brisbane day trips that will improve your holiday

Moreton Island day trip – with kayaking, sandboarding and snorkelling or with dolphin-feeding and desert dunes adventure.
Springbrook National Park glowworms and rainforest tour – including Tamborine Skywalk.
Eumundi Markets day trip – Australia’s best markets, plus the Sunshine Coast Hinterland and Noosa.
North Stradbroke Island day tour – with cruise, wildlife spotting and guided walk.
Tamborine Mountain winery tour – with gourmet lunch.
Maialia rainforest walking and wildlife tour – visit lesser-known D’Aguilar National Park.

Dangerous animals on Moreton Island

However, that is not to say there are no dangerous animals on Moreton Island at all. The ones you should keep a wary eye open for are the snakes. Snake species seen on Moreton Island include the red-bellied black snake and the death adder.

The one to keep a real eye out for, though is the eastern brown snake – which is the most dangerous snake in Australia, if measured by human deaths.

9 brilliant Brisbane experiences to book in advance

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary tickets (or entry plus river cruise combo) – hold a koala and see lots of adorable native wildlife.
Brisbane River cruise – see the key sights and learn about the city on the way.
Story Bridge Adventure Climb – walk along the top of Brisbane’s famous bridge, with 360 degree views.
Combine the Southbank Parklands, City Botanic Gardens and Kangaroo Point Cliffs on a fun Segway tour.
Helicopter flight – see the city from a bird’s eye view.
Kayaking tour – choose the night tour to see the city light up, the day tour to enjoy the sunshine.
XXXX brewery tour – see how Australia’s most famous beer is made.
Guided wine flight tasting – get an Aussie wine introductory course.
See Brisbane’s spooky side on a city centre ghost tour.