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Aquaduck Safaris has been a household name on the Gold Coast for the last 22 years. The amphibious machines offer customers from all over the world, a unique Gold Coast city tour and river cruise. The amphibious vehicles are built from the hull of a Larc, converted into a new all in one safe and fun vehicle for water and road. Over 2.2 million people have enjoyed an Aquaduck tour. But who is behind Aquaduck and what are their plans for the future? Let's learn a little more about the background and new owners of Aquaduck Safaris.
In July 2018, the Family who owned Aquaduck decided it was time for a new venture and sold the business to three very experienced tourism operators. The new owners are Sarah Colgate, General Manager of iToursntix and iVenture Card, Tony Johnson owner of Paradise Jet boating, Chris Weide, owner iToursntix and iVenture Card Australia. With over 70 years in business experience between them, this team has extensive experience in growing tourism businesses.
As the Gold Coast has over 5 million visitors a year who want to have a unique and truly local experience the the new owners have big plans to grow sales for Aquaduck from a range of markets including Asia, China, Middle East and Europe. China is a key to the success of Aquaduck and customising tours for Chinese travellers is just the beginning. The commentary and tour offerings will be improved and modernized as will the reservations and online sales. Aquaduck has now matured into a Gold Coast tourism business with growth opportunities a plenty.