MURRAY RIVER LUNCH CRUISE

Step back in time and explore Mandurah’s winding waterways and the serene Murray River on board our relaxing, 4.5-hour Murray River Lunch Cruise. Travel WA’s most history-rich river aboard a half-day sightseeing lunch, including morning tea and biscuits, charcuterie board and a delicious fresh buffet menu with dessert made by your onboard chef, while exploring winding waterways of Mandurah, the UN protected Peel-Harvey estuary, and the serene Murray River. Step back in time and discover these waterways’ fascinating history with live commentary from our expert local guide. See local wildlife, birds, flora and dolphins along the way. Visit a remote island for a guided walk at Cooper’s Mill – a heritage site only accessible by boat. As you cruise, enjoy complimentary hot drinks and a licensed bar on deck.

 Tours depart regularly from central Mandurah and the itinerary includes.

• Start the morning cruising across Mandurah’s magnificent estuary.
• Continue past the world-renowned RAMSAR-listed Creery Wetlands, teeming with birdlife.
• Cross the Peel Inlet and be on the lookout for Mandurah’s famous Bottlenose dolphins as they surf and play in the wake of the boat.*
• Enjoy morning tea and biscuits on arrival
• Crossing the estuary, enjoy a delicious buffet charcuterie board
• On entering the Murray River, stop at Cooper’s Mill heritage island site for a brief, easy walking tour. This restored wind-driven mill, located on Cooleenup Island, built by the first European settlers, is only accessible by boat. Explore and wander, or follow our tour guide to learn more about the Mill, native flora and bush tucker on the island.
• Lunch is served on our return from the walk, as the cruise takes in the gorgeous, tree lined cottages flanking the Murray River.
• Lunch is a delicious, chef-prepared Australian buffet, featuring a plentiful selections of local, home cooked produce, finished with divine desserts hand finished on the day.
• Return back across the Peel Inlet and through the Port Mandurah canals, lined with luxury homes.
• Enjoy games on the way back, for prizes!
• Enjoy refreshments along the way, with a fully licensed bar available for you to purchase drinks.
• Help yourself to complimentary tea/coffee (bring your own keep-cup).

*Mandurah’s dolphins are wild creatures viewed in their natural environment and we are unable to guarantee sightings. Stops at Cooper’s Mill heritage island site rely on public jetty access, and while very rare, boats parked on the jetty can prevent island access. 

MENU 

The view our menu CLICK HERE.  * Note: This menu is subject to seasonal variation.

We can cater for gluten free, and vegetarian dietary requirements, if you note this at the time of booking (at least 72 hours prior to departure). Unfortunately we cannot cater for food allergies owing to the vessel galley size and we regretfully cannot take bookings from guests who suffer from severe or anaphylactic allergies. We recommend calling our booking office on 9581 1242 to discuss should yuo need further details.

BEVERAGES 

• Help yourself to complimentary tea and instant coffee if you bring your own keep-cup.
• Beer, wine and soft drinks available for purchase on board (no BYO) as this is a licensed vessel.

ACCESS 
The vessel for this cruise ~ Dancing Dolphin ~ is wheelchair / walking frame friendly. When booking online, please select if you will be travelling with a wheelchair or walking frame (under the Optional Extras section), so our crew are aware in advance. Alternatively, please call our Booking office on 9581 1242 to let us know you.

We regret the public jetty/ landing at Cooper’s Mill heritage island is not wheelchair / walking frame friendly ~ but remaining on the boat with our freidnly crew is a delightful way to spend time. 

SEATING
Our boat is configured as 4-6 people per table, across two levels. We cannot reserve seats. Seating is allocated on the day, on a first-in, first-choice basis. If you have a group and being seated together is important for you, we recommend arriving early (at least 45 minutes prior to departure) to assemble in a line on the jetty ramp. You will be required to take accountability for your own/your group’s seating location, as our crew are unable to designate guests to certain seats. Our cruise is very popular and is often sold out, meaning all seats quickly become occupied as guests arrive. 

TOUR DATES & PRICES
This tour operates regularly each week ~ please check our booking calendar for availability and departure time. 

PRICES
(lunch and afternoon tea included):

Adult $159
Senior $149*
Student $99*
Child (3-12 years) $50
Children under 3 cruise for FREE – Please ensure they are included in your booking. Food and drinks are not included for children under 3. You are welcome to bring lunch for them or purchase a child (3-12 years) fare.

*Guests must show proof of age 65+ or student card on the day of cruise to redeem the senior/student rate

We welcome group bookings, so please enquire if you would like to reserve a cruise exclusively for your group.

ONLINE BOOKINGS
Online bookings close 5 hours prior to departure. For bookings inside this time please call our booking office on 9581 1242.

LOYALTY DISCOUNT 
All guests receive a 10% loyalty discount for future bookings of any Mandurah Cruises’ cruise or hire experience, excluding Christmas Lights and special event cruises. 

Enjoy a 10% discount at our souvenir and local artisan Gift Shop also.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

• Minimum numbers apply for the tour to depart. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
• Cruises operate in all weather conditions so please dress appropriately.
• No smoking is permitted on board any of Mandurah Cruises vessels or on the departure jetty.