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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).
All guests must be able to move around the vessel independently and safely. This includes boarding, handling small steps or walkways, moving around and staying seated during small waves without crew assistance. If you’re unsure whether this is suitable for you or your group, please visit mandurahcruises.com.au/accessibility or call our booking office on 08 9581 1242.
We get off the boat at Coolenup Island, which is a public location managed by local government. Access is via a public jetty and very occasionally this can be delayed or even prevented by other vessels. Guests must be able to offboard and onboard at a fixed jetty or via an onboard ramp on their own, and they visit the island at their own risk.
There is a marked path which is very flat, but the path is not paved and is not suitable for guests unsteady on their feet. We strongly
request guests do not wander into the uncleared bush for safety reasons.
*Mandurah’s dolphins are wild creatures viewed in their natural environment and we are unable to guarantee sightings.
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 you 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 friendly crew is a delightful way to spend time.
SEATING
Our boat is configured as 4-6 people per table, across two levels. We cannot guarantee the reservation of 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 30 minutes prior to departure) to assemble in a line on the jetty ramp. 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 (winter discount $149)
Senior $149* (winter discount $135)
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.
MURRAY RIVER LUNCH CRUISE
We look forward to welcoming you aboard our relaxing half-day Murray River Lunch Cruise. We will take you on a journey back in time to explore Mandurah’s winding waterways and the serene Murray River.
The majestic Murray is WA’s most history-rich river. It is the longest permanent river in the Jarrah Forest and one of the few major rivers in Australia that remain undammed. Lined with quaint homes, houseboats and an array of wild flora and fauna, it is one of the Shire of Murray’s most picturesque attractions.
- 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.*
- 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, 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.
- Dine on a delicious buffet lunch and dessert, served while cruising the Murray River.
- Return back across the Peel Inlet and through the Port Mandurah canals, lined with luxury homes.
- 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).
Bush Walk: We get off the boat at Coolenup Island, which is a public location managed by local government. Access is via a public jetty and very occasionally this can be delayed or even prevented by other vessels. Guests must be able to offboard and onboard at a fixed jetty or via an onboard ramp on their own, and they visit the island at their own risk. There is a marked path which is very flat, but the path is not paved and is not suitable for guests unsteady on their feet. We strongly request guests do not wander into the uncleared bush for safety reasons.
Mandurah’s dolphins are wild creatures viewed in their natural environment and we are unable to guarantee sightings. Stop at Cooper’s Mill heritage island site is dependent on weather and suitable jetty access on the day.
MENUTo view our menu CLICK HERE.
* Note: This menu is subject to seasonal variation. If you have any dietary requirements or food allergies that you didn’t note at the time of booking, please email or call our office on 9581 1242.
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).
The vessel for this cruise ~ Dancing Dolphin ~ is wheelchair / walking frame friendly. The landing at Cooper’s Mill is not wheelchair / walking frame friendly, so guests with these supports will be asked to remain on the boat during this short stop.
If you have accessibility requirements that you have not advised us of when booking, please call our booking office on 9581 1242.
BOARDING & DEPARTURE INFORMATION
Our cruise departs from Mandurah Cruises Jetty in Mandjar Square, located in front of the Mandurah Performing Arts Centre. For a location map, click here. Our Booking Office and Gift Shop is 200m from here.
Boarding will commence ~15 minutes prior to your cruise departure time. All cruises depart on time and do not wait for those who arrive late. Please ensure you allow plenty of time to arrive for your tour as our cruises run to schedule and cannot be extended.
Simply bring a print out of your booking confirmation OR present it on your mobile device to board the cruise.
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.
PARKING
Free all-day parking (no ticket required) is available at the Reading Cinema / Mandurah Performing Arts Centre carpark on Ormsby Terrace.
For a parking location map, click here.
For information on how to get to Mandurah and public transport options, please click here.
- 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.
Terms & Conditions: Valid for 1 use per ticket. Offer expires 30 days from cruise date.
