Lunch Cruises

Swan River Lunch Cruise

Cruise the scenic Swan River round-trip between Perth and Fremantle aboard a comfortable vessel with panoramic viewing.

Savor a freshly prepared buffet lunch featuring seasonal Western Australian produce, followed by a delicious dessert selection on the return leg.

Relax with reserved seating and enjoy onboard commentary from the captain, offering fascinating stories about the river’s history, wildlife, and landmarks.

Upgrade your experience with a drink purchased onboard from the fully licensed bar, offering local wines, beers, and other refreshments.

Did you know? The Swan River gets its name from the native black swans that still call its peaceful banks home today.

2.75-hour lunch cruise on Swan River, Perth

Seasonal buffet lunch and cake dessert

Choice of drinks to purchase from the onboard bar (drinks list here)

Reserved seating

Hotel transfers

TOTAL DURATION2 hours 45 minutes
FREQUENCY4 days a week
Sights covered
The Bell Tower
Kings Park & Botanic Garden
The Old Swan Brewery
Mounts Bay Road & Millionaire's Row
Royal Perth Yacht Club
Crawley Edge Blue Boatshed
Matilda Bay Reserve
Point Walter Sandbar (seen from the river)
Blackwall Reach Cliffs
East Fremantle
Fremantle’s Inner Harbour

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Savour a 2-hour 45-minute lunch cruise along Perth’s Swan River, featuring a seasonal buffet and reserved seating.

Getting started

Board your vessel at the Perth departure point, where staff will guide you to your reserved table. After a quick check-in, settle in as the captain introduces the journey and shares commentary as you set off downstream.

What to expect

Swan River Lunch Cruise

The Swan River is a central waterway in Western Australia, connecting Perth to the port city of Fremantle. This cruise offers a unique perspective on the city’s riverside landmarks and showcases the region’s fresh produce through a buffet lunch.

Features

Direct return cruise: Travel between Perth and Fremantle, taking in riverside sights and city skylines from the comfort of your seat.

Captain’s commentary: Gain insights into the river’s history, local landmarks, and the significance of the Swan River to Perth’s development.

Seasonal buffet lunch: Enjoy a buffet featuring Western Australia’s seasonal produce, complemented by a dessert selection.

Onboard bar: Enhance your meal with drinks available for purchase, including local wines and beers.

Reserved seating: Relax at your own table throughout the cruise, ensuring a comfortable and seamless dining experience.

What to bring

Your ticket to be produced at the point of entry.

What’s not allowed

Pets

Accessibility

Wheelchairs and strollers are welcome and service animals are allowed but please contact the cruise provider before the tour, as accessibility can vary by boat.

This cruise is not recommended for people with serious mobility issues.

Infant seats are available if needed.

Additional information

Guests must be 18 or older to drink alcohol.

Restrooms may be located downstairs on the lower deck.

Have any dietary needs or food allergies? Let the cruise provider know when booking. While they do their best to cater to dietary requirements, please note that meals are prepared in shared kitchens and cross-contamination may occur.

Paid parking is limited near the departure point—arrive early or use public transport or rideshare if possible.

A maximum of 50 travelers are allowed on this cruise.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the boarding point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your cruise to avoid any delays.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

Boarding point

Board your cruise at SeaLink Rottnest Island.

Address: Barrack Street Jetty, Pier 3, 3 Birdiya Dr, Perth WA 6000, Australia.

Get directions to the boarding point

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