The jetty is located in front of the Mandurah Performing Arts Centre
Description
Travel WA’s most history-rich river aboard a half-day sightseeing lunch with Mandurah Cruises. Feast on a delicious buffet menu with desserts while exploring winding waterways of Mandurah city, Peel Inlet and the serene Murray River.
Step back in time and discover its fascinating history with live commentary from an 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.
IMPORTANT NOTE
* By proceeding to book this tour, you are agreeing to Sea West WA Pty Ltd Terms and Conditions
* 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.
Tour Options
Murray River Lunch Cruise
Depart Mandurah, cruise through the Port Mandurah Canals, Peel Inlet and into the Murray River. Along the way you may even see dolphins!
Itinerary
Mandurah Performing Arts Centre
5 min
The tour starts at the acclaimed Mandurah Performing Arts Centre
Pass by
We travel along the glorious Murray River, which has many hidden islands and secret places people have lived for generations
Coopers Mill
Admission included30 min
Guests can stop and tour this historic mill site, one of the earliest settler sites in the area.
Creery Wetlands Nature Reserve
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The cruise passes the Creery Wetlands, protected by the United Nations because of its significant and rare birdlife - and see if you can spot one of the resident roos!
Mandurah War Memorial
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The cruise passes the symbolic and famous War Memorial, inspired by poetry and commemorating the fallen in war.
Mandurah and Peel Region
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The tour crosses the beautiful Peel - Harvey estuary, home to resident dolphins and diverse birdlife.
Pass by
There are many island gems with beautiful homes to admire as we glide along the Murray River
North Yunderup
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North Yunderup has been inhabited since ancient times and there are many historic homes along the river
Eastern Foreshore Park
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Cruise past Mandurah's Eastern Foreshore with its Waugal shaped wall
What's included
Included
Scenic River Cruise
Flora and Historic Mill Walking Tour
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Tour escort/host
Snacks
Lunch
Restroom on board
Coffee and/or Tea
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
88 reviews
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Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infant meals not included
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Dolphins are in their natural environment so sighting cannot be guaranteed
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Murray River Lunch Cruise take?
Murray River Lunch Cruise lasts about 4h 30min. The itinerary has 9 stops.
How much does Murray River Lunch Cruise cost?
Prices start at $113 per person for this Mandurah experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Murray River Lunch Cruise for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The jetty is located in front of the Mandurah Performing Arts Centre. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Murray River Lunch Cruise offered in?
The experience is available in CMN, JA, YUE, YUE, EN, FR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 40 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infant meals not included Children must be accompanied by an adult
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Murray River Lunch Cruise worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 88 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Mandurah Cruises.
Reviews(88)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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B8880LIkarenm
July 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fantastic Cruise
5 Stars absolutely loved it. We were very impressed with Mattao's lunch. All staff on board were totally amazing. We stopped on Coolenup Island and got off and had a walk. Met John and his lovely dog Maddie who both lived there ( very lucky ). Walked through Coopers Mill then back onto boat. Could not fault this - its a definate must do. Thank you so much Karen, Vin & Vyv
Operator response
Wow thank you for your review and for spending the time out on the water with our crew. So pleased to hear you enjoyed your meal on board and learnt all about Coopers Mill too!
We hope to see you on board again soon.
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Lance_H
June 3, 2026 · via Viator
Super lunch time cruise from Mandurah
Crew were excellent food was good jam and cream scones for morning tea lovely buffett lunch pavlova or lemon tart for the afternoon and even played bingo for chocolate guess who won. Keep up the good work crew many thanks Mary and Lance
Operator response
Wow thanks so much Mary and Lance for your kind review and for spending the time with us on the water. We hope to see you again soon!
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V7839WXdonnaf
May 27, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Worthwhile boat cruise, highly recommend
Loved it. Highly recommend it for a great, casual, relaxing afternoon. People were lovely, and boat was a good size. Matao, the chef, went above and beyond and made me gluten free food, and brought it to me. What a gem!
Operator response
Thanks so much for your review and comments regarding our crew, so pleased to hear you had a great time on board and we hope to see you again soon!
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Melissa_D
January 14, 2026 · via Viator
Unhappy with booking system
I have been on these cruise many times with my friend Sheila and we have had a wonderful time this time on the way to the boat my friend Sheila fainted and we had to take her to hospital I have tried to contact visitor to explain our situation and it’s impossible the lovely lady at Mandurah cruises has been very helpful and explained we should be able to rebook an a lower cost but this is completely impossible I will definitely go again but next time I will book directly
Operator response
So sorry to hear you were having trouble contacting Viator to explain your situation - I believe the 1 star is for them, not for Mandurah Cruises. I am glad our staff members have been able to assist and please feel welcome to join us on board in the future!
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Trevor V
December 5, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Worthwhile
A fantastic 4+ hour cruise with lunch and snacks provided. Friendly staff and nothing was too much trouble. They are very knowledgeable about the locations we visited and the marine life etc. Would definitely recommend doing this relaxing tour.
Operator response
Wow thank you for your review and for cruising with us, we hope to see you again soon!
Warm Regards,
Mandurah Cruises
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Teresa_G
November 19, 2025 · via Viator
All good I really recommend
It is great experience in all aspects, friendly staff, great lunch everything excellent. And great experience with Dolphin 🐬
Operator response
Thank you for your review and for joining us on board - how very lucky to also have the dolphins popping up to say hello!
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Melva_B
November 7, 2025 · via Viator
excellent trip, good...
excellent trip, good commentary and delicious lunch. good to see the old mill and canals of Yunderup and Mandurah, both so diferent.
Operator response
Thank you for your 5 star review and for joining us on board for a great and interesting day on the water. We would love to welcome you back anytime!
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Lenore_N
October 21, 2025 · via Viator
Delightful day
Departed on time. Staff were extremely accommodating in terms of seating for our large group. All the food was delicious and the drinks were affordable. Loved the music selection and the bingo game. We even got to meet the dolphin family who was escorting us all the way back to the bridge before the canals.
Operator response
Thanks for the 5-star review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the food, service, and even some dolphin company — sounds like a great day all around.
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Stay687899
October 6, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Murray River lunch cruise
Cruising the Murray River was lovely. Great commentary from the crew who were all super friendly. The lunch was fantastic. This was a really good way to see the waterways around Mandurah.
Teresa (UK)
Operator response
Thanks Theresa for coming all the way from the UK to see our beautiful waterways and amazing wildlife, including the dolphins, we hope you were able to get some photo's of them to show family/friends back home!
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Elizabeth_T
October 1, 2025 · via Viator
Good day out.
A great day out. Plenty to see.
Great commentary and info.
Lovely cheese and fruit late morning.
Interesting Cooper Island stop.
Fabulous lunch.
Great staff.
Operator response
Thank you for your review and for joining us on board - so great to hear you enjoyed yourself and a delicious meal too!
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