Booked online through Headout website. We were hoping to see Perth's night lights and have some commentary about where we were but it was more of a dinner and entertainment cruise. The buffet menu on their website wasn't the buffet dinner served so our daughter, who has specific dietary needs, wouldn't eat. The lovely female manager was very apologetic and went out of her way to put something together that she could eat. It would have been nice for the inside lights to be dimmed during the cruise so that we could see the Perth night lights (it was too hard to see outside with the bright lights inside). In hindsight we should've just gone on a river sightseeing cruise during the day. The lady singing was ok but it was a but loud and hard to talk. Not a terrible night but probably not what we expected.
Swan River Dinner Cruise
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $113 / person
- Location
- Perth, Australia
- Rating
- 4.3 / 5 · 280 reviews
- Group
- Small group, up to 50
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Captain Cook Cruises (WA)
- Meeting point
- Pier 3, Barrack Street Jetty, Perth
Description
Perth’s only Swan River dinner cruise offers the unique opportunity to see the Perth City lights skyline! Whether you're celebrating a special event, organising a group night out, or just looking for a dinner with a difference, this dinner cruise is for you. We invite you to sit back, relax and enjoy the evening atmosphere whilst our crew helps make your experience one to remember. Upon departure the tempting hot buffet awaits, complemented by an assortment of fresh seasonal salads and cold dishes. Full bar facilities on board to purchase drinks throughout the night.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Fri and Sat
- Start times
- 7:00 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 10
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $113
- Child (ages 4–12)
- $64
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Swan River
Enjoy a 2.5 hour scenic cruise on the Swan River, seeing the skyline of Perth and surrounding attractions.
What's included
Included
Reserved seating
Live entertainment or DJ
2.5 hour scenic Swan River cruise
Buffet dinner
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Alcoholic Beverages
Soda/Pop
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.3
280 reviews
How it compares in Perth
- No. 18 by number of reviews among 279 tours in Perth
Excurgo comparison of 279 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age to consume alcohol is 18 years
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking; the buffet includes gluten-free and dairy-free items. No guarantees can be given against cross-contamination such as nuts, flour, gluten etc.
- Contact local operator if anyone travelling in your party has a mobility aid (wheelchair, walking frame or a pram) as each vessel has different accessibility levels. Toilets may be located downstairs on the lower deck of the vessel.
- Limited paid parking is available near the departure point. Please allow ample time for parking. Public transportation or a ride share is recommended
- Vessel and cruise route are subject to change if considered necessary and without notice.
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 Swan River Dinner Cruise take?
Swan River Dinner Cruise lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Swan River Dinner Cruise cost?
Prices start at $113 per person for this Perth 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.
What days does Swan River Dinner Cruise run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Fridays and Saturdays, starting at 7:00 PM.
How much does Swan River Dinner Cruise cost for children?
Children aged 4–12 pay from $64, adults from $113. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Swan River Dinner 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 Pier 3, Barrack Street Jetty, Perth. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 50 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Contact local operator if anyone travelling in your party has a mobility aid (wheelchair, walking frame or a pram) as each vessel has different accessibility levels. Toilets may be located downstairs on the lower deck of the vessel.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Swan River Dinner Cruise worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 280 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Captain Cook Cruises (WA).
Reviews(280)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
M
Swan River Dinner Cruise (Captain Cook Cruises)
T
Swan River Dinner Cruise
The boat left on time, we did not have to line up for long to boarding. The food was great. Had a great time. I would recommend this to a friend.
Operator response
That's great to hear, thanks so much Tania. We hope to welcome you, or your friends, back with us another time on our popular Swan River Dinner Cruise.
M
A “must do” experience in Perth
Every aspect of this cruise was perfect! The staff were friendly and efficient, the meal was delicious , Kalea (the entertainer) was amazing and the river scenery was lovely. We’ve done these sorts of cruises in different cities around the world before, but the Captain Cook dinner cruise surpassed the others. Highly recommend.
Operator response
What fantastic feedback Mark, thank you so very much. It's always so good to hear from happy customers and we will be sure to pass your words onto our Crew, especially to Kelly, our talented entertainer, thank you again!
K
food was great and plenty...
food was great and plenty of it, the live entertainment was also very good, with a great mix of songs 🎵
Operator response
Excellent to hear, thanks so much for your great feedback. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed our popular Swan River Dinner Cruise so much!
D
Great river cruise
Great experience, Swan River is quite amazing and very pictures. Food buffe was very good, music a bit loud.
Operator response
Thanks for your feedback; sounds like you enjoyed our popular Swan River lunch cruise!
G
Birthday celebration
Great crew and plenty of food choices. Entertainment was a bit loud to be able to hold a conversation with participants.
Operator response
We hope that you enjoyed your time on the cruise with us, thank you for your feedback Gail, we appreciate it.
P
Good dinner
The dinner was great but we thought we could have had a better customer service on the ground as well as activities.
Operator response
Thanks for your feedback Paul and great to hear that you enjoyed the Swan River Dinner Cruise menu. We would love to hear more details on what you mean by better customer service on the ground. If you have time, please email reservations@captaincookcruises.com.au. Thank you.
T
Mm average
Food is very below average. However, The concept is lovely!! For the money you spend it’s not worth it in my opinion.
Operator response
Oh dear, we are sorry to hear that you did not enjoy the food on our dinner cruise; this is very unusual feedback. We do hope that you enjoyed the music, the views, and the service however.
M
Great night out
Had an absolute blast on the dinner cruise. Great food and drinks. The music was fantastic and the crowd on the evening were awesome!
Operator response
So good to hear - thank you so much - we will let out Crew know!
L
Amazing experience we did a boll
That's was amazing experience and we can recommend ro a family and friends it was so fun the dance the food
Operator response
How wonderful to hear, so great that you had such a good night!
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