G
Disappointed!
Not worth the money. Nice lunch but ran out of cheesecake and percolated coffee halfway through lunch service. Ordered coffee with waitress but did NOT ARRIVE! Commentary inaudible for most of trip. Not value for money
Swan River Lunch Cruise
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 45min
- Price from
- $92 / person
- Location
- Perth, Australia
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 282 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- 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
- Departure Point for Perth Departure at 11:15am: Pier 3 Barrack Street Jetty, Perth WA 6000
Description
There is no better way to combine a delicious lunch and a wonderful cruise on the magnificent Swan River than on our Swan River Lunch Cruise. Available from Perth, this unique cruise includes a buffet of Western Australia’s abundant seasonal fresh produce as well as full bar facilities on board. Upon boarding the vessel you are shown to your reserved table. Enjoy Captain's commentary during the cruise downstream to the port city of Fremantle. Upon the return journey, you are invited to enjoy the hot buffet complemented by seasonal salads, all followed by a scrumptious dessert buffet. With a fully stocked bar on board why not enhance your light lunch with an ice cold beer, chilled chardonnay or smooth shiraz.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 11:15 AM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $92
- Child (ages 4–12)
- $60
- 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 Captain's commentary during the cruise downstream to the port city of Fremantle. View the iconic sights of Perth such as Cruise past key sights including Perth’s impressive Bell Tower, the restored Swan Brewery, Kings Park, Royal Perth Yacht Club, the magnificent mansions overlooking the river, Crawley edge Blue Boatshed and Fremantle’s busy inner harbour. Upon the return journey, you are invited to enjoy the hot buffet complemented by seasonal salads, all followed by a scrumptious dessert buffet. With a fully stocked bar on board why not enhance your light lunch with an ice cold beer, chilled chardonnay or smooth shiraz.
What's included
Included
Live commentary
Reserved Table for Buffet lunch
2-hour 45-min Swan River Cruise
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
282 reviews
How it compares in Perth
- No. 17 by number of reviews among 279 tours in Perth
- Starting price $92 is 65% above the typical $56 for tours of similar length 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
- Service animals allowed
- 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
- Contact the activity provider if anyone in your group 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.
- Please enquire at the time of booking with any questions that you may have in regards to allergies or special dietary requirements. No guarantees can be given against cross-contamination such as nuts, flour, gluten etc.
- Vessel and cruise route are subject to change if considered necessary and without notice.
- Limited paid parking is available near the departure point. Please allow ample time for parking. Public transportation or a ride share is recommended
- Not recommended for travelers with serious mobility issues
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 Lunch Cruise take?
Swan River Lunch Cruise lasts about 2h 45min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Swan River Lunch Cruise cost?
Prices start at $92 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 Lunch Cruise run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 11:15 AM.
How much does Swan River Lunch Cruise cost for children?
Children aged 4–12 pay from $60, adults from $92. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Swan 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 Departure Point for Perth Departure at 11:15am: Pier 3 Barrack Street Jetty, Perth WA 6000. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Swan River Lunch Cruise offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
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 the activity provider if anyone in your group 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. Not recommended for travelers with serious mobility issues
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(282)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
W
We had a great day
Very good day on Swan River,a great way to see Perth by water.the food served was very good ,the boat was very clean and easy to board and disembark.
E
Enjoying nice buffet...
Enjoying nice buffet while having a nice scenery。 Friendly staff with professional service。 Budget priced and worthy。
C
Absolutely wonderful experience
Great day and be amazed with the outlook of the river and the mainland. Picture perfect for photos of your cruise.
Operator response
Lovely to hear, thanks so much Carol, glad that you had such a great experience with us on the Swan River.
J
Relaxing lunch cruise
Took my partner on this for his birthday. The crew were very welcoming and friendly. The cruise was very relaxing and the commentary pointed out interesting sights along the way to Fremantle. Lunch was available as we reached Fremantle and was very nice, as was the dessert. The day was very relaxed and enjoyable and would happily recommend this cruise.
Operator response
That is so lovely to hear, thank you for your feedback. What a great choice for a birthday celebration too!
M
Great cruise
We were in Perth for a couple of weeks, so booked the lunch cruise on Swan River. The commentary was informative, but not excessive. The staff were friendly. The lunch was very tasty and there was plenty for everyone. It was a buffet, and passengers were told when they could get up so there was no mad rush and large queues. There was a full bar onboard, so you could order drinks. Parking is scarce, so I suggest you leave early to get a park. There is a parking app that you can use to see what car spaces are available in nearby car parks.
Operator response
What wonderful feedback, thank you so much. We love to hear from our happy customers, we are so pleased your lunch cruise experience with us!
R
The experience was...
The experience was awesome. Loads of knowledge about the history of different land marks. Quite interesting.
Operator response
Excellent to hear, great that you enjoyed your cruise experience with us so much! Thank you!
D
Fun adventure
Cruse was very informative and food was excellent, seen dolphins , staff friendly , nice day out, great day
Operator response
Excellent to hear, thanks David for your great feedback from our popular Swan River Lunch Cruise, and to see dolphins too!
2
What a fun day!
Absolutely awesome, a beautiful day and a beautiful cruise!
Operator response
Wonderful to hear, thank you so much, so happy you enjoyed our popular Swan River Lunch Cruise so much!
H
Lunchtime Swan River Cruising delight
Lovely cruise and lunch. Food and service excellent . Commentary system was muffled and difficult to hear.
Operator response
Thanks for your feedback. Great to hear that you enjoyed the lunch and cruise. Sorry to hear about the commentary. We do offer an option to scan a QR code and read commentary as well, or listen to this on your phone.
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