Morning Cruise on the Murchison River in Kalbarri (April to Nov)
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Morning Cruise on the Murchison River in Kalbarri (April to Nov)
By Kalbarri Wilderness Cruises
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Ages 0-100, max of 36 per group
Duration: 2h 30m
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Live guide: English
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- Tea, coffee and Milo is complimentary with a yummy biscuit
What's not included- Licensed bar opens at 11am, with a small selection of Beer, Wine, Champagne, Premix cans and Cider. Please feel welcome to bring along your own snacks.
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- Marine Rescue Kalbarri, 1 Memorial Rd, Kalbarri WA 6536, AustraliaPlease assemble on the grass in front of the 'Marine Rescue' building, (keep clear of boat ramp). Our vessel arrives on the beach with a wind down ramp to load passengers in front of the grass. Arrive 15mins prior to scheduled departure time. Car parking and toilets are available at this location
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants must sit on laps
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 324442P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 36 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 324442P1
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- 1 Memorial Rd, Kalbarri WA 6536, AustraliaPlease assemble on the grass in front of the 'Marine Rescue' building, (keep clear of boat ramp). Our vessel arrives on the beach with a wind down ramp to load passengers in front of the grass. Arrive 15mins prior to scheduled departure time. Car parking and toilets are available at this location
- 1Cruise along the Murchison on Kalbarri’s only river cruise with entertaining & informative commentary. Ideal for everyone wanting a quiet and relaxing nature-based tour. The lower reaches are home to a number of species of birdlife including Ospreys, Kites, Pelicans, Egrets, Australian Shell Ducks, Black Swans and our local White Breasted Sea Eagles. As well as Emus, Kangaroos and Goats are often seen on the riverbanks. The river at times can be 40mm deep with mullet jumping and small fish. The cruise comes to an end at the Murchison River Mouth, one of WA’s most treacherous. It’s impressive to watch the water move and boats navigate the channel. **Please note:** Minimum numbers are required for our cruises to depart, we will reach out to you if minimum numbers are not met for rescheduling or cancellation. We are pram and wheel chair friendly, please advise at time of booking.
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- elizabethcE9031NM0 contributionsKalbarri river cruiseIt was a thoroughly enjoyable cruise. Grant and Tracy were great hosts and informative. We saw a lot of wildlife which I wasn’t expecting and the sunset was awesome. If you’re looking for a relaxing late afternoon activity and learning about the Murchison river and Kalbarri and its industries all whist enjoying a drink and some snacks then this cruise is for youWritten 30 November 2024
- F2930GBcindyv0 contributionsWonderful!We loved the trip up the river, the stories, the animals, the views, and the sunset, all with a drink and a snack. Just wonderful!Written 29 November 2024
- Adventure1705310 contributionsKalbarri Sunset CruiseI must admit that I always go on these river cruises with an open mind, BUT, I must admit that this sunset cruise was really terrific. With the commentary and knowledge (sometimes comical) from Grant and ably assisted withTracy. Tea/Coffee/Milo complimentary. Bar on board. A really great Sunset cruise - you will not regret it.Written 14 November 2024
- michellelarrygreen0 contributionsBrilliant Sunset CruiseSimple brilliant experience, we had warm weather and the view were amazing. Brett and Tracy are excellent hosts. Don’t miss this when you visit KalbarriWritten 13 November 2024
- L2816CDmeredithb0 contributionsAll around great your!We highly recommend this tour, with amazing views and very entertaining and informative operators. It was a great way to spend the afternoon!Written 13 November 2024
- SJSTS0 contributionsRiver cruising at its bestLovely peaceful trip up river with a very friendly knowledgable guide/boatman. Got up close and personal with the wildlife especially the pelicans. Great way to spend a few hours enjoying this part of the worldWritten 24 August 2024
- roonwhit0 contributionsGlorious sunset cruiseGrant took us on an interesting and informative trip along the Murchison Gorge. We learned about the history of the area and saw some of the local wildlife including kangaroos drinking from fresh water soaks on the beach, whistling kites and water birds. He also took us out to river mouth so that we could see the glorious sunset.Written 3 May 2024
- A1A1beach0 contributionsGreat Sunset river cruise in a fantastic location with Grant and TracyGreat sunset cruise on the Muchison river from start to finish an interesting and fun commentary by Grant. This cruise was amazing with great local knowledge told in both informative and funny to an appreciative boat. Weather was great and a few local animals came close to the river edge. Had a refreshing swim in the salt river and it was special. Tracy was a champion in serving tea and coffee and beer. I’d support your decision to embrace the beautiful river and go on the sunset tour.Written 24 April 2024
- Z2844XVjohnf0 contributionsHail and Sun on the MurchisonI organised a trip for 19 people and a small dog and everyone enjoyed it. It started with a dramatic rain and hail storm and ended with a wonderful sunset at the mouth of the Murchison River.Written 19 April 2024
- gilliantC6453DS0 contributionsSunset cruiseGrant was very knowledgeable and made the trip fun. Tracey was excellent. Great service. Saw a beautiful sunset.Had a great timeWritten 16 April 2024
- 205tessag0 contributionsSunset perfectionAmazing experience!! Grant and Tracy were fabulous hosts, full of knowledge and experience. The perfect way to see Kalbarri from a way we never would have.Written 4 April 2024
- bigtreez430 contributionsSunset specialLast minute decision to go on the sunset cruise and very glad we did. Beautiful evening, calm cruising and informative commentary. Nice cup of tea and some bikkys and then back in time to catch the sunset at the channel mouth. Would recommendWritten 28 March 2024
- DNLAD0 contributionsExceptional!This is not the kind of thing we normally do but we absolutely loved this cruise! Tracy and Grant were exceptional hosts and guides, their local knowledge is impressive and they made everyone feel welcomed and relaxed. Loved how they were just as impressed by the sunset as we were. The cruise is great value and offers a choice of cold drinks for purchase or free hot drinks. Cruising down this beautiful river with a beer being entertained, felt like a perfect night to us. Can’t recommend this tour and these guys enough! Debbie and Nathan 😊Written 20 March 2024
- O9838EWsusang0 contributionsWow a great experience loved itWe had the best time on this cruise. The skipper , Grant , was so funny and had a lot of knowledge about the town, river, wildlife and the history. Tracey is a beautiful lovely lady who served us and nothing was too much trouble. By far the best thing we did on our short holiday to Kalbarri. Will definitely be telling our Family and Friends to do this if they come here. Thank you Grant and Tracey from Daniel and SusanWritten 3 March 2024
- Q1183VNdawnb0 contributionsEverything the cruise promised ... and more!A most relaxing evening in perfect weather with lovely passengers from various parts of the world. Thoroughly enjoyed Grant's knowledge of the area and Tracy's quiet hospitality. Saw lots of birdlife including the elusive and majestic white breasted sea eagle, egrets, and small kangaroos as well as other birds. A special stop at Castle Rock which the young and nimble were brave enough to climb while the less nimble walked along the beach. We were treated to a spectacular sunset on the way back to the jetty. And to top it off ... as I walked back to the car ... a pod of dolphins passed by in the bay. Such a perfect evening! Thank you Grant and Tracy. I'll be back to experience this lovely evening again.Written 3 March 2024
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John M
Perth, Western Australia93 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
A very enjoyable and reasonably priced tour. Grant and Tracy were excellent hosts and Grant's very informative commentary was interspersed with a lot of humour and was most entertaining. We were taken to the furthest point in the river which could be reached by the boat. We learned a lot about a wide range of issues which affect the Kalbarri economy and community. We would highly recommend this tour for visitors to Kalbarri.
Written 1 September 2023
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Dear JohnWMurray,
Thank you for your recommendation and for taking the time to write this review.
We both really enjoyed reading it - always great to hear clients interpretations of the cruise and helps us to keep going 🙏🙏
Thanks again of joining us and we hope to see you again sometime.
All the best
Grant and Tracy ⛴️
Written 2 September 2023
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Geoff F
19 contributions
Highly entertaining and informative cruise up the Murcheson River. Lots to see, especially the bird life. Grant was a true entertainer but very knowledgeable on the history and facts about the river. An enjoyable trip
Written 6 August 2024
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Dear Geoff,
Thanks so much for taking the time to review our tour, so pleased to hear and great time.
Safe travels, we hope to see you again sometime
Thank you
Grant and Tracy ⛴️
Written 15 August 2024
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JuneofBrisVegas
Samford, Australia58 contributions
July 2023 • Couples
Very relaxing cruise. The guide Grant was entertaining very funny and filled us in on all things relating to the river the lobster industry the adjacent station. Informative. We did disembark fire about 15 mins but really just to stretch the legs nothing of note on the site. The morning was a little thin on wildlife just a few goats herons.
Written 5 July 2023
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Dear JuneofBrisVegas,
So pleased to hear you had such a relaxing time - Thank you for your review.
Wishing you all the best
Thank you
Grant and Tracy ⛴️
Written 20 July 2023
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Judy M
Greater Adelaide, Australia18 contributions
Sept 2023 • Solo
Grant and co-worker (sorry forgot her name) did an excellent job with interesting commentary and with funny stories. We saw kangaroos, wallabies, goats, a variety of birds, even an eagle. Grant also explains the landscape. Coffee and biscuits were enjoyed. It was a very pleasurable, comfortable, and fun trip.
Written 15 September 2023
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Dear adventurous1953,
Thank you for the lovely review, we are pleased to hear you enjoyed yourself.
Grant is a funny man and makes us all smile, thanks so much for coming along on tour.
Hope to see you again sometime.
Regards Grant and Tracy ⛴️
Written 15 September 2023
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Terri G
9 contributions
Brilliant experience from start to finish met on the beach by our friendly hosts.
Easy access to comfortable seats. Grant our skipper was very informative with great knowledge of the area sharing some good yarns! Tracy was fantastic serving hot complimentary coffee and cold beers. A beautiful picturesque journey up the river followed by watching a stunning sunset. A must do while you are in Kalbarri👍🏽😀
Easy access to comfortable seats. Grant our skipper was very informative with great knowledge of the area sharing some good yarns! Tracy was fantastic serving hot complimentary coffee and cold beers. A beautiful picturesque journey up the river followed by watching a stunning sunset. A must do while you are in Kalbarri👍🏽😀
Written 8 April 2024
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Dear Terri G,
Thank you for such a great review on our tour!
So pleased to hear you had a lovely experience.
Thanks again for your recommendation, we really enjoyed reading your review.
All the Best
Regards
Grant and Tracy
Written 10 April 2024
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Jason E
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Aug 2023 • Couples
I loved the knowledge from Grant and Tracey. Grant was very funny and Tracey and my wife talked about living in Kalbarri and travelling the whole way back from the Beginning of The End. Very nice people, great operators of the boat.
Written 15 August 2023
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Dear A6178ALjasone,
Thank you so much for a lovely review of our tour, I enjoyed chatting with your wife too ( great insight into life ☺️)
Thanks for coming along, we hope to see you again sometime.
All the best
Grant and Trace ⛴️
Written 17 August 2023
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LynQPerth
Perth, Australia210 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
A most enjoyable experience. Grant and Tracey were wonderful hosts. Grant’s commentary was informative yet allowed us quiet times to take in the peace and beauty of the river. Numerous birds and kangaroos to be seen. Easy to get onto the boat, just a walk up a short ramp. Highly recommended.
Written 20 May 2024
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Dear LynQPerth,
Thank you for your review, it was lovely to read and we are pleased to hear you had such a great time.
Hope to see you our way again sometime. ⭐️
Safe travels
Warm Regards Tracy and Grant ⛴️
Written 1 June 2024
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227Kristene
Perth, Australia39 contributions
Had a wonderful morning cruising the Murchison River with Grant .
We’re fortunate to have great weather and really enjoyed a very interesting and humorous commentary from Grant along the way.
We were also lucky to spot 2 albino kangaroos as well as other wildlife and birds.
It was a terrific way to spend a morning exploring the waterways of wonderful Kalbarri
Would highly recommend.
Thank You Grant
We’re fortunate to have great weather and really enjoyed a very interesting and humorous commentary from Grant along the way.
We were also lucky to spot 2 albino kangaroos as well as other wildlife and birds.
It was a terrific way to spend a morning exploring the waterways of wonderful Kalbarri
Would highly recommend.
Thank You Grant
Written 26 August 2024
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Dear 22Kristene,
Thank you for your recommendation and review of our tour.
I know those white kangaroos are just amazing - rarely seen - but amazing 🦘!
Thank so much for joining us and we hope to see you next time.
Thank you
Grant and Tracy ⛴️
Written 27 August 2024
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Roz B
Williams, Australia41 contributions
June 2024 • Couples
Grant our tour operator has a genuine passion for his business. Great commentary in a very relaxing setting. After 3 days of hiking and exploring it was wonderful to relax and soak up the commercial and historical aspects of the region. The birds were amazing (my passion is bird photography) and my main reason for doing the cruise. Tea Coffee biscuits and one for Arnott and restroom facilities are available. Well worth it. Saw lots of wonderful birds the river was very high which was a bonus Loved the trip out to oyster reef before docking back on the shore. Should note that you walk onto the boat there are no steps, great for mobility issues.. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.. Thanks Grant and Tracy.
Written 23 July 2024
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Dear rozb418,
Thank you so very kindly for taking the time to write such an extensive review.
It was lovely to read and made our day!
The conditions have been amazing lately, so green and crisp.
Thanks for coming along and we hope to see you again one day.
Warm regards
Grant and Tracy ⛴️
Written 2 August 2024
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Michelle M
1 contribution
Sept 2023 • Friends
As a travelling group of 6 from Vic/NSW we are keen to learn as much about the areas that we visit as we can, and Grant and Tracy didn’t disappoint! Not only was the commentary informative and interesting, it was very entertaining. It was great be be able to travel along the Murchison River and hear about the history, the flora and fauna of the area and the local community.
Grant and Tracy are a great team, bounced off each other beautifully and engaged the tourists really well. I highly recommend!
Grant and Tracy are a great team, bounced off each other beautifully and engaged the tourists really well. I highly recommend!
Written 2 September 2023
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Dear michellemG9259KK,
Thank you for such a lovely review, we really enjoyed reading this one 😍.
So pleased to hear you had a great time and it was great to chat to you all and learn about your travels.
Wishing you all the best at Steep Point - We are Jealous!!
Might see you on the return (?)
Thanks again
Grant and Tracy ⛴️
Written 2 September 2023
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