Cairns Catamaran Harbour and Dinner Cruise
Overview
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3 hours
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Immerse yourself in the exclusive and unparalleled experience of Cairns’ sole dinner cruise, where you'll be greeted with a welcoming glass of sparkling wine, beer, or a refreshing soft drink upon arrival. Enjoy a leisurely 2.5-hour evening cruise on tranquil waters, taking in the breath-taking scenery as day turns to dusk. Indulge in a delectable buffet dinner served onboard, featuring a variety of mouth-watering dishes to satisfy every palate. Relax in comfort aboard our luxurious air-conditioned vessel, complete with spacious outdoor decks that offer expansive views of the surrounding tropical beauty.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We recommend tropical cocktail attire, with suitable shoes for boating
Please advise dietary requirements at a minimum of 24 hours before departure
Please note there are no high chairs or changing facilities on board
Strollers must be collapsible due to the presence of steps during boarding and when accessing restroom facilities
Infants (aged 0-3) are permitted on board free of charge, if you wish your infant to have a meal you will need to book a child fare
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Experience the perfect ending to a day in paradise with a Spirit of Cairns dinner cruise. Step aboard our sailing catamaran and embark on a serene journey along Trinity Inlet, where you'll witness the tropical port city of Cairns and its surroundings transition into a mesmerizing night scene. Upon arrival, enjoy a refreshing pre-dinner drink as you explore both the interior and exterior decks, soaking in the panoramic views under a canopy of twinkling stars. Glide through Trinity Inlet and along Cairns' waterfront precinct, from the Cruise Liner Terminal to the Esplanade. Indulge in a delightful buffet dinner featuring a variety of hot and cold dishes, fresh seafood, and local specialties within our air-conditioned dining room. Our fully licensed catamaran offers a selection of beverages to complement your meal, ensuring a luxurious and enjoyable evening on board the Spirit of Cairns.
What‘s Included
Spacious air-conditioned vessel
Delicious hot and cold buffet featuring fresh seafood and local produce
A 2.5 hour calm water evening cruise
Complimentary glass of sparkling wine, beer or soft drink on arrival
Alcoholic beverages (available to purchase from a fully licensed bar)
Due to significant volatility in supply and operational costs, we reserve the right to collect a fuel surcharge prior to travel. This will be collected via emailed payment link.
Options
Buffet Dinner Cruise
Buffet dinner cruise
Reviews
554 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A nice night out
Jeffrey E,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Good food. Polite and attentive crew. Drinks expensive but good. The part we liked the least was the live entertainment. I’m sure he is a talented guitarist but he played twin songs we were familiar with. And they were all in the same style. I would expect him to hear the music to his audience and do songs that people can dance and sing to. Overall we would recommend it.
Food was ok. The “cruise”...
Sharon T,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00Food was ok. The “cruise” went back and forth along the harbor, over and over and over. The cruise started right before sunset, so for the last hour and a half, you couldn’t see anything. Staff was so busy clearing the tables as soon as we finished eating, I felt they were trying to get rid of us, but we couldn’t leave, as the boat was still going back and forth, back and forth. Don’t waste your money.
Friendly service, Kept us...
Anonymous,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Friendly service, Kept us informed. Good food. Easy to get around. Helpful crew. Air conditioning. Good experience
Exceptional entertainment with great food and drinks on Spirit of Cairns Sunset Cruise
X786JDbriany,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic cruise experience with the crew of Spirit of Cairns on 17/03/26. Food and drinks were very good and boat amenities were excellent. Musical entertainment was provided by The Sax Man Troy Stevens who was exceptional as always and rounded off a great night. Thanks everyone.
Good times
Shane C,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00It was an enjoyable night , the only thing was , I was getting less wine in my glass every glass I had
Anniversary
Tania L,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00We had a fantastic time. Crew was incredible friendly and approachable Seeing the night lights from the boat was wonderful
Amazing dinner cruise
Diana T,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The dinner cruise was very well organised. We were warmly welcomed abroad with drinks before being escorted to our table. The entire crew were very professional , friendly & conducted themselves as if you were at a 5 star hotel. Each table was beautifully set with a touch of candlelight. The buffet contained a great selection of dishes to suit everyones needs. All the food & desserts were very well prepared, fresh & delicious. We even had an opportunity to buy ponchos at the end d of the cruise due to the heavy rain.
Average
Angela B,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Food and staff were lovely. No atmosphere, and music was ordinary. We just kept doing laps beside the wharf, and the lights were very bright, so couldn’t really see the forest and scenery.
Mother Nature had other plans
Teresa T,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Unfortunately it rained hard so we only could be inside and we only circled the harbor. The staff was fantastic and the food and beverages were great too. A fun night out - minus missing the views and time outside at night.
Good time
andyremovals,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sadly it rained on the night but it did not stop us from having a great time. Nice food, good cruise and terrific entertainment. All the staff were very friendly.
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