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4 hours
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Cruise the sheltered waters of Oyster Harbour and the ancient Kalgan River whilst listening to a live and humerous commentary about the history, wildlife and why Albany is the home of ANZAC. With more the eighteen years of us cruising the wildlife has accepted us as part of the eco system. You will get up close and personal at the same time as learning about what you are seeing. The vessel also has a glass bottom.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Kalgan River
See wildlife which includes on a regular basis Hawks, Eagles, Pelicans and Kangaroos. Learn the history, both European and Dreamtime whilst cruising on the worlds oldest continually flowing river.
Morning tea or coffee with hot savoury damper
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
526 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
448trudyh,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We are local to Albany now and we waited for friends to visit so we could do it together and it was excellent. Jack was amazing, relaxed, informative and entertaining. He offers a very special tour. Loved meeting Perch the pelican and his family too. Go ahead book it, you will love it.

M5760PTcatherineh,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Brilliant Host Fantastic Cruise and well worth the money
charlottemY6818DK,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We booked to go on the Kalgan Queen for our Wedding Anniversary. On the day of our trip, we received a phone call to say the weather was not good and would have to cancel. We were disappointed but understood and really wouldn't have enjoyed the rain and the cold weather. We didn't rebook for about five days. In the meantime they tried to contact us to rebook or refund our money. Due to family commitments in Perth we didn't respond and they refunded our money when they didn't hear from us. I then rebooked after 5 days and was able to get seats on the Friday. We had a wonderful trip up the Kalgan River, enjoyed Capain Jack's humor and knowledge of the history of Albany. He made the whole trip fun and exciting. We were invited to eat oysters from the local oyster farm and strawberries from the local strawberry farm as well as having a cuppa with their homemade damper, which was wonderful. The whole trip was an adventure with Perch the Pelican and his friends, the local osprey displaying the way they catch their fish. This is a memory we will treasure and tell all our friends and family, when in Albany, the Kalgan Queen tour is a must. Thank you so much. This was our second trip, as good as our first.
Greg F,May 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
Was enjoyable to learn about Albany, Emu Point, Oyster Harbour and the Kalgan River areas. Some very fascinating facts even my partner was not aware of and she is a local. The damper was amazing, yum.
paulinemI4863UN,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Absolutely awesome cruise, Johnathon was a great knowledgable guide with a sense of humor to match. Highly recommend the cruise if in you are in Albany



Waynerogers2,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
A peaceful time on the river learning about the Albany area and wildlife. Our captain Jack was incredibly knowledgeable and interesting and a few funny stories along the way. Eagles dropped in for a fish as did osprey and just a few pelicans, a pod of dolphins to add to the enjoyment.
ruthmH8661LF,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
My husband and I give our Grandson experiences instead of presents for his birthday and so we booked a Kalgan River Cruise for his 14th birthday. The cruise was excellent not only the viewing of birds etc but the commentary was full of history and was given in a very entertaining way. Our host was extremely friendly and full of local knowledge. We were in a group of 23 people and thoroughly enjoyed it. The cuppa and damper was also enjoyable and I would highly recommend the trip to all ages.
SuziMOwen,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
What an amazing morning! Starting with meeting Perch the Pelican through learning about local history and geography and sea birds, our group from Auckland found it fascinating. Plus trying local oysters and strawberries and enjoying a tea/coffee with Captain Jack’s mother’s home made damper. We had a free day on our highly organised tour of WA and were lucky enough to see a brochure for the Kalgan Queen. Four hours of fun guaranteed.
B3821FYantoniac,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
A unique and wonderful experience being able to see a lot of local bird wildlife and learning about the history of Albany. Jack was an excellent guide with lots of knowledge of the area from the Aboriginal origins to the European explorers. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience and produce provided. Will be recommending to family and friends when they visit the area.
438murrayw,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Wow. What a fantastic tour. So educational and entertaining. Captain Jack is such a character. We loved the tour. Highly recommend it.
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