Morning Cruise on the Murchison River in Kalbarri (April to Nov)

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Join us onboard Kalbarri’s only River Cruise on the Murchison, with entertaining & informative commentary.

Ideal for everyone wanting a quiet and relaxing nature-based tour.

See beautiful open spaces and river scenery, learn about the fishing industry, history and flora and fauna of the area.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Tea, coffee and Milo is complimentary with a yummy biscuit

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.

What To Expect

Murchison River

Cruise 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.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

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Morning Cruise on the Murchison River in Kalbarri (April to Nov)

Reviews

4.96

90 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Personality plus with professional guiding
B8269FCgaild,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wow! I had no idea this would be so rich in information. Grant knows his history, landscape, geology and paleontology as well as the impacts of recent years on Kalbarri locals (2021 cyclone, fishing limits capped, exports to China of crayfish temporarily halted and Covid). I learned so much and his delivery was truly engaging. I have already recommended the tour to my friends. Don't miss this great opportunity to truly understand the place you're visiting.
Fantastic cruise
Steve S,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
If you are visiting kilbarri, I can't recommend this boat trip enough. It was great fun, interesting but never dull. Complementary tea/coffee and biscuits are a lovely touch. We saw wildlife, fish and birds of prey. Got a chance to walk the shoreline a few km up the river as well. Thanks guys for a wonderful and well organised morning's cruise 👍
Great morning out
Gemma A,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It is a lovely way to spend the morning and see the mighty Murchison River. Grant and Tracy make you feel very welcome. They are happy to answer any questions.
Wonderful river cruise
Joanna D,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a lovely way to spend a morning with Tracy and Grant on the river. Friendly and knowledgeable. Just the right amount of commentary too. Stopped at Castle Rock for a walk, not quite to the top though. My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed the cruise and would recommend this to others. Thank you.
Kalbarri River Cruise
adamtF3341EY,
Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Grant and Tracy were fantastic hosts. Very knowledgable and lots of fun. We took a Group out with them, and everyone enjoyed the commentary and the cruise. Highly recommend this activity in Kalbarri..
Must do on Kalbarri stay
Phil T,
Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fun couple hours checking out the Murchison river Scenery and wild life Great commentary on river and bird life to Kalbarri Fishing and farming history and good laugh from the stories
Educational and Fun
Michele L,
Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
An excellent cruise. Great scenery and very educational. Grant explained so much about the local fishing and crayfish industry, local animals and history of the area. As a West Australian I was surprised how much I learnt. I loved his sense of humour and how he all made us feel very comfortable as a group.
Do yourself a favour
Denya O,
Jul 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Absolutely fantastic, best $70 we have spent on a tour! informative funny commentary from Grant, he obviously loves what he does, his offsider (so sorry i dont remember your name) was lovely, shes very helpful and caring, we took our mother in law who had a walker, no problem! can be cold, bring a warm coat, beanie and scarf.
The Best of the Murchison River
Mieke G,
Jul 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The morning cruise on the Murchison was interesting and interactive narrative. It’s a great way to learn about the station, the hosts and wildlife!
Relaxing & Informative Cruise
185valg,
Jul 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Enjoyable & relaxing cruise, although we had a very cold morning and had to rug up! Grant & Tracy were lovely hosts! Grant gave us informative commentaries and Tracy served us all hot drinks and biscuits! We learnt a lot about Kalbarri and the general area from this cruise!