One way or Return Sightseeing Cruise between Perth and Fremantle
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 15 minutes
Mobile ticket
Take in the wonderful sights that can only be viewed from the river cruising between Perth and the Port of Fremantle. Enjoy a drink from the fully licensed bar and relax in the air-conditioned comfort - or take a stroll out on the spacious open deck.
Additional Info
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 for alcohol consumption 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.
Limited paid parking is available near the departure point. Please allow ample time for parking. Public transportation or a ride share is recommended
Vessel and cruise route are subject to change if considered necessary and without notice.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Swan River
Enjoy wonderful views as you cruise the calm waters from Perth to Fremantle.
What‘s Included
Live commentary
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
One-way or return sightseeing cruise
Hotel pickup and drop off
Options
Fremantle Explorer
Departs Perth to Fremantle at 11:15am. Time spend in Fremantle: 3 hours 15 minutes. Departs Fremantle to Perth at 3:45pm. Starting point: Barrack Street Jetty, Perth WA 6000, Australia
3:45pm Fremantle to Perth
Departing Fremantle at 3:45pm. Arriving Perth at 5pm Starting point: O'Connor Landing, 1 Peter Hughes Dr, Fremantle WA 6160, Australia
11:15am Perth to Fremantle
Departing Perth at 11:15am. Arriving into Fremantle at 12:30pm Starting point: Barrack Street Jetty, Perth WA 6000, Australia
2:15pm Perth to Fremantle
Departing Perth 2:15pm. Arriving Fremantle at 3:30pm Starting point: Barrack Street Jetty, Perth WA 6000, Australia
12:45pm Fremantle to Perth
Departing Fremantle 12:45pm. Arriving into Perth 2pm Starting point: O'Connor Landing, 1 Peter Hughes Dr, Fremantle WA 6160, Australia
Reviews
268 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A relaxing cruise between two neighbouring cities
clairebA1644KZ,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed the relaxing cruise along the Swan River, looking at the houses along the river and the numbers of boats moored along the way from Perth to Fremantle. The port of Fremantle was interesting as we came to the end of our cruise. We would recommend the cruise for its enjoyment and for what we learned about the river and the two cities.
Lovely river cruise
Jennifer B,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice smooth trip up the river from Freemantle to Perth Beautiful on a sunny day Informative commentary
Fine all good ok
Garry W,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Read the paper work it sent us too the wrong jetty the cruise it’s self was very the back ground music and commentary was really good
They just don’t care about customers
H3228SNrichardb,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Absolutely no customer service. Friends over from the UK turned up in person to the Perth terminal a day before they wanted to cruise to check the sailing times of the next day. They were surely given the cruise time for today (1 April 2026) and turned up as instructed at 10:30 to purchase tickets; only to be told no cruises today. No apology, no information as to why. I rang to try and speak to a manager to find out what’s gone on; but no surprise they are all too busy to speak to me. I’ll never use or recommend Captain Cook cruises again. Terrible service and just wasted our friends precious time whilst in Perth.
Stay on the boat.
Teri V,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The boat ride is nice but Fremantle and Perth have so many smoker's and vapors that it is not enjoyable to visit these places. My opinion based on facts: a lot of pre meditated murderers, nicotine addicts with the freedom to kill others. No respect, no self love, just selfish mofos......
Lovely scenic trip to...
Clare G,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lovely scenic trip to Freemantle, enjoyed a nice glass of wine on the trip. Very attentive staff and informative narration along the way.
Great day out with friends
Sharon K,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Seamless experience with booking the tickets and collecting them from the box office, The cruise was lovely.
Proud Swan River experience
Debbie J,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Easy to book, easy access to get to the boarding area, friendly staff at the ticket counter, when boarding & staff on board. Magnificent vessel, very clean, comfortable with great facilities.
Full of elderly people...
Chris G,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Full of elderly people not interested in listening to the commentary. The commentator was full of advertising the benefits of WA rather than the facts
Relaxed and single trip available
RILJUL,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Enjoyable trip and able to join for single trip from Fremantle. Recommend late return not so busy.
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Operated by Captain Cook Cruises (WA)