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‘s Included
Live commentary
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
One-way or return sightseeing cruise
Hotel pickup and drop off
What To Expect
Swan River
Enjoy wonderful views as you cruise the calm waters from Perth to Fremantle.
Options
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
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
12:45pm Fremantle to Perth
Departing Fremantle 12:45pm. Arriving into Perth 2pm
Starting point:
O'Connor Landing (B Shed Ferry Terminal), 1 Peter Hughes Dr, Fremantle WA 6160, Australia
2:15pm Perth to Fremantle
Departing Perth 2:15pm. Arriving Fremantle at 3:30pm
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 (B Shed Ferry Terminal), 1 Peter Hughes Dr, Fremantle WA 6160, Australia
Reviews
245 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Pleasant way to spend a pair of hours
Nick P,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Boarding a smooth process. Plenty of seats on both decks. Crew courteous and efficient. Overall an enjoyable trip
Well worth doing, as it was interesting and very informative
526iainm,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We did the Perth to Freemantle return trip and was very worthwhile. The cabin is very spacious and comfortable and there are two levels. The windows are large and clean, in fact we saw them cleaniing them all prior to departure. The commentary was good and quite clear. The bottom level is wheelchair accessible. You can buy coffee and snacks on board.
Worth the time to take this cruise from Perth to Fremantle, book afternoon tea ahead, to enjoy whilst cruising
BelC0001,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We thoroughly enjoyed this cruise from Perth to Fremantle, taking a couple of hours in the early afternoon. We booked afternoon tea, one with tea, the other with an alcoholic beverage and enjoyed every morsel in our boxes (consisting of ribbon sandwiches, small burgers and cakes The captain’s commentary was much enjoyed too, as he pointed out interesting architecture and stories on both sides of the river. When we reached Fremantle, we could see Rottnest Island on the horizon. Also discovered just how many people enjoy water sports on the Swan River: small sailing boats, jet skis and hover flite boards, which easily kept pace with our ship and jumping off our wake!
Nature, expensive homes, and yachts
jakewI9480OF,
Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Swan River does not feel like a river - it is more like a bay. Since it is not very deep, the river between Perth and Fremantle (which is on the Indian Ocean) is used by ferries, tourist ships, and recreational boaters. This gives this tour more of a "this seems nice if I could afford it" versus an industrial or historical vibe. The captain's commentary is nice and leaves plenty of time in between for drinks, conversations, and photos.
Gives you a different...
Kerry C,
Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Gives you a different perspective of the Perth skyline seeing things from the river with a great commentary to go with it
Swan River captain cook cruise
Wander14677431966,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00This was a great way to set the surrounding river are other than our train commute into Perth. The Swan River tour was very pleasant.
Relaxing cruise with great views and interesting commentary
241cathyg,
Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you want to unwind for a few hours this cruise is a great option. There are a few choices such as a one way trip or a return trip. The return trip then has options of staying on board and coming straight back or exploring Fremantle for a few hours and then returning back to Perth, we choose to explore a bit Fremantle, had a lovely lunch and then visited the Maritime Museum which is at the end of Victoria Quay and easy walking distance back to the boarding area. Some lovely views/sights on this cruise and interesting commentary made it a very relaxing trip both ways, as we were near the Victoria Quay jetty some dolphins popped up to say hello. The captain turned the boat around so everyone got a chance to see them. Very thoughtful.
Pleasant sailing to Freemantle
Eleni K,
Aug 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00That it is very pleasant, not overwhelming. Sit back and relax. Freemantle is a very lovely town with majestic old buildings. It’s peaceful and easy to explore.
Wonderful experience
Jan C,
Aug 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a great day..the weather was magnificent the cruise was super with great commentary have told lots of my friends this is A MUST DO..have lived in WA all our lives but it's so good to see what is happening around us .
Swan river cruise from perth to fremantle
Christine M,
Jul 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00There are people who have no regard for others and push their way to the front of the queue when boarding the boat.
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Operated by Captain Cook Cruises (WA)