River Cruise

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Lady Douglas is iconic to Port Douglas and has been cruising the Inlet for over 30 years. We have amazing success at spotting crocodiles in their natural habitat.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What‘s Included

1 beverage from the bar is complimentary

Activity colouring sheets are complimentary for children

Snacks are complimentary

Commentary given by the skipper

What To Expect

Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina

Lady Douglas will cruise up the calm waterway of the Dickson Inlet, spotting shipwrecks, birds, crocodiles, crabs, mudskippers and other animals along the way. Then the cruise will go along the waterfront of the Marina and out to the front of Port Douglas, pointing out the historical buildings of Port Douglas and the surrounding coastline along the way. The whole cruise is on calm water.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Start Times

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: 1.5 hr river cruise up Dickson Inlet, Croc Spotting in the wild, award winning commentary delivered by the captain.
1 Drink and snack box included: Drink from the bar includes - wine, beer, soft drink or juice. Snack box - cheese, crackers, fruit, dip, carrots, lamington.
Paddle Boat: Lady Douglas is an iconic, historical Paddle Boat.

Reviews

4.77

1,970 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1640

251

Fantistic
peterp71,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic from the friendly welcome to the end of the cruise. Captain and Ava were great, and along with seeing a big crocodile, we had a great lesson in not only local history but the wildlife in and around Port Douglas. Would fully recommend this calm water short cruise for everybody. 5/5 Well done to all
Great value trip with good & funny commentary.
Phillip M,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fun trip with good scenery & lots of funny commentary. Would recommend to all. Very good value with a drink & nibble included.
Tour terminated early.
jimyK9609MC,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
Not happy with the length of the cruise. Due to a woman from a cruise ship being seasick the captain said he would drop her off and continue with the cruise. When we pulled into the marina everyone was asked to leave after one hour of the trip. No apology just hurry off. Not good enough.
Quick ride to see Crocs
Dennis L,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a short boat ride and we were able to see a couple saltwater Crocs. The boat was comfortable on smooth water and the crocs were awesome.
Fabulous sunset river cruise
Birt1964,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We did not want to go the reef on this trip but wanted to see the mangroves. The Lady Douglas was perfect and good value. The skipper was very knowledgeable and gives great commentary on nature, the history etc etc. and I have to say great value. Wine & a snack box are included. Highly recommend.
Relaxing and Entertaining
AnneCourtnay,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We did the Sunset tour which was relaxing. We were greeted by Richard who was very entertaining whilst Zane handed out drinks to everyone. The cruise was calm , no crocodiles sighted, but that didn’t deter from the rest of the trip . Richard was very knowledgeable about the area and had a very funny sense of humour .
Boring, uninspiring and no sunset or wildlife
Tauhid H,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
The tour is below average, they have marketed as wildlife viewing but the narrator does not mention any wildlife, plants or geology beyond a two minutes basic intro of mangroves. Majority of the narrative was about real estate and boats and how they stay moored or how much it costs to Moore then etc etc. We didn't see any birds or crocodile or literally anything other than mangroves. We took a sunset tour and we returned well before the sunset so we didn't even see the sunset on the cruise!!! The "nibbles" were very basic and they gave just one 'box' to share between the couples! I will not recommend taking this tour unless you just want to sit on a slow boat and sip on wine/beer.
Great cruise and value for money.
BriJan4748,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wonderful 90 minute cruise. We were given a cold drink once on board and then up and down the inlet. Excellent commentary and good snacks. We saw 2 crocodiles with one sitting on the bank. Great stuff. It was excellent value all round. Highly recommended.
Lovely cruise with Lady...
Ian M,
Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Lovely cruise with Lady Douglas, great service and lovely commentary, captain and Jake were lovely. Highly recommend
Show us the Dickson Inlet
Kevin O,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Relaxed & enjoyable cruise through the mangroves. Nibbles & drink included, good value. Crew were knowledgeable.