Captain Cook Cruises - PS Murray Princess

Captain Cook Cruises offers a unique historic and nature-based adventure, luxury cruising the River Murray on Australia’s largest inland paddle wheeler the PS Murray Princess. Cruise through some of the driest parts of the driest continent, past mallee scrub and ancient red gum forests, through towering gorges and ochre-coloured limestone cliffs. Along the way visit historic ports and lush vineyards as we navigate the Murray’s locks and big river bends while enjoying onboard entertainment, top quality food and service in elegant surroundings.

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Facilities

  • Car park
  • Checkin Desk
  • Waiting Area

Inclusions

  • Air Conditioning
  • Drop off
  • Meal
  • Pickup

Services

Murraylands and Wildlife Cruise including Barossa Seven Nights, Eight Days

Enjoy leisurely cruising 320 kilometres of the heart of the great Murray River, between Blanchetown and Murray Bridge, and the breathtaking riverlands of South Australia. On the grand paddlewheel vessel, PS Murray Princess, you will experience the great variety of sights and sounds of river life, the majesty of its ever-changing landscape, visit historic places and indigenous sites, enjoy a woolshed and station experience, and follow the region's food and wine trail, including a visit to the famed Barossa Valley and its wineries. Operates: Cruise departs Mannum Monday and Friday at 4.30pm. Cruise returns Mannum Monday and Friday at 9am. Coach transfer departs Rockford Hotel Adelaide (164 Hindley Street, Adelaide) Monday and Friday at 2pm and returns Rockford Hotel Adelaide Monday and Friday at 12pm. Book early and save 10 percent on brochure fares, please visit website for details on Early Booking Saver (EBS) fares.

Murraylands and Wildlife Cruise including Barossa Seven Nights, Eight Days - SHORTS 09/10

Enjoy leisurely cruising 320 kilometres of the heart of the great Murray River, between Blanchetown and Murray Bridge, and the breathtaking riverlands of South Australia. On the grand paddlewheel vessel, PS Murray Princess, you will experience the great variety of sights and sounds of river life, the majesty of its ever-changing landscape, visit historic places and indigenous sites, enjoy a woolshed and station experience, and follow the region's food and wine trail, including a visit to the famed Barossa Valley and its wineries. Operates: Cruise departs Mannum Monday and Friday at 4.30pm. Cruise returns Mannum Monday and Friday at 9am. Coach transfer departs Rockford Hotel Adelaide (164 Hindley Street, Adelaide) Monday and Friday at 2pm and returns Rockford Hotel Adelaide Monday and Friday at 12pm.

Outback Heritage Cruise Four Nights, Five Days

This cruise takes you north on the great Murray River from the historic riverport of Mannum to Swan Reach. Experience the magic and majesty of the spectacular scenery, from towering cliffs to expansive lowlands. Along the way you'll see a great variety of Australian wildlife, including kangaroos and many of about 350 bird species that inhabit the riverlands. Highlights include a visit to a vineyard and wine-tasting at the cellar door, visit a typical Australian farm, woolshed and wildlife shelter, enjoy an Aussie barbecue beside the river and an Aboriginal archaeological site. Operates: Cruise departs Mannum Monday at 4.30pm. Cruise returns Mannum Friday at 9am. Coach transfer departs Rockford Hotel Adelaide (164 Hindley Street, Adelaide) Monday at 2pm and returns Rockford Hotel Adelaide Friday at 12pm. Optional post cruise Barossa tour returns Adelaide at 5.30pm. Book early and save 10 percent on brochure fares, please visit website for details on Early Booking Saver (EBS) fares.

Outback Heritage Cruise Four Nights, Five Days - SHORTS 09/10

This cruise takes you north on the great Murray River from the historic riverport of Mannum to Swan Reach. Experience the magic and majesty of the spectacular scenery, from towering cliffs to expansive lowlands. Along the way you'll see a great variety of Australian wildlife, including kangaroos and many of about 350 bird species that inhabit the riverlands. Highlights include a visit to a vineyard and wine-tasting at the cellar door, visit a typical Australian farm, woolshed and wildlife shelter, enjoy an Aussie barbecue beside the river and an Aboriginal archaeological site. Operates: Cruise departs Mannum Monday at 4.30pm. Cruise returns Mannum Friday at 9am. Coach transfer departs Rockford Hotel Adelaide (164 Hindley Street, Adelaide) Monday at 2pm and returns Rockford Hotel Adelaide Friday at 12pm. Optional post cruise Barossa tour returns Adelaide at 5.30pm. Book early and save 10 percent on brochure fares, please visit website for details on Early Booking Saver (EBS) fares.

Wetlands Discovery Cruise Three Nights, Four Days

A short introduction to the beautiful and historic Murray River between Walkers Flat and Murray Bridge aboard the paddlewheeler PS Murray Princess, you will cruise through spectacular riverlands and enjoy the great variety of flora and fauna. You will take a nature walk, a backwater wildlife tour by small vessel, visit a local Aboriginal community, as well as learn about the food and wine of this famous region. Operates: Cruise departs Mannum Friday at 4.30pm. Cruise returns Mannum Monday at 9am. Coach transfer departs Rockford Hotel Adelaide (164 Hindley Street, Adelaide) Friday at 2pm and returns Rockford Hotel Adelaide Monday at 12pm. Optional post cruise Barossa tour returns Adelaide at 5.30pm. Book early and save 10 percent on brochure fares, please visit website for details on Early Booking Saver (EBS) fares.

Wetlands Discovery Cruise Three Nights, Four Days - SHORTS 09/10

A short introduction to the beautiful and historic Murray River between Walkers Flat and Murray Bridge aboard the paddlewheeler PS Murray Princess, you will cruise through spectacular riverlands and enjoy the great variety of flora and fauna. You will take a nature walk, a backwater wildlife tour by small vessel, visit a local Aboriginal community, as well as learn about the food and wine of this famous region. Operates: Cruise departs Mannum Friday at 4.30pm. Cruise returns Mannum Monday at 9am. Coach transfer departs Rockford Hotel Adelaide (164 Hindley Street, Adelaide) Friday at 2pm and returns Rockford Hotel Adelaide Monday at 12pm. Optional post cruise Barossa tour return Adelaide at 5.30pm.

Wetlands Discovery Cruise Three Nights, Four Days - SHORTS WINTER SALE

A short introduction to the beautiful and historic Murray River between Walkers Flat and Murray Bridge aboard the paddlewheeler PS Murray Princess, you will cruise through spectacular riverlands and enjoy the great variety of flora and fauna. You will take a nature walk, a backwater wildlife tour by small vessel, visit a local Aboriginal community, as well as learn about the food and wine of this famous region. Operates: Cruise departs Mannum Friday at 4.30pm. Cruise returns Mannum Monday at 9am. Coach transfer departs Rockford Hotel Adelaide (164 Hindley Street, Adelaide) Friday at 2pm and returns Rockford Hotel Adelaide Monday at 12pm. Optional post cruise Barossa tour return Adelaide at 5.30pm.

Experiences

Activities

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
  • Cruise
  • Flora/Fauna
  • Food and Wine
  • Island
  • Lakes/Rivers/Dams
  • Wildlife
  • Animal Viewing
  • Barbecue
  • Birdwatching
  • Cruising
  • Wine Tasting

Indicative Prices
Murraylands and Wildlife Cruise including Barossa Seven Nights, Eight Days

$1596.00 - $2594.00
Tour and Accommodation (Twin/Double)

Outback Heritage Cruise Four Nights, Five Days

$1033.00 - $1633.00
Tour and Accommodation (Twin/Double)

Wetlands Discovery Cruise Three Nights, Four Days

$775.00 - $1225.00
Tour and Accommodation (Twin/Double)

Our Location

96 Randell Street
Mannum
South Australia 5238

Postal Address

PO Box 79
Kensington Park
Adelaide
South Australia 5068