15 Boat Tours in Perth, From Cheapest Up

1.Mandurah: Dolphin and Views Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 920 reviews · 1h 15m · from $31Our pick

Cruise Mandurah’s calm waterways for 60 to 75 minutes with a skipper and English-speaking guide. You’ll look for wild Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins, pelicans, ospreys, swans, and shorebirds, then pass canals, wetlands, the harbour, and cultural landmarks. Amara is one guide praised for clear, engaging commentary. Dolphin sightings are guaranteed, or you can cruise again free.

“That was an amazing experience! The dolphins were so fun and playful. It was my birthday and they made my day awesome!”

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2.The Pirate Cruise in Mandurah on Viator

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 638 reviews · from $24Best value

Set sail from Mandurah Terrace for a 45-minute pirate cruise through the city’s inland canals. You can steer the wheel, ring the bell, use onboard telescopes, dress as a pirate, and watch for bottlenose dolphins. The cruise suits all ages, returns to its starting point, and includes onboard restrooms and free sunscreen.

“Was great fun my whole family had a blast of a time and the experience is one my kids will never forget”

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3.Swan River: Round-Trip Cruise from Perth or Fremantle

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 486 reviews · 2h 30m · from $42

Sail from Perth or Fremantle on a 150-minute return cruise with an English-speaking captain providing commentary on Bell Tower, Kings Park, Swan Brewery, riverfront homes, yacht clubs, and Fremantle Harbour. You get open-water views, comfortable seating, and a full bar, but commentary can be hard to hear outside.

“everything good lovely day for it and good history explained.”

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4.Swan Valley Wine Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 472 reviews · from $149

Set out from Barrack Street Jetty at 10:30 am for a seven-hour Swan River cruise with regional wine, a shared platter lunch, live commentary, and dessert. At Mandoon Estate, taste wine with macarons and browse the grounds and shop. The return trip adds more wine and live entertainment, including performances by crew members such as Audrey.

“I’m ashamed of you as a company for employing someone who barely speaks English, has no knowledge of any of the places we went to which by the way were extremely rushed. Restaurant selected for lunch was a beach cafe and not something you’d expect going to a winery when there are so many beautiful restaurants! One of the people on tour ended up having to drive the bus back as the poor driver was completely sleep deprived!!! Absolutely shocking trip. Thank goodness we all had a sense of humour and felt sorry for the driver who was clearly put in a situation he shouldn’t have by a company like…”

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5.2-Hour Luxury Whale-Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 455 reviews · 2 hours · from $67

Join Whale Watch Western Australia at Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour for a two-hour cruise aboard the Steep Point, a three-level catamaran with five viewing decks, heated seating, blankets, and live commentary. You may see adult humpbacks, mothers with calves, breaching youngsters, and playful pods. Marine experts, including commentator Niamh on some departures, explain the action as it unfolds.

“Wow!! What an amazing experience! The boat was great - and not overcrowded; all of the crew were friendly and professional; Niamh, our expert commentator, was really knowledgeable and helpful; and the whales very much earned their money! 💖💖💖 The Captain kindly allowed us an extra half hour (be mindful of that if you have further plans!) to stay and watch these beautiful creatures... It was just wonderful - and unforgettable!”

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6.Mandurah Dolphin Cruise and Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 376 reviews · from $31

Set out from Mandurah Cruises for a 75-minute cruise through the Peel Inlet, Mandurah Estuary, Creery Wetlands, Mandjar Bay, and Port Mandurah canals. Your skipper and onboard host explain local wildlife, bird habitats, Aboriginal and regional history, and the homes along the water. Dolphin sightings are guaranteed, or you can return free.

“Saw Dolphins with in 5 minutes of leaving the dock . Clean boat and plenty of room to move .i have some awesome photos and videos”

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7.Swan River Lunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 301 reviews · 2h 30m · from $92

Board Captain Cook Cruises at Barrack Street Jetty for a 2.5-hour return journey from Perth to Fremantle. Your reserved table gives you a comfortable base for river views, captain’s commentary, and a seasonal buffet with salads, hot dishes, and dessert. The cruise does not include hotel transfers or alcoholic drinks, and the vessel may change.

“Fabulous ! Its a great way to show a visitor how amazing Perth is from the water. Just recommend arriving early to find parking!”

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8.Full Day Swan Valley Cruise & Wine Tasting With Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 301 reviews · 6h 30m · from $140

Spend 6.5 hours moving from Perth to the Swan Valley by boat and coach. Captain Cook Cruises provides river views, commentary, and three Western Australian wine tastings, followed by a shared lunch, two wineries, cheese, beer, snacks, and Whistler’s Chocolate Company. English-speaking guides such as Lucy and Michael lead the land tour, with venues subject to change.

“Great day out, despite the constant rain. Good value for money and everything exceeded my expectations.”

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9.Swan River Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 270 reviews · from $114

Spend 2.5 hours cruising Perth’s Swan River from Barrack Square, with reserved seating, a hot and cold buffet, and live music or a DJ. You’ll see the city lights from the water, share a table in a social setting, and buy wine, beer, or cocktails onboard. Nate and Nathan have earned special praise for friendly bar service.

“Nice experience. Could have improved by maybe departing earlier so guests can see some of the river views before sunset. Also my instructions were to see the ticketing window for ticket validation 30 mins before departure. The ticketing window was unattended. We were a group of 14, ended up joining the queue for boarding with fingers crossed. Was all okay and the crew were fantastic. Couldnt fault them. Good variety of food - just watch the chilli levels, even the coleslaw was hot hot hot.”

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10.From Perth or Fremantle: Swan River One-Way or Return Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 268 reviews · 75 - 330 minutes · from $31

Cruise the Swan River between Perth and Fremantle in air-conditioned comfort or from the open decks. Your English-speaking captain points out Swan Brewery, Kings Park, Black Wall Reach, Point Walter, yacht clubs, mansions, and the Blue Boat House. Choose a one-way ride or return trip, with a full bar on board and time to explore Fremantle if you stay ashore.

“Nice cruise down the river, some interesting snippets of commentary from the skipper although it is perhaps a little superficial. plenty of time to explore Freo before the return trip. coolest thing was the dude who rode our wake up the river for 2 minutes on a foil surfboard.”

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11.Swan River Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 239 reviews · 2h 30m · from $106

Board Captain Cook Cruises WA at Pier 3, Barrack Street Jetty, for a 150-minute evening cruise through Perth city waters. You’ll have reserved seating, a hot buffet with salads, cold dishes, and dessert, plus live music or a DJ. Drinks cost extra, and the route and vessel may change.

“it was great, but I would have loved sunset, not night time only”

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12.Mandurah Pirate Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 212 reviews · 45 min · from $24

Cruise Mandurah’s inland canals for 45 minutes with pirate humor, water cannons, telescopes, and chances for children to steer the wheel. You’ll see waterfront homes, watch for bottlenose dolphins and water birds, and take photos with the captain. Meet at the jetty opposite 9 Mandurah Terrace, 15 minutes before departure.

“My son and I made good memories. We saw dolphins. We had a happy day”

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13.Swan Valley River Cruise and Wine Tasting Day Trip from Perth

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 191 reviews · from $142

Spend about seven hours cruising from Perth to the Swan Valley, tasting three Western Australian wines onboard, then visiting Windy Creek Estate, Garbin Estate Wines, Swan Valley Brewery, and Whistlers Chocolate Co by coach. Guides such as Lucy, Michael, and Shaun may lead the day, with lunch, commentary, and roughly 25 wine and beer tastes included.

“The boat trip was Lovley they catered for all of us very good service. We would have liked more time to spend in the winery’s.”

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14.Whale Watching Cruise from Hillarys Boat Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 127 reviews · from $49

Join Rottnest Fast Ferries for a two-hour humpback whale cruise from Hillarys Boat Harbour between September and late November. Watch from three viewing areas, including a large open deck, while a certified marine biologist explains whale behavior. Optional coach pickup is available for the 9 AM cruise from selected Perth hotels.

“Amazing value for money for a two hour cruise but the addition of a marine biologist narrating and the vision of whales right next to the boat made it an incredible day to remember”

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15.Swan Valley Cruise, Winery, Cheese & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 108 reviews · 6h 30m · from $166

Spend 390 minutes cruising from Perth to Swan Valley with Captain Cook Cruises WA. Enjoy a welcome drink, premium Western Australian wine, a share-plate lunch, and captain’s commentary before tasting four wines with macarons at Mandoon Estate. The return cruise brings dessert, included wine, and live crew entertainment.

“The crew were amazing very attentive and talented (they all entertained us singing at the end of the cruise) the food was really nice the journey was spectacular we even saw dolphins would highly recommend this cruise to anybody visiting Western Australia well worth the money and will definitely do this trip again even though we live here.”

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