Cruise Scenic

Whilst you are visiting Perth, it is a must to take a cruise along the Swan River. The 2.5-hour Swan River cruise allows you to see the wonderful sights that can only be viewed from the river, as you cruise between Fremantle and Perth. Cruise past the magnificent homes overlooking the calm and picturesque waters.

Embark on a truly unique Lake Tahoe experience! The Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise takes place on the largest cruising vessel in South Lake Tahoe. This one-of-a-kind paddle wheeler will take you on an unforgettable journey through world-famous Emerald Bay. Learn how the bay was formed, hear tales about Fanette Island, and see the amazing Vikingsholm Castle, the prominent stone mansion on its shores. Enjoy the breathtaking views from outside or relax with our climate controlled indoor seating. Lunch and full bar service are available for purchase throughout your adventure. This 2.25-hour scenic daytime cruise offers fabulous photo opportunities, sunshine, and fresh Lake Tahoe air, which has a way of invigorating everyone around.

Enjoy a two hour cruise traversing the deep waters of Milford Sound, located in Fiordland. Your cruise will take you past St Anne’s lighthouse and out into the Tasman Sea. Informative guides point out scenic highlights along the way, such as the Bowen Falls (dropping 160 metres seaward), Sinbad Gully (a classic example of a hanging valley), snow-capped Mount Pembroke, and the awe-inspiring Mitre Peak itself, towering 1692 metres from the ocean floor.

Ernest Kemp Cruises cruising Lake Taupo for over 30 years. We specialise in visiting the Maori Rock Carvings daily. Enjoy the history of the area and this unique replica steamboat. Friendly skipper and crew offer a live commentary and a colour brochure explaining the meaning of the carvings. Lots of great photo opportunities with viewing and seating both inside and out. Bring a towel in summer months your skipper may decide there is time for a swim in our crystal clear lake. Complimentary tea, coffee, hot chocolate and cookies. Free wifi on board. 4 cruises daily in the summer months, from 90 – 120 minutes. Our popular 5 pm Cocktail Cruise includes a couple of complimentary glasses of wine or beer and pizza, this is all included in the ticket price. Sit back and relax you will have great experience on board Ernest Kemp Cruises.

Experience good times and Jollification aboard the Jolly Dolphin! The 42' tritoon vessel features full shade, comfortable padded seats, and a restroom aboard. The boat carries up to 28 guests, so it is less crowded than the average tour boat. Your Captain and Crew are friendly, experienced guides who will tell you all about the dolphins, wildlife and area attractions. They truly enjoy their jobs and sharing the beauty of the Gulf Coast with guests. *PLEASE NOTE: *TRAFFIC AND PARKING, ESPECIALLY ON WEEKENDS, CAN BE CHALLENGING. PLEASE PLAN AHEAD TO ARRIVE ON TIME. "ON TIME" MEANS 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE CRUISE TIME. WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO DELAY DEPARTURE FOR LATE ARRIVALS, AND NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED FOR SUCH. *ALL CRUISES ARE SUBJECT TO WEATHER AND WATER CONDITIONS. WE ATTEMPT TO GIVE ADVANCE NOTICE IF WE NEED TO CANCEL, THOUGH THIS IS NOT ALWAYS POSSIBLE, DUE TO EVER CHANGING WEATHER AND WATER CONDITIONS. CANCELLED BOOKINGS DUE TO WEATHER WILL BE RESCHEDULED OR REFUNDED IN FULL.

Daily Scenic Cruises – Maori Rock Carvings Please note we are changing our afternoon departure time from 1.30pm to 1.00pm from 1st November 2024. Our Daily Scenic Cruises depart from Berth #4 at the Taupo Boat Harbour on Cruise Cat. You’ll love cruising in comfort and style with fabulous views from both the top and bottom decks. Cruise Cat is fully enclosed with large outdoor decks to enjoy close up views of the Maori Rock Carvings.  Children are welcome, and we have colouring-in sheets and wheel certificates available for them.  Cruise Cat is also wheelchair and push chair/stroller accessible. An informative commentary is given on the volcanic history and Maori mythology surrounding Lake Taupo, and you’ll enjoy a complimentary hot homemade muffin and tea/coffee as you take in the fabulous views of secluded bays and the spectacular snow capped mountain peaks of the World Heritage Tongariro National Park.

See the Palm Beaches from the only boat in Downtown West Palm Beach! Providing memorable cruises and experiences since 1996! Departing from the Downtown West Palm Beach docks at Clematis Street & Flagler Drive, guests are in for a wonderful, picturesque experience as they cruise along the Downtown skyline enjoying the mixture of 125 years of historic and modern architecture from the water. Relax comfortably on padded seats or with feet dangling in the catamaran’s bow nets while the Atlantic’s water flows underneath. PRE-ORDER SANDWICHES, WRAPS, SALADS & MORE! MENU AVAILABLE. ORDERS MUST BE PLACED MINIMUM OF 4 HOURS PRIOR TO EXCURSION

With the sunshine reflecting off the Potomac River, there’s no better place to enjoy an afternoon in Washington, D.C. than aboard a City Cruises lunch cruise. Treat yourself to an onboard historical tour of some of the most iconic landmarks in the country like Old Town Alexandria, the National Harbor, and the Washington Monument, as you sample creative dishes from our lunch buffet menu. 2-hour cruise on the Potomac River Delicious lunch buffet with freshly prepared entrees, salads, and desserts The best views of the Washington Monument and other iconic Washington, D.C. sights Onboard entertainment with DJ music Unlimited coffee, hot tea, and iced tea

The one-hour scenic cruise departs daily. This beautiful boat ride explores Kings Bay, Florida. A great way to get out on the Crystal River National Wildlife refuge without getting wet!

Come aboard spacious tour boat Coastal Queen at Bowen's Wharf, Newport, and see magnificent Newport Harbor and the Narragansett Bay area sites. This narrated, 75-minute Scenic Bay Cruise tour is a great way to experience Newport from an entirely different waterfront perspective. Sit back, relax and enjoy the breathtaking views while sipping on your favorite beverages from the beautiful teak wood bar. The guides will point out and share their knowledge of the many scenic sites that make up historic Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay while you cruise by harbor estates, lighthouses, forts, yachts and more. This 57-foot, pristine tour boat offers maximum comfort and panoramic views from every seat. Coastal Queen has both a cozy and weatherproof main salon and an open-air covered top deck for catching fresh ocean breezes.‍

Aboard the Queenstown Lake Cruise, you will discover mountains, forests, and hidden coves as our skipper shares tales of the lake's history. Admire Bob's Cove, Mt Earnslaw and the Southern Alps during our 1 hour and 30-minute cruise. Whether with family, friends, or a special someone, join us to uncover Queenstown's natural beauty. Relax onboard with our café and bar with the opportunity to pre-order a cheese/charcuterie boards. As a local family business, we're proud to showcase Lake Whakatipu's secrets and leave you with cherished memories of Queenstown's landscapes.

The best Mallorca experience on a modern catamaran to explore the scenic north coast of Mallorca on a 5-hour cruise from Port d'Alcudia. Pass 2 picturesque bays and stop at secluded coves, where you can enjoy activities such as snorkeling and kayaking and enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner with drinks.

This 5-hour 4×4 adventure tour is specially designed for our clients arriving via passenger liner. You will be met & picked up at the Walvis Bay port where your cruise ship will be docking. Before heading out to Sandwich Harbour we first make a stop at the Walvis Bay Lagoon to admire the flamingos and occasionally a great white pelican, flow the Walvis Bay Salt Refiners with all its pink salt lacks. Now we are off to the Nambi Desert -Sandwich Harbour, one of Southern Africa’s richest and unique wetlands. Wedging between the sea and dunes "if tides permit"; if tides forbid, surf the dunes up to the many convenient lookout spots. Lots of time are granted to explore the area as well as photograph opportunities. Finally, enjoy a light picnic lunch with some cold beverages with a natural desert backdrop, then hit the dunes for some more excitement before concluding your adventure to the Kuiseb River Delta, a dry riverbed where you can occasionally see springbok, oryx, or even ostrich.

Discover the true beauty of the West Coast in a small personalized cruise on Lake Mapourika. The Jurassic rainforest fringed bays which reflect the surrounding Alps and Glaciers will leave you in awe of its beauty. Explore a kiwi conservation area with your knowledgeable local skipper and enjoy watching curious native birdlife in the surrounding rainforest shoreline. Evening cruises, with a glass of wine (BYO) in the summer time are a wonderful way to end the day.

Come out with us in our purpose built shallow landing vessel to explore 120 Million year old dinosaur footprints, secluded bays and meander up the creek inlets. Enjoy an idyllic beach landing and take in the breath taking sites of the rugged Kimberley coastline and the contrasting colours of the bright red cliffs against the aqua waters of Roebuck Bay. Bird watchers will be in their element on this tour with White Breasted Sea Eagles, Brahminy Kites, Ospreys, Pelicans, Jabiru and the thousands of Wader Birds that call Roebuck Bay home. Be amazed by the marine life too! Turtles and dolphins, including the Snub Fin Dolphin, Manta rays, sharks and many more often seen on tour. This is the ultimate Eco Tour with the added bonus of Dinosaur footprints! Enjoy sparkling wine and gourmet platters whilst cruising up the Mangrove Eco System of Dampier Creek. This tour has something for everyone and is the perfect combination of adventure and relaxation.

Step aboard the Nepean Belle Paddlewheeler and journey through the breathtaking Nepean Gorge, where time and nature have sculpted towering sandstone cliffs into a spectacular backdrop. As you glide through this untouched part of the Blue Mountains National Park, relax and take in the serenity and snap unforgettable photos of the dramatic rock formations shaped over centuries. Keep your eyes peeled for native Australian wildlife—you might spot wallabies, lizards, eagles, cormorants, mountain goats, and even a local family of white-breasted sea eagles soaring above the water. Indulge in a delicious, hearty lunch served on a shared platter at your own private table. Our meals are all prepared fresh onboard for every cruise and our set seasonal menus highlight fresh, local ingredients. Menus can be viewed on our website. Relax, unwind, and enjoy a truly unforgettable river adventure aboard the Nepean Belle. Conditions on the day determine the route taken.

Cruise in comfort and relax aboard the White Pearl on this one hour scenic dolphin watching cruise. You will explore Mandurah's inland waterways that are twice the size of Sydney harbour. This cruise will take you through the Marina to view dolphin quay as well as a variety of boats followed by the famous Mandurah canals where you can view impressive million dollar homes before heading down the estuary to see the Creery Wetlands and boundary island. Mandurah also has an abundance of wildlife including black swans, cormorants and is home to over one hundred resident dolphins so keep a look out throughout your cruise you never know what you might sight. The White Pearl offers a more intimate cruise with a maximum of 19 guests onboard and one toilet.

Enjoy this 90-minute dolphin and seal adventure cruise on the Mornington Peninsula departing from Sorrento Pier. See the very best of Southern Port Phillip Bay as you spot seals, dolphins and sea birds along the way. You'll also visit the Popes Eye Marine Park where the largest colony of Australasian gannets and their chicks can be viewed.

Looking for a more relaxed adventure on Mandurah’s waterways? Our Midweek cruise offers just that! Available outside of school holidays, this off-peak 90-minute cruise lets you sail longer and enjoy more time to take in the beautiful sights of Mandurah. All the fun of our regular pirate cruise is here – steer the ship, fire the water cannons, and enjoy the calm, scenic surroundings. The slower pace of this cruise allows you to fully appreciate the stunning views and local wildlife that call Mandurah home, from playful dolphins to pelicans and cormorants. Perfect for those looking for a laid-back and immersive experience, the midweek cruise offers both savings and an extended opportunity to explore. ⚓ Highlights: 90-minute off-peak midweek cruise Steer the pirate wheel and fire the water cannons Take in Mandurah’s incredible scenery and wildlife A slower-paced, relaxed cruise ideal for unwinding BYO Food and drinks encouraged to be enjoyed throughout this cruise

Watching the sunset over the twin beaches on the Western Shores of the Chesapeake Bay! A great way to close out a summer day with beautiful photos of the sunset. You must call 24 hours before your cruise time to see if the minimum requirement of 4 passengers has been met.