Rivergum Cruises

Cruises, Sailing and Water Tours

Unique river life experience led by warm, knowledgeable hosts on the Murray River.

Rivergum Cruises offers relaxing small group cruises on the Murray River at Waikerie in South Australia’s Riverland region.

Cruises operate aboard the custom-built Qatar, a comfortable 11-seater vessel ideal for intimate, personalised experiences.

Guests are hosted by locals James and Sandra, who are known for their friendly, informative hospitality. They share the stories of the landscape, its wildlife and rich river culture as guests enjoy a slow-paced journey past majestic limestone cliffs, gum-lined banks and abundant birdlife including pelicans cormorants and whistling kites.

A variety of cruise options are available, including two-hour, three-hour and Design Your Own day cruises. Sunset cruises are especially popular, offering a chance to see the cliffs glow and spot kangaroos coming to the water’s edge.

Enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne and then indulge in a delicious grazing platter featuring local produce

A selection of wines and beers will be available for purchase from their licensed bar, along with a tea/coffee.

Rivergum Cruises is ideal for travellers who enjoy nature, stories and a personal touch. The vessel is air-conditioned and suited for all seasons.

Guests consistently rate the experience highly for its relaxed atmosphere, knowledgeable commentary and stunning scenery.

Cruises depart from the Waikerie riverfront in the heart of the Riverland, a 2 hour drive from Adelaide.

Services

$150

Leaving Waikerie Riverfront on board Qatar we will cruise downstream on the smooth waters of the River Murray, seeing the houseboat marina, wildlife and the majestic limestone cliffs.

Enjoy a complimentary tea or coffee and a local platter on board.

Turning around at Broken Cliffs we head back upstream to Waikerie Riverfront.

Local wines and beers will be available to purchase from our licensed bar along with an assortment of other drinks.

The Broken Cliffs Cruise will keep you entertained for approximately 3.5 hours.

This cruise can be offered at different times of the day as advertised or by prior arrangement.

Disabled Access

Family Friendly Non Smoking Public Toilet

$99

Leaving Waikerie Riverfront on board Qatar we cruise upstream on the smooth waters of the Murray River. You will see the canoe tree, ski beach, majestic limestone cliffs and wildlife.

Enjoy a complimentary tea or coffee and a local platter on board while sitting back relaxing, and then turning around at Yarra Cliffs we head back down stream to Waikerie Riverfront.

Local wines and beers will be available to purchase from our licensed bar along with an assortment of other drinks.

The Yarra Cliffs Cruise will keep you entertained for approximately 2.25 hours.

This cruise can be offered at different times of the day as advertised or by prior arrangement.

Disabled Access

Family Friendly Non Smoking Public Toilet

$99

Leaving Waikerie Riverfront on board Qatar, cruise downstream on the smooth waters of the Murray River, seeing the houseboat marina, wildlife and the majestic limestone cliffs.

Enjoy a complimentary tea or coffee and a local platter on board as we turn around at Penns Reach to head back upstream to Waikerie Riverfront.

Local wines and beers will be available to purchase from our licensed bar along with an assortment of other drinks.

The Ramco Redgum Cruise will keep you entertained for approximately 2.25 hours.

This cruise can be offered at different times of the day as advertised or by prior arrangement.

Disabled Access

Family Friendly Non Smoking Public Toilet

$99

We will cruise both upstream and downstream on board Qatar on the smooth waters of the River Murray, seeing majestic limestone cliffs, wildlife and the tranquillity of the river.

Enjoy a complimentary tea or coffee and a local platter on board while seeing the sun set on the Waikerie cliffs downstream and the beauty of the Murray River.

Look out for kangaroos coming down to the river for a drink and marvel at the bird life as the day comes to an end.

Local wines & beers will be available to purchase from our licensed bar along with an assortment of other drinks.

The Sunset Cruise will keep you entertained for approximately 2.25 hours.

This cruise is offered approx. 2 hours before sunset and will vary in times throughout the year.

Disabled Access

Family Friendly Non Smoking Public Toilet

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