About this tour
Cruise the Hunter River from Newcastle's bustling port into the tranquil Kooragang Wetlands over 5.5 hours. Your captain narrates the journey while you work through morning tea, a proper Devonshire spread, and pub-style lunch at the Junction Inn Hotel, with dessert served back onboard. Unlimited tea and coffee flow throughout. It's a relaxed way to see the river's shifting character without lifting a finger.
Highlights
- Newcastle port to Kooragang Wetlands by water
- Captain-led commentary on local river history and wildlife
- Devonshire Tea with scones, jam, cream onboard
- Pub lunch at Junction Inn Hotel mid-cruise
- Unlimited tea and coffee throughout the day
- Dessert served as you return to port
- Prams and service animals welcome
What to expect
You'll board at Harbour Square in central Newcastle and settle in as the vessel heads downriver. The first hour takes in the port's working waterfront before the landscape opens into quieter reaches. Morning tea arrives early—proper Devonshire fare with fresh scones. Around midday you'll dock at the Junction Inn for a sit-down lunch of straightforward pub meals. Back onboard, dessert appears as the wetlands draw closer. The wetlands section is slower, quieter; bring binoculars if you're keen on birdwatching. The return leg gives you time to decompress on deck.
Good to know
Departs from Harbour Square Boat Dock in Newcastle city centre. Infants must sit on an adult's lap; prams are welcome too. The cruise suits all fitness levels—there's minimal walking. Public transport links are nearby if you're not driving. Bring a light jacket; river breezes can cool you down even on warm days.
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