River Cruises in Brisbane, Australia
- See the sights of the city from the Brisbane River.brisbane city, queensland image by manic35 from Fotolia.com
Brisbane, Australia, once a colony for prisoners, is now Australia's third-largest city. Brisbane lies close to the ocean, but the Brisbane River is the place that really joins the people of the city. There you will find a handful of cruises that allow you to see the sights or bring together your family, friends or co-workers for a party. - Take a cruise down the Brisbane River, check out the St. Helena Penal Settlement or head down the "Koopa" trail on one of several boats owned by Brisbane Cruises. The company also takes guests to Tangalooma, Bribie Island, the Gold Coast and the Bremer River. The longstanding company offers scheduled tours to those popular sites, though cruises do not take place every day. Private excursions are also available for 40 or more guests. Brisbane Cruises offers tours on luxury catamarans and yachts that depart from Brett's Wharf in Hamilton.
Brisbane Cruises
PO Box 386 Albion
Queensland 4010
Australia
07-3630-2666
brisbanecruises.com.au - See the sights of urban Brisbane when you head out on a classic paddlewheeler boat with Kookaburra River Queens. The company offers daily tours, including a hop-on tour for just $10 for adults, a lunch cruise that includes a three-course buffet lunch and a dinner cruise that includes a seafood buffet and a chance to check out the bright lights of the city. The company also offers a Sunday cruise featuring live music on board. Guests can also book private parties.
Kookaburra River Queens
1 Eagle St.
Brisbane, 4000
Australia
07-3221-1300
kookaburrariverqueens.com - Check out the highlights of Brisbane during River City Cruises' one and a half hour tour on the Brisbane River. Tours leave twice a day, one at 10:30 a.m. and one at 12:30 p.m. The tour is narrated by a guide who knows the inside story about many of Brisbane's most popular sights, including the Brisbane Power House, the Southbank Wheel and the Newstead House. Adult fare is reasonable at $25 for adults. The company's boat is also available for catered functions with 40 or more people.
River City Cruises
PO Box 8161
Cleveland Q 4163
Australia
04-2827-8473
rivercitycruises.com.au
