Embark on a cruise through one of the most nature-rich areas in Queensland with this Noosa Everglades river cruise that will send you on a relaxing journey through the meandering path of the Noosa River. Climb aboard a comfortable, spacious and purpose-built cruising vessel and enjoy the adventure through the many wonderful lakes and wetlands of Noosa's famed Everglades that allow for abundant wildlife spotting and photo opportunities.
Explore the true heart of Noosa away from the token gold imagery with this experience on the Noosa River and watch its colours change as the sun slowly descends, creating an atmosphere that is pure paradise! Following the cruise, enjoy a delicious afternoon tea, which will be served back at Habitat Noosa.
What To Bring
- Tour voucher
- Camera
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Dress casually and comfortably
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the tour
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- Vessel subject to change without notice
Highlights
- Cruise through the magnificent lakes and wetlands of the famous Noosa Everglades
- Enjoy an antipasto banquet in the new CootharaBar Bistro and Brewery, located at Habitatnoosa. CootharaBar is overlooking lake Cootharaba in our beautiful natural parkland
- Abundant wildlife spotting and photographic opportunities
Time
- Hotel pick up from Noosaville between 1pm-1.30-pm
- If self-driving please arrive at the cruise departure location by 2pm
- Cruises return at approximately 4.30pm-5pm
- Courtesy shuttle bus back to Noosa departs at approximately 5.30pm
Inclusions
- 2 Hour afternoon cruise
- Convenient departure points at Noosaville
- Advanced Eco-Certified Cruise
- Spacious, purpose built vessel with large opening viewing windows
- Dedicated, informative skipper with over 20 years experience on the Noosa River
- Abundant wildlife spotting and photographic opportunities
- Following the cruise, enjoy a delicious afternoon tea, which will be served back at Habitat Noosa
- Hotel transfers from Noosa and Noosaville accommodation
Location
- Cruises depart from Habitat Noosa, 204 Lake Flat Road, Elanda Point
4.7 out of 5 stars
Cynthia House
2 months ago
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We had an excellent guide through the amazing Everglades. He was very informative about the interesting history of the area and made our memorable trip of this breathtaking place an experience we won't forget. We loved the quirky refreshment mix of anzac biscuits and champagne on board too ! Only negative was the noisy children that did spoil the serenity of this magical pristine place but that was down to the parents that sadly did nothing to teach them respect for the enjoyment of others on board.
We had an excellent guide through the amazing Everglades
Cynthia House
2 months ago
We had an excellent guide through the amazing Everglades. He was very informative about the interesting history of the area and made our memorable trip of this breathtaking place an experience we won't forget. We loved the quirky refreshment mix of anzac biscuits and champagne on board too ! Only negative was the noisy children that did spoil the serenity of this magical pristine place but that was down to the parents that sadly did nothing to teach them respect for the enjoyment of others on board.
What a fantastic afternoon tour (4
Jane Simpkins
1 year ago
What a fantastic afternoon tour (4.5 hours) on the Noosa river to the Everglades and a delightful afternoon tea (bubbles, cheese/crackers). There was tea/coffee/biscuits if you wanted it.
A beautiful sunny day, perfect weather to go out on the water, skimming along the lake, watching some of the bird life, exploring Harry's Hut (which sadly is now dilapidated). Everyone on board had a good time and we all had a "banter" on the way back.
Well worth it. Thank you.
The thing we wanted to see in Noosa were the everglades
Kirsten Pauwels
2 years ago
The thing we wanted to see in Noosa were the everglades. In the description they were talking about all this wildlife and beautiful nature. This was very disappointing. The mirror lake was incredible, otherwise we didn't really think it was that spectacular.
Don't get me wrong, it's nice to look at, but nothing special. A lot of money for a short boatride. We barely saw any wildlife and that was clearly no goal of the guide either. He told a lot of interesting stories and was nice, so nothing on him, but the tour itself was just not what we expected for that kind of money.
We went on the tour in celebration of our 10th anniversary
amanda
2 years ago
We went on the tour in celebration of our 10th anniversary. We were on the cruise with many tourists from around the world...nice to talk to people we toured with. We loved seeing the everglades, had a quick swim in the beautiful water at our afternoon tea stop. SO if you go on afternoon tour and love swimming wear your togs just in case you have time to go in! Cheese, crackers and dips with champagne.
Wonderful afternoon tour for my Mum's birthday
Erin Shoer
2 years ago
Wonderful afternoon tour for my Mum's birthday. The guide was knowledgable on all aspects - from the wildlife and trees to the cloud formations! Afternoon tea was just the right amount and the champagne was perfect for the birthday celebrations. Thanks a lot :)
Even though we are both locals to the area
Ivan White
2 years ago
Even though we are both locals to the area, we both saw a completely different perspective of the Cooloola National park and realized just how special and unaffect3d this area is. How lucky are we to live in Australia !!!!!
There were four of us on this tour
Gary Holyoak
2 years ago
There were four of us on this tour, we had two UK visitors, we enjoyed this experience being taken over lakes and rivers, varying from smoothe to high speeds, magnificant reflections in the glass smoothe water, being told stories and history whilst on our journey. We had plenty of opportunities to take photographs.
Our stop at Harrys Hut was very enjoyable, Heinricke had an esky full of tasty nibbles for us, which we washed down with Champagne. we were lucky enough to see two Guannas having a territorial dance which was watched by all and a lot of photography going on. Our Skipper Heinriche was a very good Tour Guide who knew just about everything and made our afternoon unforgettable.
My mum has been visiting from the UK for the past 2 months
Lisa morgan
2 years ago
My mum has been visiting from the UK for the past 2 months, we have visited many places in that time but this tour was by far the most enjoyable. Will our tour guide was fun and informative with a plethora of knowledge. Would highly recommend this trip to all ages. The views are stunning.
We enjoyed the cruise
Phil
2 years ago
We enjoyed the cruise, the boat was clean and well equipped, the driver/guide was pleasant and well informed. The weather was cooperative and we had a good crowd of people. It is unfortunate that the distancesinvolved made it necessary that most of the afternoon was "transport" but we did see enough of the actual everglades to get an impression. The afternoon tea break was pretty well done. In all a successful afternoon.
I would highly recommend this trip
Jennifer
2 years ago
I would highly recommend this trip. It really opened my eyes to the beauty and fragility of this very special area. Our Boat driver/host was excellent picking out points of interest along the way, highlighting those sites which had significant history. I commend him on his knowledge of the area and really making it a most interesting and enjoyable day. Thank you
