About this tour
Drift down the Tweed River for three hours on a working lunch cruise through subtropical rainforest, stopping to watch raptors feed along Stotts Island. The captain narrates the landscape's ecology and history while you eat a grazing board built from local seafood, meats, breads and seasonal fruit. Birdwatchers and photographers anchor themselves on deck; a fully licensed bar sits ready below.
Highlights
- Raptor feeding display at Stotts Island during cruise
- Tweed trawler prawns, smoked chicken, local cheeses onboard
- Captain's natural history commentary on river and rainforest
- Subtropical rainforest views from water level
- Plunger coffee, local teas, homemade quiches included
- Fully licensed bar with drinks available to purchase
- Wheelchair accessible vessel and facilities
What to expect
Board 20 minutes before departure at the Tweed River wharf. Once underway, the captain shares stories and facts about the region's wildlife and vegetation as the boat moves gently downstream. Morning tea arrives first—coffee, tea and cakes—followed by a proper grazing board of regional produce spread across platters. The highlight comes when you reach Stotts Island's low-lying rainforest canopy; raptors congregate here and you'll watch them hunt and feed. Bring a camera. The river's calm enough for wandering the deck; the bar is open throughout. Allow time to wander back from the wharf after docking.
Good to know
Arrive 20 minutes early. Vegetarian options available—request at booking. Alcoholic and soft drinks cost extra. Cruises run rain or shine if conditions allow. Minimum passenger numbers apply; cancellations after confirmation receive a refund or rescheduled date. Prams welcome. Service animals permitted.
Frequently asked
- How long does Tweed River and Rainforest lunch Cruise take?
- Tweed River and Rainforest lunch Cruise runs for approximately 3 hours.
- How much does Tweed River and Rainforest lunch Cruise cost?
- Prices start from AUD $104 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Tweed River and Rainforest lunch Cruise run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Tweed River and Rainforest lunch Cruise?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. AU & NZ Travel earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original AU & NZ Travel summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.