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Murray bridge cruises, cruising the murray river is one of the most amazing and surprising experiences you'll have..

Within a little over an hour from Adelaide you can board your vessel and be off on one of the most amazing and peaceful experiences you'll ever have.

As the Murray carves its way through our sun-burnt and contrasting landscape you'll discover a new part of the world that's not overrun with tourists and will allow you time to reconnect with yourself, family and friends.

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Our 1 hour 45 minute lunch cruise is departing every Monday from Mannum at 10:45am.

Enjoy a welcoming coffee or tea served with a freshly baked scone with jam and cream! A delicious 2-course lunch will follow, prepared exclusively by our executive Chef’s. Sit back, relax and enjoy the stunning scenery and river views that the mighty Murray has to offer with Proud Mary’s lunch cruises.

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2 night Murray River Discovery Cruise

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Departs every Sunday evening & returns Friday afternoon

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5 Day cruise started 19th March 2023....... FANTASTIC and so much FUN!!!!! I would recommend this cruise to anyone! I came to your site to get some pics of our wonderful crew but they are not here!!!! Captain Pete, Eng Daniel, Chefs Matt and Noah... then my specials :-)......... Jacquie… K Randall, Apr 2023

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Experience the beauty of Murray River like Never Before at Murray Bridge

Located: murray cods drive, murray bridge sa 5253.

Sit back and relax as we take you on a journey down the picturesque Murray River to discover this unique part of South Australia’s landscape brimming with wildlife, long stretches of cliffs and towering gum trees. 

Come along on our “Coffee and Cake Guided Tour”, departing from Murray Cods Drive, Murray Bridge, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, morning 10am and afternoon 1pm.   “We are the proud new owners of Four Knots Cruises and the M.V. Jester. We live local, right in the heart of Murray Bridge, so we know what makes the Murray River tick. We promise to continually deliver one of the best experiences you’ll have on our magnificent river”.

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We offer gift certificates for our delightful cruises. Whether you want to surprise a loved one or treat yourself, a river cruise gift certificate is a wonderful choice. Remember, a river cruise gift certificate is not just a piece of paper; it’s an invitation to create lasting memories on the water. Enjoy the scenic views, delicious treats, and the gentle sway of the boat as you explore the river. 🚢✨ 

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Step aboard our iconic paddlesteamers, now including the exquisite PS Australian Star available from June 2025, for an elegant journey back in time along the winding Murray River. Bask in breathtaking views of landscapes and wildlife, whether you opt for PS Canberra’s daily sightseeing and lunch cruises or PS Emmylou’s multi-day 3, 4 & 7 night voyages – each promises an unforgettable experience.

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The Murray River, one of the oldest river systems in the world and ranking as the third longest navigable river, invites exploration. Departing daily from the Murray Bridge wharf, this Murray River lunch cruise is the perfect way to spend your afternoon in Adelaide with friends or family. From the spacious decks of the Captain Proud paddle boat, you can take in the bountiful riverside attractions including rare sandstone and limestone cliff faces, vast wetlands and waterfront homes. Discover the unique flora and fauna and the dramatic landscapes of this iconic river. You’ll cruise past some exclusive attractions which can only be seen from the river. As your afternoon progresses, a wholesome 2-course lunch with a choice of main course and dessert will be served. After lunch, you can head to one of the outer decks to enjoy the fresh air and capture exquisite nature photos – keep an eye out for local wildlife, including the colourful birds in the wetlands. So, join this popular lunch cruise on Murray River to truly experience the region’s natural splendour and revitalise your afternoons in Adelaide. Book your cruise now!

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Relaxing Murray River Paddle Boat Cruise in South Australia

by Lisa Bull | Last updated Oct 20, 2021 | Adelaide Trips

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For those of you who’ve followed my Perth to Adelaide road trip adventure, you’ll know that after five weeks of camping in a tent across the south coast of Australia (involving sun, wind, rain, thunder storms, phones lost down compost toilets and the occasional agonizing insect bite – as well as all the fun stuff, obviously!), my travel mate, Michi, and I met up with our friend Mirka for a two-week house sit in Adelaide.

After a lot of tug-of-war with the German Shepherd we were looking after, discovering all the best things to do in Adelaide , thoroughly cleaning our car and camping gear, and, to be honest, spending a lot of time slumped on the sofa watching TV which felt like an absolute luxury, it was time for Michi and I to get back on the road and continue towards the east coast of Australia!

In our newly relaxed state of mind, we decided to ease ourselves back into the explorer lifestyle with a gentle paddle boat cruise along the iconic Murray River in South Australia.

Murray River Facts

At 2,508km long, the Murray River is Australia’s longest river. Starting in the Australian Alps, it runs down the western side of the mountains before meandering across the inland plains, forming the border between New South Wales and Victoria.

It then flows through South Australia, reaching the coastline at Lake Alexandrina and The Coorong before opening out into the Indian Ocean at the Murray River Mouth.

Murray Bridge

To begin our Murray River paddle boat cruise, we said goodbye to Adelaide and drove 76km southeast along the Princes Highway to the city of Murray Bridge.

We didn’t have time to look around the city unfortunately, but it’s a popular tourist spot known as the “crown” of the Murray Region, offering water sports, walking trails, restaurants and even a safari bus around Monarto Zoo , Australia’s largest open-range zoo.

Murray River Paddle Boat Cruise

On arrival in Murray Bridge, we went straight to the wharf to start our afternoon trip with Captain Proud paddle boat cruises .

Paddle steamers and paddle boats have been part of life on the Murray River and the Murray-Darling Basin since 1853, when the first paddle steamer, P.S. Mary Ann, was launched near Mannum in South Australia. So a cruise seemed like the obvious way for us to enjoy the river.

After our recent adventures in the ancient forests of southwest Australia and beautiful beach destinations like Esperance, it was a real change of scene to visit the quiet riverside settlements of South Australia.

After scones and tea, we sat out on the deck to enjoy the peace and serenity that the Murray River is known for.

House boats are also popular on the Murray River SA; you can even hire them to stay overnight instead of a hotel!

Back on dry land, feeling refreshed and ready to go, we got back on the road for the hour-long drive down to our campsite in Coorong National Park, where the Murray River meets the ocean!

Lisa Bull, founder of Dreaming of Down Under, has been living in Australia as a British expat since 2015. After travelling to every state and territory in Australia and living in Perth, Brisbane and Sydney, Lisa knows from first-hand experience the best destinations to visit in Australia and the best budget travel tips. Her guides on this blog have been read by over 700k readers and helped thousands of people achieve their dream of living in or travelling Australia.

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