RIVER CRUISES · WILDLIFE
The 12 best wildlife river cruises you can book today, with the fare, the hours aboard and who each one suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Review of the Solar Whisper Daintree River cruise, with quiet solar boats, crocodile sightings, wildlife tips, price, access, and booking advice.
“I enjoyed the guide and the way the crocodiles were shown. It was very thoughtful, exciting and also careful to not harm the environment!!”
Cruise the Daintree River for crocodiles, birds, local stories, and rainforest views on this affordable one-hour wildlife trip from Port Douglas.
“We absolutely loved our 1 hour Daintree River crocodile cruise! Our guide Bruce was very knowledgeable, funny, and clearly passionate about the wildlife and ecosystem, making the whole experience both educational and entertaining. WRead more”
Cruise Darwin’s Mary River Wetlands for crocodiles, birds and lunch, with Fogg Dam, local guides and hotel pickup included.
“Richard our guide was so informative. Lots of crocodiles and birdlife. I had an amazing day.”
Review of a private Blue Mountains day tour with wildlife, scenic lookouts, guide commentary, and a Sydney Harbour cruise to the Opera House.
“Dave leads a 5 star tour bringing a wealth of knowledge to his private car full of eager listeners. He provides a dictation spanning all aspects of Aussie culture, history, & geography. He has a delightful disposition and well placed charming anecdotes. He is timely, professional, tailored and intelligent.”
Review of the one-hour Daintree River wildlife cruise, with crocodile sightings, expert commentary, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“the family really enjoyed this daintree cruise. the guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. the staff were friendly and although a quiet afternoon, we did see a few crocs in their native habitat. what an experience”
Explore the Paraguay River near Asunción by boat, spotting birds, monkeys and caimans with expert guides, food, drinks and sunset views.
“The guides were extremely were friendly and knowledgeable. The whole excursion made for a nice introduction to the Paraguayian countryside”
Review this private Blue Mountains tour with Featherdale, Scenic World rides, Three Sisters views, flexible pickup, and practical tips.
“Only thing that could be improved is dropping back to hotel instead of at the ferry which took an hour to get back after it arrived”
Review of Kalbarri’s $49 Murchison River cruise, with birdlife, red rocks, river-mouth views, practical tips, and honest advice.
“Brilliant river cruise! Very informative! Saw Whistling Kites, Pelicans, Cormorants, jumping fish, kangaroos and dolphins 🙌 and also hand fed the seagulls flying alongside the boat 😂 Stopped for a photo shoot with an amazing red rock face. Highly recommend! Tour guides were friendly, funny and knew there stuff. We were there a few days after the cyclone hit so the river was brown but it didn’t spoil the trip as it’s interesting to see nature at work. Thank you for a great time 🤩”
Review of Crystal River’s 3-hour wildlife safari, with manatees, Gulf views, archaeology, small groups, pricing, and practical tips.
“Our guide was courteous, professional, and very knowledgeable throughout our trip. She took great care in making sure to answer all of our questions and getting us into the best places to see wildlife around Crystal River. Would highly recommend!”
Review of Perth’s 12-hour Margaret River tour, with wildlife cruise, Busselton Jetty, Canal Rocks, wine tasting, and practical tips.
“Kimbo was the best tour guide. Her humour and knowledgeable was amazing. The tour itself is great to get a taste of the South.”
Review of Miami’s private Everglades airboat tour, with wildlife stops, Captain Mike, practical tips, pricing, meeting details, and honest advice.
“We had a perfect tour with Captain Mike where we could not have asked for more. He is a great person and knows his stuff. Highly recommended!!”
Review of Sandakan’s Kinabatangan wildlife cruise, with river sightings, lunch, tea, transport, costs, timing, and practical tips.
“Saw 3 of the big five guide very knowledgeable and great spotter. Highlight the rhinoceros hornbills. Amazing experience”
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