3 Night Murray Princess Cruise (Jun 2025)

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Friday 6 June 2025

C​ruise departs Mary Ann Reserve, Mannum at 4:30pm

Mid-afternoon the Murray Princess departs historic Mannum, the birthplace of the Murray River trade and communication, and heads downriver while you enjoy a Welcome Dinner. As we cruise under floodlight to our overnight mooring at Murray Bridge, you may see nocturnal wildlife on the riverbank. Watch for kangaroos, hairy-nosed wombats, tortoises, egrets and many other species. Our on-board entertainer provides music for the night owls.

Saturday 7 June 2025

In 1879 the first bridge to span the Murray River was built at Edwards Crossing, which quickly became the bustling township of Murray Bridge. After a hearty breakfast, choose to explore the town’s historic landmarks and local attractions, such as the Roundhouse, or go on a wildlife tour at Monarto Safari Park*. Those who choose to experience Monarto Safari Park will arrive back on board the Murray Princess in time for lunch then join us in the Sturt Dining Room for a special presentation on the bounty of food and wine produced in the Riverland. This afternoon, we continue our journey upriver and tonight we moor at Salt Bush Flat. After dinner, enjoy being entertained by our on-board musician. *Optional tour: Monarto Safari Park Wildlife Tour. Pre-bookings are essential, additional cost. 

Sunday 8 June 2025

This morning, join a guided nature walk where our guide will share the secrets of the local flora and fauna. It’s a great way to get in a little exercise before the Murray Princess departs and cruises downriver. Near Fromms Landing, we turn and head downriver to River View Lodge (near Piggy Flat / Coolcha) where your discovery vessel awaits for a wildlife tour. Travelling in small, personalised groups, we explore the maze of the river and the birdlife is amazing. Watch for darters, herons and egrets feeding along the river’s muddy edges. The afternoon offers a choice of bocce or fishing challenges before a delicious final night dinner in the Sturt Dining Room.

Monday 9 June 2025

We head back to Mannum and after breakfast, we reluctantly say farewell as we arrive at the Mannum Wharf at approx 9am.

Post-Cruise Optional Tours

- Highlights of the Murray Tour (additional cost)

- Monarto Safari Park Wildlife Tour (additional cost)

Pre-bookings are essential, additional cost.

This is a sample itinerary only and is subject to change due to weather, water levels and other operational requirements. Murray Princess reserves the right to amend itineraries and tours without notice.

Departs Mannum. 6 - 9 June 2025

Inside Cabin

• $1,449 $1,087 pp twin share (2 single beds)
• $1,609 $1,207 pp twin share (1 double bed)
• $2,318 $1,739 sole traveller (2 single beds)
• $2,638 $1,979 sole traveller (1 double bed)

Outside Cabin

• $1,849 $1,387 pp twin share (2 single beds)
• $2,009 $1,507 pp twin share (1 double bed)
• $2,954 $2,216 sole traveller (2 single beds)
• $3,274 $2,456 sole traveller (1 double bed)

Stateroom

• $2,449 $1,837 pp twin share (1 queen bed)
• $3,918 $2,939 sole traveller (1 queen bed)

Please note that prices are subject to availability at time of booking and may be withdrawn at any time without notice.

With all the character and charm of yesteryear, the Murray Princess is an authentic paddlewheeler built to cruise the mighty Murray River. The southern hemisphere's largest inland paddlewheeler is propelled by a stern wheel that you can view through the double storey lounge window. It's a real taste of bygone days, with the elegance and convenience you'd expect today.

Murray Princess has 60 cabins and staterooms each with private bathroom ensuite, electric blankets, soap, shampoo, hairdryers, towels and daily servicing. Each cabin is approximately 12sq metres. Four of the outside cabins and their ensuite bathrooms are wheelchair accessible. Two cabins located on Randell Deck are opposite the lift for easy access to the dining and lounge decks.

Inside Cabins are located on the lower Chaffey Deck and open onto a wide inside passageway. Inside cabins offer twin bedding with limited double bedded cabins available and have portholes facing the outside. Inside Cabins are accessed via stairs, there is no lift access to this deck.

Outside Cabins are located on Randell and Cadell Decks and the majority of these cabins have twin bedding with limited double bedded cabins available. Each outside cabin opens onto the outside deck walkway with picture windows to view the passing scenery.

Staterooms are located on the Randell and Cadell decks. Each spacious stateroom offers a queen bed (some have an extra single bed) and open onto the outside deck walkway. Mini-bar, fridge and tea and coffee making facilities are also included.

Cruise Times: depart and return to Mannum (approx 100km from Adelaide). It is recommended to arrive into Adelaide prior to 11:30am (please note transfers do not pick up from the airport only Adelaide CBD as per below). The Journey from Adelaide Airport to Mannum is 1hr 45mins. Departing flights at end of cruise recommend departing after 2pm

Adelaide Coach Transfers - available at time of booking for an additional $125 per person if required.

• A​delaide Central Bus Station - 1.20pm
• H​ilton Adelaide - 1.30pm
• M​ajestic Roof Garden Hotel - 1.35pm
• C​rowne Plaza Adelaide - 1.35pm
• S​tamford Plaza Adelaide - 1.45pm
• T​he Terrace Hotel Adelaide- 2pm
• No pick-up from Adelaide airport, drop off off after cruise at approx 12pm

Car parking is available at Mannum at a cost of $60 for 3 days. Advise at time of booking if you would like a car park spot to be secured for you. Please ensure you arrive at Mannum by 3pm for check in.

Facilities onboard include:

• Lift access from Randell Deck to Sturt Deck
• Paddlewheel Lounge
• Sturt Bar
• Sturt Dining Room
• Sun Deck
• Onboard Souvenir Shop
• Public Amenities

What level of fitness is required?

All passengers are required to complete a Fitness to Travel Declaration 60 days prior to travel. A good level of fitness and health is required to participate in Murray Princess cruises. In some destinations there are extensive sightseeing excursions by foot and which includes climbing of stairs. Mobility is needed boarding or alighting coaches, river cruise ships and mooring locations.

Passengers with disabilities or special needs are welcome, provided they are accompanied by a companion capable of providing all necessary assistance. Any disability or medical condition requiring special attention must be reported to your consultant at the time of booking.

What clothes should I pack?

During the day, sportswear and casual clothing is suggested. We kindly ask that you do not wear bathing suits, singlets or brief attire in public rooms and lounges, especially in the dining room. Footwear is requested in both the dining room and lounges at all times. During the evening, smart casual wear is recommended – an open neck shirt and trousers for gentlemen and a dress, skirt or pants and blouse for the ladies. At the Captains Dinner on the final night of the cruise, a jacket and tie would not be out of place for gentlemen and a cocktail dress or pants outfit for the ladies. Be sure to bring a sun visor or hat, sunglasses and good sun block/sun screen. Sandals, low-heeled deck shoes and tennis shoes are most suitable on-deck and for onshore excursions.