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Scenic Adventure Lunch Cruise

About this experience

Step aboard the Nepean Belle Paddlewheeler and journey through the breathtaking Nepean Gorge, where time and nature have sculpted towering sandstone cliffs into a spectacular backdrop. As you glide through this untouched part of the Blue Mountains National Park, relax and take in the serenity and snap unforgettable photos of the dramatic rock formations shaped over centuries.

Keep your eyes peeled for native Australian wildlife—you might spot wallabies, lizards, eagles, cormorants, mountain goats, and even a local family of white-breasted sea eagles soaring above the water.

Indulge in a delicious, hearty lunch served on a shared platter at your own private table. Our meals are all prepared fresh onboard for every cruise and our set seasonal menus highlight fresh, local ingredients. Menus can be viewed on our website.

Relax, unwind, and enjoy a truly unforgettable river adventure aboard the Nepean Belle.

Conditions on the day determine the route taken.

At a glance

  • Duration: 2 hr 30 min

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Scenic Adventure Lunch Cruise

Plan your experience

Time on the tour2 hr 30 min
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 2 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Enjoy our delicious 2-Course lunch, a hearty meal served as a shared platter at your table. Desserts are served alternately. Menus change depending upon the season. See our menus at our website
  • If you are Celiac, Vegetarian or require Gluten Free please email us: [email protected] ASAP
  • Freshly brewed loose leaf tea and coffee are available from the Tea and Coffee bar at the end of the meal.

Not included

  • Drinks from the bar are not included in the ticket price.

Itinerary and highlights

Cruise with us into the 50-Million year old Nepean Gorge at the foothills of the World Heritage Listed Blue Mountains National Park

Cruise leisuirely along the Nepean River, through the "narrows" between the peaks and into the Nepean Gorge.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Boarding for the Nepean Belle is from our Jetty, located next to the public boat ramp in Tench Reserve.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Nepean Belle Paddlewheeler

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 2 hr 30 min.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 3–12; Youth tickets: age 13–16; Adult tickets: age 17+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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