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Boating and Cruising

With its wealth of pristine waterways, a scenic cruise is the perfect way to explore Perth's spectacular sights.

View of Barrack Street SquareMeander down the calm, still waters of the Swan River on a Captain Cook Cruise.

Try a lunch and tram tour, where you can kick back with a hearty coffee and enjoy a morning cruise to sunny Fremantle.

Board an historic tram for a fascinating tour of the Port City, then enjoy a wine tasting and gourmet buffet lunch as you cruise back along the Swan.

Big kids and little kids alike will adore a Zoo Crooz.

Sail from Fremantle to South Perth, where you can disembark and explore Perth Zoo - home to one of Australia's most extensive collection of native and exotic animals.

For an enchanting evening on the Swan, look no further than a dinner cruise.

Relax on the Swan River, PerthSet against the glistening water and twinkling lights of the city skyline, enjoy a spectacular seafood feast, premium wines and the chance to kick up your heels on the dance floor.

A cruise to the Swan Valley is a must.

This picturesque region is home to oodles of fresh produce, premium wines and plenty of colourful characters.

Board the Miss Sandalford or a Captain Cook vessel for a leisurely cruise along the river from Perth - with plenty of delicious wine sampling on offer along the way.

Day tours include winery visits, gourmet lunch and local wines.

Houseboat in MandurahHouseboats are another great way to explore Western Australia's rivers - you can even be your own captain!

Houseboat holidays are available all over the State, including Albany, Walpole, Dampier and Augusta. The vessels usually sleep anywhere from two to eight people, and are the perfect place to throw in a fishing line or kick back under the sun or stars.

Closer to Perth, cruise the affluent waterways of the Peel Inlet and the sheltered tranquility of the Harvey Estuary and Murray River on a Dolphin Houseboat Holiday.

The area is rich in both natural and man-made attractions, from stylish restaurants and charming taverns, to playful dolphins and endless waterbirds.

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