The Nepean Belle and the Penrith Platypus cruise the wilderness regions of the spectacular  Nepean Gorge and the Blue Mountains National Park. All cruises depart from our Jetty in Tench Ave Penrith, adjacent to the public boat ramp and the M4 Freeway bridge. Tench Ave can be accessed via Jamison Rd or Factory Rd.

Maximum dining capacity 130 passengers, otherwise 150 passengers (150 includes verandas)

These 90 minute cruises feature the Nepean Gorge, Captains Commentary and Devonshire Teas – Our homemade scones with Jam & Cream and freshly brewed tea or coffee. Cruise day and times vary.

Groups of 30 or more adults receive a $3 per adult discount. 

Luncheon Cruises

Featuring the Nepean Gorge, Captains Commentary, our delicious  buffet lunch, dessert and tea or coffee.

Weekday 2 Hour Cruise including Luncheon - Cruise day and times vary.

Groups of 30 or more adults receive a $4 per adult discount.

Groups of 40 or more adults receive a $4 per adult discount.

Dinner Cruises

Evening dinner cruises feature our sumptuous 3 course Buffet or Banquet menus – great for the hearty appetite. Our Yulefest Dinner Cruise features a three course served menu. We cruise the spectacular Nepean Gorge and Blue Mountains National Park, floodlit from the vessel’s spotlights. After dinner a range of music for dancing provides the perfect finale to the evening whether romance or celebration is your preference. 

Christmas Dinner Cruise -Friday and Saturday nights during Nov & Dec.

3.5 Hour, 3 Course Banquet,  Music & Dancing after dinner.       

Other nights during Nov & Dec are as per our 3 hour Banquet Dinner Cruises.

During November and December the boat is decorated for Christmas and its always a great  atmosphere to either celebrate the end of the year on the dance floor or simply sit back, relax, watch the scenery (floodlit at night) and unwind with friends and family. 

*NOTES :

1.  Child Prices for November and December evening cruises are for children  aged  0-12 years. At all other times child’s prices are for ages 4 to 12 years. Due to limited space, Prams or strollers admitted only where space allows. 

2.  Deposit required to Hold ticket bookings. Lunch $15 pp / Dinner $25 pp. Morning / Afternoon tickets to be paid for at time of booking.  Confirmation requires final ticket balance to be paid 2 weeks  in advance (Jan - Oct) or 1 month prior to cruise (Nov -Dec). See detailed terms and conditions link below.

3.   Varying Cancellation charges apply depending on the prior notice given. For  Deposit / Payment and refunds policy see detailed terms and conditions link below.

4.   The company reserves the right to transfer cruises between vessels without notice.

5.   Other terms and conditions apply. (Eg flood or bushfire, mechanical faults, capacity or schedule requirements, actions / behaviour of passengers et al.)   See full details of our  terms and conditions here: terms & conditions.

6. The prices above do not apply to all special occasions, public holidays or private charter.  Prices subject to change. Please confirm at time of booking. Drinks from our fully licensed bar are additional to the cost. All prices include GST. Cruise times & duration can be altered on application to accommodate group  or private charter.