The Murray River Queen, built in 1974, spent 17 years delighting passengers with her luxury river cruises before retiring to Goolwa to become a floating motel.

Now, situated in the picturesque Riverland town of Waikerie, she has been renewed and revitalised and is once again cruising the mighty Murray river, giving passengers the chance to sample our famous local wines and produce, whilst the breathtaking views sweep past her bows.The Murray River Queen offers 2, 3 and 4 night cruises out of Waikerie with the accommodation ranging from traditional cabins for the budget conscious, to spacious top deck state rooms with spa bathrooms.

Passengers can travel down the Murray on a traditional paddleboat just the way our pioneers did over a century ago, viewing the rugged natural beauty of the Australian bush, unchanged for thousands of years whilst enjoying the luxury and warm hospitality expected of a modern vessel.

The Murray River Queen also runs fabulous 5 hour twilight dinner cruises. Guests are served a glass of sparkling wine on arrival followed by hors d'oeuvres on the top deck. The view is ever changing as the Queen sets off on her five-hour return trip to Lock 2. As the sun slowly slips away, a magnificent three-course dinner is served in the restaurant and the band kicks of a night to be remembered. At the end of the cruise, accommodation is available for any guests who want to extend their Murray River experience into the next day.

The Murray River Queen is also available for functions and conferences and is the perfect venue for wedding receptions. Imagine a ceremony on the top deck against a stunning river back drop, a celebration dinner for up to 100 guests in the restaurant, and on board accommodation so that guests can stay overnight and wake up to a hot breakfast and the tranquility of the Murray River.

When not cruising the café on the back deck is open from 10-5 with lunches served from 12pm till 2 pm. It is the perfect place to enjoy lunch or a coffee and cake with friends. The combination of fine food, wine and fabulous river views cannot be beaten.So why not join the Murray River Queen for 4 fantastic fun filled days and evenings and enjoy the unique experience of our paddleboat where the food and hospitality is first class.

Let the true romance of the Murray River Queen sweep you away.