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The Riverboat Postman – delivering the mail for Australia Post

Cruises, Sailing and Water Tours

Cultural and Theme Tours

Nature and wildlife

Sightseeing Tours

Part of: The Riverboat Postman

1 min guests

175 max guests

Join the Riverboat Postman to deliver mail and experience a unique connection with local water-access communities.
Savour morning tea and homemade ANZAC biscuits while cruising the stunning Hawkesbury River's scenic landscapes.
Drift along the river and enjoy informative commentary that reveals the history of this hidden Sydney gem.
Relax in family-friendly facilities, making it an ideal outing for all ages just a short train ride from Sydney.

Contact and Booking Channels

Brooklyn, New South Wales

Start location: 3 Dangar Road, Brooklyn, New South Wales, 2083, Australia
Phone: 04 0060 0111
Email: bookings@riverboatpostman.com.au
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Rates

$59.00 – $69.00 – $25.00

$59.00 – $69.00 Adult
$25.00 Child

Booking Channels

BOOKEASY 65504

TRIPADVISORID 556321

Join the delivery of mail for Australia Post to the water-access-only settlements perched on the banks of the spectacular Lower Hawkesbury River.

It is located right beside the Hawkesbury River train station at Brooklyn, with a direct train from Sydney Central.

The Riverboat Postman is Australia’s last remaining mail boat in operation and is one of the hidden gems of Sydney. Closer than the Blue Mountains, halfway to the Hunter Valley and only 20 minutes from the Australian Reptile Park at Kariong, the cruise offers a true “step back in time” experience with its old-school snail-mail delivery service to locals (and their dogs) who come to meet us on the wharves.

Cruise along and take in the beautiful scenery the magnificent Hawkesbury River has to offer.

This cruise includes morning tea and coffee with our famous homemade ANZAC biscuits, lunch and informative commentary throughout the cruise.

Bookings essential.

Itinerary highlights

Hawkesbury River

Tour details

Cruises, Sailing and Water Tours
Cultural and Theme Tours
Nature and wildlife
Sightseeing Tours
Half Day or Less

Available from 30 September 2024 to 31 December 2025

Features

Service facilities

Carpark
Family Friendly
Non Smoking

Sevice Activity

Birdwatching
Boating

Accessibility

Actively welcomes people with access needs.

General access

Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
Employs people with disabilities.
Staff are trained in disability awareness.
Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)

Communication

Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
Staff are trained in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges.
Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)

Physical – Mobility

Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Uses floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
Uses non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting
Grab rails in the bathroom
Seating in common areas including reception area

Physical – Wheelchair

Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
Step free access to restaurant, lounge and bar

Physical – High support needs

Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.

Allergies and intolerances

Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
Modify their cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc).
Staff are trained to respond to allergic reactions.
Complies with The Food Authority requirements for allergy management in food preparation.
Toiletries which are chemical and fragrance free (if requested).

Operation information

The Riverboat Postman

The Riverboat Postman – an iconic cruise just an hour from the centre of Sydney – delivers the mail to the isolated water-access-only residents of the magnificent Hawkesbury River on behalf of Australia Post (as well as other daily essentials like milk, papers, the odd bottle of rum).

Enjoy morning tea and lunch on board, complete with an entertaining and informative commentary from the local skippers. Departing every weekday with the mail from The Postie Wharf, you’ll find them right next to the Hawkesbury River Train Station at Brooklyn.

The boats are large, stable and comfortable catamarans, each with a well-stocked bar on board so you can have a glass of wine or beer with your lunch.

Bookings are essential as they are often full, but payment can be made either online or over the phone. The Riverboat Postman looks forward to welcoming you on board soon!

Memberships

Charter Vessel Association
Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
Visitor Information Centre

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