Mildura Paddle Steamers
Highlights
- Embark on a two-hour cruise through Mildura's Lock 11, immersing in the scenic beauty of the Murray Darling River.
- Savour a delicious spit roast carvery dinner on the Thursday evening cruise, complemented by live entertainment along the tranquil riverbanks.
- Explore the rich history of paddleboats with a live commentary, enhancing your understanding of the region's heritage.
- Charter a vessel for weddings or functions, creating unforgettable memories on the iconic waters of Mildura.
Mildura Paddle Steamers offer a range of cruises aboard the two vessels in their fleet; Paddle Vessel Rothbury (1881) and the Paddle Boat Mundoo (1987).
Departing from Mildura Wharf, Mildura Paddle Steamers are a family owned and operated business, now into the third generation, after it was established by Captain Alby Pointon and his wife Freda, in 1955.
The vessels are available for charter, weddings, functions, conferences, coach groups and other groups.
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Tour/s
Two Hour Cruise
This cruise offers a relaxing two hour cruise downstream through Mildura’s Lock 11 (and return) on board the Paddle Vessel Rothbury.
A comprehensive live commentary is provided, providing an educational insight on the Murray Darling River system and their environs, and the history of the paddleboats. This cruise has been running continuously for over 50-years and suits all ages.
A light lunch – sandwiches, cakes, tea, coffee and cool drinks are available on board and the vessel is fully licensed.
The Paddle Boat Mundoo operates this cruise occasionally, when passenger numbers exceed the Paddle Vessel Rothbury’s capacity.
Thursday Evening Dinner Cruise
A relaxing evening dinner cruise aboard the Paddle Vessel Rothbury, cruising upstream from Mildura while enjoying a spit roast carvery dinner.
Live entertainment is provided giving patrons the opportunity to dance if they choose, or to merely sit back and enjoy the tranquil floodlit river banks created by the PV Rothbury’s powerful floodlights. This cruise suits all age groups.
The PV Mundoo will conduct this cruise if passenger numbers exceed the PV Rothbury’s capacity.
Memberships
- Charter Vessel Association
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Visitor Information Centre
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