Kalgan Queen Scenic Cruises: A Sheltered Water Wildlife Tour with Live Commentary

Embark on a scenic cruise with Kalgan Queen and explore the sheltered waters of Oyster Harbour and the ancient Kalgan River. Enjoy live commentary about the history, wildlife, and the significance of Albany as the home of ANZAC. Get up close to wildlife and marvel at the underwater world through the glass bottom of the vessel.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kalgan River - See wildlife which includes on a regular basis Hawks, Eagles, Pelicans and Kangaroos. Learn the history, both European and Dreamtime whilst cruising on the worlds oldest continually flowing river.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Tea and coffee
Additional Information

Embark on a journey across the serene waters of Oyster Harbour and the historic Kalgan River, indulging in a lively and amusing narrative about its history, wildlife, and why Albany is known as the birthplace of ANZAC. With over eighteen years of serving this route, the local fauna has integrated us into their ecosystem. You’ll experience a firsthand…

Location
Swarbrick Street
Turn left from Emu Point Drive into Clark Street which becomes Swarbrick Street and takes you to the Boat Pens.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Jason
Dec 22, 2024
Top activity in Albany - I honestly didn’t think this could have been the top rated activity to do in Albany, until I actually did it. Second time in Albany, and although Albany is such a beautiful place to visit… this was the top activity I’ve had the pleasure of doing in the area. Captain Jack is such a treasure of Albany. His interesting and humorous stories make the whole trip educational and entertaining. Thoroughly enjoyed by my 13 and 14.5year old sons who we are taking on a “screen break holiday” who would also give 5 stars! He gives excellent commentary on local history, wildlife, and natural structures. He also works tirelessly serving tourists by himself everyday bar three days a year when they are operational (all year round except June July and August). This work ethic and his ability to put on a great show for his clients make this outstanding. Thanks Jack!
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Shannone320
Dec 9, 2024
Such an amazing day out in Albany - We had the most amazing day on the Kalgan Queen. Captain Jack was an incredible host, so much history, facts and information ready to share, and lots of great humour. It was a gorgeous day and the Ospreys and White-Bellied Sea Eagles were such a highlight, the pelicans were so delightful too of course, especially seeing their breeding ground. Couldn't recommend this trip highly enough, it far surpassed our expectations. Thank you so much Captain Jack.
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P5738qrmarkb
Nov 30, 2024
River cruise with a difference!!! - If you take this cruise make sure you take a windproof jacket and long pants, we didn't and froze!!!! Fortunately everything on the cruise made up for the cold. From the close up, beautiful pelicans to the fantastic seabird life, diving into the river to get the fish thrown in, made it a wonderful experience. Captain Jack's amazing local knowledge and commentary, food including oyster tasting, delicious damper, honey sampling and tea or coffee to wash it all down all were an absolute delight.
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973leannea
Nov 27, 2024
Fantastic river cruise - Fantastic cruise from start to finish. Very informative and humorous stories about the history of the river and the flora and fauna that live there from the captain.. Highly recommended this river cruise for everyone. Great photo opportunities to see large hawks picking up fish off the water. Close encounters with the pelicans too.
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Bevd671
Nov 25, 2024
Pelicans plus - We took this tour with a cruise ship excursion and were delighted with the experience. Jack was a wonderful host and has extensive knowledge of the waterways and birdlike especially his mate Perch the pelican. We can highly recommed the tour and the damper, tea and strawberries with honey were a real treat.
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S5309grjeans
Nov 23, 2024
Second time round - Just wonderful. Second time for me and it did not disappoint. We had a smile on our face the whole time. Captain Jack knows his history and his anecdotes are funny and quirky. The snacks and the damper were delicious. Thoroughly recommend.
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Martin_e
Nov 22, 2024
Amazing trip - Captain Jack makes the whole trip so informative and funny. Also the birds of pray were amazing. Would definitely recommend people to take this trip you won't be disappointed.
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Hughr404
Nov 13, 2024
6 out of 5 from us - Scots living in Perth. We have to give Jack the 3 "F's" for this as the host. Not 3 fingers but F for Fabulous, Friendly & Factual. Jack is the Steve Irwin equivalent for knowledge and caring for the local bird life. It is obvious he has high passion for everything he does. I went expecting a leisurely cruise which it was but it was also highly entertaining and educational. Also a great poet - must have a bit of Rabbie Burns in him. A great day out and well worth the money.
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Misswicky
Nov 8, 2024
Informative and entertaining - Your was excellent. Highly recommend Jack was very entertaining and full of information Samples of food were great especially the damper bread Loved the intimate relationship with his pelican Perch. Added bonus seeing wildlife come to boat enticed with a feed of fish Well done Jack
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X3200htsandram
Nov 6, 2024
Friend from Scotland - Fantastic time great atmosphere 😊 made it fun and very informative ⭐️ second time I have been and no hesitation to recommend this tour to anyone ⭐️⭐️⭐️
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