Eco Cruises on the Port Hacking Explorer II

The Port Hacking River is littered with sandbars from Cronulla through to the Royal National Park and because of this, a large percent of the river is inaccessible to many boats - but not for the Explorer II.

The Port Hacking Explorer II is purpose built for shallow waterways and is able to cruise through the water with a depth of only 50cm, allowing access to places along the Port Hacking such as Muddy Creek, Fisherman's Bay, Winifred Falls and the Audley Weir at low tide.

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We travel up river to the Royal National Park where, if you choose to, you can disembark and explore historical Audley. There are many activities to take part in at Audley ranging from bushwalking, bicycle hire for the forest trail, canoe or row boat hire to explore the  5 kilometre fresh water section of the Hacking River. If you prefer to relax and enjoy the tranquil setting, you can pack a picnic lunch and find a spot along the river bank to relax. (drop off only).

Departing at 11:00am, you can order lunch from our onboard menu. All orders are made fresh and picked up along the way. The Port Hacking Explorer II has a well stocked fully licenced bar which enables you to enjoy a chilled glass of wine or an icy cold beer with your lunch.

The Port Hacking Explorer II has onboard restroom facilities. 

There is certainly no better way to explore Port Hacking.

Join us for a cruise on the Port Hacking River

We will provide a full commentary onboard including the history of the port and the flora & fauna found in the area whilst you enjoy bottomless cups of tea and coffee with home style biscuits.

• Your Skipper/tour guide will skim by secluded beaches and sandbars such as Deeban Spit on the way to Red Jack's Point and Constens Point giving you the perfect opportunity to photograph Pelicans, Spoonbills, Migratory Waders and other birds in their natural habitat.
• Your skipper/tour guide will call in at the Meadows, Wentworth's Fountain (only accessible by boat) and then on to explore the mangrove forest giving a talk about the ecology of the grey mangroves and all that inhabits the estuary of Muddy Creek.

Cruise to the end of the Hacking River and arrive at the famous Audley Weir, gateway to the Royal National Park, where you can disembark and explore everything historic Audley has to offer. (please inform the booking office when making your booking if you will be disimbarking at Audley)

Alternatively, stay on board for a round trip and see some of Sydney’s most magnificent waterfront properties as we cruise back to Cronulla.

Cruise Costs

• $33.00 Adults
• $22.00 Seniors (Australian senior Card holders only)
• $22.00 Children (3 to 12 & under 3 is free)

If you disembark there is a $3.00 park entry fee per person. Tour includes; Afternoon Tea, Commentary & Cruise.

Cruise Times

• Cronulla Wharf (departure)      11:00 am
• Lunch pickup                        12:00pm
• Historic Audley                      1:00 pm
• Cronulla Wharf                       2:30 pm
• Times may vary acording to unscheduled stops to view flora & fauna along the way. 
• Cruises run on a Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday. (Group bookings taken on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Fridays)
• A perfect day for families, groups, couples and singles.
• This tour requires a minimum of 10 adults to run.

Bookings Essential

Phone (02) 9544 1400

Our cancellation policy: 

Tickets cancelled with more than 24 hours notice, will not incur a  cancellation fee. Tickets cancelled without notice will incur a fee equal to each seat booked at the quoted rate. 

                    Thank you for booking with us.

We look forward to welcoming you onboard & showcasing what we believe to be Sydneys most beautiful waterway.

Cronulla Cruises reserves the right to cancel cruises without notice. Prices are subject to change.