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Thursday and Friday
Enjoy you a relaxed lunch cruise on the iconic paddle wheelers with Kookaburra Showboat Cruises. Explore the beautiful riverscape, soak up the sunshine from the outdoor decks and enjoy live, fun & informative commentary on board.
Take in the views as we leisurely cruise the waterways of the city, whilst indulging in a modern smorgasbord, featuring fresh contemporary dishes, a sensational salad bar and delectable desserts.
See Brisbane’s best sights including the beautiful Botanic Gardens, Kangaroo Point cliffs, Maritime Museum, Southbank precinct, the Story Bridge and many more of this city’s spectacular attractions.
• Scenic day cruise on the Brisbane River
• Seasonal Contemporary Buffet
• Live commentary
Thursday & Friday
Adult $49
Concession^ $39
Child (4-12yrs) $20
Infant Free*
*One free infant per adult. ^Concession applies to Seniors & Students. ID Required.
Served in addition to the buffet. Small platters serve 6 | Large Platters serve 10.
All platters must be ordered a minimum of 3 days prior to your cruise date.
Canapes Platter SML $99 | LRG $160
- Sun-blushed tomato, feta, French toast
- Smoked salmon salad in brioche shell
- Angus beef rolls, tomato relish
- Chicken & mushroom dumpling, lime soy
(24 pieces per small platter | 40 pieces per large platter)
Slider Platter SML $96 | LRG $160
- Angus beef, American cheese, lettuce, maple ketchup
- Panko-crumbed chicken, cheddar, garlic aioli
- Crushed falafel, mixed cheese, herb mayo
(12 pieces per small platter | 20 pieces per large platter)
Taco Platter SML $72 | LRG $120
- Grilled Cajun beef, roasted peppers, guacamole
- Crumbed chicken, salsa pico de gallo
- Roasted vegetables, mixed cheese, crushed avocado
(12 pieces per small platter | 21 pieces per large platter)
Antipasto Platter SML $72 | LRG $120
Chef’s selection of cured meat cold cuts, cheese, marinated vegetables, fresh seasonal fruits, grissini, house-made preservatives, baked ciabatta
Cheese Platter SML $64 | LRG $110
Australian farmhouse & international cheese varieties, fresh fruits,
lavosh & crackers, nuts, potted honey and fig jam
Oyster Platter SML $110 | LRG $180
Freshly shucked oysters in ½ shell in two ways
- Greta Garbo: smoked salmon, crème fraiche, mustard caviar, tobiko
- Simply natural with lemon & lime
(24 pieces per small platter | 40 pieces per large platter)
Prawn Platter SML $110 | LRG $180
Crystal Bay Tiger prawns freshly cooked & served on ice. Accompanied by cocktail sauce, lime & caper remoulade, chili lime sauce.
(24 pieces per small platter | 40 pieces per large platter)
Fisherman's Platter SML (serves 2 - 6) $130 | LRG (serves 10) $220
Freshly shucked natural oysters, Morten Bay bugs , Fraser Island spanner crabs, King prawns, marinated N.Z mussels, smoked salmon, dipping sauces
Butchers Block Mixed Meat Platter SML $140 | LRG $220
Black Angus braised rump cap
- 18 hour slow cooked pork belly
- Golden fried chicken wings
- Half roast leg of lamb
Served with seasonal vegetables, red wine jus, mushroom sauce and mint jelly gravy
6 Beverage Tokens $45
6 standard drinks of your choice
10 Beverage Tokens $70
10 standard drinks of your choice
1 Token = 1 Drink, 2 Tokens = 1 Cocktail
Bar Tab
Add a pre paid bar tab
9 inch cake $59
Cakeage $2.50pp (Bring your own cake)
Cake orders must be placed minimum 7 days prior to cruise
Guaranteed window seat $20 per person
For bookings of 2 or 4 only
Guarantee a table next to the window. A limited number of window seats are available on each deck. Please note, request for window seats will be taken into consideration; however guests who have purchased the guaranteed window option will have first priority.
Guaranteed table for 2 $40
Tables of two are limited on board each vessel. A guaranteed table of two is available for an additional price.
Cancellation insurance $5 per person
Cancellation Insurance entitles you to a refund of your ticket price if you need to cancel anytime in the lead up to your cruise. Please note Cancellation Insurance must be purchased by every person in your booking (except for free of charge tickets for example, infants). For example, if 4 adults were booked, 4 cancellation insurance options must be purchased.
Boarding 12pm
Departing 12:30pm
Duration 1.5 – 2 hrs
(subject to tides)
SEASONAL CONTEMPORARY MENU
Baker’s mixed bread with churned butter
Slow-cooked Angus beef, champignon, house gravy (G) (H)
12 hour confit pork, fresh apple, cider jus (G) (D)
Chicken cacciatore, tomato, grilled capsicums, olives, basil (G) (D) (H)
Oven-baked market fish fillet, fresh herbs, Mediterranean salsa verde (G) (D) (H)
Spinach & Ricotta cannelloni, creamy mushroom fricassee, parmesan (V) (H)
Roasted carrot, pumpkin, mustard glaze (G) (D) (H)
Triple cooked new potatoes (G) (D) (H)
Crunchy chicken wings (G) (D) (H)
Potato salad with, crushed eggs, spring onion with seeded mustard aioli (G)
Orzo pasta, sun-blushed tomato, charred vegetables, grated feta, salsa verde
Japanese style cucumber & onion, crispy shallots, sesame, chili lime dressing (D)
Peas & corns, carrot, roasted bell pepper, shredded cheese (G)
Mixed market vegetables, toasted almond, soy ginger dressing (G)
DESSERTS
Dark chocolate fondant (G)
Baked passionfruit cheese cake
Panna cotta, summer berry glaze
Banana & date cake, caramel
Chocolate mousse in espresso cup (G)
Seasonal fresh fruit platter
Whipped cream, mixed berry compote
Subject to change without notice.
OPTIONAL MENU EXTRAS
Add one of our magnificent VIP platters. Try the canapes, sliders, fisherman's seafood or our butchers meat platter. Something to suit everyone's taste bugs, the VIP platters will transform your cruise to one of utter indulgence.
See EXTRAS for further details
Saturday and Sunday
Cruise, wine and dine on board the iconic Kookaburra River Queen paddle wheelers.
Your afternoon will be filled with entertainment, great food and leisurely fun. Enjoy the dance floor or simply delight in the views from the outdoor decks.
Enjoy a delicious seasonal buffet featuring mouth-watering seafood, international dishes, a sensational salad bar and delectable desserts.
Includes free soft drink, juice, sparkling wine, Great Northern and Hahn Premium Light beer.
• Scenic day cruise on the Brisbane River
• Seasonal Contemporary Buffet with seafood
• Live entertainment through out the cruise
• Free bottomless bubbles, selected beer and soft drink!*
*in accordance with Responsible Service of Alcohol rules.
Saturday
Adult $65
Concession^ $55
Child (4-12yrs) $20
Infant Free*
Sunday
Adult $69
Concession^ $59
Child (4-12yrs) $20
Infant Free*
*One free infant per adult. ^Concession applies to Seniors & Students. ID Required.
Served in addition to the buffet. Small platters serve 6 | Large Platters serve 10.
All platters must be ordered a minimum of 3 days prior to your cruise date.
Canapes Platter SML $99 | LRG $160
- Sun-blushed tomato, feta, French toast
- Smoked salmon salad in brioche shell
- Angus beef rolls, tomato relish
- Chicken & mushroom dumpling, lime soy
(24 pieces per small platter | 40 pieces per large platter)
Slider Platter SML $96 | LRG $160
- Angus beef, American cheese, lettuce, maple ketchup
- Panko-crumbed chicken, cheddar, garlic aioli
- Crushed falafel, mixed cheese, herb mayo
(12 pieces per small platter | 20 pieces per large platter)
Taco Platter SML $72 | LRG $120
- Grilled Cajun beef, roasted peppers, guacamole
- Crumbed chicken, salsa pico de gallo
- Roasted vegetables, mixed cheese, crushed avocado
(12 pieces per small platter | 21 pieces per large platter)
Antipasto Platter SML $72 | LRG $120
Chef’s selection of cured meat cold cuts, cheese, marinated vegetables, fresh seasonal fruits, grissini, house-made preservatives, baked ciabatta
Cheese Platter SML $64 | LRG $110
Australian farmhouse & international cheese varieties, fresh fruits,
lavosh & crackers, nuts, potted honey and fig jam
Oyster Platter SML $110 | LRG $180
Freshly shucked oysters in ½ shell in two ways
- Greta Garbo: smoked salmon, crème fraiche, mustard caviar, tobiko
- Simply natural with lemon & lime
(24 pieces per small platter | 40 pieces per large platter)
Prawn Platter SML $110 | LRG $180
Crystal Bay Tiger prawns freshly cooked & served on ice. Accompanied by cocktail sauce, lime & caper remoulade, chili lime sauce.
(24 pieces per small platter | 40 pieces per large platter)
Fisherman's Platter SML (serves 2 - 6) $130 | LRG (serves 10) $220
Freshly shucked natural oysters, Morten Bay bugs , Fraser Island spanner crabs, King prawns, marinated N.Z mussels, smoked salmon, dipping sauces
Butchers Block Mixed Meat Platter SML $140 | LRG $220
Black Angus braised rump cap
- 18 hour slow cooked pork belly
- Golden fried chicken wings
- Half roast leg of lamb
Served with seasonal vegetables, red wine jus, mushroom sauce and mint jelly gravy
6 Beverage Tokens $45
6 standard drinks of your choice
10 Beverage Tokens $70
10 standard drinks of your choice
1 Token = 1 Drink, 2 Tokens = 1 Cocktail
Bar Tab
Add a pre paid bar tab
9 inch cake $59
Cakeage $2.50pp (Bring your own cake)
Cake orders must be placed minimum 7 days prior to cruise
Guaranteed window seat $20 per person
For bookings of 2 or 4 only
Guarantee a table next to the window. A limited number of window seats are available on each deck. Please note, request for window seats will be taken into consideration; however guests who have purchased the guaranteed window option will have first priority.
Guaranteed table for 2 $40
Tables of two are limited on board each vessel. A guaranteed table of two is available for an additional price.
Cancellation insurance $5 per person
Should you have any concerns that you may need to amend your booking, Cancellation Insurance can be purchased at $5 per person.
Saturday & Sunday
Boarding 12:00pm
Departs 1:00pm
Returning 3:30pm
(subject to tides)
SEASONAL CONTEMPORARY BUFFET
Baker’s mixed bread with churned butter
Slow-cooked Angus beef, champignon, house gravy (G) (H)
12 hour confit pork, fresh apple, cider jus (G) (D)
Chicken cacciatore, tomato, grilled capsicums, olives, basil (G) (D) (H)
Oven-baked market fish fillet, fresh herbs, Mediterranean salsa verde (G) (D) (H)
Spinach & Ricotta cannelloni, creamy mushroom fricassee, parmesan (V) (H)
Roasted carrot, pumpkin, mustard glaze (G) (D) (H)
Triple cooked new potatoes (G) (D) (H)
Crunchy chicken wings (G) (D) (H)
Potato salad with, crushed eggs, spring onion with seeded mustard aioli (G)
Orzo pasta, sun-blushed tomato, charred vegetables, grated feta, salsa verde
Japanese style cucumber & onion, crispy shallots, sesame, chili lime dressing (D)
Peas & corns, carrot, roasted bell pepper, shredded cheese (G)
Mixed market vegetables, toasted almond, soy ginger dressing (G)
DESSERTS
Dark chocolate fondant (G)
Baked passionfruit cheese cake
Panna cotta, summer berry glaze
Banana & date cake, caramel
Chocolate mousse in espresso cup (G)
Seasonal fresh fruit platter
Whipped cream, mixed berry compote
Subject to change without notice.
OPTIONAL MENU EXTRAS
Add one of our magnificent VIP platters. Try the canapes, sliders, fisherman's seafood or our butchers meat platter. Something to suit everyone's taste bugs, the VIP platters will transform your cruise to one of utter indulgence.
See EXTRAS for further details
Departing from Eagle Street Pier, we head out for the first of many perfect photo opportunities along the Brisbane River.
Enjoy the sights as we leisurely cruise past the beautiful botanic gardens, kangaroo point cliffs, maritime museum, Southbank precinct, the Brisbane wheel and many more of the city's sensational attractions.
A sure scenery highlight would have to be the iconic Story Bridge - a heritage-listed steel cantilever bridge that connects the north and south of Brisbane.
