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Glide silently on a hybrid-powered catamaran as the Noosa River turns gold. This 90-minute sunset cruise combines comfortable lounge seating, a welcome drink and local nibblers with calm wildlife watching and panoramic river views.
Glide silently on a hybrid-powered catamaran as the Noosa River turns gold. This 90-minute sunset cruise combines comfortable lounge seating, a welcome drink and local nibblers with calm wildlife watching and panoramic river views.
The sun eases toward the horizon and the Noosa River takes on a copper edge; aboard HV Stillwater you settle into wide lounge seating as the catamaran slips away from the Sofitel jetty. Electric propulsion hushes the engines and the river seems to lean in, daring you to notice birds, mangrove roots and the slow choreography of tides.
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Operated by Noosa Ferry & Cruise Company · Noosa Heads, Queensland
The sun eases toward the horizon and the Noosa River takes on a copper edge; aboard HV Stillwater you settle into wide lounge seating as the catamaran slips away from the Sofitel jetty. Electric propulsion hushes the engines and the river seems to lean in, daring you to notice birds, mangrove roots and the slow choreography of tides.
This stretch of river is young in geological terms—a river channel carved since the last sea-level rise—and the shoreline tells human stories too: Kabi Kabi (Gubbi Gubbi) people long used these waters for food and travel, and 19th–20th century timber and fishing industries shaped nearby settlements. Today Noosa’s mix of beach culture and river ecology shows in the low-slung houses of Noosaville and the protected bushland upriver.
Expect gentle cruising rather than an adrenaline run: panoramic views, light shared nibbles and a welcome drink are included in the 90-minute experience. Wildlife is common—kookaburras, black swans and the occasional dolphin or goanna—visible from the deck as the vessel moves between shaded mangrove corridors and open water.
Practical note: departures are from Sofitel Jetty (Hastings St) or Pelican Boat Hire, Noosaville; choose based on where you’re staying. Bring a light wind layer for the evening chill, insect repellent for river edges, and a camera with steady settings for low-light shots. The boat is wheelchair-accessible and family-friendly; additional drinks are available on board. Arrive 15 minutes early for boarding and plan a relaxed connection back to Hastings St where dining options await.
Departures are from Sofitel Jetty at Hastings St or Pelican Boat Hire in Noosaville—select your pickup point when booking.
Yes—HV Stillwater and the boarding arrangements are wheelchair accessible; indicate any needs when booking.
A welcome alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage and shared light nibbles are included; additional drinks are available for purchase on board.
For a full refund cancel at least 24 hours before departure; trips may be cancelled for bad weather or insufficient travelers.
Noosa Ferry & Cruise Company operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The sun eases toward the horizon and the Noosa River takes on a copper edge; aboard HV Stillwater you settle into wide lounge seating as the catamaran slips away from the Sofitel jetty. Electric propulsion hushes the engines and the river seems to lean in, daring you to notice birds, mangrove roots and the slow choreography of tides.
The sun eases toward the horizon and the Noosa River takes on a copper edge; aboard HV Stillwater you settle into wide lounge seating as the catamaran slips away from the Sofitel jetty. Electric propulsion hushes the engines and the river seems to lean in, daring you to notice birds, mangrove roots and the slow choreography of tides.
This stretch of river is young in geological terms—a river channel carved since the last sea-level rise—and the shoreline tells human stories too: Kabi Kabi (Gubbi Gubbi) people long used these waters for food and travel, and 19th–20th century timber and fishing industries shaped nearby settlements. Today Noosa’s mix of beach culture and river ecology shows in the low-slung houses of Noosaville and the protected bushland upriver.
Expect gentle cruising rather than an adrenaline run: panoramic views, light shared nibbles and a welcome drink are included in the 90-minute experience. Wildlife is common—kookaburras, black swans and the occasional dolphin or goanna—visible from the deck as the vessel moves between shaded mangrove corridors and open water.
Practical note: departures are from Sofitel Jetty (Hastings St) or Pelican Boat Hire, Noosaville; choose based on where you’re staying. Bring a light wind layer for the evening chill, insect repellent for river edges, and a camera with steady settings for low-light shots. The boat is wheelchair-accessible and family-friendly; additional drinks are available on board. Arrive 15 minutes early for boarding and plan a relaxed connection back to Hastings St where dining options await.