Cairns Dinner Cruise
Departs daily from Cairns Marlin Marina 6.15pm
A warm tropical night, calm waters and great food — enjoy a relaxing dinner cruise savouring a lavish buffet spread featuring an array of hot and cold dishes, fresh local seafood, and local delicacies. Cruise along Trinity Inlet with stunning views of Cairns after dark.
Enjoy a relaxing evening cruising on a luxury 26-metre sailing catamaran gliding the calm waters of Trinity Inlet and Cairns Harbour.
Luxury Catamaran: The two-level Spirit of Cairns has exterior decks and an air-conditioned interior ensuring a comfortable experience.
Scenic Transition: Witness the sights and sounds of Cairns’ tropical port city as it transitions from day to night, offering a unique perspective.
Pre-Dinner Drink: Begin the evening with a refreshing pre-dinner drink. The water is calm, the weather mild, and the night is yours to enjoy.
Sumptuous Buffet: View Dinner Menu
Sit down to a sumptuous buffet meal with a wide range of hot and cold dishes, fresh seafood, and delicious local produce.
Fully Licensed: Spirit of Cairns sailing catamaran is fully licensed, selling a wide range of beverages to complement your meal and enhance your evening. This is Cairns’ only dinner cruise and is a popular experience.
Live Entertainment: Spirit of Cairns now features live music performances every evening from Sunday through Thursday. Each week, you can look forward to a fresh lineup of musicians bringing the perfect soundtrack to your evening, whether it’s smooth acoustic vibes, soulful vocals, or upbeat tunes to get you dancing.
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Inclusions
- Welcome glass of sparkling wine, beer or soft drink
- 2.5-hour calm water evening cruise
- Delicious three-course buffet menu
- Live Entertainment Thursday – Sunday
- Spirit of Cairns is a non smoking vessel and does not cater for those with limited mobility as the access to the toilets is via steep stairs to the lower deck.
Frequently asked Questions
How many people are on the dinner cruise
Spirit of Cairns accommodates up to 80 guests for dining
Is the Dinner Cruise suitable for children
Child fares are for ages 4-14 inclusive. Children must be under parental supervision at all times. Children are not permitted on the outer decks without being accompanied by a parent or adult supervisor. Infants (aged 0-3) are permitted on board free of charge; however, please note there are no high chairs or changing facilities on board. If you wish your infant to have a meal you will need to book a child fare.
Do they cater to special dietary requirements
The buffet menu contain a range of dishes suitable for vegetarians and other special dietary requirements. However, you must mention any special allergy or dietary requirements when booking to ensure we can cater to your needs.
Is the Dinner cruise suitable for wheelchairs or mobility friendly
Unfortunately, the Spirit of Cairns catamaran is not wheelchair accessible. The vessel has several stairs to navigate when boarding and accessing the toilets, as well as narrow doorways, which may pose difficulties for guests with mobility impairments.
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