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Swan River, Perth

4.7

#1 of 254 in Nature in Western Australia

Must see · Water Body · Nature / Park

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Swan River provides an excellent venue for enjoying a sunny day in Perth. Like the locals, you can boat, fish, kayak, and swim in the clean water, or enjoy a picnic and view from the riverbanks. Various companies provide river cruises, introducing you to an ecosystem that includes water plants, fish, crabs, dolphins, osprey, pelicans, and black swans. Head upriver to the Swan Valley to tour a winery or downriver to see historic Fremantle at the river's mouth. To visit Swan River on your holiday in Perth, and find out what else Perth has to offer, use our Perth.

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Tours to Swan River

FROM $93 BOOK WITH VIATOR Perth East Foreshore and City Segway Tour Perth East Foreshore and City Segway Tour

4.9

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

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FROM $152 BOOK WITH VIATOR Swan Valley Gourmet Wine Cruise from Perth Swan Valley Gourmet Wine Cruise from Perth

4.7

Duration: 7 hours 15 minutes

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FROM $89 BOOK WITH VIATOR Discover Rottnest with Ferry & Bus Tour Discover Rottnest with Ferry & Bus Tour

4.6

Duration: 8 hours

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FROM $77 BOOK WITH VIATOR Experience Rottnest with Ferry & Bike Hire Experience Rottnest with Ferry & Bike Hire

4.3

Duration: 8 hours

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FROM $81 BOOK WITH VIATOR Rottnest Island Round-Trip Ferry from Perth Rottnest Island Round-Trip Ferry from Perth

4.3

Duration: 7 to 8 hours

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FROM $102 BOOK WITH VIATOR Adventure Rottnest Tour with Ferry & Adventure Cruise Adventure Rottnest Tour with Ferry & Adventure Cruise

4.5

Duration: 8 hours

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FROM $105 BOOK WITH VIATOR Perth Swan River Dinner Cruise Perth Swan River Dinner Cruise

4.3

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

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FROM $37 BOOK WITH VIATOR Swan River Scenic Cruise Swan River Scenic Cruise

4.2

Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes

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FROM $65 BOOK WITH VIATOR Fremantle Lunch Cruise Fremantle Lunch Cruise

4.4

Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes

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FROM $29 BOOK WITH VIATOR One way or Return Sightseeing Cruise between Perth and Fremantle One way or Return Sightseeing Cruise between Perth and Fremantle

4.4

Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

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FROM $135 BOOK WITH VIATOR Swan Valley River Cruise and Wine Tasting Day Trip from Perth Swan Valley River Cruise and Wine Tasting Day Trip from Perth

4.6

Duration: 8 hours

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FROM $86 BOOK WITH VIATOR Perth to Rottnest Island Roundtrip Ferry Ticket Perth to Rottnest Island Roundtrip Ferry Ticket

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Duration: 9 hours

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Swan River reviews

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4.6

By Rachael951

The water is peaceful and relaxing and calming and it was lovely to see jellyfish swimming in the river. It was busy in parts with runners and walkers but always relaxing by the water. Take your time.... more

The water is peaceful and relaxing and calming and it was lovely to see jellyfish swimming in the river. It was busy in parts with runners and walkers but always relaxing by the water. Take your time.... more »
By G7493RVjenniferf

The Swan River is amazing and has walking/bike paths all along it. There are safe areas where you can swim and boat ramps for you to launch your boat. Fishing and crabbing are popular. To just...

The Swan River is amazing and has walking/bike paths all along it. There are safe areas where you can swim and boat ramps for you to launch your boat. Fishing and crabbing are popular. To just... more »
By SS165073

A young woman was attacked and killed by a shark most likely a bull shark and this river is clearly unsafe to swim in or be on jet skis, please take care and don’t underestimate nature after all its..... more

A young woman was attacked and killed by a shark most likely a bull shark and this river is clearly unsafe to swim in or be on jet skis, please take care and don’t underestimate nature after all its..... more »

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By Sony Djuana

Great place, nice beaches

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By Rajarama. Maiya

Swan River Scenic Cruise on Captain Cook Cruises for 2 hours 45 minutes is one of the must try itinerary in your Perth Trip. You can witness the beautiful view of Swan River in your journey from Perth to Fremantle and vice versa.

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By Clint Barton

One of the beautiful places in Perth. I come here in morning for the jogging. The environment is peaceful and enthusiastic. People come here for daily walk and cheer the amazing environment. Children come to play with their parents. This is quite a good hub for water sport where different water sports are available for all visitors.

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By Liisa Grace Baun

Such a pretty scenic river! It’s well worth the views. I’ve been on the Rottnest express and Captain cook cruises this past week and there’s so much to see and take in.

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By Susan Pocock

Very enjoyable sailing on the Duyfken and learning about it's history. All the crew members were very approachable. Must thank Elly for her tireless work in making sure everyone was looked after.

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