2.5 hours - Forster New Years Fireworks Cruise
Ring in the New Year aboard the Free Spirit on Wallis Lake, for a 2.5-hour dinner cruise featuring gourmet dining and spectacular fireworks over Forster’s calm waters.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2.5 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness level required; suitable for all ages.
Wildlife
History
Wallis Lake has been a vital area for the local Worimi people for thousands of years and later became a hub for oyster farming in the region.
Conservation
Operators on Wallis Lake prioritize eco-friendly practices to protect the estuary’s delicate ecosystem and support sustainable tourism.
Free Spirit Cruises
2.5 hours - Forster New Years Fireworks Cruise
Free Spirit Cruises is a passenger cruise operator based in Forster, New South Wales. The company runs scheduled scenic cruises and private charters on Wallis Lake and nearby rivers, including the Coolongolook and Wallamba waterways.
Services include seasonal event cruises — such as Christmas Lunch, New Year’s Eve Fireworks Dinner, and Sunset Cruises — plus regular Discovery Lunch and Lunch-at-Coomba-Aquatic-Club voyages. All public cruises feature table-served meals, freshly prepared food, and a licensed bar on board.
The Coolongolook River Cruise follows a historic logging route to the Old Cedar Wharf at Coolongolook and includes morning tea, lunch, and dessert served onboard. The Discovery Lunch Cruise and Christmas Lunch both offer two-course meals with opportunities to spot dolphins and birdlife across Wallis Lake. The New Year’s Eve Fireworks Dinner Cruise includes a three-course menu with options for varied dietary needs.
Private charter options accommodate up to 70 guests for events such as birthdays, weddings, corporate functions, and family gatherings; clients may choose professional catering or bring their own provisions. Morning tea is provided on selected longer cruises, and the Lunch-at-the-On-the-Lake-Bistro itinerary includes a 1.5-hour club stop.
Bookings are essential for seasonal and special-event cruises. Free Spirit Cruises operates from Forster, providing local knowledge of waterways and wildlife viewing opportunities. Photographers, families, and groups seeking a coastal river or lake cruise can find a variety of timed, catered, and private options tailored to Forster’s Wallis Lake region. Reservation details, departure times, and accessibility information are available when booking each cruise online directly.
Location
Forster, NSW
Operating from Forster, New South Wales
Tours Offered
8 trips
Includes lunch, sunset, river and charter
Charter Capacity
Up to 70 guests
Ideal for events and private groups
Typical Durations
2–4 hours
Cruises from two to four hours
Reserve seats for seasonal events or schedule a private charter for up to 70 guests — bookings essential.
Book Early
This popular New Year’s Eve cruise sells out quickly—reserve your spot well in advance.
Dress for the Evening
Wear smart casual attire and bring a jacket; evening temperatures on the lake can get cool.
Arrive on Time
Boarding begins about 30 minutes before departure to ensure a smooth start to the evening.
Dietary Requests
Notify the operator ahead of time about any special dietary needs to customize your meal.
Warm Jacket
Even summer evenings on the lake can get chilly after sunset.
summer
Camera
To capture fireworks and lake scenery during the cruise.
Comfortable Shoes
You’ll be boarding and moving around the vessel comfortably.
Sunscreen
Protect yourself from any daytime sun exposure before boarding.
summer