For ages 5+ • 3-Hour Lunch Cruise on the Clyde River
Spend a relaxed three hours on the Clyde River aboard the MV Escapade, enjoying The Boatshed's famous fish and chips, a licensed bar and a 20-minute stop at historic Nelligen. This family-friendly lunch cruise out of Batemans Bay is an easy half-day way to see estuarine wildlife and coastal scenery.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Low fitness required; suitable for most ages from five upward though mobility limitations may affect boarding.
Wildlife
History
Nelligen served as a river port supporting timber and 19th-century mining routes, giving the town its authentic coastal-village character.
Conservation
Keep waste onboard to a minimum, choose biodegradable packaging where possible and respect wildlife by observing from the vessel without feeding animals.
For ages 5+ • 3-Hour Lunch Cruise on the Clyde River
Boarding & Arrival
Arrive by 11:00 at the 'T' wharf next to 'The Boatshed' (1 Clyde Street) to board before the 11:30 departure.
Dress for Wind
Bring a light wind layer for the covered top deck; breezes off the estuary can be cool even on sunny days.
Wildlife Watching
Scan shallow edges and open water for bottlenose dolphins and black swans—binoculars help for distant sightings.
Kids & Stopover
Use the 20-minute Nelligen stop to stretch legs and visit the small park or take-away shops; keep an eye on young children near the jetty.
Light wind jacket
Protects against estuary breezes on the top deck.
Sunscreen & hat
Open-deck exposure makes sun protection important during summer departures.
summer
Binoculars
Helps spot birds, dolphins and distant river features.
Camera or smartphone
For capturing river vistas, onboard dining moments and wildlife sightings.