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Peels Thunderbird Cruise

Peels Cruises
Cruise the Lakes in StyleCome aboard the Thunderbird, the largest cruist boat in Lakes Entrance. Treat yourself to a Cruise of the Gippsland Lakes in comfort. Fully enclosed seating, with large upper viewing decks. A fully stocked bar and snack bar is onboard for your convenience, serving alcohol, soft drinks and snacks.
Where do you go?The Thunderbird does several cruises of the Lakes, a 70km Scenic Cruise covering Lake King and Lake Victoria, or a 35km trip into Lake King and around the shores of Metung. We also have a short cruise for those wishing to sample our unique Lake System.
Pelicans
Elevated viewing platform ensures excellent sightings of the Lake Wildlife

Your skippers, The Peels, have been cruising the Lakes for 40 years.
With their extensive knowlege of the Lake system, you'll experience the history and the Natural Wonders of Gippsland Lakes.
It's not unusual to sight dolphins, seals and an abundant range of birdlife whilst cruising through the Lakes.
Peels Cruise Map
Daily* 11:30 - 12:45pm
Daily 2pm - 4:30pm
*Thurs 10 - 12noon
Three Cruises. All departures are from near the ClockTower, The Esplanade, Lakes Entrance. It's right across the road from the Post Office.

Our Ticket Office is on the Foreshore - Peels Cruises.
You can make your booking online, pay your deposit, arrive 15 minutes early, it's that easy! Or call us on 03 9013 8363
Bancroft Bay
Daily: 11:30-12noon
Adults: $26
Children: $13

Daily: 2pm-4:30pm
Adults: $38.50
Children: $19.25
Seniors: $34

Thurs: 10-12noon
Adults: $34
Seniors: $29
Rigby Island
The afternoon Cruise travels the Gippsland Lakes for 70 km, taking in breathtaking sights of islands and nature.

It cruises through Reeve Channel, Bancroft Bay, Lake King, passing Paynesville, Sperm Whale Head National Park, into Lake Victoria, rounding Raymond Island then around the shores of Metung and into Chinaman's Creek.

We don't guarantee sightings of wildlife, but we do our best to show you the Natural Wonder of the largest lake system in Australia.

TheHub Lakes Entrance

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    Find out What's On, Book a Cruise, or pickup a Brochure.
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  • Internet Internet Cafe
    Full speed Broadband and WiFi available. Bring your own Laptop.
  • Traffic Where are we?
    At the Traffic Lights in Lakes Entrance. There's only one set.

Thunderbird Cruise Booking Essential

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Thunderbird Cruise Rates

Cruises may vary due to Weather or Season
Times to be confirmed on a weekly basis

Wed. & Sat. - 2pm - 4:30pm
Adults: $38.50 - Seniors $34
Kids: $19.25


Cancellation Policy
We require 7 days notification of cancellation prior to sailing for a full refund of deposit, otherwise a 10% administration fee will be charged.   Cruises subject to change and/or weather conditions at the skippers discretion.

Thunderbird Cruise Deals

  • Departs from Post Office Jetty
  • Pensioner and Group Discounts
  • Ticket Office on the Esplanade
  • Full Kiosk on board