Peels Cruises History

The Peel family have been operating these waters for generations and have extensive knowledge of the Lake System and its habitat, it is not unusual to see dolphins, seals, sea birds including sea eagles and of course the natural beauty of the waterways.  The skippers commentary gives you a better understanding of this vast lakes system which is the largest inland waterway in Australia.

Cruises - Several cruises are available for you to choose on any given day

There is the 70 kilometer cruise aboard The Thunderbird covering Lake King and Lake Victoria or a 35km cruise aboard Stormbird into Lake King and around the shores of Metung with lunch at the hotel.

There is also a short cruise aboard The Thunderbird which many visitors enjoy.

Our Ticket Office is on the Foreshore at the front of the Post Office Jetty (near Clock Tower) It is recommended that you allow at least 15-20 minutes prior to departure to purchase your ticket, if you haven’t done so already. Also allows you the time to get settled on board – no rushing!

Call us on 03 9013 8363 for further information 

Thunderbird Cruise

“The Thunderbird” is the largest, most recognized charter boat operating on the Gippsland Lakes. 20 meters in length the aluminium catamaran is licensed to carry 190 passengers and has fully enclosed seating with large upper deck offering excellent viewing of Australia’s largest inland lake system. A fully enclosed snack bar serves alcohol, soft drinks and snacks.

See below for cruise times and pricing.

* Pensioner/Group Discounts Available

4 Hour Stormbird Cruise Includes Lunch at the Metung Hotel

Picturesque 30km cruise through the Gippsland Lakes aboard the ML Stormbird (fully enclosed cabin) to Metung for lunch – a most enjoyable holiday experience for all ages. The four hour Cruise takes you into Lake King, then around the shores of Metung to the hotel for lunch. Stormbird docks in Metung for 2 hours, so after a hearty  lunch and perhaps a wine or two, you will have time to explore the town’s shops and attractions before boarding for the return trip which takes you around Rigby Island and Chinaman’s Creek.

Adults: $50 includes Lunch
Children: $14
Children: Under 6 Free (Lunch to be purchased for Children)

Prices:

Please Note:

* Please state age of children in email enquiries below.

Cancellation Policy if Pre Booked

Peels Cruises 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.

Contact Us:

Type:	AnyThunderbird Cruise - Daily: 11:30-12noonThunderbird Cruise - Daily: 2pm-4:30pmThunderbird Cruise - Thurs Only: 10-12noonThunderbird Cruise - Weds & Sat Only: 70 km Cruise: Daily - 2pm - 4:30pm4 Hour Stormbird Cruise - Includes Lunch at the Metung Hotel - 11am - 3pm
Preferred Date:	(optional)
No. of Adults:	012345678910 Children: 012345678910 *Please state age in comments below
Name:	*
Email:	*
Phone:
Mobile Phone:
Comments:
How did you find us?  Please Select... www.coastalstays.com www.coastalstays.com/lakesentrance Google Search Other Search Word of Mouth Repeat Customer Printed Map or Brochure Other
Security Code:
	* By submitting your enquiry you hereby accept our website Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

Contact Details:

Disclaimer: Peels Lake Cruises, staff and agents have made every endeavour to ensure that details appearing on this website are correct at the time of publication, but accept no responsibility for any inaccuracy of misdescription, whether by inclusion or omission, nor does the owners of the CoastalStays group of websites accept any responsibility for subsequent changes in details or services shown.