Waikato
River Cruise, Hamilton
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By
Richard Moore
The
Waipa Delta is a nifty paddleboat that conducts river cruises
up and down the Waikato River.
Based
in Hamilton, the Waipa Delta is a replica paddleboat from
around 1876.
A
cruise of the Waipa Delta is a relaxing way to see the river
areas of central Hamilton and each journey allows you to
partake of either lunches, afternoon teas (with excellent
jam and cream scones) and meals in the evening.
It
is available for charter and music cruises are also undertaken.
The
Lunchtime Cruise:
Boards at 12pm departs at 12.30pm returns at 2pm. Offering
the best view of the Waikato River, local history, landmarks
and riverbank life. This cruise comes complete with either
buffet or a la carte stonegrill dependent on numbers. $43
per adult inclusive gst, family pass $118.
The
Afternoon Tea Cruise:
Boards at 2.45pm departs at 3pm returns at 4pm. A great
way to get a real taste for the Waikato. As you would expect
in the heart of the country, this cruise comes complete
with tea, coffee, fresh scones baked daily and commentary.
$20 per adult inclusive gst, family pass $55.
The Evening Cruise:
Boards at 6.30pm departs at 7pm returns at 10pm. Splash
out on the river on our most popular cruise. Join for cocktails
in the Captains Upstairs Bar. See the river at twilight
and enjoy the hospitality, buffet dinner and a fantastic
3 hour cruise. Lower deck - live entertainment Upper deck
- live entertainment optional or juke box. $59 per adult
inclusive gst, family pass $159.
Child
Rates:
Under 15yrs half price.
Under 5yrs $1 per year of age.
*Family pass max 2 adult & 3 children. Corporate, weddings
and social occasions 7 days - 7 nights (minimum numbers
apply).
Dockside dinning Wednesday and Sunday evenings from 5pm.