Sundays River cruise: Climb the sand dunes

Climb the sand dune and watch the river meet the ocean

A 2.5-hour river cruise along the Sundays River near Alexandria takes you past the Alexandria Coastal Dune field and local birdlife, with a stop at one of the highest sand dunes where you can climb to the top for views of the bay and river mouth. The boat accommodates small or larger groups, and an English-speaking guide leads the tour. Snack platters can be arranged on request, and you're welcome to bring your own drinks.

Step-by-step itinerary

River cruise and sand dune visit

• Cruise along the Sundays River
• Stop at sand dunes for views

The experience

The cruise departs and follows the Sundays River, passing the Alexandria Coastal Dune field where local birdlife feeds in their natural habitat. The route takes roughly 2.5 hours and is built for groups of any size: families, friends, bird watchers, birthday parties, and year-end functions all fit the same boat. An English-speaking guide is with you throughout.

The main stop is at one of the highest sand dunes along the river. You can climb to the top if you choose. The views from there take in the river mouth, the bay, and the ocean meeting the shore. This is the moment most people come for, and the climb is the centerpiece of the tour.

Snack platters can be arranged ahead of time if you want them, and you're welcome to bring your own drinks on board. Infants sit on an adult's lap. The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health, though it suits all other fitness levels.

What’s included

• Boat trip along the Sundays River.
• stop at a high sand dune with the option to climb to the top.
• English-speaking guide for the full 2.5 hours.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00, 13:00 and 16:00

Book up to5h before

AgesAdult (15 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 42

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Sunday's River Adventures

Is this one for you?Book this cruise if you want to get out on the water and climb to a viewpoint in one outing. The dune stop is the centerpiece, not an add-on to a longer itinerary.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What birds might I see on the Sundays River cruise?

The Sundays River and its dune field attract local birdlife that feed in their natural habitat along the route, though the specific species depend on the season and time of day you cruise.

Can I bring food and drinks on the river cruise?

You're welcome to bring your own drinks aboard. Snack platters can be arranged in advance if you request them when booking.

How difficult is the climb to the top of the sand dune?

The tour stops at one of the highest sand dunes and you can climb to the top if you choose, though it's not mandatory. The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.

Does the tour work for large groups?

The boat accommodates small or larger groups, so it works for families, friends, birthday parties, bachelor and bachelorette parties, and year-end functions.