You can book your Christmas Lights Cruise: Online via our booking portal In person at the Mandurah Visitor Centre Directly with participating cruise operators If you need assistance, the friendly Visitor Centre team is happy to help you choose the right cruise and secure your booking.

Mandurah Christmas Lights Cruises

Q: When do Mandurah Christmas Lights Cruises run?

Mandurah Christmas Lights Cruises typically operate from 1 December through early January , with most cruises running nightly throughout the festive season. Popular weekends and school holiday dates fill quickly, especially closer to Christmas.

Cruise FAQs

Find quick answers to common Christmas Lights Cruise questions.

Mandurah Christmas Lights Cruises typically operate from 1 December through early January, with most cruises running nightly throughout the festive season. Popular weekends and school holiday dates fill quickly, especially closer to Christmas.

Yes — advance booking is strongly recommended. Christmas Lights Cruises are one of Mandurah’s most popular seasonal experiences and often sell out weeks or even months ahead, particularly for peak December dates.

Major operators usually release Christmas Lights Cruise bookings from late February each year. If you’re planning to visit in December, it’s a good idea to secure your seats early to avoid missing out.

You can book your Christmas Lights Cruise:

Online via our booking portal
In person at the Mandurah Visitor Centre
Directly with participating cruise operators

If you need assistance, the friendly Visitor Centre team is happy to help you choose the right cruise and secure your booking.

Yes! The Mandurah Christmas Lights Cruises are family-friendly and a magical experience for kids of all ages.

Cruise durations vary by operator, typically 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on the route and type of boat.

Most vessels have onboard toilets. Check with your operator when booking for full details.

These cruises are high in demand, and tickets are usually non-refundable if you need to cancel.

Choose Your Christmas Cruise

Experience Mandurah’s Christmas Lights in style with these local cruise operators, each offering a unique way to enjoy the festive displays.

Mandurah Cruises Christmas Lights Cruises

1-hour, 1.5-hour or special festive cruises.

Pirate Ship Christmas Lights Cruises

Pirate cruise with sunset views and fun.

White Pearl Christmas Lights Cruise

Enjoy a guided cruise on the luxury charter vessel, the White Pearl.

Aquabout Mandurah

Skippered boat cruise through the canals for up to 24 pax.

Pontoon Boat Tours Christmas Lights Cruise

Skippered private cruise through lit canals.

Mandurah Estuary Dolphin Cruises

Skippered boat cruise through canals, minimum 6 pax, maximum 10 pax.

Hire a Boat See the Lights

Take the helm this Christmas and cruise Mandurah’s sparkling canals any time between 6:30 pm and 9:30 pm. Enjoy festive lights with family or friends on a private, relaxed, personalised boating experience.

Essentials for your cruise:

Recreational skippers ticket required for night hire
Bring your own food, drinks, or picnic
Life jackets and safety gear provided

Hire: Mandurah Boat Hire Hire: Blue Manna Boat Hire

Magical Moments What Guests Say

Here’s what visitors love about Mandurah Christmas Lights Cruises.

Book Your Christmas Lights Cruise

"My Family and I just went on the Christmas Light Pirate Ship Cruise. It was absolutely incredible and was blown away by the whole experience. The kids have still not stopped talking about it and playing Pirates :)
If you have not done this yet... it is a must do for Christmas next year. Thank you to the wonderful staff."

Rachael G on Tripadvisor

"We did the Christmas Light Tour on the White Pearl. It was nothing short of AMAZING! So impressed with the service. Booking was easy and my questions about taking an elderly person onboard were answered promptly.
The young skipper did an amazing job navigating a very busy waterway with multiple bigger boats speeding and crossing in front of him!
The boat was small and much more personalised than a lot of the bigger boats operating the same service.
Highly recommend this company!"

Susan K on Tripadvisor

"We did the Christmas lights canal cruise and it was so worth it! Houses are gorgeous and the boat itself is lovely and a very relaxing ride. Around an hour drive from Perth and if I go back to Perth this is the first thing I would do."

Heidi on Tripadvisor

"Did the Christmas lights tour by boat. Fantastic and memorable experience ... great for people of all ages. Family groups or just a couple together ... Boat operator was also very friendly and warm hearted. Would 100% recommend to others."

Smiley Happy on Google

"We have hired a few boats now and always had a great time. Christmas lights in the 12 person premium pontoon was by far the best experience. Staff are friendly and helpful."

Brett Mobsby on Google

"My Family and I just went on the Christmas Light Pirate Ship Cruise. It was absolutely incredible and was blown away by the whole experience. The kids have still not stopped talking about it and playing Pirates :)
If you have not done this yet... it is a must do for Christmas next year. Thank you to the wonderful staff."

Rachael G on Tripadvisor

"We did the Christmas Light Tour on the White Pearl. It was nothing short of AMAZING! So impressed with the service. Booking was easy and my questions about taking an elderly person onboard were answered promptly.
The young skipper did an amazing job navigating a very busy waterway with multiple bigger boats speeding and crossing in front of him!
The boat was small and much more personalised than a lot of the bigger boats operating the same service.
Highly recommend this company!"

Susan K on Tripadvisor

"We did the Christmas lights canal cruise and it was so worth it! Houses are gorgeous and the boat itself is lovely and a very relaxing ride. Around an hour drive from Perth and if I go back to Perth this is the first thing I would do."

Heidi on Tripadvisor

"Did the Christmas lights tour by boat. Fantastic and memorable experience ... great for people of all ages. Family groups or just a couple together ... Boat operator was also very friendly and warm hearted. Would 100% recommend to others."

Smiley Happy on Google

"My Family and I just went on the Christmas Light Pirate Ship Cruise. It was absolutely incredible and was blown away by the whole experience. The kids have still not stopped talking about it and playing Pirates :)
If you have not done this yet... it is a must do for Christmas next year. Thank you to the wonderful staff."

Rachael G on Tripadvisor

"We did the Christmas Light Tour on the White Pearl. It was nothing short of AMAZING! So impressed with the service. Booking was easy and my questions about taking an elderly person onboard were answered promptly.
The young skipper did an amazing job navigating a very busy waterway with multiple bigger boats speeding and crossing in front of him!
The boat was small and much more personalised than a lot of the bigger boats operating the same service.
Highly recommend this company!"

Susan K on Tripadvisor

"We did the Christmas lights canal cruise and it was so worth it! Houses are gorgeous and the boat itself is lovely and a very relaxing ride. Around an hour drive from Perth and if I go back to Perth this is the first thing I would do."

Heidi on Tripadvisor

"Did the Christmas lights tour by boat. Fantastic and memorable experience ... great for people of all ages. Family groups or just a couple together ... Boat operator was also very friendly and warm hearted. Would 100% recommend to others."

Smiley Happy on Google

"We have hired a few boats now and always had a great time. Christmas lights in the 12 person premium pontoon was by far the best experience. Staff are friendly and helpful."

Brett Mobsby on Google