Dinner Cruise
A Spirit of Cairns dinner cruise is the perfect way to end a perfect day in paradise. Board our sailing catamaran and enjoy an evening of calm water cruising on Trinity Inlet, taking in the sights and sounds of this tropical port city and its surrounds as they transition to night.
We’ll welcome you on board with a refreshing pre-dinner drink. With your glass charged, stroll the interior or exterior decks and admire the view as the sky, filled with thousands of sparkling stars. Your journey takes you deep into the heart of Trinity Inlet and across the waterfront precinct of Cairns, from the Cruise Liner Terminal to the Esplanade.
The water is calm, the weather mild and the night is yours to enjoy. Inside our air-conditioned dining room, sit down to a sumptuous buffet meal with a wide range of hot and cold dishes, fresh seafood, and delicious local produce.
Our luxurious Spirit of Cairns sailing catamaran is also fully licensed, selling a range of beverages to compliment your meal and enhance your evening.
Our dinner cruise onboard Spirit of Cairns features live music performances every evening from Sunday through Thursday. Each week, you can look forward to an exciting lineup of musicians bringing the perfect soundtrack to your evening, whether it’s smooth acoustic vibes, soulful vocals, or upbeat tunes to get you dancing. It’s all about celebrating local talent, creating a great atmosphere, and giving you one more reason to join us on board Spirit of Cairns!
AVAILABLE
Monday to Sunday
DEPARTS
6:15pm
(Check-in at 5.45pm)
RETURNS
8.45pm
Highlights & Inclusions
- Welcome glass of sparkling wine, beer or soft drink on arrival
- A 2.5-hour calm water evening cruise
- Delicious buffet dinner
- Luxurious air-conditioned vessel, with large outdoor decks
- Live entertainment from local Cairns musicians*
Food Menu
COLD SELECTION
Fresh Dinner Rolls
served with butter
Chef’s selection of fresh salads:
- Creamy Potato Salad (GF, V)
- Greek Salad (GF, V, DF)
- Roasted Veggie Salad (GF, V, DF)
with additional feta, sundried tomatoes, cucumber, black and green olives, pickles and antipasto mix served on the side
Charcuterie Board (GF, DF)
Selection of local cured and roasted meats
Fresh Local Prawns (GF, DF)
served chilled with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges
Freshly Shucked Australian Oysters (GF, DF)
served with a red onion vinaigrette
Australian Smoked Salmon Canapés
served with cream cheese, lemon and capers
HOT SELECTION
Salt and Pepper Squid (GF, DF)
served with green goddess sauce
Spring Rolls
assorted flavours served with sweet chilli sauce
Truffle Pasta (V)
pasta served with a creamy truffle and mushroom sauce
Lemon Butter Barramundi (GF)
baked barramundi fillets coated in a lemon myrtle butter sauce
Slow-Cooked Beef (GF, DF)
slow-cooked beef marinated in red wine sauce
Peri Peri Chicken (GF, DF)
marinated chicken thighs with a tangy peri per sauce
Garlic Roasted Potatoes (VG, GF, DF)
with smoked paprika, garlic and fresh herbs
Sweetcorn Ribs (VG, GF, DF)
with smoked paprika, garlic and fresh herbs
Steamed Rice (DF, GF, VG)
with fried shallots
DESSERT SELECTION
Churros dipped in Chocolate Ganache
Apple Crumble Cheesecake (GF)
Mini Banoffee Tarts
Chocolate Mousse with Fresh Fruit Coulis (GF)
Fresh tropical fruits (VG, GF)
Gourmet Gallo cheese board
Coffee and tea
Please note all menu items are subject to change without notice. Please contact us when booking with any special dietary requirements.
Drinks Menu
Margarita
Espolon Tequila, Cointreau, Triple Sec, fresh lime juice and sugar syrup (shaken)
Mojito
White Bacardi Rum, fresh lime, mint, soda water, and sugar
Passionfruit Caprioska
Vodka, Passionfruit Liquor, fresh lime, sugar syrup, passionfruit pulp, and soda water
Pornstar Martini
Vodka, Passionfruit Liquor, fresh lime, sugar syrup, pineapple juice, and passionfruit pulp
Piña Colada
White Bacardi Rum, Malibu, pineapple juice, coconut cream, sugar syrup, and fresh pineapple
Espresso Martini
Vodka, Kahlua, Boston Black cold-brew coffee, and sugar syrup
Toblerone
White Creme De Cacao, Baileys, Kahlua, Frangelico, chocolate sauce, and milk
Tropical Bay Breeze
Malibu, pineapple juice, cranberry juice, and Grenadine
Swimming Pool
Malibu, Blue Curaçao, pineapple and lemon juice, coconut cream, served with fresh pineapple and cherry
Old Fashioned
Scotch or Bourbon Whiskey, bitters, a dash of sugar and an orange twist
SPARKLING WINE
Quilty & Gransden Brut Cuvée
Central Ranges, NSW
Softly textured with peaches, cream, and citrus acidity
Mio Cappello Prosecco
Central Ranges, NSW
Citrus acidity, honeydew melon, green apple and floral aromas
Moët & Chandon
Epernay, France
Dry, delicate lime and rose petal notes
WHITE WINE
Wild Oats Sauvignon Blanc
Margaret River, WA
Sweet, fresh, juicy tropical flavour
Wild Oats Chardonnay
Mudgee, NSW
Dry, full-bodied, citrus and melon notes
Ad Hoc Wallflower Riesling
Great Southern, WA.
Piercing acidity and flavours of lemon, white floral notes, and spice
Mt Langi Billi Billi Pinot Gris
Bayindeen, VIC
Aromatic wine, with a varietal core, textural depth and fine acidity
Xanadu Circa 77 Sauvignon Blanc Semillon
Margaret River, WA
Dry with crisp acidity and a clean refreshing finish
Moscato & Rosé
Young Poets Moscato
Mudgee, NSW
Wild strawberries, rose petal, a hint of spritz and a crisp, refreshing finish
Ara Single Estate Rosé
Marlborough, NZ
Dry, bright and vibrant fruit tones
RED WINE
Wild Oats Cabernet Merlot
Mudgee, NSW
Dry, tropical fruit tones, ripe, rich acidity
Wild Oats Shiraz
Mudgee, NSW
Plummy tones with notes of fruit and a touch of spice
Pikes ‘The Assemblage’ Shiraz
Clare Valley, SA
Cool aromas of red and blue fruits – a triple threat blend of Shiraz, Mourvèdre and Grenache
Sparrow & Barrow Pinot Noir
Marlborough, NZ
Bright aromas of red fruits, cherries and a hint of spice
Great Northern Zero
Lager / ABV 0% / QLD
Great Northern
Lager / ABV 4.2% / QLD
Supercrisp
Lager / ABV 3.5% / QLD
Hemingway’s
Lager / ABV 3.5% / QLD
Corona
Lager / ABV 4.5% / MEX
Stone & Wood
Pacific Ale / ABV 4.4% / NSW
Strongbow
Cider / ABV 5% / AUS
Brookvale Union
Ginger Beer / ABV 4% / NSW
Vodka
Absolut
Grey Goose
Gin
Tanqueray
Bombay Sapphire
Scotch
Johnny Walker
Glenfiddich 12 Yr
Whiskey
Jack Daniels
Canadian Club
Jameson
Sheep Dog
Tequila
Espolon
1800 Anejo
White Rum
Bacardi
Dark Rum
Bundaberg
Mount Gay
Captain Morgan
The Kraken Spiced
Bourbon
Jim Beam
Wild Turkey American Honey
Liqueurs
Baileys
Frangelico
Kahlua
Midori
Cointreau
Sambuca
Aperol
Limoncello
MOCKTAILS
Pine and Coco Mocktail
Fresh pineapple, pineapple juice, sugar syrup and coconut milk
Passion Mocktail
Fresh Lime, Passionfruit Pulp, topped with Lemonade
SOFT DRINKS & JUICES
Soft Drinks
Coke, Coke No Sugar, Lemonade, Ginger Ale
Fruit Juice
Apple, Orange, Pineapple
HOT DRINKS
Tea
Earl Grey, English Breakfast, Peppermint
FAQs
Cruises operate seven nights a week.
Check-in: 6pm
Departs: 6.30pm
Returns: 9pm
All cruises depart from our mooring at A Finger, Cairns Marlin Marina.
Starting at Marlin Marina, Spirit of Cairns takes you on a journey deep into the interior of Trinity Inlet and its winding tributaries. The cruise passes along Cairns’ waterfront and Esplanade precinct, delivering panoramic views of this tropical port city.
Depending on the time of year, our dinner cruises offer stunning views of the sun setting over the rainforest-clad mountains, and the twinkling lights of the city as dusk deepens into night.
Yourself and your smile, for a great evening ahead. We suggest tropical cocktail attire, with a light jacket for the winter months. Footwear is mandatory, with suitable shoes for boating recommended. While this is a calm water cruise, you will find it more comfortable moving around the boat in flat rubber-soled shoes.
Don’t forget to bring cash, or an EFTPOS/credit card for your bar purchases onboard.
Cairns locals receive a 20% discount. Simply call us at 4047 9170 to book. ID required.
Bookings of 20 or more people are considered a group and qualify for a group bookings discount. Contact us for more info about group bookings.
Reviews
Spent my and my son’s birthday dinner on the Spirit of Cairns with family and friends and can’t think of a better place to enjoy it. Wonderful, friendly service, delicious food and glorious scenery. Thank you for a great time.
Child (4-14) – $115
Book with confidence – cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.