KARUAH SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Aboard the Wangi Queen: Two Hours of Riverside Estates, Rainforest and Devonshire Scones on the Karuah
A 2-hour historical morning tea cruise departing Longworth Park Jetty that pairs heritage commentary aboard the 1922 timber Wangi Queen with river vistas and freshly baked scones—this guide explains what to expect and what to bring.
Aboard the Wangi Queen: Two Hours of Riverside Estates, Rainforest and Devonshire Scones on the Karuah.
The Devonshire Morning Tea Cruise is a two-hour historical sightseeing tour aboard the heritage-listed Wangi Queen, threading the western harbour and Karuah River to reveal Port Stephens’ shoreline estates, coves and a small rainforest sanctuary while guests enjoy freshly baked scones and tea.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Wangi Queen — a 1922 timber ferry
Built in 1922 by the Beattie Brothers from timber handcut in the Watagans Forest, the Wangi Queen is a heritage-listed timber ferry offering two decks for viewing the waters of the Port Stephens–Great Lakes Marine Park.
Devonshire Morning Tea
The cruise includes freshly baked scones served with whipped cream and strawberry jam plus a selection of fresh fruit; tea is included and espresso coffee is available to purchase from the onboard café.
Estates, coves and a rainforest sanctuary
Over two hours the tour passes the historic estate areas of Tahlee and Carrington, Garden Island, North Arm Cove, Fame Cove and Soldiers Point, swinging by Snapper Island’s rainforest bird sanctuary on the return leg.
What the day feels like
What the two-hour cruise feels like
Boarding at Longworth Park Jetty, the Wangi Queen departs on a relaxed two-hour loop of the Karuah River and western harbour; commentary on Port Stephens’ historical roots accompanies panoramic views from two decks while morning tea is served amid the river’s estates, coves and island sanctuary.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this cruise
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Departs Longworth Park Jetty at 9:30am; the cruise lasts approximately 2 hours and boarding commences 15 minutes prior to departure.
Umbrella or raincoat, warm cardigan in cooler months, sunscreen, cap or hat, camera; bringing your own bottled water is permitted.
Morning tea (freshly baked scones, whipped cream and strawberry jam, fresh fruit) and tea are included; espresso coffee is available to purchase from the onboard café.
Operated by Wangi Cruises Pty Ltd aboard the heritage-listed Wangi Queen, built in 1922 with two decks for viewing.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What time does the cruise depart and where do I board?
The cruise departs Longworth Park Jetty in Karuah at 9:30am; boarding commences 15 minutes before departure. The jetty is on the eastern side of the bridge.
How long is the Devonshire Morning Tea Cruise?
The cruise is approximately 2 hours long.
What food and drink are included?
A Devonshire morning tea is provided—freshly baked scones with whipped cream and strawberry jam plus a selection of fresh fruit; tea is included and espresso coffee is available to purchase on board.
Which places does the cruise visit?
The tour takes in the historic estate areas of Tahlee and Carrington, Garden Island, North Arm Cove, Fame Cove and Soldiers Point, and on the return swings by Snapper Island’s rainforest bird sanctuary.
Can I bring my own water and what should I pack?
You may bring your own bottled water; operators advise packing an umbrella or raincoat, a warm cardigan in cooler months, sunscreen, a cap or hat and a camera.
What is the Wangi Queen?
The Wangi Queen is a 1922 heritage-listed timber ferry, designed and built by the Beattie Brothers from timber handcut in the Watagans Forest and offering two decks for viewing.