River Queen - Blenheim, South Island, New Zealand - Scenic Boat Rides on Waymarking.com

The 'River Queen' is a mock paddle steamer boat that is a cafe, bar and restaurant.

In the afternoons and evenings the 'River Queen' cruises the Opawa River. Delicious food is served with wild game, and local fresh fish featured on the menu. A glass of Marlborough wine is a pleasant

When she is not cruising she is available dockside for coffee or wine.

The 'River Queen is popular as a wedding venue or other private functions.

Marlborough’s River Queen is moored at Beaver Station wharf, in Riverside Park, two minutes’ walk from the centre of Blenheim. She was purpose-built about 10 years ago to operate on the Opawa River. Although some 35 tonnes she only has a draft of 18 inches – the river is quite shallow in some places! The River Queen is a spacious vessel: she is licensed to carry 100 passengers plus crew.

Related Web Site: [Web Link] Adult Ticket Price in local currency: 45.00 - 99.00 depending on which option Period/Days/Hours of Operation: LAZY LUNCHTIME CRUISE 12 - 2.30PM DAILy Adult $75 | Child* FREE | Senior** $65 LATE AFTERNOON CRUISE 4 - 5.30PM DAILY Adult $45 | Child* FREE | Senior** $35 LUNCH CRUISE AND WINE TOUR 12- 5.15PM DAILY Food/Drink available on board?: yes Restroom facilities on board?: yes Protection from the elements on board: Both Indoor and Outdoor deck experience Address of the Ticket Counter: Beaver Station Wharf 2 Horton Street Blenheim, South Island New Zealand 7201 Required Photos Will be Uploaded: yes Coordinates of the Ticket Counter: Not Listed

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