The short answer
- With children, or for a morning on the water, take the two-hour brunch cruise. See the brunch cruise →
- For a celebration meal, the adults-only three-hour long lunch serves eight courses. See the long lunch →
- For drinks and music at golden hour, the adults-only sunset cruise. See the sunset cruise →
The boat and where it leaves
All three cruises leave from Brunswick Heads Boat Harbour, a small marina where the crew meet you on the jetty. The listings describe M.V. Jasmine as custom-built and Mediterranean-inspired, with two decks. None includes transport to Brunswick Heads, though the lunch listing says transfers can be arranged on request. Brunswick Heads is about 15 minutes north of Byron, according to a kayak operator based there.
The brunch cruise: two hours, all ages
The morning cruise runs for two hours along the river with an all-inclusive seasonal buffet breakfast, which the listing says uses local and organic produce, served on the upper deck. The description adds fresh orange juice and speciality coffee made to order. It is described as family-friendly and calm, with wildlife spotting along the mangrove banks and river-to-sea views.
Transport to the departure point is not included.
M.V. Jasmine brunch river cruise
Check the departure time and arrange transport to Brunswick Heads harbour.
See itinerary and dates on GetYourGuide (opens in a new tab)The long lunch: three hours, adults only
The Linger Longer Lunch cruise runs for three hours with a seasonal set menu of eight courses and dessert by resident and guest chefs, and a daytime soundtrack. Paired drinks are optional and cost extra; so is the transfer, which you arrange on request. It is for adults only, 18 and over.
M.V. Jasmine long-lunch cruise
Adults only. Ask about the paired drinks and the optional transfer when you book.
See itinerary and dates on GetYourGuide (opens in a new tab)The sunset cruise: three hours, adults only
The sunset charter runs for three hours at golden hour with a welcome glass of prosecco, a seasonal cheese board and a live set from resident DJs. The description calls it a standing, cocktail-style service with canapés, and mentions rotating guest chefs and musicians for special events. It is for adults only.
Arrive 20 minutes before departure to check in. The listing does not allow high heels or swimming. Transfers are not included.
M.V. Jasmine sunset cruise
Adults only. Arrive 20 minutes early, wear flat shoes, and arrange transport to Brunswick Heads.
See itinerary and dates on GetYourGuide (opens in a new tab)The three cruises side by side
| Cruise | Length | Who | Food and drink | Transport |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brunch | 2 hours | All ages | Buffet breakfast | Not included |
| Long lunch | 3 hours | Adults only | Eight courses and dessert; paired drinks extra | Optional, on request |
| Sunset | 3 hours | Adults only | Prosecco, cheese board, canapés | Not included |
Making a day of Brunswick Heads
The brunch cruise leaves the afternoon free. Visit NSW describes Torakina Beach, behind the breakwall at the river mouth, as calm and clear, ideal for families and popular with stand-up paddleboarders. The Go Sea Kayak river tour starts late in the afternoon on a rising tide from the Scout Hall, so a family could brunch on the water in the morning and paddle the same river at sunset. Check both times on the day, as the kayak follows the tide.
Paddle the river instead
For the same river under your own steam, the Brunswick River sunset kayak on GetYourGuide (opens in a new tab) runs for two hours from the Brunswick Heads Scout Hall, ages 3 and up. Visit NSW describes Torakina Beach, by the river mouth behind the breakwall, as calm enough for small children to swim. River kayaking compared.
Questions people ask
Which cruise is best for a birthday or anniversary?
The long lunch is the most substantial meal; the sunset cruise is the more social, with DJs and a standing format. Both are adults only. See ideas for couples.
Can children come on M.V. Jasmine?
On the brunch cruise, yes. The lunch and sunset cruises are adults only.
How do I get to Brunswick Heads?
By car, taxi or rideshare; or ask about the lunch cruise’s transfer. Getting around the Byron area has more.
Before you book: the river cruise checklist
- Brunch, lunch or sunset, and is everyone old enough?
- How will you get to Brunswick Heads harbour?
- For lunch, do you want the paired drinks?
- For sunset, have you got flat shoes and will you arrive 20 minutes early?
- Is the departure time NSW time?
Your shortlist
Open a listing in a new tab and check its itinerary, suitability and inclusions against the checklist above.
- Morning, all ages: M.V. Jasmine brunch cruise on GetYourGuide (opens in a new tab)
- Eight-course lunch, adults: M.V. Jasmine long-lunch cruise on GetYourGuide (opens in a new tab)
- Golden hour, adults: M.V. Jasmine sunset cruise on GetYourGuide (opens in a new tab)