Seafood Experiences
Fresh from the Ocean. Right Here in Mandurah.
sustainable seafood
Mandurah sits at the heart of one of the world’s most valuable Western Rock Lobster fisheries, certified by the Marine Stewardship Council as sustainable since 2000. We’ve built three distinct experiences around this sustainable seafood delicacy. Whether you want to simply dine on a lobster, or haul up pots and have a private chef cook your catch onboard, or do this plus settle in for an 8-course seafood feast celebrating lobster plus other fresh, sustainable local seafood, with premium wines, beers and soft drinks all free-flowing and included, there’s an experience here for you. All departing from central Mandurah aboard our beautifully refurbished fishing boats, less than an hour from Perth.
OUR MENU
All menus are designed by Executive Chef Tony Howell, a renowned WA chef and former Cape Lodge chef. Tony’s food reflects a commitment to quality and sustainability. In 2024, this dedication was recognised with the Seafood Experience award at the West Australian Seafood Industry Awards, presented by the Western Australian Fishing Industry Council
frequently asked questions
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Is Mandurah Cruises’ seafood sustainable?
Yes. Mandurah Cruises’ seafood experiences are built around the Western Rock Lobster, the world’s first fishery certified sustainable by the Marine Stewardship Council, in 2000, and recertified multiple times since
Are Mandurah Cruises’ Seafood Experiences worth it?
Yes. In 2024, Sea West (Mandurah Cruises) won the Seafood Experience award at the West Australian Seafood Industry Awards, presented by the Western Australian Fishing Industry Council, recognition of the quality and authenticity of the experience. Guests catch, cook and dine on sustainably certified Western Rock Lobster, with menus designed by Executive Chef Tony Howell. In addition, there are various options of increasing duration, interactivity, and food and drink availability to suit a range of budgets. All produce is sustainable, fresh and Australian, with drinks being still and sparkling wines from Howard Park’s (Margaret River) Regional Range, local and international beers, and soft drinks.
Is there a private chef on Mandurah Cruises’ seafood experiences?
Yes. All menus are designed by Executive Chef Tony Howell, a renowned WA chef and former Cape Lodge chef, who oversees sourcing and menu development. Tony works with Mandurah Cruises two days a week, and a private chef prepares your catch live on board.
What does each seafood experience cost?
For adults, Mandurah Lobster Lunch is $109, the Lobster Catch & Cook Cruise from $229 and the Wild Seafood Experience is $379.
What’s included in each seafood experience?
The Mandurah Lobster Lunch is at anchor in Mandjar Bay and includes a whole fresh-caught lobster cooked by your onboard chef in 2 ways, and a complimentary alcoholic or soft drink. The Lobster Catch & Cook Cruise includes going lobster fishing, pulling up 3 pots, learning about lobsters & sustainable fishing, a whole fresh-caught lobster cooked by your onboard chef in 2 ways, and a complimentary alcoholic or soft drink. The Wild Seafood Experience includes going lobster fishing, pulling up 6 lobster pots, learning about lobsters and sustainable fishing, an 8-course seafood lunch with complimentary Howard Park wines, craft beers and soft drinks, all included, full table service, plus cruising Mandurah’s waterways, spotting local dolphins.
How long do the cruises run, and where do they depart from?
The Mandurah Lobster Lunch runs for 1 hour and remains at anchor, the Lobster Catch & Cook Cruise for 2 hours, and the Wild Seafood Experience for 3.5 hours. All three depart from Stingray Point Jetty in central Mandurah, whose address is 14 Vivaldi Drive, Mandurah, WA 6210.
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