Lunch & Dinner Charters

In order to maintain our commitment to health and safety, we have implemented the following:

Each passenger will be asked to declare that they are healthy.
Masking is optional, and we do not ask passengers to show proof of vaccination.
Onboard we are maintaining enhanced sanitation, plastic shields in service areas, plus various other safety measures including regular cleaning of all passenger facilities.
Meal services on all cruises may be plated, or buffet style. Please read the cruise menu.
Passengers on the Native are asked to use the passageway around the ship in a clockwise direction and also not to block the passageway for extended periods of time, because all our passengers love the view of the Fraser River & Coastal mountains.
Passengers on the BetaStar must remain seated unless given permission by staff to move.
Please ask our staff if you need any further details.

PLANNING a LUNCH OR DINNER cruise ?

charter the paddlewheeler!

Host your Lunch or Dinner this year
in our one-of-a-kind venue, the Paddlewheeler!

We can help you create a memorable time!

Paddlewheeler Charters

Welcome aboard our one-of-a-kind venue, perfect for private Lunch & Dinner Charters & Parties, and celebrations of all kinds!

Our knowledgeable, friendly staff is here to help you plan the perfect event whether it be a corporate function, a wedding celebration , an anniversary or a birthday party.

M.V. NATIVE

The M.V. Native includes comfortable seating for up to 100 passengers. It is a replica of a paddlewheeler or sternwheeler from 1863. Our vessel is a fully licensed establishment and is certified by the Canadian Coast Guard and Division of Transport Canada.

BAR AND MENU PACKAGES

Gather your guests in the venue of your choice with your favorite selection of drinks and dining options. We offer a variety of packages according to your needs and budget. Please advise us if any of your guests may have allergies or any dietary restrictions.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

Our best selection of experienced servers are always willing to make your special day as beautiful and memorable as possible. Included in all packages, this is one less thing for you to worry about.

LOCATION

Moored in New Westminster at Westminster Quay on the picturesque boardwalk; and only one block from the New Westminster SkyTrain Station and right in the middle of Downtown New Westminster, our convenient location will please everyone on your guest list.

With our location on the Fraser River (some eighteen miles inland from the ocean) you can be assured of smooth sailing no matter what time of the year.

Last Updated on January 17, 2026

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We are a BC-owned company operating our flagship paddlewheeler, the
100-passenger M.V. Native, and the 40 passenger catamaran, the M.V. Beta Star

We feature both scheduled cruises and private charters on the Fraser River, upriver to Fort Langley and to Pitt Lake.

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