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River Crossing

Get everyone across in a tiny boat without anyone getting eaten.

🧠 Logic & Brain 1 2–10 min
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About River Crossing

Four classic river crossing puzzles in one: the wolf, goat and cabbage; knights and goblins; grown-ups and kids in a tiny boat; and royal guards who mustn't be left with the wrong king. Load the boat, cross, and keep every bank safe. Break a rule and you'll see what went wrong, with an undo to try again. Each puzzle shows the fewest crossings possible.

How to play River Crossing

  1. Tap someone on the boat's side to put them in the boat.
  2. Tap them in the boat to get them out again.
  3. Press Cross to sail. Someone has to be able to row.
  4. Get everyone to the goal bank without breaking a rule.

Tips and strategy

  • Sometimes you need to bring someone back across.
  • In the farmer puzzle, the goat is the troublemaker.
  • Count both banks after every crossing, including the boat's side.

River Crossing FAQ

How many crossings does the wolf, goat and cabbage take?

Seven. The trick is bringing the goat back once.

Is River Crossing free to play?

Yes. River Crossing is free in your browser on OFF PLAY, with nothing to download or install.

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