There are a few cruises currently operating across Hobart’s waterways. These cruises offer an insight into Hobart’s surroundings, all while you have a delicious meal and take in the views. Here are our recommendations below.
Hobart Historic Cruises operate on the Derwent River and offer a wide range of cruise options such as morning, lunch, afternoon, dinner and firework cruises, and boat charter for parties and functions. First class services are also provided. All cruises have the captain’s commentary on the history of the heritage buildings in Southern Tasmania and the spectacular view of Derwent River.
For the adventure seekers, the full day or 3-hour Tasman Island Day Tour run by Pennicott Wilderness Journeys is great for witnessing Tasman Island’s natural beauty. A coach that departs from Franklin Wharf and reaches the Tasman Peninsula. Once you arrive, you will begin the cruise and hop on the iconic yellow boat that crosses Port Arthur and Eaglehawk Neck. Along the way you will witness vertical sea cliffs, waterfalls, sea caves, rock formations and archways. This is a chance to see marine wildlife up close, so keep an eye out for some playful dolphins and majestic albatrosses. Once the tour is finished, you can enjoy a gourmet lunch whilst witnessing a breathtaking view of the island.
Another Pennicott Wilderness Journeys cruise that we recommend for the nature lovers is the Bruny Island Cruise, which explores the coastline of Bruny Island in Southern Tasmania. You can either do a 3-hr tour or a full day tour. During the cruise, you will be passing through Bruny Island’s deep-sea caves and eventually come across a narrow gap between the coast and “The Monument.” This is where the Tasman Sea meets the Southern Ocean. As you cruise along the coastline, keep an eye out for the seals, dolphins, migrating whales and birds that pass along the boat.