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Tasman Island Cruises Day Tour from Hobart
Badge of ExcellenceHobart, Australia
From USD 160.17
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Free cancellation
Up to 24 hours in advance.
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- 10 hours 30 minutes
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Discover the Tasman Peninsula by both land and sea on this day trip from Hobart that includes a 3-hour eco-cruise around the coast of Tasman National Park. Learn about the peninsula’s history and soak up the rugged scenery as you admire tall sea cliffs, enter sea caves and look for marine life like seals and dolphins. When booking, two sightseeing upgrades are available to enhance your Tasman Peninsula experience—admission to Tasmanian Devil Conservation Park or admission World Heritage–listed Port Arthur Historic Site. Lunch is included in all tour options.
- Full-day Tasman Peninsula Tour from Hobart
- Enjoy a 3-hour eco-cruise between Eaglehawk Neck to Port Arthur
- See spectacular coastal scenery and explore deep sea caves
- Visit local attractions such as Remarkable Cave, Federation Chocolate Factory and Port Arthur lavender Farm (unless upgrading ticket)
- Morning tea and lunch included
- Upgrade sightseeing to include admission to Tasmanian Devil Conservation Park or Port Arthur Historic Site, instead of other local attractions.
What's Included
- Scenic guided bus tour
- Coffee and/or Tea
- 3-hour wilderness cruise
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
- Franklin WharfFranklin Whrf, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia
Our office is located next to the lifting bridge at Franklin Wharf, Hobart. Please meet at our office for check in at 7.15am.
Start time
07:30 am
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Your day trip from Hobart starts with the approximate 1.5-hour drive by coach to the Tasman Peninsula, during which your guide will point out sights and provide commentary. Stop for morning tea, and then embark on your 3-hour cruise, taking in the stunning coastline of Tasman National Park.
Stare up at some of Australia’s tallest sea cliffs, enter deep sea caves, spot the lighthouse that guards Storm Bay, and keep your eyes open for seals and dolphins. With the boat’s covered open-air seating, you’ll have great viewing opportunities of the sea and shore.
When you return to land, enjoy lunch before spending the afternoon on a tour with your guide to peninsula attractions such as Remarkable Cave, the Federation Chocolate Factory and Port Arthur lavender Farm (alternatively, upgrade your ticket to include either the Tasmanian Devil Conservation Park or Port Arthur Historic Site instead). Your day trip ends with the drive back to Hobart.
Upgrade Sightseeing Options
You can’t see everything in one day, but you can try! Customize the sightseeing to suit you. Instead of visiting local attractions like Remarkable Cave, Federation Chocolate Factory and Port Arthur lavender Farm you can choose one of these upgrade options:
Tasmanian Devil Conservation Park:
Get an up-close look at these iconic Australian animals at this wildlife center that features a free-flight bird show and a chance to watch feeding time for the Tasmanian devils.
Port Arthur Historic Site:
This former penal colony, part of the Australian Convict Sites UNESCO World Heritage site, is home to several old structures and ruins that were once home to prisoners, officers and guards. You have three hours to spend here learning about Australia’s penal history amid the landscaped grounds.
Stare up at some of Australia’s tallest sea cliffs, enter deep sea caves, spot the lighthouse that guards Storm Bay, and keep your eyes open for seals and dolphins. With the boat’s covered open-air seating, you’ll have great viewing opportunities of the sea and shore.
When you return to land, enjoy lunch before spending the afternoon on a tour with your guide to peninsula attractions such as Remarkable Cave, the Federation Chocolate Factory and Port Arthur lavender Farm (alternatively, upgrade your ticket to include either the Tasmanian Devil Conservation Park or Port Arthur Historic Site instead). Your day trip ends with the drive back to Hobart.
Upgrade Sightseeing Options
You can’t see everything in one day, but you can try! Customize the sightseeing to suit you. Instead of visiting local attractions like Remarkable Cave, Federation Chocolate Factory and Port Arthur lavender Farm you can choose one of these upgrade options:
Tasmanian Devil Conservation Park:
Get an up-close look at these iconic Australian animals at this wildlife center that features a free-flight bird show and a chance to watch feeding time for the Tasmanian devils.
Port Arthur Historic Site:
This former penal colony, part of the Australian Convict Sites UNESCO World Heritage site, is home to several old structures and ruins that were once home to prisoners, officers and guards. You have three hours to spend here learning about Australia’s penal history amid the landscaped grounds.
Pennicott Wilderness Journeys
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Tasman Island Cruises
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Port Arthur
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Remarkable Cave
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travellers can participate
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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WanYing_T
Was a brilliant weather when I got on the cruise. Lots of active wildlife around. Seals feeding on tunas. Dolphins jumping and swimming around. Even caught a whale. View is nothing I have seen. Phil's a wonderful driver. Friendly and kind to all his passengers. And very passionate with his work.
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Highly recommend visiting this part of the world
Simon_S, Sept 2023
Our driver was exceptional and couldn't be more accommodating. Loved the boat ride, although the two young guys weren't as professional. (eg, saying that they laugh when people throw up on the boat, spent time to try and retrieve a cuttle fish for a budgie when people were more interested in the seals, giving too much information about rock climbing [which seemed to be the thing that interested the person more than his job]. They could learn alot from the older guide on how to interact with people and not assuming that people on the trip haven't been on boats before. The scenery was stunning, and the staff at the office were very pleasant. Would recommend a tour to others and hopefully they can see some of the wonders that Tassie has to offer. At the end our driver took us for a walk to the Remarkable cave to fill in the spare time and really took care of us. Great job
Wonderful day trip
Kits, June 2023
I had a lovely time on the Tasman Island cruise day tour, including a 3 hour boat trip along the coast, and some quick afternoon sightseeing at the lavendar farm, chocolate shop, and Remarkable Cave.
We had nice calm conditions on the boat trip, and were lucky enough to see a pod of dolphins, some sea lions and albatrosses. The capes, sea caves and rugged coastline were all incredibly beautiful! I enjoyed tasting the chocolate and lavender sweets (I recommend lavender nougat!). Remarkable Cave was very interesting, it was pleasant to stand on the viewing platform and watch the waves come in.
Thanks very much to the boat crew, and to our friendly driver Marnie - your commentary on the history of roadworks was definitely the highlight, don't tell the dolphins ;)
I had a great time, we packed a lot of sightseeing into the day. Good value, and I'd be happy to take another day trip like this one.
Response from Host, June 2023
Dear Kits
Thanks for your terrific review, we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback on your day with us exploring the Tasman Peninsula.
Cheers
Melinda
Fair
Beverly_F, June 2023
The boat trip was great, seen Whales, dolphins. Two tour guides were amazing. The Zoo was a huge disappointment and Lunch. Was way overpriced for the trip.
Response from Host, June 2023
Dear Beverly
Thank you so much for taking the time to provide feedback on your Tasman Island Cruises experience. We are so glad you enjoyed the cruise but are disappointed that lunch at the local cafe and your visit to the Devil Unzoo did not meet your expectations and will pass your feedback on to the operators of these.
Cheers
Melinda
Amazing Tour with Stunning Views
Akanksha_S, Mar 2023
In my short stay in Tasmania, I had to choose from all trip options. I chose this one as I wanted to experience the unique flora and fauna of Tasmania. I had booked the trip with high hopes. Guess what, it turned out to be way better that what I had thought. The 3-hour cruise had stunning views of the Tasman peninsula, the ocean, the marine life there.
We had a bright sunny day, so the tour operators extended a little more into the ocean. It was Nature at its best! I saw hundreds of dolphins, seals and albatross. It was surreal feeling to cross from the Southern ocean to Tasman sea. Tasman sea was choppy and gave the thrilling experience. The tour guide had a great sense of humor and kept us entertained and involved.
We had lunch besides lavender farms. They were beautiful
As as add-on, I had taken Devil Unzoo. That too was great. Got to see the Tasman Devils and feed the Kangaroos. But I wish the staffs at Unzoo could provide more information. I feel we could have spent less time there.
For me, it was once in a lifetime experience. Its a must do, if in Hobart !
Response from Host, Mar 2023
Thank you so much for amazing feedback on your Tasman Island Cruises day tour with us. It sounds like you had a wonderful trip on the water with fantastic animal encounters.
Cheers
Melinda
A must do your in Tassie
Gabriel_R, Feb 2023
Fantastic day, really worthwhile. Drivers and bus were great. Knowledgeable and clean bus. The boat ride guides were great too, that was a lifetime experience and so pretty. The Port was also memorable and a good amount of time to see the area. This was a highlight tour, an absolute must and good value considering all that you do on the tour.
Response from Host, Feb 2023
Dear Gabriel
Thank you so much for your amazing feedback on your Tasman Island Cruises experience with us.
Cheers
Melinda
Absolutely fantastic and thank you
Carole_B, Feb 2023
seeing the animals and the service.
Would do it again and Phill was an exceptional guide/driver.
Lunxh was great and boat trip.unbelievable
Response from Host, Feb 2023
Dear Carole
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback.
Cheers
Melinda
Exciting Trip
Glenn_L, Jan 2023
A memorable trip around Tasman coast - although it was cold and windswept - trip was memorable and exciting along the coast. We saw magnificent coastline, seals and few dolphins.
The visit to Port Arthur relics was an anticlimax, esp. since it was raining and boring.
Despite this, I would recommend the tour.
Response from Host, Jan 2023
Dear Glenn
Thank you for your fantastic feedback. We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your Tasman Island Cruises experience with us.
Cheers
Melinda
Gets your blood flowing adrenaline pumpin
robert_l, Sept 2022
Very exciting, quiet an adventure. Our guide stressed safety, but at same time gave us a lifetime memory. Scenery was breathtaking, plus we saw many seals, a playful whale, albatross, dolphins. Boat was comfortable. Another onboard bathroom would have been nice, but we know only so much space. If you are looking for an adventure, this is it
Response from Host, Sept 2022
Dear Robert
Thank you so much for taking the time to provide feedback on your Tasman Island Cruises experience. The Tasman Peninsula is such a spectacular part of the world which we love sharing with guests.
Cheers
Melinda
Weather ruined it!
Carole_D, Sept 2022
It was alright. We had really bad weather but they were able to modify the tour. The lunch was great. Could have done a few more extras with a small group.
Response from Host, Sept 2022
Dear Carole
Thank you so much for taking the time to provide feedback on your Tasman Island Cruises day tour experience with us. Our cruise does operate in a remote environment subject to weather conditions but we are very flexible if people need to change their travel dates or choose not to travel if the weather conditions do not suit. If guests choose to travel in bad weather, the landscape is still spectacular but we appreciate that weather can impact on someone's experience which is why we try to be very flexible.
Cheers
Melinda
Cheers
Melinda
Tour was fantastic the tour guides were great. We had a fabulous day thank you. It's a must do tour Thank you Mitch & t
Vittoria_W, July 2022
Tasmin Island boat Tour was fantastic the tour guides were great. We had a fabulous day thank you. It's a must do tour
Thank you Mitch & the young guy on the boat. Highly recommended great.
Response from Host, July 2022
Thank you for your wonderful feedback on your Tasman Island Cruise. It is such a special part of the world to explore.
Cheers
Melinda
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