HOBART
Tasmania’s best days out, from Hobart.
The 15 most popular cruises & boat tours within reach of Hobart. What each day actually involves, what it costs, and the operator behind it.
3 hours of Tasman National Park coastline from Port Arthur to Eaglehawk Neck, with Cape Pillar cliffs, caves, and wildlife at every turn.
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Maria Island cruise from Hobart with a guided Darlington convict walk, wildlife sightings, lunch and drinks, plus 2 hours on the island.
“I know we were incredibly lucky but holy holy what a spectacular day.”
Bruny Island wilderness cruise from Hobart: towering sea cliffs, seals, whales and seabirds, then time to explore Bruny.
Full-day guided Port Arthur tour from Hobart with harbour cruise and Tasman Peninsula stops. Includes admissions, harbour cruise, WiFi, pickup.
“Very enjoyable tour with the funny Colin. Lots of great things to see and learn about. Port Arthur was educational and sad. I’d highly recommend this tour”
Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise from Hobart: choose a 1-hour, lunch, or dinner sailing with live captain commentary and top waterfront sights.
“The food was fantastic and the commentary as we cruised around the Derwent was very informative and interesting . We would highly recommend this outing for anyone wanting a relaxed and wonderful couple hours to chill and enjoy the beautiful city from the water . All staff we excellent and friendly . Thanks from Vicky…”
A full-day Bruny Island eco cruise from Hobart with seals, sea caves, a blow-hole show, and a hearty local lunch included.
Hobart to Port Arthur and Tasman National Park in one full day. Guided convict history, Carnarvon Bay cruise, and Tasman Arch views.
Hobart to Port Arthur by bus: UNESCO prison site, audio, 20-min harbour cruise, chocolate, lavender, and optional Remarkable Cave.
“Wonderful day trip to Port Arthur with Tassie Tours. Rob was a good guide and gave a running commentary on the trip there which was very interesting. Would definitely recommend this trip.”
Hobart day tour to the Tasman Peninsula and Port Arthur, with a 3-hour wilderness cruise, morning tea, lunch, and guided touring.
Derwent River cruise from Hobart to Peppermint Bay with lunch at Peppermint Bay Hotel, Bruny Island views, and possible dolphin sightings.
“A cruise along the Derwent River past Hobart's southern suburbs onto the channel with great views of Bruny Island with a great views and a couple of cheeky glasses of 🥂 you arrive at Peppermint Bay restaurant and treated to some amazing food made with local produce. The staff are superb. We could not recommend…”
Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise from Adventure Bay: 3 hours of cliffs, sea caves, wildlife and jet-boat speed. Jackets included.
“Amazing experience in Bruny Island. We were able to see all the cliffs, sea caves and wildlife. Staff were extremely friendly and funny. Definitely worth the price for amount of time on the water and the experience. Would 100% recommend this cruise.”
Cruise the Tasman Peninsula by boat from Port Arthur to Eaglehawk Neck, with jackets provided and real odds of seals, dolphins, and more.
“Well organised trip, full length raincoats provided, friendly staff.”
A 90-minute Hobart boat cruise with live captain commentary and a one-course lunch, passing Tasman Bridge, Salamanca Place, and Battery Point.
A 3-hour Derwent River sail from Hobart on a racing yacht, with tea and Tasmanian snacks, sea views, and the chance to help on deck.
“We recently had the most incredible 3-hour sailing experience in Hobart, and we can't recommend it enough! From start to finish, everything was just perfect. The weather was absolutely ideal for beginners—barely any wind of 10-12 knots, which made it super easy to relax and enjoy the beautiful views without”
Fly from Hobart to Southwest National Park, cruise Bathurst Harbour, and take a bush walk with lunch on a Par Avion day trip.
“Absolutely the best tour ever! Had a wonderful time! Was lucky enough to be part of a very small group, the day was Perfect allowing us to have great view of the rugged untouched wilderness, our Pilot James was very friendly, was also air captain on the boat ride once we arrived in Malaleuca, the…”
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