From A$75 per person
Book tickets on Viator (opens in a new tab): Hobart River Derwent Guided Cruise TourYou book and pay on viator.com. Inclusable may earn a commission.
4.8 / 5 from 5 reviews on Viator
- Group size
- Up to 15
- Language
- English
- Rating on Viator
- 4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews
About this tour
Explore Hobart’s beautiful River Derwent aboard the Peppermint Bay II catamaran on a fun and relaxed guided cruise. Whether you’re keen to learn about Hobart’s European and Indigenous history or simply want to enjoy some time on the water, this experience is perfect for all ages. Take in the stunning scenery as your guide shares interesting stories about the river, its geology, and the surrounding landscape.
Kids and adults alike will love spotting wildlife along the way and cruising past famous landmarks such as the Shot Tower, Alum Cliffs, and the Iron Pot Lighthouse. It’s a great way for families and visitors to enjoy Hobart from a different perspective and create lasting memories on the water.
1.5-hour guided cruise on the River Derwent
A relaxed and enjoyable way to explore Hobart by water
Spot wildlife and well-known landmarks like the Iron Pot Lighthouse
Available Tuesday to Saturday, 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible surfaces
- Wheelchair-accessible transport
- Stroller accessible
Meeting point: Meet at the boarding level, gate one, 15 minutes prior to departure. Please allow time for parking; it is 2-hour voucher parking along the wharf. We suggest Argyle Street Car Park or Macquarie Point Car Park. The nearest accessible public toilet to the meeting point is about 140 m away in a straight line, from the National Public Toilet Map.
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Itinerary
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Discover Hobart's waterways as we cruise to sites such as Sandy Bay, Tarrona, Shot Tower, Alum Cliffs, Kingston Beach, Blackmans Bay, Fossil Cove, Tinderbox, Dennes Point, Iron Pot Lighthouse, South Arm, and Opossum Bay. Sit back and relax on the Peppermint Bay II 23 m catamaran guided cruise.(pass by)
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Included
- Guided Cruise
Not included
- Available to purchase onboard - Fully Stocked Bar
- Snacks avaiable to purchase on board.
- Available to purchase onbaord
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Nearest accessible public toilet to Meet at the boarding level, gate one, 15 minutes prior to departure. Please allow time for parking; it is 2-hour voucher parking along the wharf. We suggest Argyle Street Car Park or Macquarie Point Car Park.
The nearest accessible public toilet to Meet at the boarding level, gate one, 15 minutes prior to departure. Please allow time for parking; it is 2-hour voucher parking along the wharf. We suggest Argyle Street Car Park or Macquarie Point Car Park. is Princes Wharf Shed 1, Hobart, about 140 m away.
Princes Wharf Shed 1 · about 140 m away in a straight line
30 Morrison St, Hobart, TAS (other)
Open: 7am-11pm
Source: the National Public Toilet Map, data as at 1 September 2026. Distances are straight-line, not the walking route, and facilities can change — check before you rely on one. Facility record
Location & contact
- Area
- Hobart, Tasmania
- Meeting point
- Meet at the boarding level, gate one, 15 minutes prior to departure. Please allow time for parking; it is 2-hour voucher parking along the wharf. We suggest Argyle Street Car Park or Macquarie Point Car Park
- Contact
- The tour operator’s own details aren’t published. Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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