From A$179 per person
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4.7 / 5 from 118 reviews on Viator
- Group size
- Up to 15
- Language
- English
- Rating on Viator
- 4.7 / 5 · 118 reviews
About this tour
Cruise into the magical Cataract Gorge and through Launceston's riverfront precinct. Head north past Tamar Island, historical buildings; churches, pubs and significant homesteads. Sample the rich diversity of life as we cruise past quaint riverfront communities, vineyards and farms, to the notable Batman Bridge. The Tamar Valley is steeped with romance and studded with bushrangers, explorers and tales of gold diggers. Australia's longest navigable estuarine river has many natural coves and protected inlets provide sanctuary for thousands of native water birds which can only be seen on the river.
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
Meeting point: Departure Point: Cruise Terminal located at the end of Home Point Parade Launceston Address: Cruise Terminal located at the end of Home Point Parade Launceston. The nearest accessible public toilet to the meeting point is about 520 m away in a straight line, from the National Public Toilet Map.
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Itinerary
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This is a 4 hour cruise departing at 10.00am on a Monday Wednesday and Saturday. Operates from September 1 thru to May 31 on the all weather vessel, the Tamar Odyssey. Included in the cruise is morning tea (Muffins Fruit Cake and Sweet biscuits), light lunch, Tasmanian cheese and fruit platter, small Tasmanian beer and wine tasting, unlimited tea and coffee and commentary throughout the cruise. (Please advise of any special dietary requirements at time of booking) Guests need to arrive at the Home Point Cruise terminal by 9.30am for a 9.45am boarding. This cruise is wheelchair accessible. This cruise includes sailing into the magical Cataract Gorge.(4 hr)
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Included
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Beverages Tea & Coffee only Self Serve
- Morning tea (All Buffet style)
- Wine tasting Served by staff
- Lunch including a cheese Platter (All Buffet style)
Not included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Drinks Cordial
- Hotel pickup and drop-of
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Nearest accessible public toilet to Departure Point: Cruise Terminal located at the end of Home Point Parade Launceston Address: Cruise Terminal located at the end of Home Point Parade Launceston
The nearest accessible public toilet to Departure Point: Cruise Terminal located at the end of Home Point Parade Launceston Address: Cruise Terminal located at the end of Home Point Parade Launceston is City Park, Launceston, about 520 m away.
City Park · about 520 m away in a straight line
Cimitere Street, Launceston, TAS (park or reserve)
- Right-hand transfer
Open: 24 hours
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
- Launceston, Tasmania
- Meeting point
- Departure Point: Cruise Terminal located at the end of Home Point Parade Launceston Address: Cruise Terminal located at the end of Home Point Parade Launceston
- Address
- Launceston
- 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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