Cruise into the magical Cataract Gorge and through Launcestons' riverfront precinct. You will head north along the Tamar River, passing Tamar Island, historical buildings, churches, pubs, and significant homesteads en-route to the Batman Bridge.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Vouchers must be exchanged for tickets.
- Duration 4 hours
- Starting time 10:00 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Wheelchair accessible
Experience
Highlights
- Sample the rich diversity of life as you cruise past quaint river front communities, vineyards, and farms
- Explore Tamar Valley, steeped with romance and studded with tales of bushrangers, explorers, and gold diggers
- Explore the natural coves and protected inlets that provide a sanctuary for thousands of native water birds
- Witness Batman Bridge and Cataract Gorge
Full description
Cruise into the magical Cataract Gorge and through Launceston's riverfront precinct, heading north past Tamar Island, historical buildings, churches, pubs, and significant homesteads. You can sample the rich diversity of life as you cruise past quaint riverfront communities, vineyards and farms, to the notable Batman Bridge.
Tamer Valley is steeped with romance and studded with tales of bushrangers, explorers, and gold diggers. Australia's longest navigable estuarine river, it has many natural coves and protected inlets that provide a sanctuary for thousands of native water birds that can only be seen on the river.
All cruises depart from and return to Home Point Cruise Terminal, which is a taxi ride only 5 minutes from most CBD accommodations. Home Point is a pleasant 15 minute walk from the city center, and guests are kindly asked to be at the cruise terminal 30 minutes prior to departure
Includes
- Morning tea, superb light lunch, a cheese and fruit platter, and wine and beer tasting
- Live commentary
- Unlimited tea and coffee
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Any additional alcoholic drinks whilst on the cruise
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
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Meeting point
Booking Office at the end of Home Point Parade
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