Full-Day Tasman Island Scenic Cruise & Port Arthur Historic Site Visit with Morning Tea & Lunch
Get ready for the ultimate Tasman Peninsula tour! Head out of Hobart on guided return bus tour before experiencing an award-winning three-hour wilderness cruise along the spectacular coastline between Port Arthur and Eaglehawk Neck. See gannets, albatross and sea eagles wheeling on the wind, or a pod of playful dolphins surfing the bow wave of the boat. Finish your day of adventure at the heritage-listed Port Arthur Historic Site, with three hours to enjoy lunch, roam the grounds and explore the historic buildings.
Inclusions
- Valid for one infant (0–2), one child (3–16), one adult (17+) or two adults
- Full day Tasman Island experience
- Guided return bus tour from Hobart
- Three-hour wilderness cruise along the coastline between Port Arthur and Eaglehawk Neck
- Port Arthur Historic Site entry
- Three hours’ free time to explore Port Arthur Historic Site
- Morning tea and lunch
- Available every day: Check-in: 7.15am; departs: 7.30am; returns from 6pm (approximately)
- Bookings valid to 31 March 2026
Sample Itinerary
- 7.30am: Check-in at Pennicott Wilderness Journeys Centre
- 7.45am: Bus departs
- 9.15am: Arrive on Tasman Peninsula with a break for morning tea
- 10am: Three-hour Wilderness Cruise
- 1pm: Cruise concludes
- 1.30pm: Three hours at the Port Arthur Historic Site, including lunch and free time to explore (self-guided)
- 4.30pm: Bus departs
- 6pm: Arrive Hobart
Pricing & availability
Things to know
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
- Up to 1 day before your chosen date - 100%
- Up to 7 days after purchase - 100%
Cancellations
All changes and cancellations are subject to our standard Refund Policy
Changes to Booking
24 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made
- Appropriate warm clothing
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Camera
Every day
Availability:
- Available every day: Check-in: 7.15am; departs: 7.30am; returns from 6pm (approximately)
- Not valid: 25 December 2023
- Departure Point: Check-in at Pennicott Wilderness Journeys, Dock Head Building, Franklin Wharf, Hobart TAS 7000
- Pick-Up/Drop-Off: Pick-up and drop-off from selected Hobart CBD hotels are available. If your hotel is located outside the CBD, please meet at Departure Point. Please advise of your location at time of booking
- Bookings valid to 31 March 2026
Important:
- Children aged 0–2 are free of charge with a paying adult
- Set menu restrictions apply. Menu items are seasonal and subject to change without notice. Please notify Pennicott Wilderness Journeys of any dietary requirements at the time of booking
- Food, drinks and other services not specified above are not included in the tour. Any excess amount must be paid directly to the vendors
- Please note that the tour includes walking – please prepare accordingly
- Dress warmly for the cruise – warm jackets, scarves, beanies and gloves are recommended
- Please allow up to approximately 10 hours for this experience
- Port Arthur Historic Site visit is unguided. Three-hour stop duration includes lunch
Terms & Conditions:
- Cruises are weather dependent and may be cancelled at the discretion of Pennicott Wilderness Journeys for passenger and crew safety. If your cruise is cancelled due to unsuitable weather, Pennicott Wilderness Journeys will contact you to advise the next suitable date
- Itinerary is subject to change depending on availability, weather and road conditions
- Vessels are subject to change depending on availability
Terms & Conditions:
- Maximum purchase limit of 10 per person applies
- Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
- Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date
Important:
- The destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
- We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website
Pennicott Wilderness Journeys
This family-run business takes guests on a journey into the unique wilderness, showcasing the spectacular wildlife in and around the Tasmanian and southern Victoria coastlines, and does so with respect to sustainability in the environment.