Tasmania: Full-Day Seafood Cruise with Freshly Caught Wild Abalone, Gourmet Lunch & Drinks
Enjoy a succulent seafood tasting experience on the sparkling waters of Southern Tasmania with an exciting full-day cruise. Leave Hobart’s shoreline behind as you cruise down the Derwent River, taking in vistas of the coast and bays surrounding Bruny Island. Experience the bounty of the ocean as you feast on local oysters, lobster, and freshly-caught abalone and sea urchins fished straight from the ocean by your guide. Share a toast with a glass of local wine, cider or organic juice and discover the true taste of Tasmania!
Inclusions
- Valid for one person (17+)
- Full-day intimate small group seafood cruise
- Taste fresh catches and see your guide dive to collect wild abalone and sea urchins
- Gourmet seafood spread for lunch with Tasmanian wine tastings, boutique beers, ciders and juices (*must be aged 18+ for alcohol consumption)
- Cruise the Derwent River, D’Entrecasteaux Channel the waters surrounding Bruny Island
- Available every day: Sunday – Friday: Departs 9.30am; Saturday: Departs 10am
- Meeting point: Pennicott Wilderness Journeys Booking Centre, Franklin Wharf
- Bookings valid to 31 March 2026
Sample Menu Highlights
- Wild Abalone: prepared and served onboard the boat
- Southern Rock Lobster
- Oysters: locally grown oysters from the waters of southern Tasmania
- Salmon: visit a salmon farm and enjoy locally grown sashimi, hot-smoked and cold-smoked salmon
- Sea Urchins: gathered from the crystal clear waters around Bruny Island
- Beer and Cider: savour locally-made organic cider and boutique beer, including Moo Brew and Willie Smiths
- Wine: taste some of Tasmania’s cool climate wine varieties, including Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Jansz sparkling
*Please note: Menu is subject to change depending on availability
Pricing & availability
Tasmania, Australia
Things to know
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
- From 2 days before your chosen date, onwards - Non-refundable
- Up to 7 days after purchase (and at least 2 days before your chosen date) - 100%
- Cancellations made more than 48 hours prior to departure date: no cancellation fee applies
- Cancellations made between 24–48 hours prior to departure date: 50% cancellation fee applies
- Cancellations within 24 hours of departure date, late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies
Changes to Booking
48 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made
- Make sure you dress warmly for the cruise - warm jackets, scarves, beanies and gloves are recommended
- Camera
Every day
Availability:
- Available every day: Sunday–Friday: 9.30am or Saturday: 10am
- Not valid: 25 December
- Departure point: Pennicott Wilderness Journeys Booking Centre, Franklin Wharf, next to the Constitution Dock Lifting Bridge
- Bookings valid to 31 March 2026
Important:
- Transfers are not included in the tour
- Dress warmly for the cruise – warm jackets, scarves, beanies and gloves are recommended
- Please allow up to 7.5 hours for this experience
- Must be aged 18+ for alcohol consumption and provide valid ID upon request
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 and weather conditions
- Vessels are subject to change depending on availability
- Maximum passenger limit per cruise is 12 people
- Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer
- Abalone fishing is dependent on availability and fishing conditions of the day, and therefore tastings cannot be guaranteed
- Menu is seasonal and subject to availability. Menu description and highlights have been provided as an example only. Changes to the menu may occur
Please Note:
- 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.