Top Tasmania On the Water - page 2

Escape the traditional restaurant scene and the hassle of snagging a reservation, and savor delicious Tasmanian seafood fresh from the ocean on this full-day cruise from Hobart. Enjoy a scenic cruise down the Derwent River and around Bruny Island. Your guide dives and snorkels for fresh oysters, abalone, and sea urchins around Bruny Island’s coast. Dine on the freshly gathered seafood, prepared on board and accompanied by regional wines, beers, and cider.

With a wealth of artisan food producers, it can be hard to know where to get started if you want to tackle Bruny Island's gourmet food scene. Take out the guesswork and join a guided tour that takes you from Hobart, straight to a variety of delicious food tastings. Sample award-winning cheeses, premium wines and beer, freshly shucked oysters, handcrafted fudge, mead, and local honey—and top off the day with a delicious lunch at a beachside restaurant. There's also time to take in the island's pristine vistas during scenic stops around the island.

Travel from Hobart to Tasmania’s east coast to visit the famous Wineglass Bay and Freycinet National Park. Hike up to the Wineglass Bay Lookout and, if you're up for more of a challenge, continue down to Wineglass Bay beach. For an easier adventure, walk to Honeymoon Bay and Cape Tourville Lighthouse. On the return drive, enjoy wine and oysters (own expense) at a local winery with sweeping views of Freycinet.

See the best of the UNESCO-listed Maria Island and its surrounding scenic isles on a comprehensive tour complete with a wildlife-watching cruise and a walk through the Darlington Convict Settlement. Live commentary means you can make the most of your sightseeing experience, plus an included lunch with drinks and snacks means you don't have to worry about going hungry. For a completely hassle-free day, opt for the shuttle bus option.

Spend a relaxing day in Hobart on the water by traveling from the city to Peppermint Bay on a Derwent River cruise. You have the chance to see dolphins in the d’Entrecasteaux Channel, and then hop off the boat for lunch at a waterfront restaurant in Peppermint Bay with a view of Bruny Island.

If you can’t wait to discover the wonders that made the Tasmanian Wilderness a UNESCO World Heritage Site, get a head start on this Gordon River cruise. Traveling on a state-of-the-art quiet catamaran, soak up views of rare Tasmanian trees, sample leatherwood honey, and see Hells Gates, where river and ocean meet. Then, indulge in a dinner experience onboard, showcasing some of the best Tasmanian produce.

Book a 1- or 2-day pass on a Hobart hop-on hop-off bus tour for an easy way to explore the city's top attractions at your own pace. Travel by double-decker red bus to 20 stops around the city, where you can hop off whenever you wish to visit the places that interest you. Alternatively, opt to stay onboard the bus for the full loop.

Experience the Local fresh produce and natural beauty of Bruny Island on this all inclusive full-day escape from Hobart. Indulge in freshly shucked oysters, artisan cheeses, local honey, fudge, and chocolate, as well as a delicious lunch made from local produce. In addition to the tasty treats, visit the island's must-see spots, including an exclusive guided tour and stair climb of the historic Cape Bruny Lighthouse, for beautiful ocean views.

The Gordon River winds through the wilderness, so its rainforest and the ruins of Sarah Island can only be reached from the water. Cruise out from Strahan by catamaran instead, stepping ashore for a walk through the rainforest of the South West Wilderness. Stop at Sarah Island to see its former convict settlement, with a buffet dinner featuring local specialties served on board.

Explore Hobart from the water on a kayak tour with an experienced guide. You have three options to choose from when booking: a 2.5-hour tour from central Hobart, a 7-hour tour past cliffs, caves and beaches or a 10-hour Tasman Peninsula tour. You’ll either admire Hobart’s bustling waterfront along the River Derwent, or take in the scenic wilderness outside the city on one of the full-day adventures. Learn paddling techniques from your guide, who also provides narration about the city and surrounding region.

Discover the incredible Tasman Peninsula on this full-day sea kayaking tour from Hobart. This intimate, small-group tour is a great way to get up close and personal to the dramatic landscapes—including dizzyingly high sea cliffs, gravity-defying rock columns, and water-carved caves. You’ll also paddle over a semi-submerged shipwreck, enjoy a gourmet lunch with snacks and refreshments in a secluded cove, and see plenty of wild and wonderful sea life including seals.

Explore the top sites of Tasmania on a comprehensive 3-day tour from Hobart to Launceston. Delve into the convict history of Australia at Port Arthur Historic Site, and see landmarks like Tasman Arch and Devils Kitchen. Continue to Launceston to discover the gems of Freycinet National Park, including Wineglass Bay. Then head to Cradle Mountain National Park to walk around Dove Lake and admire Cradle Mountain. Stop in towns such as Richmond, Swansea, Sheffield and Orford, and taste fresh produce and seafood from local producers.