2.50 hour Afternoon Discovery Cruise including Cataract Gorge departing at 3 pm
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Cruise into the magical Cataract Gorge and through Launceston's riverfront precinct. Head north past Tamar Island, historical buildings: St Mathias Church and the Rosevears Pub. Experience the variety of life as we cruise past charming riverfront communties, vineyards and farms, to historical Rosevears and Windemere districts. This fascinating collection of history, fauna and people at work, rest and play makes an absorbing narrative which will touch, intrigue and inspire. The best vantage point to view the Tamar Valley
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Tamar Valley
Tour includes afternoon tea, live commentary, on-board wine and beer tasting, fruit selection and unlimited tea and coffee. Cruise into the magical Cataract Gorge and through Launceston's riverfront precinct. Head north past Tamar Island, historical buildings: St Mathias Church and the Rosevears Pub. Experience the variety of life as we cruise past charming riverfront communties, vineyards and farms, to historical Rosevears and Windemere districts. This fascinating collection of history, fauna and people at work, rest and play makes an absorbing narrative which will touch, intrigue and inspire. The best vantage point to view the Tamar Valley
What‘s Included
Assorted sweet biscuits, muffins and fruit cake, fresh basket of fruits tea & coffee
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2.50 hour Afternoon Discovery Cruise including Cataract Gorge departing at 3 pm
Reviews
21 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Launceston from the water.
Twelfthstrike,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Cruise operator upgraded me to a longer cruise. Great way to see Launceston from a different angle. Very relaxing way to spend the day.
Highly recommended Tamar River cruise
Pamela O,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great cruise on the Tamar River. We were lucky with the weather, sunny and warm. Good commentary and delicious muffins to accompany our afternoon coffee. Added bonus was a wine and beer tasting.
Beautiful cruise along...
Gwyneth W,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful cruise along the Tamar River with helpful commentary to understand the area. Crew were friendly and the refreshments were good.
Interesting and enjoyable cruise on the Tamar
Michelle H,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The boat captain was very knowledgeable and gave great commentary. The cabin staff were friendly. Afternoon tea was provided and some wine tasting, too.
View of Launceston on the estuary.
Jennifer B,Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We were going on the 2.5 hours trip but they upgraded us to 4 hour luncheon. It was a great trip. The captain was very knowledgeable with local information. Morning Tea and Lunch was delicious. Great way to see Launceston.
Great cruise.
janetsU595HK,Mar 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed this cruise. The captain was very knowledgeable and informative. The views were great and the boat was very comfortable.
cataract gorge cruise
sandradX3024LM,Feb 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00we did the morning cruise. it left on time and the commentary was very informal and entertaining. i would certainly recommend it
Well worth doing. Amazung
Fearless64537082374,Jan 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely amazing. Wish it went for longer. Commentary was great, afternoon tea delicious. Wine tasting was a pleasant surprise.
Cataract cruise
deb0rahqs,Dec 14, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The cruise we booked is not the 1 we ended up with. We enjoyed the cruise we ended up with & any problems were resolved very quickly
Launceston from the river.
starz,May 1, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A lovely afternoon. Great commentary on the way up the river by our skipper and a beautiful sunset return back to port.
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