Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart
Overview
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1 hour
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Hobart Historic Cruises organises and operates the Derwent River harbour cruise tour, providing quality service to both global tourism and participating delegates.
We have highly experienced crew members and also provide a boat charter service on our vessel ‘Spirit of Hobart’.
The company, which has been running the Derwent River harbour cruise tour for more than 30 years, has an excellent track record.
We provide a first class service at affordable prices, which are highly competitive.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infant meals not included
No dress code
Baby pram accessible
There is a minimum of 6 persons required for the Dinner cruise to depart.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
1 hour cruise on Morning and Afternoon cruise, Light refreshments available for purchasing
2 hours cruise with 3-course dinner and one complimentary drink(Miniun people for this is 8 people)
Live commentary on board for all the cruises
1.5 hours cruise with 1-course lunch on Lunch Cruise (meal not included for kids under 5)
Transportation to/from hotels
Hotel pick up & drop off are not available
What To Expect
Hobart
The North route travels up the river going inland, passing Botanical Gardens, Government House, under Tasman Bridge, crossing over the river to Rose Bay, then coming back from Montagu Bay. The South route goes down the river around the bay, passing Battery Point, Sandy Bay, Casino, then over to eastern shore towards Bellerive Bluff and finally coming back from Kangaroo Bay.
Options
Lunch Cruise @ 12:15pm
1.5-hour Lunch Cruise with one-course-meal
Afternoon Cruise North
Afternoon cruise: One-hour cruise going North route(2.45pm)
Breakfast Cruise @ 9:15am
Breakfast
Dinner Cruise @6pm
Dinner Cruise @6pm: 2-hour dinner cruise with three-course meal and free wine
The Morning Cruise @ 11am
One-hour cruise going North route
Afternoon Cruise South
Afternoon cruise: One-hour cruise going South route(1.45pm)
Reviews
535 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Boat ride
Morgan D,
Oct 7, 2025
- Viator
4.00Fairly short trip but Informative. Good option to get a quick look around the harbor and history of the area.
Well worth doing this tour.
Gary N,
Oct 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Most enjoyable hour and a half. Nice food and very interesting commentary. Well worth the time and money.
Relaxing morning cruise.
Alex C,
Sep 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Informative relaxing northbound Derwent River cruise. Great commentary from our very experienced captain.
Nice way to see Hobart from a different view~
Jane C,
Sep 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00I took a nice short boat ride on the Derwent River from Hobart’s harbor. This is just a different way to see Hobart and its surroundings, not a lot of excitement but some nice commentary from the captain.
Great views from the...
Graham T,
Sep 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great views from the water, commentary was very interesting, take a jacket if want to go out on the bow.
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