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
A minimum of 8 passengers is required for the dinner cruise to depart.
Infant meals not included
Baby pram accessible
No dress code
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
2hrs dinner cruise (3-course) one complimentary drink (at least 8 people to run)Check us before book
1 hour cruise on Morning and Afternoon cruise, Light refreshments available for purchasing
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
Afternoon Cruise South
Afternoon cruise: One-hour cruise going South route(1.45pm)
Dinner Cruise @6pm
Dinner Cruise @6pm: 2-hour dinner cruise with three-course meal and free wine
Lunch Cruise @ 12:15pm
1.5-hour Lunch Cruise with one-course-meal
Breakfast Cruise @ 9:15am
Breakfast
Afternoon Cruise North
Afternoon cruise: One-hour cruise going North route(2.45pm)
The Morning Cruise @ 11am
One-hour cruise going North route
Reviews
550 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience to do in Hobart for a lunchtime.
Elizabeth H,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great commentary very interesting information and facts. Lunch was delicious. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Very enjoyable. Delicious...
Mary C,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very enjoyable. Delicious salmon lunch and informative commentary. Just the right amount of time. Quaint boat.
Twighlight tour
788caseye,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day out! So many activities packed into one trip. It was an overcast day with light rain but did not affect the experience at all! Made it even more beautiful! Great crew and great food! Book it!!
Relaxed , informative harbour cruise
Happyexplorers34,
Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very enjoyable tour. Lovely scenic hour spent on the boat. Got great weather, we Learned a lot of history from the commentary. Very reasonably priced.
River Cruise - be aware
Lois R,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00The commentary was hard to hear what with the noise of the engines and lots of chatter from other guests. Didn’t hear a word !! And that was one reason I went to hear about the history. Suggest pre recorded commentary and give each person earphones to listen.
Na
Joanne B,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Can't really hear commentary if sitting outside. Very pleasure ride around the river. Great knowledge from your guide. Was worth the trip
Derwent boat ride
beartrap23,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Great boat trip. Food was fantastic. Speaker sound system definitely needs attention as the captain commentary was scratchy and distorted.
Great value in terms of time and cost!!
helenrC8399OS,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great experience for my husband's 70th Birthday. Meal, scenery and commentary were all good. My husband particularly enjoyed the details and interesting facts of the commentary. Thanks.
well worth it. The cost was very reasonable.
Anni M,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00For a short trip around the harbor - this is a good one. The food was lovely. We really enjoyed it and it was very relaxing. It was nice to see how Hobart was so spread out.
Was a great experience...
Michael J,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Was a great experience and very relaxing The meal was delicious and just the right serving the boat left on time and very friendly and helpful staff
From A$35.00
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