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 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.
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
Options
Breakfast Cruise @ 9:15am
Breakfast
Lunch Cruise @ 12:15pm
1.5-hour Lunch Cruise with one-course-meal
Dinner Cruise @6pm
Dinner Cruise @6pm: 2-hour dinner cruise with three-course meal and free wine
Afternoon Cruise North
Afternoon cruise: One-hour cruise going North route(2.45pm)
The Morning Cruise @ 11am
One-hour cruise going North route
Afternoon Cruise South
Afternoon cruise: One-hour cruise going South route(1.45pm)
Reviews
583 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Happy times
Andrew C,,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to see the Hobart township with mt Wellington as its backdrop. And a great talker explains the history
Great cruise.
Peter P,,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Our cruise was calm but could be very rough sometimes,Pleasant commentary.if you can walk you can get on and off the boat with ease.
Derwent River Lunch Cruise
Bernard R,,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great river cruise. We went on the lunch cruise and the food was very good. The crew were really helpful. The captain's commentary was great.
Great Value Fun
Naturenutjan,,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This trip was excellent value for less than $50. It was an easy 10 minute walk along the harbour side from the cruise ship. Ticketing was easy. Seating was comfortable and out of the sun. Our guide was excellent and had a good sense of humor. I wish I'd done the longer cruise.
Dinner cruise
sharon c,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The staff that work on the boat are exceptional. They all work well together to make our experience awesome. The food was tasty and well cooked
Great ! But would benefit from more inclusive history.
Lynette P,,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Great value. Comfortable seating with options to move around the boat. Great, knowledgeable captain who kept us informed and entertained. I would give it 5 stars if information about Tasmania’s indigenous community and heritage was included.
River cruise
Paul K,,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to spend couple hrs seeing Tasmania and food was plenty and delicious Great tour guide and informative
Great evening excursion
Mark B,,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The Captain's commentary really makes this trip worthwhile. Lovely food & beautiful views. Its great to hear about the history & why things happened. Especially the stories behind the people involved. The staff were very helpful & really pleasant. This evening the weather was perfect. A lovely sunset just finished it all off nicely.
Very informative by our...
Kristin L,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative by our local race caller, and professional photographer. Beautiful day for it. Gorgeous old ferry.
A great way to learn about the history of Hobart.
Sandra C,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great commentary by the skipper and beautiful scenery. Very comfortable seats and quite relaxing too.
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