Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
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
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
Dinner Cruise @5.30pm
Dinner Cruise @5.30pmpm: 2-hour dinner cruise with three-course meal and one free wine
Lunch Cruise @ 12:15pm
1.5-hour Lunch Cruise with one-course-meal
Breakfast Cruise @ 9:15am
Breakfast
Afternoon Cruise South
Afternoon cruise: One-hour cruise going South route(1.45pm)
Afternoon Cruise North
Afternoon cruise: One-hour cruise going North route(2.45pm)
The Morning Cruise @ 11am
One-hour cruise going North route
What‘s Included
2hrs dinner cruise (3-course) one complimentary drink (at least 8 people to run)Check us before book
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)
1 hour cruise on Morning and Afternoon cruise, Light refreshments available for purchasing
Transportation to/from hotels
Hotel pick up & drop off are not available
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
612 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great way to see Hobart...
Kate M,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great way to see Hobart from the water with a very informative guide along the way. Would highly recommend this experience.
Spirit of Hobart
patgX1117UB,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good little trip, nice to see some sites and learn some local history.
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Karmen F,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolute must do. The commentary was awesome, so informative and entertaining. Crew were lovely. Always great to find out fun facts about the city you are visiting.
Wonderful way to spend a couple of hours.
Susan D,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the lunch cruise. The food was amazing, and the commentary was fantastic. Peter and Declan clearly love what they do. Thanks for letting my 91 year old Dad drive the boat.
Great value and expert commentary
CherryBlossom1973,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very informative afternoon
Highly recommend
Janet F,May 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Great way to see Tasmania from a different view. The river eas beautiful. One of our party has mobility issues. Treated with great kindness
Excellent day out on the Derwent River
Sandra N,May 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fabulous tour - especially Sarah Island and the lovely Tasmanian lunch we got on board. Very educational with lovely family staff too.
Excellent and good value for money
Rodger Z,May 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great one hour cruise around the north of Hobart with interesting commentary. Well worth it if you are looking to do something for an afternoon.
Wonderful
Katrina M,May 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful way to see Hobart from a different perspective. Very enjoyable cruise with most interesting commentary.
Hobart on the water
Heath B,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Very educational cruise with good historical information given throughout the cruise and a nice lunch
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