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
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
Lunch Cruise @ 12:15pm
1.5-hour Lunch Cruise with one-course-meal
Breakfast Cruise @ 9:15am
Breakfast
Afternoon Cruise
One-hour cruise going South route or North route
Reviews
524 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect outing
sharon f,
Aug 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00100 percent would recommend this cruise. Lovely day out with family and easy to find and book. Thank you
Enjoyable Hour
Cheryl C,
Aug 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Enjoyable hour of learning about Hobart waterfront history. Great commentary by the Skipper. Lots of laughs
Great cruise, commentary...
Catherine L,
Aug 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great cruise, commentary was very good, meal was great, the whole evening ran very smoothly without any problems
Fabulous lunch cruise around the harbour both North and South.
Cheryl J,
Aug 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00The cruise was informative and the lunch was amazing, great staff and friendly service. Easy to book.
Great cruise
Damian B,
Jul 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00A great cruise with plenty of history, we all had a great time and the captain was amazing. Well worth doing.
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