Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart

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Overview

Available languages

English

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

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

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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.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Afternoon Cruise North

Afternoon cruise: One-hour cruise going North route(2.45pm)

Afternoon Cruise South

Afternoon cruise: One-hour cruise going South route(1.45pm)

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

The Morning Cruise @ 11am

One-hour cruise going North route

Reviews

4.52

529 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Great trip

    Lee R,

    Sep 14, 2025

    - Viator

    4.00

    The Captain was very knowledgeable & not over talkative. Beautiful sights & very relaxing. Worth the money.

  • Stunning view from the...

    Aldous W,

    Sep 8, 2025

    - Viator

    4.00

    Stunning view from the ferry. Interesting guidance on the landscape/buildings around. And luckily the weather was fantastic. Just a bit difficulty to get the tickets from the app, and ultimately got them from the counter.

  • Perfect outing

    sharon f,

    Aug 13, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    100 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

    5.00

    Enjoyable hour of learning about Hobart waterfront history. Great commentary by the Skipper. Lots of laughs

  • Great cruise, commentary...

    Catherine L,

    Aug 3, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Great cruise, commentary was very good, meal was great, the whole evening ran very smoothly without any problems

From A$35.00

4.52
529 reviews