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Overview

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English

6 hours

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Named 'Tasmania's Best Guided Tour' in 2018, a Gordon River Cruise takes you deep into the UNESCO Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, to explore a place rich with natural histories and tales of human history. Cruise into this wild place aboard Spirit of the Wild, a custom-built vessel, equipped with electric motors to allow you to cruise quietly on the Gordon River and experience its true tranquility.

Enjoy a Chef-prepared menu that caters for all requirements, as well as dedicated on-board guides.

Cruise aboard Spirit of the Wild with the Tasmanian owned and operated Gordon River Cruises to be first on the river, giving you the best chance of seeing the famous reflections.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Infants are free provided they do not occupy a seat

Tour is wheelchair accessible on the Main Deck only. Motor scooters are not permitted due to size limitations

About the boat: Spirit of the Wild features a unique hybrid propulsion system allowing you to cruise quietly on the Gordon River, as well as an environmentally designed hull to ensure minimal impact on the area’s pristine wilderness; inside, the vessel provides an optimal experience for passengers with interpretive facilities with maps, photographs and guidebooks, and plenty of deck space, including a 360° Viewing Deck at the top of the vessel.

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

What‘s Included

Restroom on board

Dedicated on-board guides

Quiet cruising under electric motors while on the Gordon River

Chef Prepared Buffet lunch on the Morning Cruises

Drinks, unless you travel on the Premier Upper Deck. Cash bar available on the Main Deck

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

What To Expect

1

Gordon River

Cruise quietly in World Heritage wilderness aboard Spirit of the Wild, with her electric motors. The tranquility of this experience has to be experienced to be believed. Hear the stories of the river from our dedicated guides and step ashore at Heritage Landing for an interpretive tour of the ancient rain forest. On returning to your vessel, enjoy a Chef-prepared lunch on the river as you cruise for Sarah Island.

3 hours • Admission Included
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Sarah Island

Step ashore at Sarah Island, a place once feared for its reputation as one of the meanest convict penal colonies in Tasmania. Hear the stories of the wild place with a guide who will take you back in time to the tales of hardship, heroes and villains. Sarah Island is a place that balances stunning scenery with a challenging and tangible history.

1 hour • Admission Included

Options

Main Deck Window

Main Deck Window : The main deck next to full-length windows for exceptional views; includes chef prepared buffet lunch. Departs at 8:30am

Premier Upper Deck

Luxury seating with exclusive deck space with nature guide; includes fine food, wine, Tasmanian beer and lunch (smoked salmon, trout, Tasmanian game and Tasmanian goods like cheese). Departs at 8:30am

Main Deck Central

Central seating on the main deck; includes chef prepared buffet lunch. Boarding - 8:00am Departure - 8:30am

Reviews

4.79

1,554 reviews

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  • A boat trip with the royal treatment

    Jennifer B,

    Oct 18, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    From boarding with friendly staff and allocated seats (no rush to get a good seat-all seats have a great view) to service on the boat the hostess were amazing. They gave us lots of informative information about the area and the islands. Food and drinks were awesome. A great trip all round.

  • Very organised. Staff all...

    Barb H,

    Oct 16, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Very organised. Staff all happy and a pleasure to be around. Lunch was nice variety. Loved seat allocations. Sarah Island tour leader very entertaining. Even booking office was pleasant experience.

  • Informative commentary...

    I M,

    Oct 11, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Informative commentary about the history and significance of the area, great interacting staff and top notch service

  • Its a must do activity....

    djridings6,

    Sep 29, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Its a must do activity. There is so much to see and learn. The lunch provided was excellent and they moved all of the passengers through quickly.

  • Fantastic Tour

    Carolyn C,

    Sep 26, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Absolutely fantastic tour. The entire trip from start to finish was excellent. Couldn’t recommend more highly.

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4.79
1,554 reviews
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