Gordon River Cruise departing from Strahan
Overview
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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
Quiet cruising under electric motors while on the Gordon River
Restroom on board
Dedicated on-board guides
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
Options
Main Deck Central
Central seating on the main deck; includes chef prepared buffet lunch. Boarding - 8:00am Departure - 8:30am
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
Reviews
1,519 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tranquil and Informative Cruise
Wendy C,
May 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great cruise. Very informative - especially Sarah Island. Helpful staff. Lovely lunch. We had the middle main deck (the other options do get quite expensive) there were only 40 people on board when we went, I think the view and experience would be quite different with more people. Definitely pair with 'The Ship that Never Was' they complement each other.
Extraordinary experience. Must do!
RON V,
Apr 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00We were convinced by friends to do this,cruise and the upper,deck package. And that’s what we did. In one word, wow! Great crew welcome you on board, met with a glass of sparkling wine or orange juice, canopy, coffee as we headed out of the harbour. We opted for this particular cruising cat because of its hybrid propulsion system which when changed to electric gave a quite peaceful cruise up and down the Gordon River. Food and wines were in abundance and amazing. Will do it again with our overseas friends whenever they decide to come down to Tassie. Do yourself a favour, spoil yourself as this is a bucket list must do!
loved it but too cold and...
Colin J,
Apr 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00loved it but too cold and windy to go outside,lunch was very nice.Sarah island was very interesting.crew were great
A lovely day out.
Anna C,
Apr 5, 2025
- Viator
4.00It’s an excellent experience on the whole. The premier upper deck was a great way to enjoy seeing the harbour as it should be for $350. The hostesses should remember people have paid a lot of money for the experience and be a little more gracious when asked for soft drinks toward the end of the trip. Food was excellent, wines were fair.
Great experience
Lynne M,
Apr 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00What a wonderful trip,very educational and relaxing. The lunch was perfect. You need to do this trip to see the mirror reflections.
