Gordon River Cruise departing from Strahan
Overview
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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 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
Forward-facing seat in the center of the main deck; includes chef prepared buffet lunch. Departs at 8:30am
Operated by NRMA
Reviews
1,468 reviews
Gordon River Cruise.
Jenny W,
Jan 25, 2025
5.0We had a great time. Staff were very helpful and informative. Food was great. Tours were amazing. Great to learn the history.
An unforgettable experience
Tammy W,
Jan 14, 2025
5.0Cruising into Gordon River in whispering mode - serene, calm and peaceful. Professional organization of the whole tour. Informative presentation of the history, culture and heritage of the people and the place.
Amazing tour, very well organised
Donna R,
Jan 10, 2025
5.0This was the best organised tour we’ve ever been on. Everything worked perfectly with check in, lunch, commentary & excursions. Such a beautiful part of the world & an extremely comfortable way to see it. Highly recommended
Irishdevil comes home to Gordon River.
Craig M,
Jan 8, 2025
5.0Wear sunscreen. Take layers of clothing, it may get cold. Camera and binoculars are useful. It’s a wonderful geography and history experience embroiled with the culture of the local indigenous people. As a Tasmanian born man but overseas living citizen this was an amazing, wonderful, enlightening, culturally rich journey that I will do again. The crew and everyone involved were amazing too.
We loved the food, the...
Maria G,
Jan 4, 2025
5.0We loved the food, the guide and the staff was very professional. Overall it was a magnificent tour!
