Ile Des Phoques and Maria Island Cruise and Walk Day Tour with Lunch
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8 hours
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Join our team to visit the most remarkable places in Tasmania, if not the World! Our expert team of marine scientists have been the only cruise to Ile Des Phoques and Maria Island since 2006.
Your cruise to the Ile Des Phoques (Island Of Seals) will capture the stunning views of Maria Island, including famous landmarks such as the Painted Cliffs and Fossil Cliffs, giant sea caves, mountain peaks and the stunning granite cliffs of Maria Island's east coast.
Award winning and only cruise and day tour to view seals, dolphins, wombats, kangaroos, eagles, wallabies, albatross and whales (during migration), famous geology and UNESCO convict history. Your tour will depart from Triabunna (approximately 1-hour and 15-minutes from Hobart). Includes a 4-hour scenic cruise of Maria Island with a 2-hour stay on the island.
A free shuttle bus service is available for guests who require transport from Hobart! Please choose the Tour + Bus option when booking.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please choose the Tour + Bus option if you do require the Hobart shuttle bus.
Designed and guided by professional scientists
Maria Island Cruises reserves the right to cancel departures at anytime and will refund the full amount of any monies paid by the customer.
Perfect for children
Seasickness tablets and wristbands provided to guests if required
The vessel is safe and comfortable and provides protection from the elements
The vessel has a comfortable on board toilet, which doubles as a change room for those wanting to swim
Small and personalised tour groups. Maximum 28 people for room to move about the boat!
Tours are perfect for children and families!
Tours are subject to weather and minimum numbers
Waterproof jackets and pants available onboard the boat
Our 5-star tour is catered with drinks and food/lunch onboard
*Note, if poor weather prevents the cruising to the Ile Des Phoques, the cruise will be changed to circumnavigate Maria Island.
Local wines (Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc) and Tasmanian premium lager are also provided during lunch. A single serve is complimentary with your tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Guided walk of Darlington convict settlement
Alcoholic Beverages
Lunch
Landing and facility fees
Live commentary on board
Professional Guide
Coffee and/or Tea
2-hour stay on Maria Island
Free Hobart shuttle bus transfers
Seal viewing
Snacks
Dolphin and Whale watching
4-hour scenic cruise
Kangaroo and Wombat viewing
Hotel pickup. Contact us directly for hotel pickups 0362571300. Additional $25 per person return
What To Expect
On the way to Ile Des Phoques you can see albatross, dolphins, Australian fur seals and whales (depending on the time of year) as well as majestic panoramic views of Maria Island and the Freycinet Peninsula. Once at Ile Des Phoques we will sit with the fur seals and learn about their home at Ile Des Phoques, their recovery from near extinction from commercial sealing and how they are now breeding at Ile Des Phoques again for the first time in over 200 years. We will enjoy morning tea, coffee and cakes with the seals and then explore the remarkable giant Rainbow Caves. These caves are the largest granite sea caves in Australia, possibly the World. Feel the emotion and beauty of nature as we venture deep inside the caves onboard the cruise boat.
Maria Island
After your time spent at Ile Des Phoques, we travel to Maria Island for a beautiful lunch with local wine onboard our cruise boat beside a stunning white sandy beach. After lunch we dock at the jetty and spend the afternoon on Maria Island for a guided walk exploring the history of the Darlington convict settlement and time spent with the resident wombats and kangaroos. *Note, if poor weather prevents the cruising to the Ile Des Phoques, the cruise will be changed to circumnavigate Maria Island. Lunch is provided on the tour from our cafe as a large healthy salad bowl. A variety of salad lunch options include; chicken breast in pesto aioli, smoked salmon, roast beef, leg ham or vegetarian/vegan. You can add a home made bacon & cheese quiche or pumpkin and feta quiche and switch to a half salad. You will also be provided a complimentary drink of tea, coffee, juice, soft drinks, local wines and Tasmanian premium larger.
Options
Tour Only (Meet at Triabunna)
Meet us in Triabunna (8:30am): Please select this option if you will drive yourself to Triabunna to meet at our cafe for checkin and boarding the cruise.
Tour + Bus (Pick up in Hobart)
Tour + Bus: Free shuttle bus from Hobart. Meet at Brooke Street Pier 6:45am. Please contact us (62571300) if you require a hotel pickup.
Pickup included
Reviews
199 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Phenomenal!
leilah H,
Feb 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00Absolutely perfect experience with this excellent tour! The tour company is phenomenal as were the crew. From caves, to wildlife, to good food, and a smooth transfer. What an incredible experience!
Best Tour in Australia.
Douglas T,
Jan 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing day. We saw seals, dolphins, wombats, and even a devil on Maria Island. The staff was great and the boat was great. Food and snacks also perfect
Fantastic day out
John F,
Jan 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Absolutely fabulous cruise. We were blessed with a beautiful day....saw plenty of seals 🦭 ❤️, colourful sea caves, limestone cliffs with waterfalls, the convict settlement, wombats, a Tasmanian Devil...all topped off with a delicious lunch served with beer, wine and soft drinks while anchored in a beautiful sheltered cove. Many thanks to skipper Steve and first mate Tamsin for a most enjoyable day 👍. Therese and John
Great trip out at sea!
Iris Q,
Dec 28, 2024
- Viator
5.00My initial worry was being out at sea for at least 4 hours but I got myself prepared and had a good trip throughout except for some showers along the way. The skipper and Tams were great and they tried to make sure we're comfortable. We managed to visit the island of seals and caves. Nice walk in Darlington with nice views and weather
Awesome
Deborah S,
Dec 7, 2024
- Viator
5.00This was an amazing experience. Being show around these islands by marine scientists gave us great insite into what is happening in the marine world
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