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Gordon River Cruise
Be first on the river aboard Spirit of the Wild to see the famous reflections
Long table lunch on the Premier Upper Deck of Spirit of the Wild
Cruise on the Premier Upper Deck of Spirit of the Wild for the ultimate comfort in the wilds of Tasmania's west
The Main Deck aboard Spirit of the Wild offers two seating types.

Gordon River Cruise departing from Strahan

By NRMA
9.8 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$172 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

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.

Activity location

  • Gordon River Cruises
    • 24 The Esplanade,
    • 7468, Strahan, Tasmania, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 24 Esplanade
    • 24 Esplanade
    • 7468, Strahan, Tasmania, Australia

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Premier Upper Deck
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

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

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:30 am
Price details
NZ$387.51 x 1 AdultNZ$387.51
Total
Price is NZ$387.51

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedQuiet cruising under electric motors while on the Gordon River
  • What's includedWhat's includedBathroom on board
  • What's includedWhat's includedDedicated on-board guides
  • What's includedWhat's includedChef Prepared Buffet lunch on the Morning Cruises
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedDrinks, unless you travel on the Premier Upper Deck. Cash bar available on the Main Deck
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHotel pickup and drop-off

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transport 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.

Activity itinerary

Gordon River
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
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.
Sarah Island
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
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.
Gordon River Cruises
  • 15m
Returning to Strahan, enjoy complimentary tastings of local produce in the Gordon River Cruises terminal, as well as the opportunity to browse souvenirs and gifts for home before exploring the magic of the Strahan waterfront.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESGordon River Cruises
    • 24 The Esplanade,
    • 7468, Strahan, Tasmania, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE24 Esplanade
    • 24 Esplanade
    • 7468, Strahan, Tasmania, Australia

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