Tasman Island Cruises - Pennicott Wilderness Journeys

This Pennicott Wilderness Journey takes you for a spectacular three-hour cruise along the extraordinary coastline of Tasman National Park, between Eaglehawk Neck and Port Arthur. Close encounters with the highest sea cliffs in the Southern Hemisphere, rugged and spectacular coastal landscapes, waterfalls, deep sea caves, amazing wildlife on land and sea. Gaze up at the spectacular dolerite cliffs of Cape Pillar, marvel at the towering sea stacks like Cathedral Rock, the Totem Pole, Candlestick and glide in and out of sea caves. You will join in the search for abundant sea and coastal wildlife such as seals, dolphins, migrating whales, birds of prey, albatross and many other varieties of sea birds. The team at Tasman Island Cruises are dedicated to providing world-class customer service. From the time you hop on their bus or arrive at the booking centre you will know that your enjoyment and safety is paramount. Our local seafaring boat crew share a deep love of the ocean and coast, with extensive experience and skills in reading the moods of the sea. They'll make sure you enjoy every moment of your cruise....

Product Types

• Nature and wildlife
• Sightseeing Tours
• Cruises, Sailing and Water Tours
• Cultural and Theme Tours
• Walking and Biking Tours
• Full Day
• Half Day or Less

Accreditation

• COVID Clean Practicing Business
• ATEC COVID Ready/ WTTC Safe Travels Stamp
• COVID Safe
• EarthCheck Certified
• ECO Certified (Advanced Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
• Green Globe Certified
• Quality Tourism Accreditation

Accessibility Information

• Disabled access available, contact operator for details.

Activities you can engage in

• Birdwatching
• Boating

Tours

• Full Day Tour from Hobart including Tasmanian Devil Unzoo

  

  Include a visit to the Tasmanian Devil Unzoo in your Full Day Tour to the Tasman Peninsula. This full day of adventure includes a return guided bus tour, three-hour wilderness cruise, entry to the Tasmanian Devil Unzoo, morning tea and lunch. Departs daily at 0730 from Pennicott Wilderness Journeys Hobart Booking Office at Franklin Wharf, next to Constitution Dock Lifting Bridge. Operates daily all year round, except Christmas Day. Maximum of 40 passengers per boat. Warm dress is recommended. Full length wind and water proof jackets provided. Bookings are essential.

  Facilities found here

  • Family Friendly
  • Public Toilet

• Three Hour Wilderness Cruise Tour

  

  Tasman Island Cruises offers three-hour wilderness cruises departing from its booking centre at Port Arthur all year round. There is a 10 am cruise daily with an option of an afternoon cruise departing at 2 pm from December to April. Prepare yourself to see some of the highest sea cliffs in the southern hemisphere, and marine wildlife including seals, albatrosses, sea eagles and whales during migration season. Operates daily all year round except Christmas Day. Maximum of 40 passengers per boat. Warm dress is recommended. Full length wind and water proof jackets provided. Bookings are essential.

  Facilities found here

  • Carpark
  • Family Friendly
  • Public Toilet

  Accessibility Information

  • Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
  • Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
  • Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.

• Full Day Tour from Hobart

  

  This full day of adventure includes a return guided bus tour, three-hour wilderness cruise, morning tea and lunch. Departs daily at 0745 from Pennicott Wilderness Journeys Hobart Booking Office at Franklin Wharf, next to Constitution Dock Lifting Bridge. Operates daily all year round, except Christmas Day. Maximum of 40 passengers per boat. Warm dress is recommended. Full length wind and waterproof jackets provided. Bookings are essential.

  Facilities found here

  • Family Friendly
  • Public Toilet

  Accessibility Information

  • Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
  • Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
  • Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.

• Full Day Tour from Hobart including Port Arthur Historic Site

  

  Include a three hour visit to Port Arthur Historic Site to make the ultimate Port Arthur wilderness, wildlife and historic journey. This full day of adventure includes a return guided bus tour, three hour wilderness cruise, three hours at the Port Arthur Historic Site, morning tea and lunch. Departs daily at 0730 from Pennicott Wilderness Journeys Hobart Booking Office at Franklin Wharf, next to Constitution Dock Lifting Bridge. Operates daily all year round, except Christmas Day. Maximum of 40 passengers per boat. Warm dress is recommended. Full length wind and water proof jackets provided. Bookings are essential.

  Facilities found here

  • Family Friendly
  • Public Toilet

  Accessibility Information

  • Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
  • Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
  • Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.