About this tour
Set sail from Strahan on Tasmania's rugged west coast aboard the Harbour Master catamaran for a 6-hour evening cruise through World Heritage waters. You'll navigate Hells Gates, pass working aquaculture farms, and explore the convict ruins of Sarah Island with a local guide. Two hours on the Gordon River includes a walk through pristine rainforest before returning to a dinner of Tasmanian fare prepared fresh on-board.
Highlights
- Navigate Hells Gates, a dramatic coastal passage
- Guided tour of Sarah Island's convict settlement ruins
- Two-hour Gordon River cruise into World Heritage wilderness
- Rainforest boardwalk among Huon pines and ferns
- Tasmanian dinner and afternoon tea included on-board
- Live skipper commentary throughout the journey
- 35-metre catamaran with upper-deck seating available
What to expect
Depart Strahan Wharf at 3pm, returning by 8:30pm. The catamaran heads south past working aquaculture operations, then into the narrow passage of Hells Gates before reaching Sarah Island, where a guide walks you through weathered convict-era structures. The highlight is drifting deep into the Gordon River's ancient rainforest—you'll disembark for a boardwalk among towering trees, their trunks thick with moss and lichen. Dinner is served on-board as you cruise back, made from local Tasmanian ingredients. The skipper provides live commentary throughout. Weather doesn't stop the cruise, so bring layers and waterproofs.
Good to know
Collect your boarding tickets at the booking office beside the vessel before departure. Only the main deck is wheelchair accessible. Children under 4 must sit centre-deck. Infants can use prams or specialised seats. Service animals welcome. Additional drinks and snacks are available to purchase. The cruise runs 27 December to 16 January only.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.