2.5-Hour Iron Pot Cruise from Hobart
What your day looks like
Travel aboard our customer built vessels in a small group of up to 12 passengers. The spacious enclosed cabin contains comfortable leather seats. Large awning windows provide a great view and allow you to immerse yourself in the surroundings. Cruising down the Derwent River you'll pass historic Battery Point, now one of Tasmania's premium residential addresses. You'll see well-known landmarks like the iconic Wrest Point Casino and the Shot Tower. Further south, you'll truly appreciate the scale of Mount Wellington as it towers over the city. Arrive at the Iron Pot, Australia's oldest lighthouse, and be immersed in the fascinating history as your guide shares stories of Hobart's early settlement. Cruising into Storm Bay, we reach Betsey Island. This uninhabited island is home to a variety of seabirds, including gulls, cormorants, and the majestic white-bellied sea eagle. As we circumnavigate Betsey Island, Hope Beach comes into view. This isolated beach is known for its large breaks and offshore winds. We cruise close into the shore and feel the swell surging straight from the Southern Ocean; these conditions make this a favorite spot with local surfers. After 2½ hours on the water, you'll return to Hobart refreshed, with a newfound appreciation for this beautiful harbor city.
The experience, in brief
- Enjoy a 2½ hour cruise exploring the renowned waterways that influence Hobart's lifestyle
- Visit Australia's oldest lighthouse, circumnavigate Betsey Island
- Discover the city's rich maritime past
The journey, in full
Departs Pennicott Wilderness Journeys Booking Office, Dock Head Building, Franklin Wharf, Hobart. 2pm Cruise (all year) - Check in by 1:45pm Cruise 2:00pm to 4:30pm approximately 10am Cruise (1 December - 19 April) - Check in by 9:45am Cruise 10:00am to 12:30pm approximately
Your day, step by step
Hobart
Boating.
Hobart
Leisure.
Hobart
Eco Tour.
What to know before booking
Meeting & Pickup
Pennicott Wilderness Journeys, Dock Head Building, Franklin Wharf, Hobart, TAS, 7000.
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic