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Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
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Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am

By Tamar River Cruises
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Ages 0-119, max of 48 per group
Duration: 50m
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • Live commentary about the history of the areas visited
  • Restroom on board
  • WiFi on board


Start:
  • Tamar River Cruises, Home Point Parade, Launceston TAS 7250, Australia
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 69971P7

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 travelers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 69971P7

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    • Home Point Parade, Launceston TAS 7250, Australia
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    About the operator
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    • Tamar River Cruises
      554
      Australia
      Joined in November 2007
    • 956suzep
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fab day on the Tamar with Josh and Lucas!
      As a Tour Guide I get to do lots of Amazing things and I really appreciate what goes into making a tour Great. Josh and Lucas of Tamar River Cruises certainly got ot right! ✅️ I took a group of friends on the 4hour lunch included cruise and WoW 👌 what a Great Day Interesting commentary from Josh and Amazing service, always with a grin from Lucas.... lunch was Perfect and everyone said what a Lovely day it was..... I would Highly Recommend this Cruise and certainly hope I will get the chance to go again. Thanks guys Job Very well done
      Written June 24, 2024
    • lloydaflem
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Lovely morning cruise
      The cruise was relaxing and informative. A lovely way to see this beautiful part of Tasmania. The captains comentry was clear and informative. Crew were excellent.
      Written May 27, 2024
    • joffs2014
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Enjoyable cruise
      Very enjoyable, comfortable and humorous cruise. Skipper related with all passengers, friendly and commentary light and informative. Loved it.
      Written May 14, 2024
    • GlobeTrotting544643
      0 contributions
      2.0 of 5 bubbles
      Not worthwhile
      To be honest you didn't see much more than you can see from the dock. I think this cruise should be cancerlled. The pilot was very good.
      Written April 22, 2024
    • C2437RMrichards
      0 contributions
      3.0 of 5 bubbles
      Not much to see
      The cruise pilot was great but in reality as far as the short cruise goes, you don’t really see much more than what you can see from the dock, sadly could not recommend
      Written April 17, 2024
    • 443suzj
      0 contributions
      3.0 of 5 bubbles
      A Cruise without Any Commentary
      Date of Cruise: 31 March 2024 We thoroughly enjoyed the river cruise, taking in the breathtaking views along the river and the Cataract Gorge. However, we were disappointed that our skipper did not give any commentary at all after he welcomed all of us on board. It would have been very informative to know the different places that we cruised by along the way as well as any other interesting information about the Gorge. ☹️😞😔
      Written March 31, 2024
    • Lendanear
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Good, inexpensive, interesting cruise.
      Nice cruise. Good value and the cruise captain was knowledgeable about the area. Informative. We were appreciative of the company as they held the cruise for a few minutes because we were a little late due to traffic. On the down side, the cruise was full when we arrived so people had to sit outside. No big deal though.
      Written March 1, 2024
    • gwendelineb2020
      0 contributions
      3.0 of 5 bubbles
      Cruising Cataract Gorge Currents
      The river cruise offered an overall average experience. I opted for this trip to give my partner a break from driving, and while the river cruise wasn't exceptional, it was decent. However, the true standout moments were found at the remarkable Cataract Gorge and the historic old bridge. They were the clear highlights of our trip.
      Written January 17, 2024
    • JoelK382
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A nice river cruise on the Tamar River and into the Cataract River Gorge
      We went on the Lady Launceston and really enjoyed the Captain's talk on the Tamar River and the environs. We also navigated into the Cataract Gorge and it was a beautiful site to see. All in all a very pleasant outing.
      Written December 23, 2023
    • 126trishb
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Luncheon Cruise
      We had a great day on our Luncheon Cruise, lots of good commentary along the way sharing the history of different areas. Lunch was nice & we had a fun day!
      Written December 16, 2023
    • annemareem2023
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Worth it!
      Great commentary and beautiful views. Well worth the $40 per person. Useful advice on a trip up to the First Basin as well.
      Written December 3, 2023
    • stubbsp08
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A cruise to remember
      Really enjoyed this fabulous river cruise of Tamar Valley and Cataract Gorge. The crew were amazing and Captain Callum has a wealth of knowledge about the local area. Service on board was exceptional. Abundance of food and local wine / beer tasting an added treat. Cannot recommend more highly.
      Written November 8, 2023
    • mariamG8194ZY
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Picturesque.
      Nice sunny day and the views were fantastic. The river side had some interesting sights like the Peppers Silo Hotel and rock formation was very roughed.
      Written October 29, 2023
    • 523juliad
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Cruising the Tamar
      We took the 50 minute cruise and loved it. We went early and there was only 6 people of which, we were 4, so it felt like we were on a private tour. Captain was friendly and informative. I would like to come back and do one of the longer trips
      Written October 26, 2023
    • Alison S
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Wonderful morning activity while in Launceston.
      We were greeted by the Skipper and Tour Guide on the Wharf. Down ramp onto Vessel where we were given Safety Instructions. Introduced to Assistant and other members of the Cruise attendees. Free to roam up, down or around the Vessel once it began its course. Exciting up on the bow whilst heading to the Cataract Gorge. Interesting hearing the history of the Bridges across the Gorge and seeing the old Victorian Homes on the hillside adjacent to the river. Most pleasant inside, out of the wind listening to the commentary and seeing all the scenery on either side of the River, when heading downstream. Morning Tea was available. Muffins, cake, tea and coffee. Most pleasant. Later: a wine tasting. Interesting sampling 2 whites, one red and a Lager. Lovely treat to finish the morning. Most worthwhile activity.
      Written October 18, 2023
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    avidtraveller
    Adelaide, Australia532 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2021 • Couples
    We were expecting more from this trip...the commentary was adequate but could have been better. We felt the price was a bit steep also for 50 minutes and it was pretty cold and windy with the blinds rolled up. All in all we were a bit disappointed
    Written April 12, 2021
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    Sorry that you were disappointed with the cruise
    Written July 21, 2021
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    SJK055
    Melbourne, Australia75 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had the pleasure of being aboard the Lady Launceston for our cruise around the waterways of Launceston. Our captain, Huon, was engaging, humorous and knowledgeable and reflected the welcome afforded to us by the woman in the ticket office. The cruise itself was relaxing and scenic with the clear highlight being Cataract Gorge itself. Just a lovely experience.
    Written July 3, 2023
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    Thank you for your review. I will pass onto Captain Huon your kind words. Thanks again for visiting us
    Written August 29, 2023
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    Shirley
    Chesterfield, UK1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feb 2020
    A fantastic and informative trip. Graham our captain was very knowledgeable and interesting, with a great sense of humour and a real in-depth knowledge. We had a great trip that I would highly recommend to anyone going to Launceston
    Written February 24, 2020
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    Thank you for the wonderful review. The team at Tamar River Cruises are glad you had a fantastic cruise experience
    Written February 24, 2020
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    Lyndalli2013
    Hobart, Tasmania, Australia5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sep 2023 • Friends
    Had a fabulous time on this cruise. Huon was the very capable captain and guide. It was great to learn some of the history of this area along with the opportunity to cruise into Cataract Gorge with its amazing cliffs and waterway. The weather was perfect and we enjoyed sitting outside relaxing in the sun listening to Huon’s commentary. I thoroughly recommend this tour to those on limited time and budget. You won’t regret it.
    Written September 26, 2023
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    Thank you for your review. Huon will be happy to hear such kind words.!
    Written October 10, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Frank N
    Sydney, Australia22 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nov 2022
    Launceston was/is a major port for northern Tasmania. This aspect is highlighted during the cruise. Even so, the urbanization of the rivers (confluence of three rivers!) is worth the look. The Cataract Gorge is a fascinating natural feature. Weather was fine for our cruise but could be a bit more exciting if the weather is somewhat rough.
    Written November 13, 2022
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    Thank you for taking the time to review. Pleased to see you enjoyed your experience
    Written November 13, 2022
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    Colin M
    Adelaide, Australia637 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice boat and staff but nothing really special. Not sure what I expected but it was interesting. Not company's fault but we had to wear masks on an open sides boat on a reasonably warm day with high humidity which was not pleasant and took the edge off things.
    Written February 23, 2022
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    Thanks for your comments which are appreciated & are duly noted. Sorry the cruise experience was not enjoyed.
    Written March 11, 2022
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Ivy B
    Singapore, Singapore308 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Cataract Gorge is described as being the world’s most stunning site. We disagree given there are other comparable sites that are equally stunning. However, in and on its own, it truly is worthwhile doing the excursion boat tour where skipper Brad walks you through the history and provides interesting facts about the Gorge. And doing the trails and the chair lift are also a must for people who can. The scenery and wild life are indeed stunning.
    Written December 31, 2022
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    Thank you for review. We certainly are lucky to have such a beauty in the middle of our city.
    Written January 8, 2023
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    Sandi B
    Perth, Australia1 contribution
    2.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dec 2023 • Couples
    Beautiful view of the Launceston area but unfortunately our tour guide didn't have much to say & we didn't learn anything about the Cataract Gorge. He was too busy chatting with some other guest on board & there was no goodbye or thankyou as he was still chatting to the same guests. We come on these type of river cruises to learn a bit about the area we are visiting & we learnt nothing on this one so very disappointing. Also heard some other guests saying the same thing as we came off.
    Written December 28, 2023
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    Thank you for reviewing your experience.
    Written January 26, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    SimonsdadAdelaide
    Pooraka, Australia214 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2022
    A pleasant 50 minute trip, downstream for the first 10 minutes or so, then a "U"turn back to the Cataract Gorge and a short trip toward the Cataract itself. Due to the volume of water coming down, our skipper stayed well away so the views weren't much. The commentary was good and well rehearsed. We heard a lot of history, some good anecdotes and overall, we had a pleasant and interesting trip. Was it worth the cost of $28.00 each, yes it was. Thanks Tamar River Cruises.
    Written September 1, 2022
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    Thank you for your review, your comments are much appreciated. Glad you enjoyed.
    Written September 3, 2022
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    Jeanette M
    Launceston, Australia8 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Day trip was excellent boat not overfull and captain very informative and knowledgeable on the gorge and river areas. Boat on time and was a very relaxing hour on the water. Highly recommend the hour Boat trip
    Written March 11, 2024
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    Thank you for your review. Wonderful to see you had an enjoyable experience on the water with us
    Written May 26, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

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