On Board - Tasmanian Expedition Cruises

Link the leading lights of the east coast - from the World Heritage-listed Port Arthur convict site to the turquoise waters of Wineglass Bay - on this intimate 4-night expedition. Expeditions are based from a ‘floating boutique hotel’, the Odalisque. Guests are entertained by an all-star crew, including a skipper, host, chef & guide. Our specialist chefs (borrowed from Hobart’s top restaurants) provide top-notch Tasmanian fare, all paired with fine Tasmanian wine. Our hand-picked expert guides (with years of experience in the area) will double as your personal walking encyclopaedias. Daily shore excursions, tailored to your interests, will see you totally immersed in all the east coast has to offer. It’s all about “getting your feet wet” (as skipper & owner Pieter van der Woude regularly says). During your unforgettable time with us, experience the tallest sea cliffs in the Southern Hemisphere, cruise past magnificent mountains and call into secluded beaches as we explore national parks, historic sites and peninsulas. The cruise experience is offered either from Hobart - Coles Bay or Coles Bay - Hobart, with land transfers included at either end of the cruise as required.

From a boutique – and brand-new – expedition vessel, explore the remote southwest wilderness with daily guided walks, tender excursions, and bespoke itineraries in intimate groups. Scale countless mountain peaks for expansive wilderness views, and explore the sea caves, rivers and estuaries of breathtaking harbours. You’re in the hands of expert local guides, who double as walking encyclopedias, ecologists and environmentalists, tailoring itineraries and activities to guest interests. Arrive via scenic wilderness flight to a remote and spectacular harbour in Tasmania’s World Heritage Wilderness Area. Inaccessible by road, this wild corner of the Southwest National Park is only experienced by a privileged few each year. Over 4 unforgettable nights, explore the calm, reflective waters of Bathurst Harbour, ancient rainforests, buttongrass plains, and quartzite mountain peaks. Beyond Port Davey’s entrance, wander through a tea-tree forest and onto the untracked sands of a wild Southern Ocean beach, where there’s nothing between us and Antarctica. Spy rare and endangered wildlife, and learn of Tasmania’s Aboriginal people at the largest middens in the Southern Hemisphere. Admire the sunset over a glass of Tasmanian sparkling and a feast of farmer’s market produce and fresh oysters, before evening storytelling and stargazing.

From a boutique – and brand-new – expedition vessel, explore the remote southwest wilderness with daily guided walks, tender excursions, and bespoke itineraries in intimate groups. Scale countless mountain peaks for expansive wilderness views, and explore the sea caves, rivers and estuaries of breathtaking harbours. You’re in the hands of expert local guides, who double as walking encyclopedias, ecologists and environmentalists, tailoring itineraries and activities to guest interests. Arrive via scenic wilderness flight to a remote and spectacular harbour in Tasmania’s World Heritage Wilderness Area. Inaccessible by road, this wild corner of the Southwest National Park is only experienced by a privileged few each year. Over 6 unforgettable nights, explore the calm, reflective waters of Bathurst Harbour, ancient rainforests, button grass plains, and quartzite mountain peaks. Beyond Port Davey’s entrance, wander through a tea-tree forest and onto the untracked sands of a wild Southern Ocean beach, where there’s nothing between us and Antarctica. Spy rare and endangered wildlife, and learn of Tasmania’s Aboriginal people at the largest middens in the Southern Hemisphere. Admire the sunset over a glass of Tasmanian sparkling and a feast of farmer’s market produce and fresh oysters, before evening storytelling and stargazing.

A private harbour cruise on Hobart’s River Derwent makes for a memorable venue for a special function, event or celebration. This floating venue can host birthday parties, corporate events, Christmas functions, hens and bucks parties, weddings and wakes. Three spacious outdoor decks and an indoor lounge area with 360-degree views make the perfect space for an intimate gathering of up to 40 guests. Morning to evening, the River Derwent is a scenic backdrop. The cruise route and scenery vary depending on weather and guest desires. Points of interest include Hobart’s historic waterfront, Battery Point, Mona, Bellerive Beach, Taroona and Mary Ann Bay. Choose the start and end location for your cruise. Hobart options include Elizabeth St Pier, Kings Pier Marina, the Queens Domain, and with prior arrangement, other public or private jetties within the Hobart area including Bellerive, Wrest Point Casino, Mona, yacht clubs and marinas.

Boutique cruiser Odalisque is available for custom overnight and day charters to the rarest corners of Tasmania’s coastline. From Port Davey, Maatsuyker Island, Recherche Bay, Bruny Island and the south coast, to the Tasman Peninsula, Maria Island, Freycinet Peninsula and the east coast, and beyond. From a few hours to a few weeks. Our exclusive charters cater for special interest, incentive, corporate and family groups. On Board provides skipper, crew and intimate knowledge of Tasmanian waters. Together, we design a unique itinerary. Step On Board for the trip of a lifetime.