Breathtaking Gordon River: UNESCO Wilderness Expedition
Named 'Tasmania's Best Guided Tour' in 2018, a Gordon River Cruise takes you deep into the UNESCO Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, to explore a place rich with natural histories and tales of human history. Cruise into this wild place aboard Spirit of the Wild, a custom-built vessel, equipped with electric motors to allow you to cruise quietly on the Gordon River and experience its true tranquility. Enjoy a Chef-prepared menu that caters for all requirements, as well as dedicated on-board guides. Cruise aboard Spirit of the Wild with the Tasmanian owned and operated Gordon River Cruises to be first on the river, giving you the best chance of seeing the famous reflections.
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Les l, 12/8/2025 10:31:33 PM
What a Wonderful Cruise on a Beautiful Boat 🚢 Food and drinks great, top views and experience of Gordon River and what it beholds. Captain and Staff friendly, attentive and Special thanks to Kellie Upper Deck! 100% Recommend 😚
Safari46093047980, 12/6/2025 9:05:10 PM
Very well organised. Friendly staff, lovely lunch supplied, comfortable seats. The boat itself was so quiet, plenty of windows, and smooth sailing all the time. Tour guides, very knowledgeable and informative.
huwsmith, 12/6/2025 12:19:24 AM
Went on the Spirit of the Wild river cruise. Only tickets left were for the all inclusive upper deck. Was a truly fantastic experience.
44rebekahn, 11/24/2025 6:08:48 AM
My son and I enjoyed a wonderful day together celebrating his 30th birthday. We had 4 seasons in a day but each time we docked for the Huon pine walk and at Sarah Island the weather was fine! Lunch was good. The whole experience was not only enjoyable but also educational. The boat was excellent and the staff were all amazing. I have had a photo on my wall for 35years of “Rock Island Bend” so to be able to have a real life experience of the Tasmanian wilderness and waterways was an actual bucket list achievement.
Tom_B, 11/23/2025 12:08:08 AM
Could and should have been sooo much better if boat was equipped with any system that allowed vision from windows in inclemt weather [ which is normal situation at location. It need not be sophisticated, but zero vis. on a AU$ 200 / seat day is NOT acceptable. I would not recommend the experience in inclement weather, which is common in the area.
rayrob56, 11/22/2025 1:35:09 AM
Excellent day out cruising the beautiful Gordon river and Macquarie harbour. The staff were great, the food was fresh and tasty.
nette29, 11/20/2025 6:23:39 PM
It rained the whole time but this only added to the atmosphere. Lunch was lovely. Had a lovely time. Very informative. We were able to go on all 3 decks and roam freely while cruising up the river
ajaxon1960, 11/17/2025 7:13:16 PM
We had an enjoyable day,Emily and the crew where very knowledgeable about the tour and we found it very informative.would highly recommend it to everyone.
Navigator53472242887, 11/1/2025 12:31:47 AM
This cruise met all expectations plus more. From the checking in, which was easy, to boarding, we were greeted by friendly staff. Once on board, the staff were fabulous, especially James and Erin. James's knowledge of the area was exceptional. He engaged with the people on board and had a wealth of knowledge to share in a clear, entertaining way. Erin was the ultimate hostess. She made sure we were comfortable and offered us refreshments and food which was delicious. Nothing was to much trouble. The catering was superb. I would recommend this cruise to everyone. It was great value for money.
Helen_C, 10/31/2025 1:05:50 AM
Fantastic experience with history and nature. Staff were wonderful and informative. A beautiful way to travel and immerse yourself in the World Heritage area of the Gordon River.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are free provided they do not occupy a seat
- Tour is wheelchair accessible on the Main Deck only. Motor scooters are not permitted due to size limitations
- About the boat: Spirit of the Wild features a unique hybrid propulsion system allowing you to cruise quietly on the Gordon River, as well as an environmentally designed hull to ensure minimal impact on the area’s pristine wilderness; inside, the vessel provides an optimal experience for passengers with interpretive facilities with maps, photographs and guidebooks, and plenty of deck space, including a 360° Viewing Deck at the top of the vessel.
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Named 'Tasmania's Best Guided Tour' in 2018, a Gordon River Cruise takes you deep into the UNESCO Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, to explore a place rich with natural histories and tales of human history. Cruise into this wild place aboard Spirit of the Wild, a custom-built vessel, equipped with electric motors to allow you to cruise quietly on the Gordon River and experience its true tranquility. Enjoy a Chef-prepared menu that caters for all requirements, as well as dedicated on-board guides. Cruise aboard Spirit of the Wild with the Tasmanian owned and operated Gordon River Cruises to be first on the river, giving you the best chance of seeing the famous reflections.No redemption information available
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