Tamar Valley Discovery Cruise: An Afternoon of History, Fauna, and Wine at Cataract Gorge
4.6
26 Ratings
Launceston
Embark on a Tamar Valley Discovery Cruise and immerse yourself in a captivating journey through history, fauna, and wine at Cataract Gorge. Enjoy afternoon tea, live commentary, wine and beer tasting, and more!
Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • The Tamar Valley - Tour includes afternoon tea, live commentary, on-board wine and beer tasting, fruit selection and unlimited tea and coffee. Cruise into the magical Cataract Gorge and through Launcestons riverfront precinct. Head north past Tamar Island, historical buildings: St Mathias Church and the Rosevears Pub. Experience the variety of life as we cruise past charming riverfront communties, vineyards and farms, to historical Rosevears and Windemere districts. This fascinating collection of history, fauna and people at work, rest and play makes an absorbing narrative which will touch, intrigue and inspire. The best vantage point to view the Tamar Valley.
What's Included
  • Stay connected with on-board WiFi
  • Complimentary tea and coffee
  • Convenient on-board restrooms
Additional Information

Tour includes afternoon tea, live commentary, on-board wine and beer tasting, fruit selection and unlimited tea and coffee. Cruise into the magical Cataract Gorge and through Launcestons riverfront precinct. Head north past Tamar Island, historical buildings: St Mathias Church and the Rosevears Pub. Experience the variety of life as we cruise past charming riverfront communties, vineyards and farms, to historical Rosevears and Windemere districts. This fascinating collection of history, fauna and people at work, rest and play makes an absorbing narrative which will touch, intrigue and inspire. The best vantage point to view the Tamar Valley.

Location
Tamar River Cruises
Home Point Parade
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
4.6
(26 Ratings)
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659karynm
Mar 13, 2023
A must when in Launceston - Excellent trip. Captain and crew were very nice and gave excellent commentary without overloading. Boat was clean and comfortable. Lovely service with a wine tasting and afternoon tea. Would highly recommend when in Launceston. (The wine was pretty average but, hey, it's a very nice touch).
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Kate_d
Mar 8, 2023
beautiful and informative - Great commentary, really found the history of the river interesting and important to know. Easy way to fill in a few hours and way better than expected
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Irene_e
Mar 5, 2023
Beautiful cruise - Such a nice relaxing afternoon. Excellent commentary along the river. Delicious tea & muffins, wine tasting was divine and the fruit was lovely! Cataract Gorge was stunning. A fantastic afternoon
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Kamauw2015
Feb 10, 2023
Relaxed afternoon - Clean boat. Very humorous commentary that contained lots of useful information. Our Captain Lynn made the afternoon great fun for all and was available for extra information. Lots of cake got the tea and coffee
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183gabrielleo
Feb 6, 2023
Good afternoon out - It was very enjoyable with excellent commentary. The scenery was lovely - good perspective from the water. We did the road trip the day before
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58jnapper
Jan 18, 2023
Leisurily Afternoon on the Water - Such a lovely way to take in the scenery and learn about the history of the area from the Captain as you cruise for 2.5 hours north up the Tamar River and back down and into Cataract Gorge. Friendly Captain and crew and light snacks to enjoy along the way, plus a wine tasting. Cataract Gorge was full and flowing very fast due to all the recent rains. A magnificent site to see. Highly recommend this cruise.
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Auktourist
Nov 15, 2022
A brilliant introduction to The Tamar Valley - Callum our Captain and guide gave a brilliant and informative explanation about key point throughout the cruise. The second crew member was excellent, taking photographs for passengers and serving light refreshments. A wonderful introduction to The Tamar valley!
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511olliew
Mar 5, 2023
Relaxing and Informative - From the ease of making a booking to the cruise itself was very satisfactory. The captain Lynn was a font of knowledge regarding the Tamar Estuary, the history of the river and surroundings. Laura his assistant was friendly providing us with some tasty food and wine samples during the cruise. Most relaxing and informative.
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Tcass
Mar 5, 2023
Good guide experience and attention, but a little long. - A comfortable and leisurely cruise with a lot of information on history on Launceston and the region
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E3183whjohnw
Jan 4, 2023
Don't miss the boat . . . - Avoid 2 + hours of torture by giving the "cruise" a miss. Thumping diesel engines, rated for 60 but barely enough seating, commentary impossible to hear if seated at the rear as the boat is driven downstream after the first 30 mins at high speed to a pointless destination. "Scenic riversides and lush bushlands" certainly but noise and vibrations totally detract. Far from relaxing. Suggest cruise be made shorter and more leisurely. Environmentally harmful way to see the beautiful Tamar and historic town foreshore. Unless you're desperate for a "free" muffin and thimble of wine, give it a miss !
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