Circumnavigation of Tasmania

15 Day Circumnavigation Cruise around Tasmania aboard Coral Discoverer

Join us onboard Coral Discoverer for our full circumnavigation voyage around Tasmania, showcasing the best of its national parks, remote islands, and rugged coastline. During this 14 night voyage visit charming seaside towns, walk on some of Tasmania’s most famed coastal trails, experience epicurean delights with local producers and spot abundant and unique wildlife.

Circle Tasmania’s wilderness coast. Witness 300m sea cliffs, kayak World Heritage waters, meet wombats, and dine at award-winning vineyards.

Coral Discoverer

Vessel Type: Luxury Expedition

Length: 63 metres

Passenger Capacity: 72 (in 36 rooms)

Built: 2005 / Refurbished: 2016

Coral Discoverer is a small expedition yacht purpose-built for navigating remote and rarely accessed regions of Australia, including Tasmania, Cape York, Arnhem Land, and the Kimberley. Designed for adventure, she offers an intimate and immersive experience for just 72 guests, with all staterooms facing outwards and public areas showcasing sweeping ocean views. Thanks to her shallow draught, active stabilisers, and advanced navigation systems, Coral Discoverer can access destinations beyond the reach of larger vessels. Onboard, guests enjoy a relaxed, sociable atmosphere with single-seating dining, showcasing small-batch Australian cuisine, and a sundeck bar ideal for sunset drinks. The vessel also features an Xplorer tender for all-passenger shore excursions, zodiacs, kayaks, a glass-bottom boat, and a lecture lounge for expert presentations.

Accommodation includes five stateroom categories, from the spacious Bridge Deck Balcony rooms to cosy Main Deck options, all featuring ensuites and ocean views. Life onboard combines comfort with exploration: guests enjoy over 1,000 square metres of open deck space, a wraparound promenade, and access to the bridge. The atmosphere is informal yet refined, with no assigned seating, included drinks with meals, and a focus on Australian hospitality. Wi-Fi is available throughout, and facilities include a library, gift shop, and laundry service. With a dedicated Australian and New Zealand crew, Coral Discoverer delivers a truly local and enriching expedition experience.

Your tour highlights

• Encounter adorable wombats and explore Darlington settlement at Maria Island, and walk the squeaky white sand beaches at Wineglass Bay on the Freycinet Peninsula

• Experience one of Tasmania’s ‘Great Short Walks’ in Strzelecki National Park on remote Flinders Island

• Step ashore at Deal Island in the remote Kent Group of Island, once part of a land bridge that connected Tasmania to the main land

• Cruise the scenic Tamar River to Launceston, designated a UNESCO ‘City of Gastronomy’, where we learn about the black perigord truffle at Tamar Valley Truffle farm

• Take a chairlift ride or hike to the summit of ‘The Nut’ at the seaside town of Stanley

• Learn about maritime history at King Island, whose often violent seas have claimed an estimated 140 shipwrecks

• Gaze in awe at the 300m high sea cliffs at Tasman National Park – the highest in the southern hemisphere

• Spend two days exploring in the World Heritage Area of Port Davey and Bathurst Harbour

• Indulge in a dinner at award-winning Bangor Vineyard, featuring fresh local produce and fine wine, hosted by 7th Generation Tasmanian farmer Matt Dunbabin

Tour itinerary

Day

Depart Hobart

Arrive at Princes Wharf 1 for boarding at 4:00pm, with time to settle into your stateroom before our 5:00pm departure. Take the time to become acquainted with all the facilities onboard before meeting your fellow travellers, the Captain and crew for the Captain’s Welcome Drinks.

Day

Maria Island

Step ashore at Maria Island National Park to visit Darlington historic settlement. Hike to the Fossil Cliffs and Painted Cliffs, keeping an eye out for Forester kangaroos, Bennetts wallabies, and wombats among dramatic sandstone formations.

Day

Freycinet Peninsula

At Freycinet, marvel at pink granite peaks of the Hazards and join a guided walk to Wineglass Bay’s pristine beach. Watch fur seals sunning themselves while surrounded by eucalyptus-lined bays and sweeping coastal scenery.

Day

Flinders Island

Explore the rugged beauty of Flinders Island in Strzelecki National Park. Walk to Trousers Point – great short walk. In town, visit the Furneaux Museum and explore remnants of Wybalenna Settlement and maritime heritage.

Day

Kent Island Group

Weather permitting, visit the remote Kent Group National Park. Explore Deal Island’s historic lighthouse, swim and kayak in crystal-clear waters, and discover a marine ecosystem once connected to the mainland as a land bridge.

Day

Tamar River Valley and Launceston

Cruise along the scenic Tamar River towards Launceston, Tasmania’s City of Gastronomy. Enjoy riverside architecture, scenic reserves, and historic estates. In the afternoon, enjoy free time in Launceston.

Day

Stanley

Visit coastal Stanley to explore The Nut, a towering volcanic plug. Ascend by chairlift or hike for unforgettable views, then stroll through Highfield Historic Site to uncover local heritage

Day

King Island

Arrive at King Island, famed for its maritime history, over 140 shipwrecks lie off its shores. Discover its rich agricultural traditions, enjoying stories of renowned beef and cheese production.

Please note: In 2027, King Island will be replaced with either Port Davey or the D’Entrecasteaux Channel, depending on weather conditions.

Day

9-11

West Coast cruising

Cruise along Tasmania’s untamed west coast, where ancient mountain ranges, dense rainforests, and wild rivers meet the Southern Ocean in dramatic and pristine beauty.

Day

11-12

Port Davey

Spend two immersive days in Port Davey and Bathurst Harbour. Kayak through Bramble Cove, hike Mount Milner or Mount Beattie, explore the remote museum at Melaleuca where you may spot an orange-bellied parrot, and sail past Maatsuyker Island’s southernmost lighthouse.

Day

Bruny Island

Discover Fluted Cape’s sea cliffs at Bruny Island, learn of Adventure Bay’s whaling past, and stroll historic sites en route to Grass Point.

Day

Tasman Peninsula

Cruise past the Tasman Peninsula’s soaring sea cliffs and hike to Cape Hauy from Fortescue Bay. Later, enjoy a gourmet dinner hosted by farmer Matt Dunbabin at Bangor Vineyard.

Day

Port Arthur

Step ashore at Port Arthur, Tasmania’s UNESCO-listed penal site, to walk among convict-era ruins and learn Australia’s colonial history.

Day

Hobart

This morning, disembark in Hobart at 8:00am. Complimentary transfers to the CBD or airport are included for your onward journey.

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Tour pricing:

from $15,830

Price Based on Main Deck B Stateroom AUD$13,060 per person
Main Deck Category A from AUD$14,250 per person
Promenade Deck (Category A) from AUD$17,070 per person
Bridge Deck Balcony Stateroom from AUD$18,400 per person

2027 departures:
6-20 Feb, 20 Feb - 6 March, 6-20 March 2027, Hobart to Hobart

To secure your place now:

Phone: 03 364 3400 or 0800 747 737
Email: [email protected]

Tour Inclusions:

All excursions with our Expedition Team
Post-cruise transfers to CBD hotel or airport
Voyage log & Photo gallery documenting the highlights of your voyage
Selected wines, selected beers and house spirits, juices, and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner
Daily lectures and briefings with Guest Lecturers
All meals, chef-prepared on board
Use of Xplorer, Zodiacs, & Kayaks
Captain’s welcome and farewell events, and open bridge access
24-hour barista-style coffee and tea station
Use of all onboard facilities, incl. a reference library
All entrance fees to National Parks, ports, traditional owner fees and charges imposed by governing authorities
Tips and gratuities
Wifi Access – Standard speed connectivity enabling email, social image sharing, web browsing and messaging

Not included:

Entry visas & travel permits for the country you are travelling to/from Laundry service (available at a cost) Premium Internet services Alcoholic & non alcoholic specialty beverages outside of lunch and dinner service Travel Insurance Items of a personal nature such souvenir purchases Pre and post cruise flights/charter flights Pre and post cruise accommodation Pre-cruise transfers

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