Join us on our full circumnavigation voyage around Tasmania, showcasing the best of the remote parks, islands and harbours of this pristine island at the edge of the world. The second of our Tasmania circumnavigations, this 16 night voyage will include even more stops at Tasmania’s beautiful coastline. Highlights include a visit to the Josef Chromy Vineyard, hiking through the Strzelecki National Park on Flinders Island, a gourmet lunch and dairy tour on King Island, and more than two days exploring the rarely-visited world heritage wilderness of Port Davey.
Your tour highlights
• Enjoy a scenic flight over Port Davey for a bird’s-eye view of Tasmania’s Southwest wilderness
• Visit remote Flinders Island – experience one of Tasmania’s ‘Great Short Walks’ in Strzelecki National Park
• Cruise the scenic Tamar River to Launceston, and enjoy a visit to the Josef Chromy Vineyard
• Gaze in awe at the 300m high sea cliffs at Tasman National Park – the highest in the southern hemisphere
• Sample King Island’s world-famous produce at a gourmet lunch and visit King Island Dairy for a cheese tasting
• Encounter iconic wildlife such as wombats, fur seals, and dolphins
• Spend more than two days exploring in the World Heritage Area of Port Davey and Bathurst Harbour
• Kayak and hike Tasmania’s breathtakingly beautiful coast and visit remote areas all around the island
• Journey Tasmania’s isolated and mysterious West Coast, with the chance to land and explore a remote location (subject to weather)
• See the coast of Tasmania from the sea, an unusual perspective which highlights the awe-inspiring beauty of the island
Tour itinerary
At Freycinet Peninsula, see the pink granite formations of the Hazard Mountains, and the sweeping bays fringed by eucalypts. Join a guided hike to the Wineglass Bay beach – one of the best beaches in the world. If time permits we will also visit Schouten Island.
Visit wild and rugged Flinders Island, and marvel at the pink and gray granite mountain ranges of Strzelecki National Park. Land at beautiful Trousers Point beach, with the possibility of enjoying one of Tasmania’s Great Short Walks at either Trousers Point or Castle Rock. Visit seaside townships, learn about the sad history of Wybalenna
Settlement, and see relics of Flinders maritime past at the Furneaux Museum.
Weather permitting we visit the Kent Group of islands, Tasmania’s northernmost National Park and a marine protected area. These islands are the remains of a land bridge that once connected Tasmania with main land Australia over 10,000 years ago. The waters of Kent Island are crystal clear, with a high diversity of fish species. Enjoy several walk options and swim and kayak off the beach.
On our visit to Stanley, walk to see ‘The Nut’ – an old volcanic plug that measures approximately 4.6km with a steep section that flattens to form the top. You can opt for a chairlift to skip the incline. Either way, be rewarded with coastal views before heading to explore Highfield Historic Site.
A marine reserve and part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, Port Davey is truly spectacular. Enjoy the unforgettable experience of kayaking in Bramble Cove, and explore Melaleuca, along with hiking and birdwatching. We will spend 2-3 days here, and upon departure we will cruise past the remote south coast islands of
Maatsuyker, home to Australia’s most southerly lighthouse.
What you’ll see on the tour
Tour pricing:
from $16,000
Other cabin types available:
Main Deck A
$17,718 NZD
Located close to the Dining Room, our six spacious Main Deck (Category A) staterooms are 18sqm (195 square feet) in size and feature large, twin porthole windows for expansive ocean views, along with a desk, sofa, telephone and your choice of Junior King or twin bedding.
Promenade B
$19,442 NZD
Located in the bow of the ship and encircled by a full-ship promenade, our two Promenade Deck (Category B) staterooms are 15sqm (160 square feet) in size and feature picture windows for expansive ocean views, along with a desk, telephone and Junior King bedding.
Promenade A
$21,050 NZD
Encircled by a full-ship promenade, our twenty spacious Promenade Deck (Category A) staterooms are 18sqm (195 square feet) in size and feature picture windows for expansive ocean views, along with a sofa, desk, telephone and your choice of Junior King or twin bedding.
Bridge Deck Balcony
$22,728 NZD
Located on the exclusive Bridge Deck close to the Lounge and Bridge, our five spacious Bridge Deck Balcony staterooms are 18sqm (195 square feet) in size and feature private balconies opening out from french windows providing comfortable indoor outdoor living, along with a sofa, desk, telephone and your choice of Junior King or twin bedding.
To secure your place now:
Phone: 03 364 3400 or 0800 747 737
Email: [email protected]
Tour Inclusions:
• All excursions with our Expedition Team
• Use of Xplorer, Zodiacs and Kayaks
• Snorkelling & SCUBA equipment (SCUBA diving at an additional cost)
• Daily lectures and briefings with Guest Lecturers
• All meals, chef-prepared on board
• Captain’s welcome and farewell events, and open bridge access
• Selected wines, selected beers and house spirits, juices, and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner
• 24-hour barista-style coffee and tea station
• All entrance fees to National Parks, ports, traditional owner fees and charges imposed by governing authorities
• Tips and gratuities
• Use of all onboard facilities, incl. a reference library
• Your expedition photos captured during the voyage
• Post-cruise transfers
• Wifi Access – Standard speed connectivity enabling email, social image sharing, web browsing and messaging
• Guest Lecturer and a Tasmanian Specialist
• Daily guided excursions on the Xplorer and Zodiac tender vessels, and kayaks where conditions allow
• Captain’s Welcome and Farewell Events, and Open Bridge Access with the Captain
• Comprehensive and fully guided sightseeing in each destination
• All entrance fees to National Parks and Ports