Boat Tours in Launceston: 8 Days Out With the Prices Attached

1.50-Minute Cataract Gorge Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 813 reviews · 50 min · from $31Our pick

Spend 50 minutes aboard the 1890s-style Lady Launceston, cruising from Kings Wharf and Seaport into Cataract Gorge. Your skipper points out landmarks, local stories, and river history as the boat shifts to its quiet electric drive inside the gorge. The pace is gentle, seating is comfortable, and the cruise is wheelchair accessible.

“Lovely leisurely cruise up the river and through the gorge. Great commentary about the surroundings. Mark our skipper was lovely and friendly.”

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2.2.5-Hour Afternoon Discovery Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 291 reviews · 2h 30m · from $91

Spend 150 minutes cruising from Launceston into Cataract Gorge and north along the Tamar Valley. Expect live English commentary, historic buildings, vineyards, farms, wildlife viewing, afternoon tea, fruit, unlimited tea and coffee, plus small wine and beer tastings. Captains including Callum and Jonno are known for clear, engaging local stories.

“Great. The Captain was a great story teller. Very interesting . He even spotted a rare eagle and stopped the boat to show us and explained about it being endangered etc. The lovely lady who served us morning tea was also a delight. Would really recommend this tour.”

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3.4-Hour Batman Bridge Luncheon Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 134 reviews · 4 hours · from $126

Spend four hours aboard Tamar River Cruises from Launceston, passing Cataract Gorge, Tamar Island, riverfront farms, vineyards, and Batman Bridge. Captain Callum and other local guides share stories of the river, wildlife, and settlements. Morning tea, lunch, cheese, fruit, wine and beer tasting, tea, and coffee are included.

“It was a very enjoyable and relaxing cruise, learnt a lot about the area.”

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4.Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 133 reviews · from $32

Board Lady Launceston at Home Point Parade for a 50-minute cruise from Launceston’s riverfront into Cataract Gorge. You’ll pass Kings Wharf and the Seaport before the vessel switches to its quiet electric drive near the gorge. Captains including Josh, James, and Callum provide live stories about local history, tides, rock formations, and nearby homes. The 11:30 am departure suits a busy sightseeing day.

“Amazing trip to see Cataract Gorge from a different perspective. Josh was very informative with information too and very friendly”

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5.Batman Bridge 4 Hour Luncheon Cruise including sailing into the Cataract Gorge

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 108 reviews · from $128

Spend four hours aboard the Tamar Odyssey, cruising from Launceston toward Batman Bridge and into Cataract Gorge. You’ll hear commentary on local history, wildlife, and land use, with buffet morning tea, lunch, Tasmanian cheese, wine tasting, and tea or coffee included. Captains such as Callum and Josh have earned praise for their engaging explanations.

“Great commentary and the staff were excellent. We enjoyed learning more about the history of the region. There was plenty of food with morning tea and a selection of rolls for lunch and a local wine and beer tasting. A very pleasant trip.”

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6.Cataract Gorge Adventure Cruise Open Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 44 reviews · 1 day · from $31

Spend 50 minutes cruising from Launceston’s Kings Wharf and Seaport into Cataract Gorge aboard the quiet electric Lady Launceston. Your English-speaking skipper points out landmarks, local history, and folklore while you enjoy clear views from the 1890s-style vessel. The open ticket lets you choose a scheduled departure on your selected date.

“You can see a lot more by foot and thought it was expensive for what it is.”

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7.Cataract Gorge Cruise 10:30 am

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 36 reviews · from $32

Cruise from Home Point through King’s Wharf, Seaport, and Launceston’s riverfront before entering Cataract Gorge aboard the 1890s-style Lady Launceston. Your skipper, possibly Jarrod, Huon, Lyn, Chris, or Alfred, provides local stories throughout the 50-minute trip. The boat accepts wheelchairs and strollers, with room for up to 48 people.

“Such a beautiful experience and staff were very helpfu.l and pleasant.only downfall was the arctic weather, should have packed some thermals.”

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8.Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · from $32

Board the Lady Launceston at Home Point for a 50-minute cruise past King’s Wharf, Seaport and Launceston’s riverfront, then enter Cataract Gorge using the vessel’s quiet electric drive. Live commentary covers local history and the gorge. Captain Callum has been praised for his clear, detailed explanations.

“Hearing the stories of the history and development of the Gorge and river. The view of the Gorge was beautiful and enough time for photos.”

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