Diving in Hobart: Fish, Dive & Grill Yacht Charter

Dive a cold-water kelp forest, then cook what you caught for lunch

A 4.5-hour diving and fishing charter in Hobart combines underwater exploration of the Tinderbox Marine Reserve (home to Tasmania's closest giant kelp forest and cold-water corals) with onboard BBQ prepared from your fresh catch. The boat departs from Hobart with morning and afternoon options. An experienced crew guides both divers and anglers through local waters where dolphins and seals often appear. Lunch features premium Tasmanian produce including A5-M9 Wagyu, lamb, fresh salmon sashimi, and oysters, served in a sheltered bay. Children from age 1 are welcome. Guides speak English and Chinese.

Step-by-step itinerary

Fishing, diving and BBQ yacht trip

• Cruise southern Tasmania coastal waters
• Pass North West Bay and salmon pens
• Fish and dive at reef and kelp forest
• Anchor for gourmet BBQ near South Bruny Island
• Enjoy hands-on boating on return trip

The experience

What makes this half-day different is that you're not just watching the water pass. You're in it. The boat cruises through southern Tasmania's coastal routes, passing rugged cliffs and secluded bays while the crew watches for dolphins, seals, and sea eagles. The route shifts each day based on conditions, so the scenery and wildlife encounters change. You'll pass North West Bay and the salmon farming pens where seals often gather, then arrive at the Tinderbox Marine Reserve's fishing and diving grounds.

Once anchored, divers descend into one of the finest reef systems around Hobart, where the closest giant kelp forest to the city grows in cold water alongside corals found nowhere else nearby. You can collect Southern Rock Lobster, abalone, and sea urchins while you're down there. Anglers work the same grounds from the deck, targeting blue-throat, cod, gurnard perch, and other local species. Fishing gear and bait are provided. The area is a shark protection zone, so any sharks caught go back unharmed.

The boat anchors in a calm bay near South Bruny Island for the onboard BBQ. A gourmet meal built from what you've caught and premium Tasmanian produce: A5-M9 Wagyu beef, lamb cutlets, fresh salmon sashimi, Pacific oysters, seasonal fruit, and dessert. Coconut water, juices, and soft drinks are included throughout. On the return, the crew picks calm waters where you can take a turn at the helm and get photos of yourself steering the boat.

What’s included

• Fishing gear and bait.
• diving access to the Tinderbox Marine Reserve.
• seasonal fruit platter, Tasmanian oysters, salmon sashimi, A5-M9 Wagyu beef, lamb cutlets, and desserts.
• coconut water, juices, Coke Zero, Coca-Cola, and mineral water.
• a turn at the helm on the return journey.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (12 to 85 years) · Youth (6 to 11 years) · Child (1 to 5 years): free

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish and Chinese

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Diver's Fishing Charters Hobart

Is this one for you?The 4.5-hour duration means you're in the water and at the table for a full morning or afternoon, so this works best if you can commit the time and are comfortable with several hours on a boat. The diving and fishing both happen in the same session, so you're choosing one activity or splitting your time between them. Pick this if you want to do both rather than focus on one.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Chinese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (6 to 11 years); Child (1 to 5 years): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the Tinderbox Marine Reserve like underwater?

The Tinderbox Marine Reserve holds one of the finest reef systems around Hobart and is home to Tasmania's closest giant kelp forest, which grows in cold water alongside cold-water corals. Divers can collect Southern Rock Lobster, abalone, and sea urchins while exploring the unique underwater landscape.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The boat's route is tailored to the day's conditions, so the crew adjusts where you go based on weather and sea state. The BBQ stop is in a calm, sheltered bay chosen for safety, and the return includes a stretch of calm water for the helm experience.

Is the fishing gear included, or do I need to bring my own?

Fishing gear and bait are all included in the charter. You don't need to bring anything except yourself and a willingness to learn from the crew.