Hobart Boat Tours at a glance
- Our pick: Hobart: Derwent River Harbour Cruise with Dinner & Commentary, AU$ 39 per person (1h, 4.54★ · 627).
- Top rated: Hobart Sightseeing Cruise: Iron Pot Lighthouse & Betsey Island, AU$ 150 per person (2h 30m, 4.89★ · 201).
- Also recommended: Hobart Harbour: Maxi Yacht Sailing & Mt Wellington Views, AU$ 170 per person (3h, 4.94★ · 270).
Price per person across the 15 options priced per person: AU$ 39–AU$ 700 (median AU$ 190). With 100+ reviews: 11 of 15.
Of the 15 options: 15 with live guides in English, 15 with free cancellation, 9 with instant confirmation, 4 with hotel pickup, 15 kid-friendly and 5 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person. “Top rated” = the highest score among options with at least 50 reviews.
Hobart Boat Tours
Based on each operator's calendar. Confirmed when you book.
15 options
Hobart: Derwent River Harbour Cruise with Dinner & Commentary Cruise the Derwent River from Hobart for 1–2 hours with commentary, passing Tasman Bridge, Rose Bay and Battery Point. Dinner cruises include a 3-course meal and one drink. Every day except Wednesday and Thursday · 11:00, 12:15, 13:45, 14:45 and 18:00 · All ages ★ 4.54 (627 reviews) Duration: 1h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 39 per person
Port Arthur full-day tour from Hobart: Harbour cruise & caves Full-day guided tour from Hobart to Port Arthur with harbour cruise around Isle of the Dead, Remarkable Caves visit, and Richmond photo stop. Every day except Saturday · 08:30 · Pickup available · All ages ★ 4.73 (701 reviews) Duration: 9h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 180 per person
Maria Island: Wildlife Cruise & Guided Walk with Lunch Feel the sea breeze on a Maria Island cruise, spot wombats and dolphins, walk convict history, and enjoy local wine with lunch. Includes Hobart shuttle. Every day · 08:00 · All ages ★ 4.99 (638 reviews) Duration: 9h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 365 per person
Bruny Island: Wilderness Cruise Day Trip & Lunch from Hobart Feel the wild side of Bruny Island with a full-day cruise from Hobart, exploring sea cliffs, caves, and local wildlife. Includes ferry, lunch, and local guide. Every day · 07:45 · All ages ★ 4.84 (537 reviews) Duration: 9h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 290 per person
Tasman Peninsula: Wilderness Cruise & Port Arthur Day Tour Feel the sea spray on a Tasman Peninsula cruise, wander Port Arthur’s haunting ruins, and enjoy lunch with locals: all in one day from Hobart, with guide and pickup. Every day · 07:30 · All ages ★ 4.83 (492 reviews) Duration: 10h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 345 per person
Hobart Harbour: Maxi Yacht Sailing & Mt Wellington Views Feel the wind on a maxi yacht sailing Hobart Harbour, spot dolphins or seals, enjoy local treats with tea, and hear real sea stories: includes crew & snacks. Every day · 09:00 and 14:00 · All ages ★ 4.94 (270 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 170 per person
Port Arthur day trip from Hobart: History, chocolate and harbour Leave Hobart at 9:30 AM for Port Arthur's convict ruins and harbour, with stops at Pirates Bay Lookout, Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry and a lavender farm. Every day except Saturday · 09:30 · Hotel pickup · All ages ★ 4.83 (399 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 50 per person
Tasman Peninsula Day Tour from Hobart: 3-Hour Eco Cruise Full-day Tasman Peninsula tour from Hobart with three-hour wilderness cruise, guided sightseeing and lunch included, see sea cliffs. Every day · 07:30 · All ages ★ 4.74 (123 reviews) Duration: 10h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 290 per person
Hobart Sightseeing Cruise: Iron Pot Lighthouse & Betsey Island Cruise the Derwent River from Hobart to Iron Pot Lighthouse and Betsey Island with a local guide on a small-group boat tour, see Mount Wellington. Every day · 10:00 and 14:00 · All ages ★ 4.89 (201 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 150 per person
Bruny Island: 3-Hour Wilderness Cruise & Wildlife Sighting Feel the ocean spray and spot seals, dolphins, and towering cliffs on a Bruny Island cruise from Adventure Bay. Includes local guide, jackets, and all weather comfort. Every day · 10:00, 11:00 and 13:30 · All ages ★ 4.87 (322 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 190 per person
Hobart to Peppermint Bay: Cruise & Degustation Lunch Savor Tasmanian seafood, local wines, and a slow cruise from Hobart to Peppermint Bay. Includes lunch, luxury catamaran ride, and return transfer. Sun · 10:30 · All ages ★ 4.60 (329 reviews) Duration: 5h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 195 per person
Port Arthur: Full-Day Historic Site Tour & Harbour Cruise Step into Tasmania’s convict history at Port Arthur with a guided walking tour, harbour cruise, and nearly 7 hours to wander. Includes entry ticket and transport. Every day · 07:45 · All ages ★ 4.69 (99 reviews) Duration: 10h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 120 per person
Tasmanian Seafood Cruise Hobart: Guide Dives for Abalone Full-day gourmet seafood cruise from Hobart's Franklin Wharf along Bruny Island's waterways: watch your guide dive for abalone and sea urchin. Every day · 09:30 and 10:00 · All ages ★ 4.98 (46 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 700 per person
Port Arthur Historic Site Tour: Salamanca Market & Cruise Visit Salamanca Market on Saturday morning, then travel by coach to Port Arthur Historic Site for guided talks and a harbour cruise along Tasmania's convict past. Sat · 09:15 · Pickup available · All ages ★ 4.69 (32 reviews) Duration: 8h 45m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 180 per person
Port Arthur Day Tour from Hobart: Convict History & Coastal Walks Full-day Port Arthur tour from Hobart with UNESCO site entry, harbour cruise, and guided walks at Tessellated Pavement, Tasman Blowhole. Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup · Up to age 75 ★ 3.00 (2 reviews) Duration: 10h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 295 per person
The top 12 of 15 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart: Derwent River Harbour Cruise with Dinner & CommentaryOur pick | AU$ 39 per person | 1h | 4.54★ · 627 | Every day except Wednesday and Thursday · 11:00, 12:15, 13:45, 14:45 and 18:00 | English |
| Hobart Sightseeing Cruise: Iron Pot Lighthouse & Betsey IslandTop ratedGroup of up to 14 | AU$ 150 per person | 2h 30m | 4.89★ · 201 | Every day · 10:00 and 14:00 | English |
| Hobart Harbour: Maxi Yacht Sailing & Mt Wellington ViewsAlso recommended | AU$ 170 per person | 3h | 4.94★ · 270 | Every day · 09:00 and 14:00 | English |
| Port Arthur full-day tour from Hobart: Harbour cruise & cavesPickup offered | AU$ 180 per person | 9h | 4.73★ · 701 | Every day except Saturday · 08:30 | English |
| Maria Island: Wildlife Cruise & Guided Walk with Lunch | AU$ 365 per person | 9h 30m | 4.99★ · 638 | Every day · 08:00 | English |
| Bruny Island: Wilderness Cruise Day Trip & Lunch from Hobart | AU$ 290 per person | 9h 30m | 4.84★ · 537 | Every day · 07:45 | English |
| Tasman Peninsula: Wilderness Cruise & Port Arthur Day Tour | AU$ 345 per person | 10h 30m | 4.83★ · 492 | Every day · 07:30 | English |
| Port Arthur day trip from Hobart: History, chocolate and harbourPickup offered | AU$ 50 per person | 8h | 4.83★ · 399 | Every day except Saturday · 09:30 | English |
| Tasman Peninsula Day Tour from Hobart: 3-Hour Eco Cruise | AU$ 290 per person | 10h 30m | 4.74★ · 123 | Every day · 07:30 | English |
| Bruny Island: 3-Hour Wilderness Cruise & Wildlife Sighting | AU$ 190 per person | 3h | 4.87★ · 322 | Every day · 10:00, 11:00 and 13:30 | English |
| Hobart to Peppermint Bay: Cruise & Degustation Lunch | AU$ 195 per person | 5h 30m | 4.60★ · 329 | Sun · 10:30 | English |
| Port Arthur: Full-Day Historic Site Tour & Harbour Cruise | AU$ 120 per person | 10h | 4.69★ · 99 | Every day · 07:45 | English |
By what you need
- Small groups (up to 15) (3): Hobart Sightseeing Cruise: Iron Pot Lighthouse & Betsey Island (AU$ 150 per person) · Tasmanian Seafood Cruise Hobart: Guide Dives for Abalone (AU$ 700 per person) · Port Arthur Day Tour from Hobart: Convict History & Coastal Walks (AU$ 295 per person)
- With pickup (4): Port Arthur full-day tour from Hobart: Harbour cruise & caves (AU$ 180 per person) · Port Arthur day trip from Hobart: History, chocolate and harbour (AU$ 50 per person) · Port Arthur Historic Site Tour: Salamanca Market & Cruise (AU$ 180 per person)
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